The Bower Coronado

My wife and I stayed at The Bower for 7 nights and we could not be more happy.... for several reasons. The hotel is perfectly situated to experience all that Coronado has to offer. The staff, especially the Manager, Sean, and Isabella, his assistant, made sure our stay was perfect. Their warm welcome initially and throughout our stay greeted us everyday with a friendly smile and showed concern during our stay to make our stay perfect. The room was nicely furnished and the bed was very comfortable. Even the towels in the bathroom were of the highest quality. Their morning coffee, tea and croissants, made available on our floor, were the perfect start to our mornings. Our days at the beach were the best, because the hotel supplied us with beach chairs, umbrella and towels. The rooftop bar/restaurant offers great views, drinks and food and we enjoyed all three. Tim, bar/restaurant manager, stopped by our table on every visit to say hello. The valet, Johann, was unbelievable with his supporting service upon arriving and leaving for our daily exploring. I am really excited and thankful we discovered this boutique hotel. We have been visiting Coronado for over twenty years and this hotel is a fantastic find! I cannot say enough about this hidden gem! Thanks to everyone that made our stay awesome!

The Bower Coronado is the perfect staycation or vacation! The location can't be beat and the atmosphere is so special and calming. I love the luxury touches like the personal check-in, comfy and stylish Frette robes, and fresh pastries in the lounge on each floor in the morning. Our room had the perfect balcony to enjoy the afternoon before heading up to the Dive Rooftop bar and restaurant for happy hour. Even if you don't stay at the Bower, you have to experience the Dive!||We also enjoyed taking the cute cruiser bikes for a ride around Coronado. The perfect start to our day (after our coffee and pastries, of course)!

From the very first moment at The Bower Hotel, it becomes clear this is no ordinary destination, but a retreat where design, comfort, and heartfelt hospitality converge. At the heart of this experience are Sean, Danny, and their remarkable team, whose rare combination of warmth, attentiveness, and genuine care redefines what true service means. Nothing is ever too much; every detail is guided by a sincere desire to make guests feel not only welcomed, but truly at home.||The rooms are a masterclass in understated luxury—elegantly decorated, refined yet soothing. The beds and bedding, quite simply the finest we have ever encountered. Thoughtful details such as Le Labo amenities transformed even the smallest rituals into moments of indulgence, perfectly complementing the hotel’s atmosphere of calm sophistication.||Yet, what sets The Bower apart is not just its design or amenities, but its people. Each interaction with the team felt refreshingly genuine, personal, and memorable, leaving an impression that lingers long after departure. Their ability to balance professionalism with authenticity creates a rare sense of belonging that elevates the entire experience.||The Bower Hotel is more than a place to stay—it is a sanctuary where elegance meets intimacy, and where hospitality is expressed as an art. It is a destination that doesn’t simply impress, but leaves a lasting imprint. We are already anticipating our return to this rare haven of luxury and heart.||David & Beverley

The staff really took care of us after a mixup on the room we ordered from Hotels.com, and it really made a difference in our stay. Instead of being dissatisfied with a room that didn't have the patio or ocean view that was offered, we were given discounts that made our stay enjoyable. Great rooftop bar and restaurant, modern and well appointed rooms and common areas. Great location across the street from Hotel Del Coronado and the beach, and within walking distance of everything downtown. Just a two night stay but we'd go back for more.

The Bower Coronado is a fantastic new addition to the area. The rooftop terrace was my sanctuary - perfect for morning coffee, breakfast, or evening cocktails, with a great local vibe. Service was excellent throughout, and my room was both comfortable and beautifully designed. The location is ideal, and the hotel feels refreshingly different from the more traditional options nearby. A clear 10/10.

The Bower Coronado is more than a place to stay~it's an experience! The hotel is just steps from the beach and perfectly situated on the island. The hotel's amenities ranging from bikes to beach chairs ensure you have everything you need to enjoy your day to the fullest. The Dive restaurant has one of the best views and was where we enjoyed some of our most favorite meals. The hotel's attention to detail is evident in every touch, from the Le Labo products and Dyson hair dryers to the luxurious bath towels. What truly sets The Bower Coronado apart is its incredibly curated team. The staff members take the time to greet you personally through out your stay. Everyone at The Bower is friendly, helpful and provides exceptional service. It is rare to find a hotel where the staff show such genuine warmth and commitment. What made out stay especially memorable was the kindness and thoughtful attention of Sean, Michaela, Chris, Isabella, Nick and Tim. We have been coming to Coronado every summer for over a decade and we have found our new home when we visit.

As I’ve stayed at many nice hotels over the years, what distinguishes The Bower from just another nice hotel are the small touches of detail, most importantly the staff. Every staff member, from the front desk to the guest greeter at the rooftop restaurant to the guy fastidiously mopping the entrance floor, ALL seemed genuine and just pleasantly polite and nice. Owning a business, this is rarely a natural occurrence in any service industry and applaud the management in their apparent and obvious training. This coupled with the impeccably clean amenities truly sets The Bower apart from even the most posh hotels. Keep it up and we wish The Bower the very best as it will continue to gain notoriety as a destination experience. All the best!

This hotel is such a gem! We booked a single night due to changing travel dates (we were guests at the Del) and this place blew us away! Reception top notch with complementary bubbly rosé, the room GORGEOUS and the amenities in the bath were wonderful. The Dyson hair dryer was such a nice change from the usual cheap, weak ones. The roof top bar & restaurant was AMAZING. Lovely drinks and lovely staff. It’s just across the street from the iconic Hotel Del Coronado so if an ocean view isn’t a deal breaker for you, choose this place. We will be!!

We had a wonderful stay at The Bower Hotel and felt comfortable and welcome throughout. What makes a stay memorable are the small, genuine interactions with staff. From housekeeping to valet, everyone was friendly and personable. The lobby clerk stood out. She offered us beach chairs after we checkout and asked about our gondola ride through the Coronado Cays. The bellhop was equally quick and welcoming. At The Dive rooftop bar, this was our third visit, and once again we noticed the teamwork. More than once, another server checked on us even when it wasn't "their" table. Those small touches, along with casual conversation about where we're from and staff sharing a bit about themselves, really set the tone. The highlight for us was how easy the hotel makes it to enjoy Coronado. They provided complimentary bicycles, which we rode around the island, and beach chairs and an umbrella for our time on the sand such a thoughtful perk that took the stress out of planning. I would describe the lobby as "like a living room" and loved the décor and light fixtures. I'll add that the mattress was the best I've slept on in years. If you don't want the hustle and bustle of the Hotel del Coronado across the street, I'd suggest exchanging it for this boutique hotel where the staff-to-room ratio feels like 1:1. The rooftop bar has a vibe that reminds me of old Palm Springs, the kind of place where Hollywood used to slip away for a getaway. The Bower Hotel is a gem, and we can't wait to return.

From the moment we arrived, we felt welcomed in a professional and friendly way from concierge/manager, Michaela/Mikayla and the valet. This is a new boutique hotel with many, many perks but as with other small-ish, boutique hotels, you're not going to get onsite parking and some other embellishments, as with a large resort (like the older Hotel del across the street). This is about experiences and the vibe and we were there for that! For ex, we knew going in that they have luxurious robes, sheets, mattresses, pillows, in-room pour-over coffee, etc. Those often appeal to couples looking for a luxurious get away and we were not disappointed. One of the pleasant surprises was receiving a high-end, stainless steel, drink container with all day fill-up privileges of: filtered, still water, sparkling water, or hot water. SO MUCH better than getting 2 small plastic water bottles in our room. The room wasn't huge but it was quiet and private with a view of the city of Coronado with a Juliette balcony (no furniture on it). It has 2 shades, one to have privacy, with filtered light, and a black out shade. The products in the room were Le Labo Santal 33 - we LOVE this brand and scent, and we have previously tried the lotion and body wash. We got to try both of those again, and the hand wash, shampoo, and conditioner here at The Bower. We like good product and helped make the world, or at least Coronado Island a better smelling place for a few days! The rooftop restaurant DIVE is super convenient for guests and non-guests with elevator entrances outdoor for visitors and indoors for guests. We ate at Dive at least 4 times during our stay because the food was delicious, coffee great, great views and comfortable seating, and staff attentive and friendly. We had Waygu sliders with fries, Calamari, avo toast, bacon, tator tots, etc. All delicious. We invited a friend to join us for dinner and we weren't rushed, even with a packed rooftop spot. There is one EV charging station onsite by lobby, and our only snag was not being able to charge our new Honda Prologue SUV. But the staff came up with an easy-for-us solution and found nearby EV charging, which they took care of for us. The Bower has both new electric bikes and cruisers with gears for easy riding the beautiful island. They are complimentary and provided with helmets and water. So glad it was easy since it's a small boutique, no hassles to get these bikes. Finally, the lobby and decor is hip without being snobby. Everyone (staff and guests) were friendly without being intrusive. It is right in town across from The Del, which gives you easy access to all the nearby shops and restaurants. We will come back to this hidden, epic, gem very soon as everything about it is easy and generous.

Really cute rooftop restaurant with excellent service, but all of our plates were served cold. There's no parking if you're only looking to eat at the restaurant, and there's no espresso machine, so only drip coffee is served (also lukewarm). I assume the server waited for all of our dishes to be ready at the same time, and that's why they were served cold. Regardless, food is the most important aspect, so when it's served absolutely cold and it's over $20 for mere eggs and potatoes, it doesn't matter how cute the place, or impressive the service is, it loses the good work staff puts in.

The hostess and staff were amazing. It's their soft opening this weekend, and we're enjoying the rooftop bar with beautiful views. The food and drinks were great. We came for brunch to celebrate my friend's birthday and had a wonderful time. I definitely recommend this place!

Cute rooftop restaurant. The sitting was comfortable. We were a group of 6 and they accommodated us great. The food was well flavored. I gave them a 3 star because the wait to get the food was more than an hour. When we did get our food my dish was cold. I wish they would had brought my food when it was still warm but they waited until all our dishes were ready.

Place is shiny and new. Looks very chic. We went to Dive for an anniversary lunch 1 day before its Grand opening. The staff was uber friendly and courteous. Courtney was our server and she was great! Even offered to turn on the heaters for us. We tried the sliders, fish taco, and the garbanzo salad. The fries are shaved, unique and delish. Sliders and tacos are good but pretty standard for San Diego. Skip the salad, barely had any flavor. Could use some citrus or vinaigrette to it and salt for additional flavor. Drinks we had the Duchess and Mezcal, both were refreshing. The view from the rooftop was great overlooking the bay and views of the Del across. Suggest having blankets for balmy cool Coronado nights. Otherwise great new hangout spot for Islanders!

We heard about this new spot on Instagram. We came for brunch and to celebrate a friend's birthday. The Dive restaurant is located on the rooftop of The Bower hotel. All the staff there were beyond friendly and helpful. It was a beautiful day! I ordered a mimosa and the Avo Brioche. The avocado toast was good and fresh. The egg was cooked perfectly the way I asked for it - over hard. I feel it was good but could use a little more flavor. I still enjoyed it and was pleased with the amount of avocado. While all the staff were awesome, food took a very long time to come out and the ones in our group that ordered hot food said their food was cold. We still had a good time here.

All of it was excellent. From the room to the food at the Dive rooftop restaurant - has a happy hour menu reasonably priced. This is a five star experience at a beach hotel!! Love it!

We stayed at the Bower for three nights and had a great time! It's a smaller hotel but with a very dedicated staff and so many nice touches and everything is clean and new. The decor, bedding, bath products etc are amazing. I loved the Dyson hair dryer, the daily morning (amazing!) croissants on every floor, free beverages in the floor lounge, and two very nice complimentary water bottles we got to take home. Our room had a balcony and a view of the Del and it was so relaxing to spend time there. It's also completely walkable- there are tons of shops, restaurants, coffee and the beach within a few blocks and I enjoyed a daily run by the beach. Lavon in particular was incredible, hustling everywhere to take care of us and other customers and the housekeeping staff was also great, timing their visits while we were out and leaving everything refreshed. We can't wait to come back!

Absolutely Outstanding! From the moment we walked in, it was clear this restaurant runs like a well-oiled machine--and that's all thanks to Rachel, the manager, and her phenomenal team. Rachel's presence is warm, professional, and effortlessly confident. You can tell she leads by example. She checked in with us personally during our visit--not in a rushed or rehearsed way, but with genuine care and hospitality. It's rare to see a manager so hands-on, so invested in both the staff and the guest experience. The entire crew mirrored Rachel's energy--friendly, attentive, and clearly proud of their work. Service was seamless, food came out perfectly timed, and every staff member we interacted with was kind and accommodating. You could tell they respect and enjoy working under Rachel's leadership, and it shows in every detail. In an industry where great service can make or break a night out, Rachel and her crew deliver nothing short of excellence. Can't wait to come back! Fernando & Mia were also very kind!

This hotel is elegant with a contemporary design and superb location close to the beach, restaurants and bars but the 5 stars is for the exceptional customer service my mom and I experienced. I had walker and wheelchair and needed help so called a few days ahead, Isabella was very gracious and assured me about all our specific needs. On arrival we were greeted like VIP's by Isabella and then Devon went over and above to address all our needs from wheelchair storage to hot milk for tea for mom! Nothing was too much - big shout out to Mickela for helping and Tim you guys made our stay exceptional.

Immaculate vibes and views. Great spot for drinks and an afternoon snack. Service was amazing, everyone was so nice!

We came to celebrate a birthday party and as soon as we walked in we felt like we were home, we came as a family and felt so thrilled to be there. I would recommend to anyone looking for a cozy, comfortable and fun place to stay.

We enjoyed our stay at the Bower very much. Beautiful room, very comfortable bed, everything brand new and clean, friendly staff! However, I wish hotel management could be more organized. We couldn't call the front desk because our room phone was unplugged and was not charged. I received a welcome text on our arrival, but did not receive a text back for my questions. I think more information about the hotel should be provided, including Wi-Fi password in writing in every room. With a little improvement, this hotel could easily be a 5-star experience.

The Bower was amazing. Brand new close to the beach. The rooms and people are great. They have beach chairs, umbrella and beach bags. The water stations are great. Definitely recommend. Thank you to Shawn for the hospitality.

Very cute but really understaffed. Took 20 minutes to get my car from the valet at 11 in the morning (starting from the time I sent in the valet request via text) and I had to make multiple requests to get enough towels for the room - ended up going to the lobby myself at night and waiting for the one staff member in the lobby to go get the towels for me after the other staff member on duty had apparently forgotten the towel request I'd made a half hour prior. Also, the restaurant never answered their phone, even though I let it ring for several minutes on multiple occasions - this was later explained to me as "someone else was on a long phone call at that time", but I wonder why this hotel doesn't have more than one phone line. Minor quibble is that the free coffee they provided in the lobby in the morning was extremely weak. That said, it's a very pleasant and otherwise upscale-looking hotel, the staff members were uniformly very sweet and well-meaning, and when the towels did arrive, they were nice and fluffy and large. I was on the fence about leaving a review because I did enjoy the stay, apart from the very long waits for everything I needed. But the 15-minute delay between checking out and having my car pull up is what gave me time and inclination to write this review.

My husband and I took my elderly parents to The Dive on the rooftop to celebrate their anniversary. I had called when I made reservations and I was told they had parking on site, but discovered it's only valet parking and not available for the restaurant, only hotel guests. It took my husband quite awhile to find parking after dropping us off and he ended up parking across the street at the Hotel Del Coronado, very expensive to park there. My dad uses a walker so that wasn't ideal that they don't have handicapped parking. The view is pretty and the staff is very nice and tried to help with the parking situation. The Dive Lemonade mocktail was terrible. The other cocktails were good. The tacos and sliders were delivered to the table, but the two salads didn't come until at least 10 minutes later. We had no place settings on the table when our food came and I had to get up and find a waitress to get some which took another five minutes. The food was okay, but the service was very slow.