‘The Del’ as the Coronado is known as has been open for business since 1888 and is a designated National Historic Landmark! Indeed, it’s been the backdrop to many a Hollywood movie, including Some Like it Hot starring Marilyn Monroe. The last of California’s stately old seaside hotels, it is a monument to Victorian grandeur with virtually no two rooms alike and a sumptuous wood panelled lobby that has to be seen to be believed. Recent additions include Shore House at The Del, an elevated hotel experience in an extraordinary neighborhood of seaside villas. From an oceanfront pool that blends seamlessly into the horizon, to an inviting living room that flows effortlessly outdoors, Shore House offers an extraordinary sense of place, where family and friends form deep connections in a rare beachside setting. The Del's newest restaurant inside the beautifully restored Laundry building. Dine outside on the lawn and watch the action at the BBQ Pit or gather inside the historic brick building beneath vaulted ceilings and the Laundry's original conveyor system. Pull up a stool at the historic wooden bar from the 1880s for inventive cocktails, beer and wine.
Amenities
Kids Club
Teen Club
Wheelchair access
Families
Bar
Fitness Centre/Gym
Hot tub
Internet Access
Laundry Service
Restaurant
Safety Deposit Box
Spa
Where is it
Set in 28 acres, it overlooks one of the state’s finest white-sand beaches and is just across the bay from downtown San Diego.
Hotel information
757 rooms in 4 buildings. All with air-conditioning, cable TV, phone, high-speed Internet access*, Keurig® coffee maker and mini-bar*. Victorian Rooms with 1 queen-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.
Resort Rooms located primarily in the Towers and Cabana buildings, sleeping maximum 4 adults.
Coastal View Room, sleeping maximum 4 adults.
Ocean View Rooms, sleeping maximum 4 adults.
Serẽa Coastal Cuisine, Sheerwater restaurant, Babcock & Story Bar, Eno Market & Pizzeria, Pool Splash Bar, Sundeck Bar & Grill, exclusive Ocean Concierge Club, Sheerwater, Smokehouse & Bar at the Historic Laundry, Beach & Taco Shack, Sundaes, Exclusive Shore House Dining. One swimming pool, Jacuzzi, poolside cabana rentals*, spa with pool, hydrotherapy and steam rooms. Ocean Explorers Shops at the Del*. Salon at the Del*. 24-hour fitness centre, fitness classes*. Laundry/dry-cleaning service*. Concierge. 24-hour front desk. Beach and bike rentals*. Self-parking $55, valet parking $75, plus tax per night.
This hotel has a resort fee of $35 plus tax per room, per day, plus a Historic Preservation Fund (HPF) of $15 plus tax per room, to help support the ongoing preservation of this 1888 National Historic Landmark. (payable locally, subject to change).
Resort fee includes:- complimentary beach yoga (based on availability) and fitness centre access, live streaming of Netflix, Pandora, Hulu and YouTube (must use your own account); and local and toll-free calls. Beach Village guests also enjoy complimentary use of sand chairs and umbrellas at Del Beach.
Wheelchair accessible rooms available on request. Please note that these rooms are subject to availability and may be restricted to specific room categories and bedding arrangements. Rooms and facilities vary between hotels so please check at the time of booking. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page
*Denotes local charge.
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Underwhelming at best due to service.
Jul 9, 2025438gkLuxembourg City, Luxembourg
As a life time diamond member of Hilton with more then 2000 stays in the hotel group, I was underwhelmed with the hotel service and staff. Later then guaranteed check-in, chaotic self parking procedures, only benefits were two bottles given (no benefits as usual implied), request for later check-out not confirmed only after escalation before…
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As a life time diamond member of Hilton with more then 2000 stays in the hotel group, I was underwhelmed with the hotel service and staff. Later then guaranteed check-in, chaotic self parking procedures, only benefits were two bottles given (no benefits as usual implied), request for later check-out not confirmed only after escalation before midnight. Overall a stressful stay with family.
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Very nice stay at large resort
Jul 3, 2025debg926Allentown, Pennsylvania
My husband and I spent 2 nights at this hotel in an ocean-view suite in the Views building.
Our suite was spacious, comfortable, quiet and clean with a separate living room and bedroom. The ocean views from our 2 small balconies were lovely.
At booking, I had requested a microwave for our bar area. It was in the room when we arrived. I…
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My husband and I spent 2 nights at this hotel in an ocean-view suite in the Views building.
Our suite was spacious, comfortable, quiet and clean with a separate living room and bedroom. The ocean views from our 2 small balconies were lovely.
At booking, I had requested a microwave for our bar area. It was in the room when we arrived. I greatly appreciated the wonderful customer service.
I was a bit surprised at how large the entire resort is, with 4 different hotels. The resort has a lot of guests. High energy.
I enjoyed the Views but would like to check out the historic Victorian building, Beach House or Shore House on a future visit.
You can walk to the ferry, 1.5 miles, in about 30 minutes. Ferry ride to the USS Midway is about 10-15 minutes.
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A Beautiful Disappointment: Not the Family Resort We Hoped For
Jul 2, 2025macky4546San Diego, California
I recently stayed at the Hotel del Coronado with my family, hoping for a special, relaxing getaway — but left wishing we had chosen literally any other Hilton property.
Yes, the hotel itself and the grounds are beautiful, and the staff I spoke with face-to-face were kind and helpful. But that’s where the positives end.
This is not a…
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I recently stayed at the Hotel del Coronado with my family, hoping for a special, relaxing getaway — but left wishing we had chosen literally any other Hilton property.
Yes, the hotel itself and the grounds are beautiful, and the staff I spoke with face-to-face were kind and helpful. But that’s where the positives end.
This is not a family-friendly resort in any sense. Want to make s’mores? That’s $300 for an hour. Want to sit on the beach? That’s $50 per person — and extra if you’d like chairs and umbrellas. Want breakfast that doesn’t cost $300 for French toast for the kids? Be prepared to stand in line for over an hour, because there’s only one affordable spot on property. There’s no room service. Even bottled water will set you back $11 — for a basic Dasani.
Parking? Another $59 a night. Want some exclusivity? Forget it. This is one of San Diego’s busiest tourist attractions in summer, and the general public walks through the grounds freely. There are signs, but nothing is enforced — so you’re paying luxury prices to share the pool, shops, and restaurants with the crowds off the street.
We stayed in a newly renovated room in the Victorian building — which was nice — but our “limited view” consisted of seagull droppings and loud trucks at 6 AM. There was also construction two doors down, so instead of peaceful mornings we had loud saws and hammering. When I reached out to the hotel’s text bot about it, I basically got told, “Well, you chose the room.”
I wasted two free nights I earned through Hilton on this stay and regret every second. There are no meaningful Hilton member perks here — just the privilege of paying $1,000 a night to feel nickeled and dimed at every corner.
If you’re a family looking for a true resort experience with inclusive amenities, a sense of calm, and a place that values your loyalty — look elsewhere.
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Awful, overpriced, avoid
Jul 2, 2025figuralityCanberra, Australia
* Everything vastly overpriced. Food/drink mediocre.
* Even most expensive rooms are small and poorly furnished. Everything is bland.
* Ocean Club / Beach club not worth it.
* Ocean a health risk from Tijuana sewage
* Walls are thin, we kept getting woken up from noises in hall / adjoining rooms.
Shore House for the summer times
Jun 30, 2025contractorkngTemecula, California
Valet service staff made us feel welcomed. Quick service. Jason W great memory remembered my family from past visits. We will be back.
Underwhelming at best due to service.
