Hotel Del Coronado

We had a fantastic stay at the Coronado. Do not expect to get off cheap…far from it…but there was nothing they did not do really well. The hotel is iconic, the grounds are gorgeous and in spite of a Labor Day weekend throng of guests it never felt “crowded”, thanks to a lot of great planning both short and long term and to the abundant and outstanding staff. Tip…to avoid noise at night don’t do what we did and book an ocean view room in the Victorian section…it’s a great view but puts you directly over the busiest part of the property. On the other hand, if you are a lively night person it might be just the right spot! We added the beach club to our reservation and to us it was worth it…free breakfast, an easy place for other meals and free chairs and umbrellas at the beach. Thank you. We also thought the whole vibe was great…everything from young couples and families with kids up to older adults enjoying the same space…somehow it all works. Congrats to Hilton for a hugely successful renovation that keeps the character of this signature American hotel. Read less

We could not wait to treat ourselves to a stay here once the restoration of this iconic hotel was complete. Thankfully we were not disappointed with the results. We booked a courtyard balcony room in the Victorian building. As first-time overnight guests, this magnificent structure was the only option for us. The room was spacious enough with a loveseat at the bottom of the bed and plenty of drawer space. Although refreshed: charming wallpaper, unique operable window line, and ample moldings all reminded us that we were still staying in a historic hotel. The bathroom was modern and bright with a walk-in shower, but the wallpaper and gold framed picture balanced out the update. The room had no lamp which was strange and a surprise since one or more can be seen in most room pictures on the hotel website. The room also lacked little touches like a pillow on the loveseat, or a magazine, vase, or fake plant on the bare counter tops. The highlight of the room was the balcony overlooking the palm treed center courtyard of the hotel. It was wide with privacy walls at each end and we enjoyed the view and the people watching from our wicker chairs that could have used some cushions for more comfort. It was also nicely lit at night time like the rest of the hotel. Where to stay at this large property will be an important decision, so do your homework. There are five options including two that are really hotels within a hotel with their own pools and restaurants that are off limits to the rest of the guests. Regardless of your choice, the center of the complex is oceanside outside of the Victorian building where many restaurants are located. This is a busy spot full of guests, tourists, and locals plus there always seemed to be an event scheduled on the great lawn. We had a package that included a daily room credit which we used at two restaurants, but overall, we were not impressed with the food. It is also, as expected expensive, but $8 for a 20-ounce bottle of lemonade that run $2.50 at a store sticks with me. There are many dining options on site, so a future visit might provide better results. Other amenities at the hotel include a big pool, nice large gym, and an attractive shopping arcade. There seems to be a fair amount of complaints about this hotel on this site. Overall, we were pleased with our stay. The owners did a great job with the restoration. Often renovations of older properties go too far with their updating, but that is not the case here. There is a perfect blend of old and new. You just might need to make a little mindset adjustment. This hotel has a Disney on the beach vibe. It is big, busy, and costs are higher than elsewhere. And this is not a luxury hotel just because it is expensive as some reviewers were expecting. It is way too big for that. There is no adult pool, no room service, no large luxury bathrooms, or other amenities found at such hotels. But it is just below luxury and that is good enough for us. It is very special and one of a kind. It is a great place to stay if you understand and embrace what a treasure it is. This hotel is magical and a pleasure to look at and stay in. Read less

We return to the Del year after year to create memories that we know will leave a lasting impression on our children. A few years ago, we decided to join the Del Membership, and it has made every stay feel extra special - from the private check-in area to the dedicated concierge team (and if you’re lucky enough to have Trinity, she’s truly the best!). This year, our visit happened to coincide with our son’s 10th birthday, and Trinity, along with the Del team, went above and beyond by surprising him with a personalized card and Hotel Del swag. Jack felt so celebrated on his big day, and we couldn’t have been more grateful ❤️ We’re already looking forward to our next visit! Read less

Great hotel remodel but unfortunately the service misses the mark. While friendly just miss the mark - sadly….they have nightly Bon fires but you ONLY get one hour for $300 - what can you do in an hour??? Snap chat??? Want 2-hours? No problem - $600 wtf???? I certainly don’t mind spending money but jeez….bars close at 9:00 on a weekend night so better not be a late night partier cuz the side walks are rolled up at 9:00 ready or not!!! NOBU? Forget it…sat in the sun trying to eat our $2,000 light meal in the sun - while umbrellas all over the property they could have gotten (to include one covering hostess stand) they wouldn’t get one instead letting us bake in the hot sun… just typical of the service misses… Read less