Hotel Del Coronado Review

Wonderful beach view, Good quality food, and Starbucks!

My wife and i stopped in for breakfast at the hotel del coronado. the parking lot sign was set up in a deceptive way to have every person to pay at least 30 dollars there . The sign on the way in says from top to bottom left to right 0 to 3 hrs ... 5 dollars. On the way out when you pay , top to bottom ,left to right says 0 to 3 hrs ,with no validation is 30 dollars.... and validation you would have to have spent 50 dollars inside. Its not about the money , its about being scammed, why else would they print 2 different signs.

Seems like a very grand hotel that has a pretty upscale clientele. The views and location is also pretty good.

From the minute I called for a room the staff was warm and welcoming. Had a room with 2 double beds and huge balcony facing quiet interior courtyard. Bathrooms are small and floor sloped down but it's all part of the charm. Room was clean-furniture and bedding updated & comfy. Elevator guy has worked there for decades! Loved the family atmosphere, right on beach, little promenade of shops and restaurants. So super charming. Really a step back in time and such a cool unique experience. Of course food is a little pricey but it's too be expected at a resort. Also there was a line to get coffee in the morning...only one cashier. Just have to be patient. Super cute gift shop type stores. My little one loved the mermaid shop. Best location on Coronado. Would love to go back again.

Not what you would expect from this hotel. Room was ok, not great. The water in the shower would go hot and cold, never staying at one temperature. Large groups are not handle well. Restaurants are over priced. Beautiful place but I was disappointed with the stay.

Great hotel with much history. Rooms could use some updating. Hot water was just warm.

Clean & beautiful surroundings, with attentive staff.

The Hotel Del Coronado is a beautiful place to visit, even on the gloomiest of days. The staff is always friendly, and the interior is gorgeous and worth checking out, even if you aren't staying there!

We didn't have much time to explore, but it's definitely worth a walk along the boardwalk when the weather is good. Great views and cozy atmosphere.

We went for lunch and the hotel is gorgeous! Food was amazing and the staff was very friendly!

Beautiful and classic San Diego landmark. Enjoyed a drink overlooking the beach. A must do if you're in the area.

We went in to use the bathroom and buy a bottle of water on a Saturday afternoon. The parking in the area was crazy and my bottle of water was $6. The line for the bathroom was long (only two stalls int the downstairs bathroom) and it was out of toilet paper. The beach out front was very crowded. I recommend parking further down the beach and bringing your own water!

Beautiful! Grand! Great restaurants! Gorgeous beach! Relaxing areas to lounge! This is someplace to stay for days or visit for several hours and never get bored!

If you are willing to pay 400 to 600 usd per Night, it is a historic hotel made all of wood that opened in the late 1800s. Beautiful beach and good service. I've found just as good for half the price.

It was great visiting! We came to go ice skating and grab cappuccinos down by the beach.

We didn't stay here but came check out the beach. Their beach and restaurants are open to the public. The beach atmosphere is lively, with the view of the historic hotel makes it an interesting place. The restaurant is super expensive. We paid $40 for a chicken salad and $20 for 2 pieces of Tacos. But do check out the fast food options by the beach. There's a taco place there that makes unbelievably delict tacos, it must be the best taco I've ever had.

Beautiful place. Magical even. And you can watch the sunset on the beach with the hotel as a back drop. Great place to take photos.

During a quick trip to San Diego, my friend and I decided to get a pedicure at the Hotel del Coronado. Our experience was...interesting. While the staff was nice, they didn't really seem to be on the same page. The pedicure itself was nice, but not worth what we paid. However, the pedicure did last for a solid month which I was pleased with. Before and after the pedicure, we were able to utilize the locker room and spa pool, which was a a nice perk. After we were done, we visited one of the bars on the property only to find outrageous prices. While there is historical significance behind this hotel and property, my first visit did not meet my expectations. I would give it another chance in the future though.

This is a beautiful hotel every time we go there feels like we're on vacation.

Fun area to walk around. Great if you want an organized beach area but if you dont, need to walk around other places too

Got drinks at the bar they have right on the beach. Great drinks and atmosphere!

I was here for a conference. The meals were outstanding and the facilities are quite comfortable. The hotel has so many unique features; so much ambiance! The gym is small for the size of the hotel. There is an outdoor spin class, though Overall, a great experience.

The Del was our halfway turnaround point on our bike ride from Sorrento Valley to Coronado via the Coaster and the Ferry. We got some ice cream and also had a small picnic. Fun day with my Sweety!

A magnificent place with great service. The old building is classic. Food is good.

Very historic hard to find anything like it, I really love the hotel and have been coming here for years and years. Always fantastic service, rooms are always clean and the staff is super friendly.

Beautiful old carpentry work. It doesn't smell old. I look forward to starting there this summer.

Excellent food and amazing vibes, just loved this place.

Make sure you eat your Wheaties, cause you won t get any help with your bags. Other than that our stay was Excellent!!!
The room was clean and very spacious. Love the living space so we didn t have to spend time watching TV in the bed.

They were amazing and answered my questions perfect

Incredible shops! Definitely a 5 star accomodations

Lavish dining experience at Ocean 1500. John gave my family and I the best dinner service I've ever had for a 4 course meal.

Beautiful hotel and grounds. Crazy expensive parking. Park on the street a block away and save $30

A lovely beach with white golden sand and warm water. Hotel has a great shopping area underneath and the ice cream parlour is well worth a visit!

A beautiful place to take photos. Just wish parking was free. If you can find a spot across the street, grab and and just walk across. Otherwise it's like $30 or something. Not worth it for that price if its a quick visit.

Mainly seafood at the restaurant, but the burger was surprisingly good. Very nice views of the beach. Very big beach and very clean, soft sand. Candy shop with great selection, and gelato place with limited variety but good flavors. The hotel architecture is very neat. Fun for just looking around. Service was decent. Lots of tourists.

Beautiful hotel with great views. Would ve liked more restaurant options. Prices were a little over the top.

Beautiful historic grand beach front hotel. You can spend the day here as a guest and feel like you are.

Didnt stay here. Walked around the grounds like a proper tourist. Charming hotel. Loved the old elevator and young man running it. He has been for 30 plus years.

Great Sunday Christmas lunch. Great bottle of Chanson and fantastic lobster roll.

Iconic place that should be on everyone's list to visit at least once.

Amazing and beautiful historic hotel. The hotel is big and full of shops and restaurants to keep you intrigued. The pool overlooks the ocean and is in a perfect location, and it is a two second walk to the ocean beach.

The look of the hotel is amazing! Our favorite bartender was Jose, and he doesn t work their anymore which was very very hard and saddening for my family and I. Getting rid of him ruined everything for us. Hilton definitely made a poor choice in doing that. Most likely won t be coming back. They also charged extra for every little thing.

Pricey, but a great place to stay. Excellent atmosphere, and beach is beautiful. What more could you ask?

Visited the place years ago and still just as lovely.

Fun place to explore around. Great shops, good service

Incredible hotel to stay at but nice to just check out ad well. The beach at the hotel is quite nice too

This is a giant, expensive resort. If you're not in one of the top of the line accommodations, there are going to be things you're purposefully excluded from, like the best placed beach bars. There are a bunch of restaurants that all close at 9pm. There's a lot of stuff to spend money on like beach kibanas, bike rentals, and preppy clothes. The food is good. The rooms are clean and comfortable. The beach is beautiful. Exactly what you'd expect from a giant, established beach resort, basically.

This place is a must visit. I gave it 4 stars because of the construction they have going on but once it is done go stay a night.

Great vintage hotel with an amazing history. The gift shops are also really good.

Historical place. Good to spend a day. It has a nice beach and lot of activities going on.

Love the hotel and the beach. The hotel is currently undergoing a remodel on the property.

Stopped to sight see the hotel property and beach. Very orderly and classic building. Beautiful dining patios with great views.

What a beautiful historical gem. The location is prime in beautiful Coronado beach. Great pool. Gorgeous wood covered lobby. Beautifully maintained grounds.

I've only been to the recreation area of the Hotel, and the outdoor bar. Both are really solid spots for just hanging out at watching the beach. On Saturdays, they do free movie viewings on the lawn!

A great place for drinks, food and the scenery can't be beat.

Beautiful hotel! we went during Christmas and saw a Winter wonderland exhibit. There are also a couple of shops inside

The lady Rose who works in the coffee shop near the lobby was absolutely rude. She cursed at a group of boys. She made fun of my wife s weight. She told the group of boys the coffee was free and then tried to charge them.

Go see how great this huge, old, beautiful hotel is. The beach is huge and a fun for the whole family. The elevator operator looks like he's been there since the hotel opened. When was the last time you saw an elevator operator? Thanksgiving dinner was $145.00 but worth it. Coronado town is old California and a great walking experience. Don't miss it if you've never been.

I enjoyed my stay at hotel. Employees are very friendly

A very historic hotel, very popular hotel for travelers and locals. Wonderful customer service and food, nice beach front and it's own swimming pool and indoor shops. Easy to do everything from here from traveling by foot around the Island, to going to the mainland to see Sea world or the San Diego Zoo.

Amazing and beautiful place to stay right outside of San Diego

Absolutely beautiful even if you only walk around the property. During the time we were here, they had an ice skating rink.

The outside atmosphere is great. The rooms have a lot of room for improvement.

Iconic San Diego Establishment, The prestige and class of this hotel is reflected from its infrastructure & services. Nice cafe/restaurant and range of shops is quite an experience. Although surrounded by tourists the place has kept its exclusivity.

Thus hotel is so adorable we dined at the bakery cafe inside the hotel. The food was amazing

Great place to enjoy drinks while watching the sunset over the beach!

Wonderful Christmas experience skating by the sea!!!

Good experience at the historical hotel. It's good for the relaxing time.

Your vacation can't get any better than this. A beautiful day in the Sun on the beach in front of the Hotel Del Coronado was absolutely perfect.

The first time coming here is Amazing place for all the family. Everyone is super friendly is a good experience I recommend this place for you family

Beautiful setting. We skated at the outdoor ice rink and the weather was sunny and just warm enough. Can't beat the view - ice skating by the beach was a treat. The holiday decorations inside and on the hotel grounds were also beautiful.

Come visit Hotel del Coronado even if you dont plan on staying! It's so pretty to just walk around, check out some shops, or grab drinks. Plus it's only a couple steps away from the beach so you'll get to enjoy that too!

It was nice a lot of people doing social stuff it was nice

This place is absolutely beautiful! They don't build them like this anymore!

The place was great. Traffic was a little bit of a headache but it was really nice. I was really expensive but worth it.