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Hotel del Coronado – reviews, photos

4.0 of 5
1500 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA 92118
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Hotel del Coronado
Ranked #7 of 18 hotels in Coronado
4.0 of 5 stars 1455 Reviews
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  • San Diego(77)
  • Ocean views(38)
  • Very nice(20)
  • Ice cream(19)
  • Main building(17)
  • Sun deck(16)
  • Room service(14)
  • Resort fee(11)
  • Friendly and helpful(10)
  • Grounds were beautiful(7)
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San Diego, California
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Old Lady still has some spunk”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 February 2012

This hotel has been an icon in San Diego even before it was the location for the movie "Some Like it Hot". First-time visitors to San Diego MUST visit "the Del", even if only to stroll the grounds and see the old photos. Staying at the Del is another issue. Do not stay here for relaxation, exemplary service or luxury. The hotel is an old wooden structure that is noisy and (surprise) full of, and catgering to, yakking tourists. However, to stay one or two nights can create a great memory, especially if you are located near the (rumored) haunted room. The villas on the beach are another story. They are spacious, private, and well appointed but they are still on a very busy beach.

  • Stayed November 2011, travelled with family
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Barry Brown, Manager at Hotel del Coronado, responded to this review
17 February 2012
Thank you for your comments and we are glad that you appreciate the relevance of this historic resort. We are sorry that there were aspects of your stay that did not meet your expectations and we encourage you to experience one of the luxury cottages or villas at Beach Village in the future. Thank you again.
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Tampa, Florida
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“A little piece of heaven...The Hotel del Coronado”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 February 2012
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This is one of, if not THE nicest place we've ever stayed. Not only is it breathtakingly beautiful, but you feel like you're going back in time when you step inside the hotel. The entire staff, from the front desk, to the housekeepers, to the people working in the shops, the wait staff...they all treated us like royalty. Everyone called us by name which makes you feel like you're the most important person they've encountered all day. They go above and beyond the call of duty to make your stay a pleasant and memorable one. You could stay for a month and never have to leave the property and be perfectly content. Everything is right there at your fingertips!

Room Tip: We were given a junior suite that had recently been renovated. It was very bright and cheerful and...
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  • Stayed February 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Barry Brown, Manager at Hotel del Coronado, responded to this review
17 February 2012
Thank you for your wonderful praise and we appreciate your recognition of our exemplary staff. We look forward to your return again soon.
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Las Vegas, Nevada
1 review
“The "Del"”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 February 2012

Our home away from home for some 6 years now! The "Del" has been our getaway from Las Vegas and it never disappoints! The employees are great and we have made some good friendships over the years. From ocean view rooms to a sidewalk next to the ocean to walk along as well as a unique little town to walk, shop, and eat, to cocktails by the pool, the Del has it all. Breakfast at the Sheerwater or dinner, the views of the ocean are awesome! A great place to go to eat, drink, and relax, the Del is our little fantasy island!!! Whether you like water sports, workouts, and messages give the Del a try! (if you get a massage ask for Jennifer or Diana, a problem at the front desk ask for Karissa or Dan, a good drink see Jessica or Brett at the splash pool, dinner at the Sheerwater ask for Margarito!!) Have fun!!

Room Tip: try 6513 or 14 or 6613 or14 in the tower(great view) or for a lower level try 4222!
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  • Stayed February 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Barry Brown, Manager at Hotel del Coronado, responded to this review
17 February 2012
We are thrilled that staying at The Del has become an annual tradition for you and appreciate the enthusiastic endorsement! Thank you for recognizing our wonderful staff and we look forward to your return next year.
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Dublin
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Below average.....”
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 February 2012

We had the opportunity to stay and experience hotel Del Coronado as part of our month long trip on the west coast of the US. Upon arriving our appointed room was dissappointing, having prepaid for an upgrade to a suite I was surprised to discover we had been appointed one of the dark suites, this is how the receptionist explained it to her supervisor. After a long discussion which begun with the front desk team stating I wasnt entitled to an upgrade that it had been afforded to us on a complimentary basis and therefore I should be happy! I explained we had infact paid for the Suite again after a long discussion the team agreed to appoint a better loacted suite from the following day. This as you can image tainted our week long stay. The liesure facilities are very well managed however it is important to highlight that as Hotel Del Coronado is a tourist stop you are part of the sightseeeing tour while lying by the pool! Finally I would like to to point out that while we found 1500 Ocean and ENO wine bar to be excellent experiences, the starbucks team located on the ground floor area near the bar should be sent on a customer service programme to remind them that friendliness is the key to postive guest experiences.

  • Stayed October 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 2 of 5 stars Service
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Barry Brown, Manager at Hotel del Coronado, responded to this review
17 February 2012
Thank you for sharing feedback on your stay. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed our leisure and dining facilities. We apologize for some of the service issues you encountered and will share your review with the appropriate managers so we can improve in these areas. Thank you again for your valuable input.
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So. Calif.
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Family Hotel”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 February 2012

We went to this hotel with visiting family from the east coast, kids, teenagers, young adults. This was right after New Years eve. The hotel was very nice, very festive and the best part was an ice skating rink on the beach! Our east coast relatives were in awe, plus the weather was gorgeous this week.

The hotel is VERY large and has many, many guest, so its pretty busy, but the beach is beautiful and spacious. The rooms were very nice and comfortable.

This is a great trip for a family reunion, maybe not for honeymooners?

Room Tip: Leave the grounds to the very nearby town for eating, very pricey in hotel, but have a nightcap by t...
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  • Stayed January 2012, travelled with family
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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Barry Brown, Manager at Hotel del Coronado, responded to this review
17 February 2012
We are thrilled that you and your family enjoyed your stay and had the opportunity to experience The Del in all of her holiday splendor. Thank you for your comments and we hope it will become a tradition for you and your family.
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Address: 1500 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA 92118
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