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The Best Weekend Brunches Out There
There's just something about this time of year when we are HUNGRY, like, always. But the only time it seems socially acceptable to get seriously gluttonous is at a buffet of some sort or, during a weekend brunch. And quite frankly, with the weather changing so fast in so...
November 16, 2012
It's Officially Sandcastle Season by the Hotel del Coronado
The famous red-roofed Hotel del Coronado may have quite the storied history—Thomas Edison dealt with the electrical installation, Marilyn Monroe's Some Like It Hot was filmed here and author L. Frank Baum wrote much of The Wizard of Oz on one of the rooms—but these days some of the...
May 09, 2011
The Empire (Line) State Of Mind Of The Hotel Del Coronado
Admiring the herb garden from the trashcan. Posh! Posh, we often think, is a state of mind, not just a clear cut economic thing, and our recent visit to the Hotel Del Coronado made us think that, while the trendy hotels of the Gaslamp District may be giving her...
April 06, 2011
Hit the Beach at the Hotel Del with a Buy-Two-Get-One-Free Room Offer
The iconic on-the-water Hotel del Coronado isn't a recession-friendly hotel. But us suckers just might pony up the nearly $300-a-night fee if the hotel throws some freebies in. Plus, its gorgeous beach is a draw; it's usually voted one of the best in the United States. Buy two nights...
February 23, 2011
Do Your Best 'Blades of Glory' Impressions at These 5 Hotel Ice Rinks
Hotel Del Coronado The weather is getting chilly—and downright freezing in some parts—which means that hotels are rolling out one of our favorite wintertime amenities, ice rinks. Hitting the ice just makes it feel like the holidays, and you have your pick of hotel rinks across the country where...
December 13, 2010
Get Tipsy at the Hotel Del Coronado for Just $10
We were looking to unwind with a glass of wine while watching the sunset at the Hotel del Coronado, so we headed to Eno, a wine bar that serves cheese and chocolates. There we found a great wine-tasting deal: 10 wines for $10. Why, that's less than the hotel's...
May 21, 2010
Three Ways to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth at the Hotel Del
The Hotel del Coronado may be known for its picturesque beachfront location, but we were too busy getting a sugar high all over the restaurant to notice. Whether you crave candy, ice cream or cake, the Hotel Del will hit the spot. Find out three ways to get sugar...
May 12, 2010
Is the Hotel del Coronado Shilling Budweiser?
A National Historic Landmark, the legendary Hotel del Coronado is usually remembered as the setting for Marilyn Monroe's old Hollywood flick Some Like It Hot. The posh beachfront hotel isn't exactly the background you picture for a Budweiser ad. But at the nearby Avenue Liquor Store, at 9th and...
January 28, 2010
Five Hotels Where You Can Sleep and Ice Skate
The Hotel Del Coronado. Forget free wifi or yoga classes, it looks like the hot hotel amenity for winter is a private ice rink. Hotels all over are going all Ice Capades and putting up rinks—even if they are in a warm-weather locales. So you Michelle Kwans and Brian...
November 17, 2009
Tony Curtis To Check Into The Del's 'Some Like It Hot' Weekend
Fans of the cross-dressing classic Some Like It Hot can celebrate the comedy's 50th anniversary by hanging with star Tony Curtis during a weekend of film-related festivities at the storied Hotel del Coronado. Hosting the film's anniversary party is appropriate, since the Del appears in the flick as Miami's...
August 20, 2009
Some Like It Explosive at the Hotel Del Coronado
· Hotel Del Coronado: The U.S. Navy is reporting that an explosive device used in a training exercise might wash up on the beach near this legendary San Diego hotel which served as the backdrop for the Marilyn Monroe film, "Some Like It Hot." They Navy says it was attached...
January 21, 2008
Hotel Del Coronado Ghost 'Speaks'
We've written about the famously haunted Hotel Del Coronado and its creepiness before. Legend has it, a 24-year-old preggers golddigger named Kate Morgan checked into the hotel under the false name Lottie Bernard. A few days later, she was found dead near the hotel's back entrance and her death was...
June 25, 2007
Uncool Bellhop Uniforms: Hotel Del Coronado
This outfit is so wrong on many levels.First off, the hat is terrible. And it doesn't make sense. The Del prides itself on its storied history (Marilyn Monroe and other Hollywood Golden Age figures) but when in history were those derby hats really ever good-looking? The only people who should...
May 09, 2006
Hotel Del Coronado: Some Like it Haunted
[Publisher's Note: As with all good stories, the story of Hotel Del Coronado changes depending on the storyteller. Our new Beverly Hills based HotelChatter correspondent juliana adds her take below--check out the related links on the next page, for additional Hotel Del stories] The Hotel Del Coronado, nicknamed "The...
March 01, 2005
Hotel Del Coronado: The Facts Of Life
Hotel Del Coronado on Coronado Island, my absolute favorite hotel in the entire world. As I opened the door to our second-floor room, nothing could have prepared me for the room's unexpected splendor. The corner unit was absolutely spectacular and the wrap-around deck with ocean views on two sides...
June 10, 2004
Hotel Haunted
Forbes did an article on "The Most Haunted Hotels", complete with slide show. San Diego's Hotel del Coronado was on the list! The Coronado is a great old Hotel complete with beach access. According to Forbes, the Coronado also comes complete with its own poltergeist. Here is the skinny from...
October 31, 2003
Partner Reviews: Hotel del Coronado
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Even celebrities like Marilyn Monroe find there way here. It's open to the public, and some say haunted. -
great place to walk around. Park on the Beach and walk down. lots of history! -
A unique Southern California experience ... Skating by the Sea is open today through January 1, 2012. -
Most beautiful and historic hotel. A Must see in San Diego! -
The 1500 Ocean offers a prix-fixe menu served from 4pm to 9pm. The price is $68-$82 plus tax and gratuity for adults, and $34 plus tax and gratuity for children. -
The Crown Room - They have a chocolate fountain. -
Great day to spend time on the beach and tour this fab hotel -
Don't let the tourists spoil your day here, just walk the grounds, it's beautiful! -
Am here now going to stay in rm 3372, the room haunted by kate morgan....let u know how it is if we survive -
There are innocent children here. Spare them the sight of your Speedo. #DontBlowIt -
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I wrote TOH here. Take time to learn the hotels history so you can appreciate the decor. You never pass anyone without a huge smile- enjoying life. Enjoy some So Cal inspired classic rock on the deck. -
It's just so sick to have a drink, walk around, and own. -
California Historic Landmark #844! -
...feel the history! -
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The hotel opened in 1888 as the largest resort hotel in the world and the first to use electrical lighting. It was declared a historic landmark in 1977. Rooms 3502 and 3327 are reported to be haunted! -
One of the BIGGEST buffet-style brunches in SD. Go starving and don't forget to order a mimosa--or two :) -
sneak into the pool area and hot tub with a date. -
benches in front of the Beach Village are usually free -
sit on the Sun Deck patio, Oceanside, furthest from the hotel doors, near a firepit. order the sea and salt martini and sip while watching the Coronado surf. -
enjoy the sunday brunch. Everything is delicious! Lovely, elegant dining area. Great for big families.
nice!
After watching travel tv shows and reading the positive review on websites about this hotel, I booked 3 nights in September 2009. The rate was a little steep, but I decided to go ahead since this was a splurge-type weekend trip anyway. We always wanted to visit San Diego, and on a short notice deal I found on the net, I got a good deal on airfare too. Los Angeles airport is simply out of the world and huge, and we had a little tough time finding an ATM at the arrival lounge. Upon arrival at the hotel, we were recieved by the bellboys and a lovely usher who escorted us to the reception. I had requested for an early check-in while booking. The pleasant receptionist did try to sell me a costlier room if I wanted to check in early. I declined and informed her about requesting the shift manager personally on the phone for an early check-in and was asked to wait a while. So, we had breakfast at their restaurant while we waited. Though I was told that it could take a couple of hours , to our delight, an hour later the receptionist informed me that she could settle us in on our 2nd floor room. I did request a low room so we could easily go from the beach to our room. The rooms of standard size but very nice and tactfully done. They cater to both business guests and tourists, but I think tourists get more of a kick out of this place. The huge glass window in our room, overlooking the beach a big plus. We were particularly amazed at how brightly the surrounding area was lit even late in the night. Wonder if they are energy saving lights :). If you're ever in San Diego , you must try out its variety of local Asian food restaurants. We really had a ball exploring on this one. There's a nice dimsum place called the Shanghai nearby, with a really good serve staff, and their food was YUMMY and filling. We once ended up walking deep into the streets to a famous dimsum tea house for another round of dimsum but they were fully booked. The room service was prompt and very efficient at the Del. The best part was that water was included in the room charge. The nights in San Diego is the best part, and the harbour reminds you a lot of exotic tropical places, right smack in a metropolis! In spite of all the action though, the streets are spic and span. No wonder San Diego is such a popular tourist destination. We would love to go back to the Hotel Del Coronado.
New wine bar in Coronado!
I love this new little place in Coronado called Winestyles, great destination for a girls night out event! And they've got an amazing wine selection and fun atmosphere! Has anyone been?
Hotel Del Coronado is beautiful
What a magnificent hotel. We enjoyed being pampered while staying here. The staff put our beach chairs out for us and took them back. Tow...
Hotel Del Coronado is beautiful
What a magnificent hotel. We enjoyed being pampered while staying here. The staff put our beach chairs out for us and took them back. Tow...
Hotel Del Coronado is nice, BUT
Had a nice time but my g/f found a plastic bag behind a curtain containing a watch, ipod and a paycheck stub dated 2007/7/07 WHICH MEANS NO ...
Hotel Del Coronado is a great experience
Whenever I go to San Diego I make a visit to this wonderful hotel. I feel like if I was young again, living the old days. I reccomend to at ...
Hotel Del Coronado is magnificent
Hotel del Coronado is one of the most beautiful and finest hotels I've ever seen.with its wonderful victorian architecture, it is a place yo...
Hotel Del Coronado is like going back in time.
This world class hotel features giant ocean view rooms, beachfront cottages, and it's even famously haunted! Built in 1888, this classic bea...
horrible customer service!
This hotel has horrible customer service. My brother who is in the Army decided to get married in California and stay at Hotel Del Coronado for thier honeymoon. They made a reservation over the phone and they were told all they had to do was check in after thier wedding. When they arrived they were told that they needed to pay a 500$ deposit and they did not have the money to pay it. They ended cancelling thier room, but obviously they were charged a cancellation fee. The fee was $500 if you were a no show but since they did show up to the hotel it should have been only $250 which they were willing to pay. The person at the front desk said that they were a no show even though they had gas receits from a gas station in the neighborhood. I am very dissapointed because employees at Hotel Del Coronado were not upfront about a deposit and secondly the person lied about not putting in the system that they had showed up. What a way to treat a man in uniform!! The customer should always be right, and respect should be given to someone in millitary. Very upset!!!!
BEAUTIFUL, Awesome staff, Great for the holidays!!!
I love this hotel, especially during the holidays because they have an Ice skating ring less than 100 feet from the beach. The lobby is deco...
amazing.
ive never actually stayed in this hotel, but i have friends that work here and ive seen the inside of it. the crown room is so amazing and b...
Beautiful!
My husband took me here as a surprise getaway. It was so beautiful and we had a very nice dinner and sat out and watched the sunset. It was ...
THE VERY BEST.
This is the best hotel ever. We always stay here when in town. We have been coming here for 40 years. My mom and my grand mother and my au...
Great hotel!
This was a very beautiful and historical hotel. It is on a very nice island with many pretty boutiques and restaurants and cafes. Overall it...
Hotel Del
I went to the hotel a few years back and it was so nice! I didn't stay at the hotel, but I went to the beach there and I saw the hotel and t...
Romantic, Historical Hotel
This hotel it gorgeous! It's a wonderful, elegant, nostalgic, romantic place to stay for a get away weekend or anniversary. Be willing to...
Out of town? Must stay here!
Historical hotel, sits right on the beach, has a huge pool with a pool side bar, beautiful deck to have lunch and grab a cocktail. Even a haunted room!! Beautiful hotel inside and out. Famous people always stay here! Located on the main coronado strip with absolutely fabulous views of the ocean. must come stay here even for a couple of days!!
Love is in the details - Simply Amazing
I stayed in the California Cabana just yards away from my wedding site on the beach. It was magnificent! There aren't enough adjectives in the English language to describe the utter joy and overwhelming happiness "Hotel Del" added to my extraordinary day. There are so many wonderful features and services to compliment: the exceptional service at 1500 Ocean, the relaxing room with an incredible view, the make-up artist at the salon; and, not to mention the amazing wedding cake the pastry chef made for us! I'm overjoyed, and anxious to return for my first anniversary! Our thanks to all for an incredible stay. The Scotts
Wonderful architecture
This place has amazing archtecture ranging for simple to ornate. The food is remarkable and lavish. I can not say enough good things about D...
Hotel Del Coronado
A very nice place but I it seemed way over priced for a hotel. This a pretty island in a pretty bay with pretty beaches. I loved strolling d...
Spooky, but beautiful hotel
This hotel is beautiful and amazing to stay in!! it also holds stories of ghostly happenings that have been circulating at the Hotel del Cor...
