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Grande Colonial La JollavsCoronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa
Both properties are rated highly by expert writers. On balance, Grande Colonial La Jolla scores significantly better than Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa. Grande Colonial La Jolla comes in at #4 in San Diego with approval from 11 publications including Star Service, Frommer's and Rough Guide.
Grande Colonial La Jolla
Frommer's
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910 Prospect Street, La Jolla, San Diego, CA 92037
From $214/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Frommer's "Relax in the brick courtyard and small pool tucked in a courtyard, and sip cocktails in the antique-filled lobby before dining at the hotel's superb Nine-Ten restaurant." Full review
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Our favorites are the gracious suites with window seats that overlook the Scripps Park's palms and the sea.
Concierge "The casual, understated elegance of the Grande Colonial hotel... lies somewhere between the buttoned-up La Valencia and the chic Hotel Parisi."
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If it's prime Pacific views you're after, ask for an ocean-facing room on the upper floors of the main hotel.
Fodor's "This white wedding cake–style hotel in the heart of La Jolla village has ocean views and charming European details." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Elegantly appointed rooms are in keeping with the hotel’s European ambience."
Rough Guide "The cosy but elegant rooms have boutique furnishings and free wi-fi, and there’s a handful of larger suites, and excellent package deals."
Star Service "Located in the heart of town, an easy walk to the Museum of Modern Art and the Cove, this updated Teddy Roosevelt-era treasure built in 1913 is an area landmark, and not just for history buffs." Full review
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Any rooms with a water view is a safe bet, though the corner units are worth requesting.
Gayot "Right down the street from La Valencia, The Grande Colonial La Jolla is just as charming with more spacious guest rooms and finer dining."
BlackBook "Smack dab in precious La Jolla village, this yellow hotel is an icon. Its signature restaurant, Nine-Ten, is one of the city’s finest."
OysterUpscale
"With a central location in La Jolla, a heated outdoor pool, and an array of great services... this upscale historic boutique is a solid pick for a relaxing coastal getaway." Full review
Jetsetter "The staff at the Grande Colonial is as warm and unobtrusive as the California sunshine, with smiling, tanned young faces asking if you need help with anything." Full review
Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa Frommer's Fodor's DK Eyewitness Gayot Oyster
U.S. News & World Report
2000 Second St, Coronado, CA 92118
From $151/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "Although the physical property is generic, the staff goes out of its way to provide upbeat attention; guests just seem to get whatever they need." Full review
Fodor's "The spacious rooms and suites are situated in low-slung buildings redone in a cheerful island-inspired fashion." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Lush grounds with a few flamingos, a relaxed ambience, and a dedicated staff make this resort a top choice."
Gayot "Set at the foot of the impressive Coronado Bay Bridge, the Coronado Island Marriott Resort sprawls across more than sixteen waterfront acres overlooking downtown San Diego."
OysterUpscale
"Set on the quiet side of San Diego’s famed Coronado Island, this 273-room resort perched on 16 waterfront acres aims for mass appeal with three pools, a fitness center, and full-service spa." Full review
U.S. News & World Report38.0
"The Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa sits on Coronado Island about 5 miles from downtown San Diego (and the San Diego Convention Center), so it's a popular choice among business travelers." Full review
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Plus, guests who choose to bed down here can earn and redeem Marriott Bonvoy points toward free stays and other perks.
