Hotel Del CoronadovsMargaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
Both properties are praised by those who travel for a living. On balance, Kimpton Solamar Hotel scores significantly better than Hotel del Coronado. Kimpton Solamar Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 94 with accolades from 16 publications such as Oyster, Jetsetter and Condé Nast Traveler.
Hotel Del Coronado Show All Reviews
1500 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA 92118
From $229/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Concierge
"It's gotten knocked recently for being a bit tired, but this 1888 landmark is still packing 'em in for vacations, weddings, dinners, and conference…but especially vacations."
Fodor's
"The resort is always alive with activity, as guests—including U.S. presidents and celebrities—and tourists marvel at the fanciful architecture and ocean views." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"San Diego’s iconic hotel provides the essential Coronado experience... even the basic rooms have luxurious marbled bathrooms."
Oyster
Upscale
"The iconic, family-friendly Hotel del Coronado is one of the largest and best-known resorts in Southern California, with 679 rooms right on the beach." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This National Historic Landmark re-creates a bygone golden age. Suites in the original Victorian building have balconies that face a lovely white-sand beach."
Rough Guide
"The luxurious spot that put Coronado on the map and is still the area’s major tourist sight."
Michelin Guide
"Accommodations include newly-renovated rooms in the original Victorian building, tropical-themed chambers in the Towers and Cabana buildings, and oceanfront cottages at the Beach Village."
BlackBook
"This Marilyn-approved hotel property just got better, thanks to a va-va-voom remodel of the spa and a modern take on California cuisine at 1500 Ocean. Some like it hot."
Frommer's
"Opened in 1888 and designated a National Historic Landmark in 1977, the "Hotel Del" is the last of California's stately old seaside hotels." Full review
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Even if you don't stay here, be sure to stroll through the sumptuous, wood-paneled lobby and along the pristine, wide beach.
Travel + Leisure
"With its red-roofed turrets and Victorian-style façade, the Hotel del Coronado is one of San Diego’s most iconic landmarks." Full review
Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter Show All Reviews
435 6th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
From $102/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Pool
Frommer's
"This Kimpton property is stylishly urban and sophisticated, and provides excellent Gaslamp Quarter digs just around the corner from PETCO Park." Full review
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Just in case, though, if you plan to go to bed early, ask for a room away from the pool.
Concierge
"Aimed squarely at the hipper end of the business market, with full-sized desks, ergonomic chairs, and free Internet access (wired and Wi-Fi) in all rooms."
Travel + Leisure
"Ten-story hotel with a chic, urban feel, minutes from San Diego's burgeoning Gaslamp Quarter." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This hip boutique hotel in the Gaslamp Quarter offers a complimentary wine hour every evening in the fireplace lounge."
Rough Guide
"Tasteful and modern boutique hotel central to the Gaslamp Quarter, whose rooms have internet access, flat-screen TVs and CD and DVD players, and which also offers spa and gym."
Michelin Guide
"Conveniently located downtown, this 10-story Kimpton property is awash in eye-catching contemporary decor."
Star Service
"Prominent modern high-rise overlooking the rejuvenated Gaslamp District, this is Kimpton Hotel Group's most colorful offering in San Diego, a more playful version of its sophisticated sibling Palomar." Full review
Gayot
"Funky and fun, the 235 guest rooms and suites are nevertheless functional, with oversized work desks... and daily newspaper delivery."
BlackBook
"Gaslamp/East Village's original boutique hotel boasts a bustling rooftop lounge and pool area."
Zagat
4.3
""The boutique place to stay for hipsters", this "upscale" venue "in the heart of the Gaslamp district" has a "wonderful" rooftop pool/lounge and "comfortable", "inviting" rooms."