Paradise Point Resort & SpavsHotel Del Coronado
Both hotels are rated very highly by professionals. Overall, Hotel del Coronado is preferred by most professionals compared to Paradise Point Resort & Spa. Hotel del Coronado comes in at 87 with recommendations from 12 publications such as Frommer's, Jetsetter and Travel + Leisure.
Paradise Point Resort & Spa Show All Reviews
1404 Vacation Road, San Diego, CA 92109
From $178/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Oyster
Upscale
"This 462-room property near Sea World has sprawling, 44-acre grounds on a private island." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"At this Indonesian-style spa, jasmine-scented or hot stone massages can precede a soak in a rose petal bedecked tub. The brightly decorated cottage rooms have private lanais."
Star Service
"Located on the tip of Vacation Isle, this is a local icon that has been entertaining visitors for more than half a century." Full review
Gayot
"This island resort features comfortable, California bungalow-style rooms amidst lush, tropical gardens, tranquil lagoons and one mile of sandy beaches in the heart of San Diego."
Jetsetter
"Beaches, tropical gardens and Bali-inspired bungalows on a 44-acre island in Mission Bay." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Decked with tropical gardens and lagoons, this family-friendly resort is a little slice of Hawaii right in San Diego." Full review
Fodor's
"The botanical gardens have ponds, waterfalls, footbridges, waterfowl, and more than 600 varieties of tropical plants—a pleasant backdrop for the Balinese spa." Full review
U.S. News & World Report
28.0
"Occupying its own 44-acre island in Mission Bay, Paradise Point offers guests a wide variety of ways to pass the time" Full review
Travel + Leisure
"This family resort on Mission Bay near SeaWorld features five pools, a mile-long beach, tennis courts, bonfire pits, putting course, beach cruisers, two waterfront restaurants, and a private marina."
San Diego Travel Guide
February 23, 2021
Frommer's
"Modern beach bungalows with Balinese accents and private patios— many with bay views—are nestled among tropical gardens with duck-dotted lagoons, fountains, and gazebos. " Full review
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