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Hotel Del CoronadovsRancho Valencia Resort & Spa
Both properties are endorsed by professional reviewers. On balance, Hotel del Coronado scores slightly higher than Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa. Hotel del Coronado ranks #9 in San Diego with recommendations from 12 reviewers such as Gayot, Travel + Leisure and Rough Guide.
Hotel Del Coronado
Concierge
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Oyster
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Michelin Guide
BlackBook
Frommer's
Travel + Leisure 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."
OysterUpscale
"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
Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa Concierge Fodor's
Jetsetter DK Eyewitness BlackBook
Forbes Travel Guide Travel + Leisure
Gayot
Afar Magazine
Mr & Mrs Smith Show All Reviews
5921 Valencia Circle, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
From $699/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Concierge "Casitas of various sizes—49 of them—are secreted within 40 acres of citrus groves and flowers in this quiet, relaxed, and luxe resort 25 miles north of downtown."
Fodor's "Luxurious, two-level, Spanish-style casitas, appointed with corner fireplaces, luxurious carpeting, and shuttered French doors leading to private patios." Full review
Jetsetter "45 acres of gardens, olive groves, and relaxation at the only Relais & Chateaux property in SoCal." Full review
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More active types can choose between tennis, yoga, and biking, then select from among seven types of massage in the spa.
DK Eyewitness "Bougainvillea cascades over the Spanish casitas in this stunning resort. Many rooms feature cathedral ceilings, private terraces, and fireplaces."
BlackBook "This exclusive Rancho property boasts world-class tennis courts, not to mention an award-winning spa where you can sweat it out during a Pilates sesh or indulge with a his-and-hers treatment."
Forbes Travel Guide 5 Stars
"Located in the canyon of Rancho Santa Fe on 40 manicured acres of rolling hills, this relaxing retreat is just minutes from the charming boutiques and cafés of La Jolla." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The all-suite Rancho Valencia Resort opened in 1989 in a bougainvillea-and-hibiscus-filled canyon 25 miles north of San Diego and remains southern California’s only Relais & Château property." Full review
Gayot "This romantic, Mediterranean-Mission-style resort is tucked away in Rancho Santa Fe."
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Make sure to indulge in some pampering at The Spa, arguably one of the most beautiful in the country with its Spanish tile work, lush gardens and fountains.
Afar Magazine "Spanish colonial fountains. Roaring outdoor fireplaces. Brightly colored bougainvillea vines and hibiscus flowers. Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa, Southern California’s only Relais &..." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith "Tucked up from the Pacific Ocean in San Diego horse country, Rancho Valencia hotel is as impressive as a prize-winning thoroughbred." Full review
