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Hotel Del CoronadovsThe Lodge at Torrey Pines

Both properties are endorsed by professional travelers. Overall, The Lodge at Torrey Pines ranks significantly better than Hotel del Coronado. The Lodge at Torrey Pines is ranked #3 in San Diego with praise from 12 reviews including Star Service, Lonely Planet and Gayot.

Hotel Del Coronado
9/10
1500 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA 92118
From $229/night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
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Concierge 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 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 Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"San Diego’s iconic hotel provides the essential Coronado experience... even the basic rooms have luxurious marbled bathrooms."
Oyster 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 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 Rough Guide
"The luxurious spot that put Coronado on the map and is still the area’s major tourist sight."
Michelin Guide 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 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 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 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
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The Lodge at Torrey Pines
9/10
11480 North Torrey Pines Road, La Jolla, San Diego, CA 92037
From $329/night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
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Concierge Concierge
"Requisite resort-style amenities, a pool with classical music piped in underwater, beach cabanas... and a full day spa please the families, romantic couples, businessmen, and golfers who stay here."
Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"With its proximity to some of the most beautiful spots in San Diego, the 170-room Lodge at Torrey Pines is a haven for nature lovers and golf enthusiasts opting for a rustic, relaxed vibe." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"Located on the cliffs of Torrey Pines, this lodge offers exquisite accommodation."
Star Service Star Service
"Next door to the vast, commercial Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines, this elegant tour de force is a labor of love, a family-owned and -staffed hotel built as a tribute to the California Craftsman movement." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"Upon arriving at the striking porte cochere of The Lodge at Torrey Pines and being greeted by doormen attired in Scottish kilts, you know this is an extremely special and unique property."
Zagat Zagat
4.7
"It "doesn't get better" than this "beautiful", Craftsman-inspired "luxury" resort in La Jolla."
Forbes Travel Guide Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"The Lodge at Torrey Pines sits on a rocky cliff overlooking the Pacific Ocean and is surrounded by protected forest and unspoiled beaches." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"When you enter the Lodge at Torrey Pines, you're immediately greeted by doormen in kilted Scottish dress—a throwback to a bygone area." Full review
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Make sure to dine at the Lodge’s farm-to-table restaurant, A.R. Valentien, which serves an exquisite tasting menu that includes ricotta and lemon stuffed squash blossoms and a 28-day-dry-aged prime New York strip steak.
National Geographic National Geographic
"The Lodge is modeled after the landmark Gamble and Blacker houses of Pasadena, skillfully magnified to 171-room size (including seven suites). Excellent dining and top spa." Full review
Hideaway Report Hideaway Report
94.0
"Charming resort hotel overlooking the Pacific Ocean in La Jolla, adjacent to the famed Torrey Pines Golf Course and a 2,000-acre seaside nature reserve." Full review
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