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Hotel Del Coronado San Diego Day Trip

Hotel Del Coronado or the "Del" has been a San Diego Landmark since 1888. Located across the San Diego Bay in Coronado the Del is one of the most recognizable buildings in San Diego. The huge victorian hotel looks like something out of a fairy tale with it red roof a massive red turret which towers over the ballroom. This Legendary San Diego Beach Resort has been visited by european royalty, presidents and movie stars. Today Hotel Del Coronado looks much the same as it did 100 years ago although the rooms have been upgraded the Del still retains its turn of the century charm. Guest can stay in the original Victorian Building or at the modern Ocean Towers and California Cabana buildings. Another option is the Beach Village at the Del which consist of luxurious oceanfront cottages and seaside villas. For those of you just planning to visit for the day there are quite a few things to keep you busy at the resort. Try the Sun Deck Bar and Grill for refreshments and lunch. There is a magnificent view of the Pacific plus seasonal live entertainment. Go window shopping at Shops at The Del which has a variety of upscale of shops and boutiques. Take a stroll around the hotel and view the gardens and then step out onto the huge sandy beach and see why the Del is such a popular destination.
Hotel del Coronado
Hotel del Coronado Sea World Vacation Package - You will stay at the Hotel del Coronado, a landmark hotel and destination resort with pools, shops, restaurants, water sports and a brand new spa. Visit land animals at the San Diego Zoo. Take a dinner cruise on a Harbor Excursion yacht or let Old Town Trolley take you on a unique narrated tour of America’s Finest City. More information
 
Travel Green at the Iconic Hotel Del
Travel Green at the Iconic Hotel Del - Stay Green with this earth friendly package. Enjoy a stay at the iconic Hotel Del Coronado with its unique combination of modern luxury touched with the charm and grace of a fairytale castle. Along with your hotel stay, select tickets to a couple of San Diego's 'Travel Green' attractions. Old Town Trolley and Hornblower Cruises offer memorable sightseeing experiencest. More information
 
San Diego Zoo Vacation Package
San Diego Zoo Vacation Package - You will stay at the Hotel del Coronado and Visit the world famous San Diego Zoo and experience nature’s greatest creatures large and small. With giant pandas, miniature bats, big cats, flashy peacocks and slithering snakes, the San Diego Zoo is a must see attraction. San Diego Zoo - San Diego Zoo Best Value Package included with this offer. More infromation .
Hotel Del Coronado San Diego California
Hotel Del Coronado It is one of the few surviving examples of an American architectural genre: the wooden Victorian beach resort. It is one of the oldest and largest all-wooden buildings in California and was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1977. The original grounds had many amenities, including an Olympic-sized salt water pool, tennis courts, and a yacht club with architecture resembling the hotel's grand tower. A Japanese tea garden, an ostrich farm, billiards, bowling alleys, hunting expeditions, and deep sea fishing were some of the many features offered to its guests. The Del has been featured in many movies , including: Some Like It Hot (which starred Marilyn Monroe, Jack Lemmon, and Tony Curtis), The Stunt Man (which starred Peter O'Toole), the 1973 film Wicked, Wicked (which was completely filmed on location there), and the 1990 version of My Blue Heaven (which starred Steve Martin). Spend a day or vacation at the Del and enjoy staying at San Diego's most famous hotel.

Camping near the Del
Silver Strand State Beach - Features extensive beaches on both the Pacific Ocean and San Diego Bay. Combined with the area's mild climate, the beaches make Silver Strand one of the area's finest recreation destinations. Ramadas, tables, barbecue pits, and fire rings are available in the area. South of the developed area, there are one and a half miles of ocean and natural preserve. Strolling along the beach, visitors can see moonsnails, concleshells, and an occasional sand dollar in the sand.
 
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Coronado and Hotel Del Coronado are accessible via Silver Strand Boulevard, the San Diego Coronado Bridge, or by boat to Ferry Landing Marketplace. The Del can also be reached using the San Diego Trolley Tours. Trolleys stop approximately every 30 minutes and are a great way to see San Diego Attractions without having to worry about parking. Hotel del Coronado 1500 Orange Avenue Coronado, CA 92118 619-435-6611
 
 
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