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Real Name: Linda Luque
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El Cordova Hotel: REMINDS ME OF THE HOTEL ON RODEO DRIVE!   Check Rates
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  • Updated by lmkluque on Mar 19, 2004
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  • Coronado El Cordova Hotel
  • Unassuming Front Entrance
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  • Summer prices start at $119.00 per night for a standard room and go up to $395.00 for a suite.

    Unique Qualities: In 1902, El Cordova was built architecturally, in the Spanish style as a countryside mansion and by 1930 had been converted into a hotel. Over the years it has been restored and preserved to maintain it's charm and beauty. Surrounding the hotel are arched walkways a lovely courtyard as well as shops and one of my favorite Mexican restaurants, Miguel's Cocina with thatched covered patio dining.

    This hotel is located at the south end of Orange Avenue. Across the street is the Hotel Del Coronado, and a block west is the Pacific Ocean. For those not using a car to get around, there is a bus stop near the front entrance of El Cordova.


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    Comparison: more expensive than average
    Prices: US$120-180  » Currency Converter
    Phone: (619) 435-4131
    Address: 1351 Orange Avenue.
    Website: http://el-cordova-coronado.hotels-ca.com/!/1
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    Hotel del Coronado: DRIPPING IN LUXURY, SEEPING IN HISTORY!   Check Rates
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  • Coronado Hotel del Coronado
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  • The prices change depending on the season. This is a romantic place and worth considering, especially for a special occasion. Soon there will be beachfront cottages as well as the various room types in the main building. There is a whole section next to the north parking lot that is under construction, so be aware that things will be a bit messy at that end for a time. Ask for a room in south section for the time being.

    Unique Qualities: This is the oldest--or largest, I can't remember which--wooden structure in the USA. It is an historical landmark and the first to install electricity.

    This is a luxury hotel, and all the amenities are offered. There are several restaurants and a comfortable lounge off the lobby which overlooks the inner courtyard. Downstairs is a small shopping mall and though the prices are high, this is no tourist trap, the quality justifies the expense. The Sun Deck has is a wonderful promenade jetting out over the sand where you may sit, enjoy the view, order a drink or an expensive hamburger and there are stairs leading to the ocean . Valet parking is available at the front entrance, but expensive.

    Many areas of this hotel are open to the public and if a stay here is beyond your budget, come for a meal, have a drink or just stroll around and enjoy the ambience at one of San Diego's most famous landmarks.


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    Prices: US$180 and up  » Currency Converter
    Phone: (619)435-6611
    Address: 1500 Orange Avenue
    Directions: The Landmark Of Coronado Island!
    Website: http://www.hoteldel.com
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    Loews Coronado Bay Resort: Stay Here Or Visit For The Day   Check Rates
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  • Coronado Loews Coronado Bay Resort
  • Almost An Island Paradise
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  • I've never stayed here but have spent afternoons enjoying lunch and can say it is a lovely place.

    All the expected amenities are offered and there are three pools. Their beautiful restaurants that are open to the public. My favorite is the Market Cafe, on the terrace overlooking the marina.


    Unique Qualities: Lowes offers quite a few specials that are quite tempting.

    The B&B special going on now is $179.00

    Family packages (2 Adults and 2 Children) such as 2 nights plus breakfast and Seaworld starting at $700.00 and 2 nights, breakfast and a choice of the SD Zoo or Wild Animal Park starting at $650.00 are offered as well.
    Check their website for updated offers.

    This holiday season a reading of "The Cat In The Hat" by the Cat in the Hat is offered free to the public nightly at 5:00 p.m. and at 6:00 p.m. Friday 19 December through 24 December (2003) Cookies and punch served after. Phone: 424-4416 for more information.


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    Theme: Hotel
    Comparison: more expensive than average
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    Phone: (619) 424 4000
    Address: 4000 Coronado Bay Rd, Coronado, CA 92118
    Website: www.loweshotel.com
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    Marriott Coronado Island Resort: Flamingos in the Pond   Check Rates
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  • Coronado Marriott Coronado Island Resort
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  • The Marriott is located to the east of The Ferrylanding Market Place. It is in a secluded area right on the water and offers several restaurants with glorious bay views. So, if you can't afford to stay here at least stop in for a meal or even just a drink.

    Marriott hotels, as a rule, are upscale and this one will live up to your expectations.

    A normal guest room starts at $235.00 and a one bedroom Villa starts at $600.00 which should give you an idea of the prices. Make your reservation early because this Marriot is very popular with big companies and the hotel actually fills up.


    Unique Qualities: Though the hotel doesn't look fancy from the outside, actually seems impersonal and the inside has an understated elegance, the service is excellent and everyone is made to feel welcomed from the moment they give their car to the valet until the moment they leave the building.

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    Comparison: about average
    Prices: US$120-180  » Currency Converter
    Phone: (619) 435-3000
    Address: 2000 Second Street
    Website: http://marriotthotels.com/sanci
    Other Contact: (800) 228-9290
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    El Rancho Motel: Bargin Hunter Alert!
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  • Want to stay in Coronado but can't afford a two or three hundred dollar room per night? This may be a solution. El Rancho Motel is located towards the north end of Orange Avenue, and is priced at a much lower rate.

    Of course, I haven't stayed at this motel, but have heard good things about it, mainly that the rooms are clean, the owner is friendly and makes every effort to ensure that her guest's stay is the best possible.

    I've driven past El Rancho almost every time I've been to Coronado and like the way they've renovated the place, so thought I'd add it to my accommodation tips.


    Unique Qualities: Fifty years ago this was a small apartment complex which later became a motel. Recently it has been renovated and there are about five or six rooms. The small courtyard has a lush Spanish flare and though the amenities are very basic they offer air conditioning, a microwave, refrigerator and TV with VCR and DVD player.

    All rooms are at ground level and wheelchair accessible. There is, in some rooms, a Jacuzzi. The motel is about five blocks from the Ferrylanding and ten or so blocks from the Hotel del and access to the beach.


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    Theme: Motel
    Comparison: less expensive than average
    Prices: US$80-120  » Currency Converter
    Phone: (619) 435-2251
    Address: 370 Orange Avenue
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    Comments for lmkluque about Coronado
    ChristinaNest Wed Aug 19, 2009 10:20 UTC
     Seems like a lovely place to visit, combined with San Diego. Thanks again for the postcard! and the Simpsons stamps:)
    jonikosan Mon Sep 10, 2007 06:11 UTC
     would you please share the name address and phone number of the perfume shop that you wrote about? i would greatly appreciate it.
    Lugene Tue Apr 26, 2005 17:53 UTC
     comming June 18, where can we eat with our 4 yr old granddaughter that is not over priced things she will enjoy to do. also can children go to the winerys we are staying at the Loews
    Pawtuxet Tue Feb 15, 2005 12:05 UTC
     You've done a great job on this page. I should have spent time here instead of just driving thru. I could spend hours and hours between the hotel's architecture and all those antique shops and cafes. Wonderful presentation.
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