AFAR Magazine has named the Hotel del Coronado among the 40 best hotels in America. After a seven-year, $550 million restoration, the Hotel del Coronado has emerged looking remarkably like itself—only better. The 138-year-old beachfront landmark, just outside San Diego, preserved its iconic Victorian architecture while refreshing guest rooms, public spaces, and dining venues for a…
Known for it’s charm, one-of-a-kind shops and historic architecture, Coronado Island was recently named as one of California’s Best Downtowns. The list cites Coronado’s upscale boutiques, local eateries, and landmarks including the Hotel del Coronado. Read more here….
Coronado’s Free Summer Shuttle will return for 2026, providing a convenient and no-cost way for residents and visitors to get around Coronado. The shuttle will run seven days a week from June 7 through September 7, from 9 am to 8 pm, with 20-minute service intervals along the San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) Route…
The highly-regarded publication Preservation has featured the Hotel del Coronado on its cover. The publication from the National Trust for Historic Preservation details the 6-year restoration over 10 pages in their Spring 2026 issue. The article outlines the great lengths taken to restore every room, space and detail that defines the Hotel del Coronado. Click…
A simple, yet tasty menu is quietly debuting this week, full of mouth-watering burgers, chicken sandwiches, fries and rings (or a combo of frings), and more. Double Standard is the newest restaurant in the Coronado’s Blue Bridge Hospitality spearheaded by native David Spatafore. Locals who love burgers remember the Leroy burger and will be thrilled…
Coronado residents in need of employment will have an opportunity to meet directly with local businesses at the free Coronado Job Fair on April 22. The 2026 Coronado Job Fair comes at a time when numerous residents are looking for work following government downsizing and amid rising costs for housing, food, utilities, and healthcare. The fair…
The Hotel del Coronado has made “The World’s Greatest Places” list. Time Magazine just honored the newly-restored resort for it’s 138 year legacy. The Del is one of three California-based places on the list which includes hotels, museums, parks and other must-visit destinations around the world….
Amanda Johnson recently opened “Stop & Grow,” a bookshop focused solely on books and creative activities for children. The small space, brimming with books from classic authors to newer ones, provides customers with a wide array of choices to engage children in reading….
Known for creative, gourmet ice cream with bold, unexpected flavors, Salt & Straw is coming to Coronado Island. This new ice cream option will be located at 1303 Orange Avenue, between Stake Chophouse and Better Buzz Coffee. This will be the fourth location Salt & Straw location in San Diego County. …
The Hotel del Coronado has been featured in the latest issue of Travel + Leisure as one of 9 Tropical Destinations for a Mother-Daughter getaway. The island was honored for it’s close proximity to San Diego. “It has both gorgeous beaches and small-town charm.” …