Hotel del Coronado
Coronado Wedding Location1500 Orange Avenue
Coronado, CA 92118
Phone: 619/522-8070
www.hoteldel.com
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Description
More than a hundred years after its gala opening, The Del, as it’s affectionately called, still reigns as the Grande Dame of the California coast. A National Historic Landmark, The Del’s stunning Victorian architecture commands 28 oceanfront acres. Over the years the resort has garnered an impressive array of awards and a legion of distinguished fans, including presidents, movie stars, and numerous celebrities. With such a stellar heritage, it’s not surprising that The Del also has its share of romantic history.
Legend has it that the century’s most famous love affair began in The Del’s Ballroom. In 1920, the visiting Prince of Wales was honored by the locals with appropriate pomp and circumstance. Wallis Simpson, then a Coronado resident, may have been among the many who welcomed him. Twenty years later, the Prince would give up his throne to marry the charming divorcée. Their love story inspired the names for many of the resort’s restaurants and event spaces.
One of them is the Windsor Lawn. This premier setting for weddings has landscaped walkways and seasonal gardens stretching to the Pacific. If your desire is a beach wedding, the Del’s catering staff can arrange ceremonies right on the sand, as well.
Another lovely ceremony site is the Garden Patio, a lush landscaped courtyard with a large gazebo. Or get married in the Vista Walk Garden, located near the resort’s signature red-roofed turret, and overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
The Del offers so many reception options you’re sure to find a space that complements the style of your wedding. The Ballroom captures panoramic views of the Pacific, while ornate ceiling moldings and multitiered crystal chandeliers bestow a turn-of-the-century elegance. One of the most distinctive event spaces is the magnificent Crown Room, recently restored to its original grandeur. With its 33-foot-high, rib-vaulted ceiling of golden sugar pine, this richly paneled room evokes the magic of yesteryear. "Wizard of Oz" author Frank Baum designed the room’s unique chandeliers in the shape of crowns, which bathe the vintage furnishings and décor in a soft amber light.
Once you stroll through The Del’s quaint Victorian salons and well-tended gardens, you might not want to leave its nostalgic embrace. Enticed by The Del’s sun-drenched beaches and moonlit ocean views, many newlyweds stay on for their honeymoon. With a bouquet of seductive amenities to choose from, including his-and-her massages and breakfast in bed, couples often return for their anniversary or a second honeymoon.
To design your event, take advantage of the Catering Department’s wide range of talents. Whether you plan an intimate soirée or a formal gala, the staff will create a one-of-a-kind occasion, impressing your guests with impeccable service and award-winning cuisine.
H.L. Story and Elisha Babcock, the two men who built The Del, envisioned a resort that would be "the talk of the Western world." It’s been more than a century since the hotel opened, and people everywhere are still praising its charms.
Capacity
Ceremony |
Reception/Special Events |
Meetings |
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Max. Seated Indoors: 600 Max. Seated Outdoors: 1200 |
Max. Seated Indoors: 650 Max. Seated Outdoors: 800 Max. Standing Indoors: 1200 Max. Standing Outdoors: 1200 |
Max. Seated: 1200 |
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CEREMONY CAPACITY: The Garden Patio seats up to 400 guests, the Vista Walk up to 150 seated and the Windsor Lawn up to 1,200 seated. A beach ceremony is also an option with seating for 50–1,200 guests. EVENT/RECEPTION CAPACITY: The hotel accommodates 20–650 seated, including dance floor. |
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Fees & Deposits
For weddings, a 25% nonrefundable deposit is required to confirm your date; the balance is payable 10 days prior to your event. Luncheon menus run $75–140/person, dinner menus $100–180/person. Custom menus, alcohol packages and wedding cakes are available. Tax, a 22% service charge and room rental fees are additional. For business meetings, seminars, conferences and retreats, the hotel has a business service center, an audiovisual department, and an activities department. Fees vary depending on guest count, accommodations reserved, and food and beverage services requested; call for more specific information. A day-of coordinator is required.
Availability
Year-round, daily, 10am–midnight.
CateringProvidedAlcoholProvidedSites UsesCeremoniesWedding Receptions Special Events, Parties Business Functions/Meetings Rehearsal Dinners On-Site Accommodations Services/AmenitiesCatering: provided by Hotel del Coronado onlyKitchen Facilities: n/a Tables & Chairs: provided Linens, Silver, etc.: provided Restrooms: wheelchair accessible Dance Floor: provided Bride's and Groom's Dressing Areas: yes, when available Meeting Equipment: full range Parking: self or valet, special rates Accommodations: 688 guestrooms and suites Telephone: pay phones, guest phones Outdoor Night Lighting: yes, special lighting at additional charge Outdoor Cooking Facilities: n/a Cleanup: provided View: ocean views, bay and city skyline Other: spa facilities, business service, fitness centers, salon, wedding amenities, concierge |
MusicIndoorsOutdoors w/ Restrictions Wheelchair AccessWheelchair AccessibleSite ViewsCityscapeGarden Garden Patio/Courtyard Landscaped Grounds Ocean/Bay Panoramic RestrictionsAlcohol: provided by Hotel del Coronado onlySmoking: designated outside areas only Music: amplified OK with restrictions Wheelchair Access: yes Insurance: liability required Other: wedding coordinator required |
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