Glorietta Bay Inn

Came here for my 60th Birthday, stayed for 8 days and the hotel is wonderful! Quiet, super clean, decent breakfast daily, best of all less than 5 min walk to the beach, 2 blocks to down town for eats, great shopping, and a lovely park.
Would 100% stay here again!

I was planning to stay here but I got sick the night before flying to San Diego. I tested positive for COVID in the morning and had to cancel my trip. You're not supposed to fly on an airplane if you know you have COVID. I called to cancel my reservation and they insisted on charging me for the room. Poor customer service and unethical policy. I will travel to San Diego again soon, but I'll never stay here.

FOLLOW UP: After speaking with the manager, Claudia, a few weeks later, the Glorietta Bay Inn agreed to refund 50% of my room rate with the ability to use the other 50% for a future stay. Based on this I revised my rating from 1 star to 4. While I appreciate these actions, it would have been better if the desk staff were trained to deal with these situations and save everybody's time and efforts.

Maybe we didn't upgrade to the nicer area, but ugh. The room was so bad. Smelled musty and wasn't updated. Air conditioner made a lot of noise too. Bathroom was okay. On the bright side, bathroom lighting was good and they had hand soap instead of the bar soap. Super close to better places. Breakfast looked bad so we went elsewhere. Wouldn't come back here.

**Claudia, the manager took EXCELLENT care of me after she heard my complaint, as soon as the charges are reversed on my card, I will delete this review.**


Here's why I would not stay at the Glorietta Bay Inn:

- there was feces in the toilet before I walked in

- somebodys half consumed cup of tea is sitting on the counter

- theres a robe that somebody just used with a piece of food on it - you dont clean those?

- the internet didn't work for the majority of the time I was there.

Claudia, please call me.

Our go to in Coronado Island used to be the Hotel Del Coronado. The Del, as is affectionately named by the locals. However, since it has been under construction, we found this gem instead. Since we first visited this wonderful establishment, we have enjoyed the antique penthouse suite at the Glorietta Bay Inn 3 times.

It's a massive suite with a marriage of old world elegance and modern amenities such as a jacuzzi tub. You have your own private elevator which is actually an antique pullman type elevator with a metal gate you have to close in order for it to run. You can eat your breakfast out on the expansive roof patio where you have a 180-degree view of Glorietta bay and the Pacific Ocean in the distance.

At the time of our stays, Raj, the manager, and the rest of the staff have always been very helpful. They never failed to make our stay a delight, and we always felt welcomed.

I will say that the penthouse suite is quite pricey, exceeding 4 figures for a night's stay, and there is typically a requirement for a minimum number of night's stays needed when making reservations.

In any case, this definitely a Coronado Island treasure. And it is worthy of anyone's consideration when staying in Coronado.

resort fee? For what? $40 bottle of Wilson Creek champagne was not even in the room. Had to go down and get it.
Dirty shower. Dirty floors.
Extra charge for early check at 1pm and still had to wait until after 1 because the room wasn't ready. Up charge for a bay view? All we had a view of was the big ass pine trees that blocked the bay view. Couldn't help but laugh.
Was told I could not smoke a cigar on site, it's a smoke free island. Which is fine I can respect that. But to turn around and see the staff smoking is a little frustrating.
Beautiful from the outside. Great history. But definitely not staying here again.

The only reason for the extra star is because this place is haunted as fuck which is cool.

The Inn is the Sprekels family mansion. The sugar family. It was built in 1908. It has had some additions to make the Inn larger, contemporary rooms. It's gorgeous. Parking is SO convenient. All the great stuff is within walking distance.
Breakfast is served daily. Included. The food is basic, but really good. Hot. Not Luke warm. Fresh juices, hot coffee and tea. Milk if that's your thing. We had scrambled eggs one day and Frittata the next. The eggs and the frittata were hot. There is indoor and outdoor seating.
The rooms in the main house are lovely. Modern bathroom fixtures, comfortable bed. Nice TV room, couch and table. Also a TV in the bedroom. Fridge and microwave. A bar sink. Nice touches.
We stayed in Lillies room. Second floor. No elevator. Marble steps. Beautiful.
The pool area is nice. The pool is heated to 82 degrees. The spa to 102. SCORE! WHO heats their pool anymore??? So nice. We spent an afternoon at the pool.
The Inn is across the street from The Hotel Del. I personally would never stay at The Del. Not my thing. But, Easy to walk over and shop or walk the boardwalk and beach. The Inn is right across from Glorietta Bay. Nice view from the pool area, the patio and many of the rooms.
The staff are amazing. So helpful. The reservations manager knows the history of the area and the house. He's awesome and so ready to assist guests. Im going to post some pics of the place. If you go to Coronado, stay here at least once! We go to Coronado every year for our anniversary, we will go back to the Glorietta Bay Inn. Loved it!

Beautiful resort right across from The Del. Free breakfast too!
This was a win, win! I will definitely be back.

I recently had the opportunity to stay at Glorietta Bay Inn, located on Coronado Island, CA, near San Diego. While the hotel boasts a stunning location and rich history, I couldn't help but feel disappointed by the overpriced accommodations and additional fees. My experience was a mixed bag, leading me to give the hotel a 3-star rating.

The location of Glorietta Bay Inn is undoubtedly its greatest asset. Nestled on a beautiful stretch of beach, the hotel offers breathtaking views and easy access to the ocean. On a positive note, the hotel provided a comprehensive breakfast with a wide variety of options, served in a convenient window of time between 7-11 am. Additionally, the outdoor hot tub was a nice touch and offered a relaxing way to unwind.

However, the room we stayed in left much to be desired. For a rate of over $300 per night on a weekday, the room felt no better than a basic hotel room that could be found at a much lower price inland. While we understood that we were paying a premium for the beachfront location, the quality of the room did not seem to justify the cost.

The hotel's layout also proved to be a source of frustration. The property is broken up into multiple buildings, which made navigation somewhat confusing. Moreover, there were quite a few steps required to enter and exit the lobby, which could be inconvenient for some guests.

Additionally, we were disappointed to find that the hotel charges for parking, especially when there is free parking available nearby. This felt like an unnecessary expense on top of an already high room rate. Moreover, the hotel imposed a $50 resort fee, which was frustrating considering the lack of amenities offered. For the price, we expected more in terms of facilities and services to justify the resort fee.

In conclusion, while the location of Glorietta Bay Inn is undoubtedly beautiful and convenient, and the breakfast and hot tub were enjoyable, the overall experience was marred by overpriced accommodations, extra fees, and some design drawbacks. For travelers who value the beachfront location above all else, the hotel may still be worth considering. However, for those seeking better value and a more comprehensive experience, there are likely better options available inland.

Cockroaches! Dropped our stuff of in the room and spent the day touring the island just to come back to a cockroach in our bathroom with its poop all over. Went searching for more and found a dead roach in the other bedroom. We just got the room today. Freaking out. They said they are all booked up (most definitely not) and will only comp our room $100 for both nights. We want a full refund and go somewhere else. Carpet and room is so outdated and disgusting, don't let their photos deceive you!