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Be one of the first guests to experience the Hotel del Coronado’s $550 million revitalization. Enjoy the carefully preserved historic spaces and the addition of modern living spaces, such as the new oceanfront Shore House.
With sun, surf, and spa treatments, Hotel del Coronado is an unbeatable summer destination.
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