Few hotels have earned a place in American history like the Hotel del Coronado. Charles Lindbergh was honored here after his first transatlantic flight, and it was at “the Del” that Marilyn Monroe romped on the beach in Some Like It Hot. It is even rumored that the Duke of Windsor met his future wife, Wallis Simpson, here. Set on 31 acres on the charming island of Coronado just off San Diego, this beachfront, Victorian-style paradise is the ultimate sand and surf getaway. A full-service spa lures world-weary travelers, while others indulge in a little retail therapy at the resort’s 20 upscale boutiques. Three restaurants are committed to providing exceptional dining in romantic, sophisticated, and casually elegant settings.

Hotel Del Coronado Amenities:

• 688 rooms. Check-in 4 pm, check-out noon. Three restaurants, bar. Children's activity center. Fitness room, spa. Beach. Outdoor pool, whirlpool. Tennis. Business center.