Tuesday, October 29, 2013

Vendor Spotlight: Hotel Del Coronado



Venue Hotel del Coronado
Location Coronado Island
Person to Contact Chris Ong, Director of Catering and Conference Management
Email cong@hoteldel.com
Phone 619.522.8457
Social Media Twitter Facebook

Venue Background
Hotel del Coronado has enjoyed more than 120 years of legendary romance. King Edward VIII of England gave up his throne to marry the former Coronado housewife Wallis Simpson (it is rumored they may have met at The Del during Edward's 1920 visit). And, the love story Bid Time Return took place at the Del, which brought together Christopher Reeve and Jane Seymour in the movie version Somewhere in Time.

Add to this romantic legacy the hotel's sun-drenched beaches, moonlit ocean views, spectacular setting, impeccable service and award-winning cuisine and it's easy to see why the Travel Channel named The Del the #1 best place to get married in the U.S. The resort offers a variety of wonderful ceremony and reception settings including the elegant Ballroom with views of the Pacific, the historic Crown Room with chandeliers designed by Wizard of Oz author L. Frank Baum, the picturesque Garden Patio and the seaside Windsor Lawn.

How would you describe the atmosphere of Hotel del Coronado in three words?
Oceanfront, Breathtaking, One-of-a-Kind

What makes Hotel del Coronado stand out as a wedding venue?
The Del offers a variety of unique indoor and outdoor wedding settings for extravagant to intimate ceremonies and receptions.

What spaces are available for ceremonies and receptions? How many people can you accommodate?
The Del offers a variety of wedding settings from a fairytale beachfront ceremony, with an oceanfront Ballroom or historic Crown Room reception for up to 600 people to an intimate wedding/ reception on the Vista Walk or Garden Patio, The Del has the perfect venue for that special day. The wedding ceremony and reception pairing are endless.

Is there in-house catering?
Yes, we have five professional Catering Managers on site to create the perfect wedding day.

Is there a day-of coordinator?
Yes.

How would you describe the Hotel del Coronado experience?
The Del offers a one-of-a-kind setting with an unparalleled beachfront location. There are no pairings like it for an unforgettable wedding ceremony and reception.

What is one important piece of advice you would like to share with couples in choosing a wedding venue?
After celebrating 125 years of romance, there is only one Hotel del Coronado for that special day.