freebies consist of parking, beach chairs and towels, and refreshments offered throughout the day. there's a garden courtyard and meeting space. suites add fireplaces, minifridges, wet bars and private balconies or patios. cooked breakfast is served in a cozy dining room. elegant rooms have private bathrooms, flat-screen tvs, dvd players and free high-speed internet. in a house dating from 1906, this polished b&b is 2 blocks from coronado beach, a 7-minute walk from coronado golf course and 5 miles from downtown san diego. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am San Diego International Airport 14 min
Cabrillo National Monument (28 min) This historic lighthouse & national monument offers a storied history & views all the way to Mexico. Seaport Village (14 min) Waterside complex with shops, eateries, entertainment & relaxed grounds featuring fountains & ponds. Old Town (13 min) Known as the state's birthplace, this colorful area has a range of historic buildings & attractions. Old Town San Diego State Historic Park (14 min) Open-air museum about local life in the 1800s, with adobe buildings & interpretive performances. Maritime Museum of San Diego (11 min) Waterfront venue showcasing many types of restored vintage ships & historical exhibits. SeaWorld San Diego (17 min) Marine life shows, thrill rides, aquariums & up-close encounters with dolphins, penguins & more. Museum of Us (11 min) Museum in an ornate 1915 building featuring eclectic anthropology exhibits & a panoramic tower. Coronado Beach (14 min) Swimming, sunbathing, surfing & other outdoor recreation draws crowds to this scenic, urban beach. USS Midway Museum (13 min) Life-at-sea exhibits, restored planes & flight simulators aboard this legendary aircraft carrier. Coronado Bridge (4 min) Vehicle-only curved bridge offering picturesque views of the city skyline & passing naval ships. Coronado Island (7 min) Bay island with a historic town, home to an iconic Victorian hotel, plus some of SD's best beaches. San Diego Zoo (11 min) Zoo features giraffes, koalas, apes & more, plus a safari park for tours & a conservation society. San Diego Bay (8 min) Large harbor with naval ships & marinas featuring shops & restaurants, plus parks & nature reserves. The San Diego Museum of Art (13 min) Venerable art museum with acclaimed works, plus a courtyard bar/bistro with sculpture garden views. Balboa Park (8 min) Sprawling outdoor destination is home to the city's renowned zoo, 17 museums, gardens & more. |