San Diego Historic Hotels Tour
Step into San Diego’s golden age of travel on a 4-hour driving tour of three iconic hotels: the legendary Hotel del Coronado, La Jolla’s glamorous La Valencia, and the beautifully reimagined Lafayette Hotel. Travel by luxury van with a driver and guide as you explore history, architecture, vintage photographs, and elegant public spaces. Enjoy plenty of photo opportunities along the way, plus a drink at the Lafayette pool bar, bottled water, and snacks on board.
Step into San Diego’s golden age of travel on this 4-hour Historic Hotels Driving Tour with Concierge of Life Experiences—a curated journey through three of the city’s most iconic and glamorous properties, past and present.
Travel in comfort in a luxury van with your own driver and guide as you visit:
Hotel del Coronado – The legendary beachfront “Grand Dame,” beloved by movie stars, presidents, and royalty. Stroll the grounds, admire the Victorian architecture, and imagine the days of trunks, ballgowns, and seaside soirees.
La Valencia Hotel (La Jolla) – The “Pink Lady” perched above the Pacific. Glamorous, Mediterranean-inspired architecture, tiled details, and classic Old Hollywood vibes—plus breathtaking coastal views and photo-perfect corners.
The Lafayette Hotel – Recently reimagined, yet steeped in history. A mid-century Beverly Hills-meets-pool-party aesthetic, once a hideaway for stars and now one of San Diego’s most stylish social hubs.
Your guide will share stories, history, and old photographs that bring each hotel’s past to life: famous guests, architectural details, design eras, and how each property helped shape the city’s cultural identity. Along the way, you’ll have time to wander public spaces, admire the architecture, and capture your own modern-day “postcards” at every stop.
To complete the experience, you’ll enjoy a drink at the Lafayette Hotel’s pool bar—a chance to relax, soak in the atmosphere, and feel like a guest in a different era.
What’s included
Luxury van transportation with a professional driver
Friendly guide/host to share hotel history, architecture insights, and stories
Visits to Hotel del Coronado, La Valencia Hotel, and the Lafayette Hotel
One drink at the Lafayette Hotel pool bar (21+; mocktails available)
Bottled water and light snacks on board the van
Time for photos, exploring public areas, and enjoying the ambiance at each stop
Good to know
Duration: Approximately 4 hours
Style: Relaxed driving tour with light walking at each hotel
Focus: History, architecture, vintage glamour, storytelling, and photo opportunities
Ideal for: Architecture and design lovers, history buffs, hotel aficionados, couples, small groups, and anyone who loves classic glamour
All you have to do is show up; we’ll handle the driving, the stories, and the reservations.