Hotel Del Coronado's Beachfront Ice Rink To Return For Holiday Season

CORONADO, CA — Coronado residents and visitors can trade sandy beaches for ice skates when Hotel del Coronado's popular Skating by the Sea attraction returns Friday, Nov. 20, kicking off the holiday season with oceanfront skating and festive entertainment.

The seasonal ice rink will operate through Jan. 3, 2027, on the hotel's beachfront Windsor Lawn, 1500 Orange Ave., offering skaters views of the Pacific Ocean and the historic resort's iconic red-roofed Victorian building.

For more than 20 years, Skating by the Sea has been a holiday tradition at Hotel del Coronado, bringing families and visitors together for a seasonal experience along the Southern California coastline.

The event also supports Make-A-Wish San Diego, with the hotel donating $5,000 from its annual skating proceeds to the nonprofit organization, which helps grant wishes for children with critical illnesses.

Skating sessions last 90 minutes, and admission includes skate rentals.

General admission tickets cost $40 to $45 from Nov. 20 through Dec. 17, depending on the date and session time. Discounted $35 value sessions are available on select dates, including some morning sessions and designated weekdays.

From Dec. 18 through Jan. 3, general admission costs $45 per person.

Resort guests, members, military personnel and first responders with identification can receive a $5 discount on regular admission. The discount does not apply to value sessions.

The rink will open from 2 to 10 p.m. Nov. 20, followed by daily skating from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. through Nov. 29. Operating hours will vary during early December before returning to daily 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. sessions from Dec. 18 through Jan. 3.

Guests looking for an experience beyond skating can reserve rink-side or ocean-side seating at the Frostbite Lounge, which features fire pits, comfortable seating and food and beverage service.

The hotel will also offer additional holiday attractions, including its Lightshow Spectacular, Beachside Igloos and seasonal dining experiences.

Tickets must be purchased online or by phone, and participants must complete a waiver before checking in. Same-day purchases may be made using a mobile phone if space remains, but advance reservations are recommended.

Children of all ages are welcome to skate, although those younger than 12 must be accompanied by an adult who is also skating.

The rink is wheelchair accessible, and skaters are encouraged to bring helmets if desired, as the hotel does not provide helmet rentals.

Parking is not included with skating admission, and standard hotel parking rates apply.

Weather conditions, including strong sunlight and wind, may affect the ice. Skating generally continues during light rain, but sessions canceled because of severe weather will be rescheduled or refunded.

For the complete skating schedule, ticket reservations and Frostbite Lounge information, visit Hotel del Coronado's official Skating by the Sea page.