Celebrate the red, white and blue at these California resorts where you can find prime firework-viewing, American fare, beach parties and more.
Hotel del Coronado
San Diego
The iconic hotel is celebrating its 130th anniversary with a beach party complete with live music by The Mighty Untouchables, private fire pits for s’mores, a firework display and more. The Del Beach Bash is complimentary for overnight guests and open to the public for $25 per person. The party is taking place July 1 from 7 to 10 p.m. (fireworks at 8:45 p.m.) and on July 4, Coronado Island’s annual parade, family activities and more fireworks continue the weekend’s celebrations.
THE US GRANT
San Diego
For a little history with your Independence Day celebration, visit THE US GRANT. The Gaslamp Quarter hotel was built by the son of Ulysses S. Grant, the 18th president and commander of the American Civil War. The hotel is walking distance from San Diego’s Seaport Village, home to the annual Big Bay Boom Fireworks show over San Diego Bay. Book the Family Excursion Package for a 25% discount on a connecting guest room.
Manchester Grand Hyatt
San Diego
The tallest waterfront hotel on the West Coast, Manchester Grand Hyatt’s Top of the Hyatt is located 40 stories up and is the best spot to catch the Big Bay Boom Fireworks show from 6 to 10 p.m. Delight in sips including unlimited beer, wine, champagne and premium liquor from the bar and dining on BBQ cuisine from the themed dinner buffet. Locals and guests can also enjoy a front row seat to the Big Bay Booms Fireworks show on San Diego’s Boardwalk when an exclusive seating area on Sally’s Fish House & Bar’s front patio is reserved, located next to Manchester Grand Hyatt. Fit for five people, sit back and relax while watching the largest display of fireworks on the West Coast. Spend a minimum of $500 on food & beverage for the evening and enjoy locally sourced seafood, craft cocktails and California fine wines. Ticket price of $100 reserves a seating area and remaining $400 of minimum is paid at event check-in. Private seating area will be available beginning at 7 p.m. followed by fireworks beginning at 9 p.m.
Paséa Hotel & Spa
Huntington Beach
Celebrate the land of the free in Surf City USA at Paséa Hotel, home to its signature rooftop restaurant Tanner’s Treehouse and pier-facing rooms, perfect for catching the Huntington Beach pier’s annual firework show. Guests of the hotel can enjoy in-room patriotic dishes and themed cocktails. Or kick off the celebrations early on July 3 at the beachfront Ocean Lawn for the Red, White and Luau party, complete with hula and fire dancers, live music and bites from 15 local restaurants.
The Garland
North Hollywood
Join The Garland for a classic dive-in movie, complete with build-your-own sundaes with unlimited toppings from 3 to 8 p.m. Fill up on savory favorites like grilled burgers and hot dogs from 5 to 9 p.m. Open to hotel guests only.
W Los Angeles – West Beverly Hills
Los Angeles
Let the celebrations begin early by brunching at the W Hotel’s poolside restaurant, The Hideout by STK Los Angeles. COCODISCO will be hosting a special pop-up at the Trina Turk-infused cabanas, where guests can shop for glam swimsuit coverups while snacking on BBQ faves and sipping LaCroix Cocktails. Open to locals and hotel guests from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
westdrift Manhattan Beach
Manhattan Beach
With westdrift just one mile from the Manhattan Beach Pier, why not grab a custom bike from Venice-based Solé Bicycles and cruise on over for the firework show. Back at the hotel, relax poolside in a cozy cabana or indulge at the signature restaurant and bar, Jute.
Casa Madrona
Sausalito
Catch the Bay Area’s firework display at the two-tiered deck of Casa Madrona’s The Mansion’s residence or in the Alexandrite Suite, overlooking the Richardson Bay and San Francisco skyline. The Mansion has an outdoor bar, BBQ area, a fire pit and seating. Reserve the suite for an intimate gathering or rent out the entire 11-room mansion. Casa Madrona is also partnering with SF Bay Adventures to help guest’s secure a spot on the schooner Freda B for front row seats to the firework show.
