The Bower Coronado (Formerly Villa Capri)
Luxury 39-Room Boutique Hotel Featuring DIVE, Coronado's First Rooftop Bar
The vintage 1956 Villa Capri by the Bay motel was permanently closed and demolished in August 2023. The 1417 Orange Avenue property was completely rebuilt from the ground up by J Street Hospitality as The Bower Coronado: a luxury 39-room boutique hotel opened in 2025. It honors the site's mid-century heritage by restoring the iconic neon diving lady sign on DIVE, Coronado Island's first and only rooftop bar.
About The Bower Coronado (Formerly Villa Capri)
Originally the retro 1956 Villa Capri motel, this prime property at 1417 Orange Avenue was completely redeveloped from the ground up by J Street Hospitality into The Bower Coronado. Opened in early 2025, the 39-room luxury boutique hotel honors the site's mid-century heritage by restoring the iconic vintage neon diving lady sign on its premier attraction: DIVE, Coronado Island's first and only rooftop bar and restaurant.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What happened to Villa Capri by the Bay?
The vintage 1956 Villa Capri motel was permanently closed and demolished in August 2023. It was completely rebuilt into The Bower Coronado, a luxury 39-room boutique hotel that opened in early 2025.
What is DIVE at The Bower?
DIVE is Coronado Island's first and only rooftop bar and lounge, showcasing the fully restored vintage Villa Capri neon diving lady sign with panoramic island views.