This is an unused (though clearly "loved" - see the crease) postcard from the White Border era (1915-1930).

Click here to learn more about the El Cortez and its history from the El Cortez website.

Click here for a postcard tour of the El Cortez from the San Diego Historical Society.

From Alibris: Wish You Were Here: a Tour of America's Great Hotels During the Golden Age of the Picture Post Card