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El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star hotel near Hotel del Coronado

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An outdoor patio area with string lights, seating arrangements, and a fire feature.
A swimming pool with blue and white tiles, surrounded by greenery and a building with a sign reading "DOMANI".
The exterior of the El Cordova Hotel with a tiled roof, arched windows, and a red awning.
A spacious living area with a large sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and potted plants. There is a decorative wall piece and a chandelier.
A lobby with a stone fountain, tiled walls, and a staircase.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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1351 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118
  • Place, Coronado Shopping Plaza Shopping Center
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Hotel del Coronado
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Coronado Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of the bathroom.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(44 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a dresser, a television, and a ceiling fan.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for ADA Accessible 1 Bedroom Suite

A bedroom with a bed, dresser, TV, and ceiling fan.

ADA Accessible 1 Bedroom Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe 2 Bedroom Suite

A hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of the bathroom.

Deluxe 2 Bedroom Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 65 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Premier Suite

A spacious living room with a blue sofa set, a coffee table, and a patterned rug. There are multiple windows with shutters, a chandelier, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Premier Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Partial sea view
  • 111 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom

A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and a window with blinds.

Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(71 reviews)
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a dresser, a television, and a ceiling fan.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(56 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

A bedroom with a bed, dresser, TV, and ceiling fan.

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 65 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Coronado

Oceanside stay.A stay at this Historic Downtown Coronado hotel places you steps from Hotel del Coronado and a 5-minute walk from Coronado Beach. San Diego Convention Center and Petco Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Coronado Shopping Plaza Shopping Center - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lamb's Players Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hotel del Coronado - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Coronado Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Naval Base Coronado - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • 25th - Commercial Station - 6 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 18 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Henry - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Night Hawk - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Yummy Sushi - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk

About this property

El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island

3.5-star hotel near Hotel del Coronado
El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island offers its guests an outdoor pool and a hot tub. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges.

Spa services, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Coronado hotel is smoke free.

  • 43 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1902
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Onsite shopping
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island offers 43 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include bathrobes, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms available. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages.

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  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
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The price is CA $317
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includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 40 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • Water sports equipment

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • MP3 dock

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 33.06 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • In-room coffee
  • Hot tub access

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 40 per night (in/out privileges)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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El Cordova Coronado
El Cordova Coronado Island
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Hotel Cordova Coronado
Hotel El Cordova
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Frequently asked questions

How close is El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island to the airport?

El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island is 7.9 mi (20-min drive) away from the San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island?

As of Sept 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island on Sept 2, 2026 start from CA $295, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island.

How close is El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island to the beach?

This hotel is a short 4-minute walk from Coronado Beach and 12.9 mi (23-min drive) from Mission Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island offer free breakfast?

El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 40 per night.

Does El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island have a pool?

El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like Mexican cuisine, al fresco dining, and brunch.

Does El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer prenatal massages.

How close is El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island to downtown Coronado?

El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island is 0.4 mi away from Coronado.

El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 614 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 218 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1007 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We’ve stayed here twice and had a great stay both times
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location a block from the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room and spacious suite, 5 minutes walk to the beach and restaurants .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice amenities and very responsive staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mathew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and location
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

The hotel was conveniently located to the beach and restaurants. Staff were courteous and friendly! They also provided us with beach chairs!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Kevin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There were bed bugs in the bed, and cockroaches, we told the staff, they were like whatever. It's dirty, it's old, and although cheaper than the place across the street, I will never stay here again. Highly do not recommend. Spend the money, you will thank me later.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness
Close to the Del and all we want to do when in Coronado.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we loved the location. Great area. everything is in walking distance. Restaurant next door was really good.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfortable, parking off-site was available for a fee. Staff was pleasant and polite. Very convenient to the beach and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

araceli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel i have stayed
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alisha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great room and excellent staff
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had the best time! Love the decor, the restaurant and the staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the location. Mind that is a 1902 building and very quaint but also old. Loved our king bedroom Studio.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing and cute hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The El Cordova Hotel is an exceptional and charming hacienda cstyle hotel in the heart of Coronado featuring a delicious Mexican and Seafood Restaurants within its corridor and across the street from the famous Del Hotel and endless beach. It is surrounded by endless shopping and international restaurants. The front desk staff are exceptional and receptive to all requests.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fabulous staff, charming immaculate room and perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with an amazing location! Hot tub could be hotter
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Normand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our time here. So conveniently located to just about everything. I love the atmosphere and the decor. Really felt like we got away.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and stay
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
charming vintage hotel, beautifully maintained. A landscaped patio with pool and an evening fire pit. great restaurant next door. perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service, welcoming and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Xin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good bedding, big space, reasonable price, prefect location but the property is really old. Basically it is a very good fit for family trip if you are not fasion hotel fans.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place is a hidden gem
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

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