El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island

3.5 star property

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Lobby
Food and drink
Exterior
Lobby sitting area
Front of property

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Spa
  • Parking available

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1351 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118
  • Hotel del Coronado
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Coronado Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • San Diego Convention Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

ADA Accessible 1 Bedroom Suite

  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 550 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Premier Suite

  • 1194 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Deluxe 2 Bedroom Suite

  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island

3.5-star hotel in Historic Downtown Coronado
Along with 2 restaurants, this smoke-free hotel has an outdoor pool and 2 bars/lounges. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a hot tub, self parking, and massage/treatment rooms are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.
El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island offers 43 accommodations with MP3 docking stations and laptop-compatible safes. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

In-room wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided on request.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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.
El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island features an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Dining is available at one of the hotel's 2 restaurants. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the hotel's 2 bars/lounges. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access.

This Coronado hotel also offers spa services, a terrace, and barbecue grills. Limited onsite parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis (surcharge).

El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island is a smoke-free property.

Miguels Cocina - This restaurant specializes in Mexican cuisine and serves brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.
Brigantine Seafood - This seafood restaurant specializes in seafood and serves brunch, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 5 per 24-hour period)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants

Restaurants on site

  • Brigantine Seafood
  • Miguels Cocina

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Treatment room

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

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1902
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 5.00 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 40 per night (in/out privileges)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply

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El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 592 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 258 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 93 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1003 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Haley

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cute hotel, great location

The hotel was really cute and perfectly located. When I arrived I had to wait for a while till someone checked me in, but after that service was excellent. The room was comfortable and super quiet. No frills, but for the location it was a great place to stay and good value for money. No free parking for guests - it seemed like they had on site parking from description but it's $40 per night. Street parking is Free after 6 pm before 8 am.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Traveled with family
Our favorite aspect of El Cordova was the location. Easy access to the beach and restaurants - just perfect. There was some confusion about our room when we checked in. We booked a Deluxe King through Expedia and were placed in an ADA. I wish the concierge would have explained this better to us, as we would have requested a different room. He seemed very confused during check in. We were very pleased to be provided a free appetizer from El Cordova at one of the adjoining restaurants. Bed was comfortable. We would attempt again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, restaurant on site.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

andrew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older property with great character. Clean. Unique Spanish charm. 2 bedroom suites available at great prices.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved the historic aspect of the hotel. The rooms are in need of some renovations however. We stayed in room 36. The size of the room was huge. The TV in the bedroom didn’t work, toilet roll holder was missing, and shelf in the bathroom was absent from the holder. The location was superb…right across from the Del Coronado and beach and walking distance to many restaurants and shops. Lively restaurant, Miguel’s on site for drinks and food. There was also a quaint coffee shop with the nicest woman and warmest smile! Parking may be difficult depending on time of day, but we seemed to not have a problem finding street parking during our weekend stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha Nicole

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is beautiful and convenient for walking to any restaurants, shopping and the beach! The staff are friendly, welcoming, and helpful. This hotel is super Cute and has everything you need!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
For the price its a. nice funky hotel with a lot history.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Old school hotel , great if you like character
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lots to enjoy in the area

Great centralized hotel across the street from hotel del and the ocean, the only downside was the steep staircase to the rooms and the bathroom was extremely small you could sit on the toilet and have the sink in your lap, also a very small shower Not tall or plus size friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Dana

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. There is plenty of great restaurants amd bars within walking distance. Very safe area. It is located right across the street from Hotel Del Coronado!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location and value.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Shelly

Liked: Staff & service

Great value & location!

Excellent location! Near shop’s & restaurants and on the bus line. Cute apartment with kitchen and living room! King bed was really nice. Older unit was charming, but had some quirks. Bath/shower was tricky to use. No handles on the kitchen cabinets made them hard to open. No paper towels, sustainable but not that convenient. Could hear the neighbors above pretty clearly. I would recommend and stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Charming and beautiful in lovely historical district
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was truly an amazing experience. Love the hotel and how everything was in walking distance
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pheme and Matt

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What's not to like. Everything was great. We didn't rent a car - no need because everything is flat and accessible.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeffery

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overall fine, but could use some improvements.

The hotel staff was friendly and helpful. The condition of the room could have been improved, especially for the cost of the stay. The room I stayed in was one that connected to the next room. The only thing that separated the rooms was a simple chain on the door. The deadbolt was not locked and I could hear everything the woman in the next room said and did as I'm sure she could hear me. There was a broken shelf in the bathroom and very little counter space for toiletries. Some of the towels also had hair on them from previous guests. They were clean, but someone else's hair was stuck to the towels. I would have expected some bottled water or something in the room given the cost of the hotel per night. It came with a fridge and microwave, both of which were clean. The bed was uncomfortable and the pillows were lumpy making it difficult to get to sleep.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice attendant when I got in. Complimentary appy at Miguel's was put to awesome use that night (HUGE portions there, I was nuked). Solid rooms, cute ambience and vibe. Right in the thick of the tourist-y bits of Coronado, but hey, that's what we're here for. You can practically throw a rock to the water.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025