El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island

3.5 star property

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island

Lobby
Food and drink
Front of property
Exterior
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Spa
  • Parking available
$293
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8

Explore the area

View in a map
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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(37 reviews)
  • 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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 700 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

ADA Accessible 1 Bedroom Suite

  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(45 reviews)
  • 550 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Premier Suite

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

Deluxe 2 Bedroom Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 700 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(50 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Similar properties

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. 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. 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.

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.

Property amenities

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
  • Smoking not allowed

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

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 30 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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

Property is also known as

Cordova Hotel Coronado
El Cordova Coronado
El Cordova Coronado Island
El Cordova Hotel
El Cordova Hotel Coronado
El Cordova Hotel Coronado Island
El Cordova Hotel Island
El Cordova Island
Hotel Cordova Coronado
Hotel El Cordova
Cordova On Coronado Coronado
El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island Hotel
El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island Coronado
El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island Hotel Coronado

El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 601 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 257 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 91 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1009 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

Diane, Elk Grove

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the history of the building and the Spanish style. The grounds were very lush. Our room was very comfortable and shopping was great.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa, Sheridan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really liked how close to the beach it was. Miguels is one of our fav restaurants and is on premises. Parking was $40/night for a garage or you could opt for street parking. For a historic inn it was in pretty good shape and we really enjoyed our stay in the 2 bedroom unit
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean but the fixtures in the bathtub were very loose. At the prices they charge, housekeeping should be automatic and not upon request. Parking on the street was not convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

sarah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the charm of old buildings. This old mansion was built in 1902, and felt comfortable and homey. Rooms were clean and bed comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emanuel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying at this hotel felt like being transported to a serene Spanish villa. It had that perfect balance of elegance and warmth that made it feel less like a hotel and more like a home away from home. The staff was also genuinely friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Mariana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Is extremely small, no parking in the hotel, all there is a restaurant in the middle of the rooms and we could hear a lot of noise. For a little more you can stat at El coronado. Not recommended
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Mariapaz, North Las Vegas

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
The Cordova Hotel has a lot of charm and history—it’s over 100 years old and in a great location. The ambiance and architecture are lovely, and the staff was friendly. However, the building definitely shows its age. The bathroom, in particular, is in need of serious upgrades. I actually twisted my ankle getting out of the shower due to the outdated and unsafe design. While I appreciate the historic feel, basic safety and comfort should still be a priority. With a little maintenance, this place could be truly outstanding.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

SEASONS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Melanie

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The perfect location, a very nice room and incredibly friendly staff. The gentleman that checked us in was extra helpful and welcoming. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Layne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were responsive to any issues.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Pleasantly surprised in the island

I was there for a weekend getaway to my favorite island. First time at El Cordova, and was pleasantly surprised. James has exceptional customer services and went above and beyond. My room was superb! I felt at home. The location is perfect! It's easy to get everywhere!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, cute rooms and functional! Loved our stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ellen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place has so much character, everywhere you look there is something interesting to see and you really have to keep your eyes open. I think it honors the spirit of the original owners.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Would stay again

Pleasant and helpful staff. Great location. Room was comfortable, but there was some noise from the neighbouring restaurant (so I'm told - I slept through it). It's an older property and there isn't a lift.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elspeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel has a lot of character and charm being an older building, and the room had everything I needed and was perfect for a solo traveler. The staff there and in the neighboring restaurants and businesses were wonderful, and the location was perfect for me- walkable to the beach and the other attractions. I enjoyed my stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

tim

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Coronado Stay

Location was convenient to dining and shops. Miguel’s and Brigantine Seafood were on the same campus and offered good drinks and food. Excellent service too.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Michaelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We love the Cordova and its accessibility to shopping, dining, and strolling along the beach. Parking is off-site, but free for first-come, first-served. We didn’t have trouble finding parking off the street for free but we did juggle with timing. Would definitely come back. It’s a bit dated but the location is unbeatable.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lex

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property within walking distance to beach and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Craig

Traveled with family
The property is very close to the Del where my meeting was so easily walkable. It is a safe area with good local food/coffee. The paid parking was pretty close and convenient at the B of A parking lot ($40 a night). There were some flies and bugs in the room but this is a humid area (not bed bugs). The bed was comfortable. The room had a bit of a moldy smell but not bad. It was very easy to hear stomping foot steps of the people above us when they got back late. They did upgrade us to a suite which was nice of them. The front dest was nice on check in and they did hold our bags for us on the check out day. However, I did note that there often was no one manning the front desk. When we texted for a needed shower cap and to help with the microwave they were quite responsive. Overall an older property that could use some sprucing up but no major complaints...Just not great.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025