El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island

3.5 star property

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Lobby
Property entrance
Exterior
Fountain
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Spa
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
1351 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, 92118
  • Hotel del Coronado
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Coronado Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Naval Base Coronado
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪16 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
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • Spa tub
  • 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. 580 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 268 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 96 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1002 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

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jesse

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenda

Business traveler
The room smelled musty and there was no available parking
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Theresa, Phoenix

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel. Need better lighting in room and shelves in bathroom for personal items since there is no counter space.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Cassandra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cherie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

REBECCA

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved loved this little Mexican village town feel hotel! Only complaint was water took 15 minutes to warm… we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jodi

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Really fun place. Needs some updates to rooms and pool/hot tub but overall nice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love Coronado always go for any celebrations
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

alice

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
summer fun
it was pleasant
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The El Cordova is one of my go-to Hotels in Coronado. I absolutely love the character and charm! Rooms are clean, beds are comfortable, staff is always hospitable and the location is perfect! Close to the beach, the Del Coronado, restaurants & shopping! Love, Love, Love!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Angela

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking is not ideal but hotel experience was great
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our 8th stay here was extremely pleasant. Javier at the front desk was very helpful; got us into the room we requested and made sure we were able to get a parking pass. This is the best place to stay on the island and we’ll be staying there until again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Austin

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Not what not what I expected. Had to carry bags up 15 steps to get to a room that smelled awful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Debbie

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was very nice but parking was a problem
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Marv

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angelique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful stay with amenities at a walkable distance
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Motel like rooms, but very convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect spot, location and cost
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024