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El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island

El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island
El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island – Coronado, CA
El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island – Coronado, CA
Check in 4:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM

About El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island

Located in the former mansion of an industrialist, this Coronado inn features a classic Spanish village style courtyard that contains gardens, boutique shops and two on-site restaurants. The elegantly decorated rooms of El Cordova are equipped with ree wifi, cable TV with HBO, and in room coffee. Two on site restaurants which include the Brigantine Seafood Restaurant, specializing in seafood and steaks, and Miguel's Cocina, featuring Mexican cuisine. Brigante, decorated with photos from the coastal village’s past, specializes in steak and fish. Miguels Cocina serves Mexican food and drinks in the courtyard and Miguelito’s holds large group events. El Cordova Hotel is a 5 minute walk to Coronado Beach and the historic Hotel Del Coronado, and is 3 miles from the Coronado Municipal Golf Course.

Amenities

  • On-site parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • On-site dining
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Breakfast available
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Concierge
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Pool
  • Spa / sauna
  • Family friendly
  • Public transit access
  • Smoke-free property
  • In-room safe

Reviews

4.4 / 5
Excellent 1005 reviews
  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    The air conditioner in our room worked extremely well, but was quite loud. We opted to use the ceiling fan most of the time. The staff was friendly and attentive.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    A quaint little hotel in a perfect location! Steps from the beach and a restaurant, a car rental place, a beach equipment rental place-all on site! I will definitely stay here in the future!

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Great location!

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Great location, but park your car and do the two foot express to get around town bc parking can be really difficult to find.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Love the location. Staff is super helpful

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Beautiful architecture. Room bed was lumpy and uncomfortable. Hot water did not work. Dupose to be a 30% discount. Will wait and see. Centrally located was nice. Many restaurants.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Great hotel, prime location walking distance to everything! Great price for a suite, would definitely stay again!

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    The Hotel is in a great location and such close proximity to the beach, restaurants and everything downtown. It is older but has been well maintained. Hotel staff were nice and helpful. We had no need for a car as we wanted to be on the island for our three day stay and everything is walking distance.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    This trip was fantastic. I had a room that was so quaint and wonderful. Tile in the bathroom and kitchenette. Lovely. Regular fans that work. I prefer character to something new and slick. This was the perfect place for me. The only bummer here is the parking. It is off site or street side. But I can live with that.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Close to all the attractions in the area

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Old World feeling hotel, but could use some updates. No counter space in bath. Great location.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Definitely an older property. But reasonably priced considering the area. The staff was very friendly and helpful.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    This is our 5th stay and we can’t wait to go back!

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Beautiful property, excellent staff

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Construction happening in the middle of the property so starting in the early morning and going all day all you hear is the sounds of buzz saws and hammering and construction. Also, the pool was very disappointing. Small hardly any room to walk around it very little shade and you’re not even allowed to bring snacks into the pool area. We rented three rooms and one of the rooms had hair in the shower when we got there. The pictures make it look so cute but the walkways look like they hadn’t been swept or sprayed down in months and were full of dead leaves. The location is good, but for what it boasts and for the other reviews online, I was disappointed.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    We arrived early knowing our room wouldn't be ready. We had to ring the desk bell twice to get someone to help us. Clerk said he'd call us when our room would be ready. Their luggage "storage" is behind the small front desk. It is often unguarded. We came back a little later and sat waiting for our room and it go to be the actual check in time and the room still wasn't ready. We had to specify NOT to be put in a room near construction. The pool was closed until 2pm that day. Our room was on the 2nd floor and there was no elevator so we had to lift our heavy bags up narrow stairs. Our "deluxe" room was anything but. It was small, the bathroom was tiny with almost no counter space. The only good things were lots of towels and bath supplies. The tub had an old mat in it. When I went to the pool the next day there were no towels there so I asked front desk who said they send some down. I waited probably 20 minutes until I asked someone else and they were brought up. I would never stay at this hotel again.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Our room was clean and spacious, the staff was friendly and helpful, we had no issues at all and even enjoyed the restaurant the next day.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Highly do not recommend. Spend the money, you will thank me later.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Enjoyed our stay at El Cordova! A little bit of Europe in the heart of Coronado. Suite was very accommodating and location terrific!

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Everything was great except the AC. It was a window unit that was very loud and we had to turn it off to sleep.

Frequently asked questions about El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island

Does El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island offer parking?
Yes, paid self-parking is available on-site at El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island.
Does El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island offers meeting spaces for business and group use. Banquet and reception facilities are also available.
Does El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island have a fitness center?
El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island does not list an on-site fitness center. Some properties partner with nearby gyms — check directly with the hotel.
Where is El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island located, and how walkable is the area?
El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island is located at 1351 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA 92118. With a Walk Score of 94, the area is rated Walker's Paradise. Most daily errands can be done on foot — ideal for travelers without a car.

What's nearby

Map of points of interest near El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island
  • San Diego Convention Center 1.9 mi
  • San Diego Comic-Con International 1.9 mi
  • Petco Park 2.1 mi
  • USS Midway 2.2 mi
  • 1996 CONCACAF Gold Cup 2.4 mi
  • San Diego Airport 3.6 mi
  • San Diego International Airport 3.6 mi

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