My wife & I originally booked for 2 nights at the El Cordova, but because we were so impressed with the quaint atmosphere, clean & comfortable room and "Spanish village" open air courtyard (complete with small shops & cafes), that we extended our stay an extra 2 nights.
The hotel staff was extremely accomodating, when, after having to cancel our initial reservation due to the uncertainty of continuing with our vacation plans (because of the San Diego wildfires) we were immediately assured of getting the same discounted room rate that we had originally booked for. The hotel location is excellent for strolling the shops along Orange Avenue and enjoying all that the beaches have to offer. My wife and I plan on returning to Coronado Island, and would not hesitate in the least to make the El Cordova our home away from home. As my wife says, "Why stay at the "Hotel Del" when you can stay at the "Hotel El?!" All the charm as the Hotel Del, half the price, and quieter, too. We can HIGHLY recommend the El Cordova!