Coronado Neighborhood Guide — San Diego
An island-like peninsula connected by the Coronado Bridge, famous for the Hotel del Coronado and pristine beaches.
At a Glance
18,558
Population
$135,056
Median Income
42
Median Age
$3,250/mo
Median Rent
Source: 2019-2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
Parks & Recreation
Tidelands Park
Waterfront Park
Bayfront park with playground, grass, picnic areas, and views of the San Diego skyline.
Coronado City Beach
Beach Park
Wide sandy beach consistently ranked among America's best beaches.
Coronado Municipal Pool
Recreation
Public swimming pool and recreation facility in the village.
Beaches
Coronado Beach Lifeguard
Wide, flat sandy beach stretching along the Pacific side. Consistently ranked among the best beaches in the US.
Silver Strand State Beach Lifeguard
State beach along the narrow strip connecting Coronado to Imperial Beach. Great for swimming and shell collecting.
Getting Around
Bus Routes
- Route 901 (Coronado to Downtown via bridge)
- Route 904 (Coronado local)
Trolley Access
12th & Imperial Transit Center (via bus, 20 min)
Biking
Silver Strand bike path, Bayshore Bikeway
Parking
Free parking on most village streets. Large free lot at the Hotel del Coronado beach. Easier than mainland beaches.
- • Free parking on Orange Avenue side streets
- • Large lot at the Hotel del Coronado
- • Ferry from downtown avoids parking entirely
Landmarks & Attractions
Hotel del Coronado
Iconic Victorian-era beachfront hotel built in 1888, featured in the film 'Some Like It Hot.'
Coronado Bridge
The 2.1-mile bridge connecting Coronado to downtown San Diego, with sweeping bay and skyline views.
Orange Avenue
Coronado's charming main street lined with boutique shops, restaurants, and the historic village theater.
Ferry Landing
Waterfront marketplace with shops and restaurants, plus the Coronado Ferry to downtown San Diego.
Top Businesses in Coronado
Bed & Breakfasts (7)
View all →Hotel Marisol Coronado
Hotel Marisol Coronado is a bed and breakfasts located in Coronado, San Diego.
Souvenir Shops (7)
View all →Earth Wind & Sea of Coronado
Earth Wind & Sea of Coronado is a souvenir shops located in Coronado, San Diego.
La Camisa T-Shirts & Sweats
La Camisa T-Shirts & Sweats is a souvenir shops located in Coronado, San Diego.
Boutique Clothing Stores (5)
View all →Pretty Please Boutique
Pretty Please Boutique is a boutique clothing stores located in Coronado, San Diego.
Miss Match Boutique
Miss Match Boutique is a boutique clothing stores located in Coronado, San Diego.
Wild Dove Boutique
Wild Dove Boutique is a boutique clothing stores located in Coronado, San Diego.
Antique & Vintage Shops (5)
View all →The SeaSide Ryde LLC - Coronado Surf Lessons
The SeaSide Ryde LLC - Coronado Surf Lessons is a antique & vintage located in Coronado, San Diego.
Beyond Surf SD
Beyond Surf SD is a antique & vintage located in Coronado, San Diego.
Coronado Surfing Academy
Coronado Surfing Academy is a antique & vintage located in Coronado, San Diego.
Water Sports & Rentals (2)
View all →San Diego Jet Ski and Boat Rentals
San Diego Jet Ski and Boat Rentals is a water sports located in Coronado, San Diego.
Luxury Jet Ski Rentals
Luxury Jet Ski Rentals is a water sports located in Coronado, San Diego.
Grocery Stores (2)
View all →Lobster West Coronado
Lobster West Coronado is a grocery stores located in Coronado, San Diego.
Bluewater Boathouse Seafood Grill Coronado
Bluewater Boathouse Seafood Grill Coronado is a grocery stores located in Coronado, San Diego.
Housing
$3,250
Median Rent/mo
$2,200,000
Median Home Value
48%
Owner-Occupied
12,500
Housing Units