Sparkling, soft sand, iconic Hotel del Coronado backdrop
Coronado, CA 92118 Get directions
"Known for its smooth white sand and historic Hotel del Coronado." - Adeline Duff Adeline Duff Adeline Duff is a writer and editor who specializes in beauty, wellness, and travel. A former Travel + Leisure editor, she discovered her passion for exploring the beauty habits of other cultures while wor
"A bustling beach in San Diego known for its scenic beauty." - Travel + Leisure Editors

"Coronado is one of San Diego's most popular beaches with soft white sand, many watersports, and the iconic Hotel del Coronado as the backdrop. You can hit happy hour with your toes in the sand at the hotel’s Beach and Taco Shack or make reservations for a sustainable seafood dinner at Serẽa. Keep an eye out during low tide for the SS Monte Carlo, an old shipwreck that peeks out of the water, on the shore south of the hotel. At the north end of the island, Coronado’s Dog Beach is a favorite with those who wish to let their pup run off-leash." - Marie Tutko, Archana Ram

"This 1.75-mile stretch of golden sand sparkles with bits of mica and draws swimmers, surfers, and sunbathers who stay for gorgeous sunsets; while there, the storied Hotel del Coronado is a recommended stop, and the adjoining dog-friendly North Beach is also popular." - Patricia Doherty Patricia Doherty Patricia Doherty is a writer who specializes in covering destinations, resorts, and cruises for Travel + Leisure and other publications. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"As one of the top family-friendly beaches in the U.S., Coronado Beach — with its paddleboarding, boogie boarding, and tidepools — should also be on your radar." - Travel + Leisure Editors