Gator Beach Tours

Feel the wind tousling your hair, the water swirling around your feet and the salt on your skin at Gator Beach. Hang around for sunset to cap off a relaxing day out.

If you like the word "free" as much as most travelers, you'll be glad to know this stretch of coastline is precisely that. Gator Beach is located in Coronado. To keep your sightseeing schedule full while you're in the area, also drop by San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.

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Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

3.5 out of 5
Lawrence Welk Resort Village
Price was $822, price is now $349 per person
$349
per person
Feb 7 - Feb 14
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Denver (DEN) to San Diego (SAN)
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,508 reviews)
I loved how quiet the property was. I felt like I could really relax.

Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025

The Bristol Hotel San Diego

The Bristol Hotel San Diego

3.5 out of 5
Downtown San Diego
Price was $1,143, price is now $472 per person
$472
per person
Feb 7 - Feb 14
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Denver (DEN) to San Diego (SAN)
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,428 reviews)
The room is good and big

Reviewed on Nov 29, 2025

The Sofia Hotel

The Sofia Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Downtown San Diego
Price was $1,183, price is now $537 per person
$537
per person
Feb 7 - Feb 14
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Denver (DEN) to San Diego (SAN)
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,627 reviews)
I was expecting a historical room that we booked. We were upgraded to a renovated room in which my husband enjoyed.The hotel was very walkable no need to drive anywhere. Staff greeted you at each passing and were courteous and helpful

Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025

Popular places to visit

Close-up of Yosemite Sam statue on the hotel grounds.

Hotel del Coronado

Learn about the local history of Coronado when you spend time at Hotel del Coronado.

Hotel del Coronado
Coronado Beach which includes landscape views, a sandy beach and swimming

Coronado Beach

A slice of the Californian dream awaits at this idyllic stretch of sand, just a few miles from downtown.

Coronado Beach
Coronado Ferry Landing featuring general coastal views, a sandy beach and a sunset

Coronado Ferry Landing

View the city across the bay as you relax on your beach blanket. Sail, drive or take the bus to this popular spot and walk around the area, shop and dine.

Coronado Ferry Landing
Centennial Park which includes night scenes, a bay or harbor and a city

Centennial Park

Centennial Park is just one of the places to see in Coronado, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the waterfront or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

Centennial Park

Glorietta Bay Park Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Glorietta Bay Park Beach during your trip to Coronado?

Glorietta Bay Park Beach

Vietnam Unit Memorial Monument

You can learn about the history of Coronado when you stop by Vietnam Unit Memorial Monument. Take in the acclaimed theater scene and beautiful sunsets in this walkable area.

Vietnam Unit Memorial Monument

Best Lodging Options Near Gator Beach

Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
1500 Orange Ave Coronado CA
Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton
El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island

El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island

3.5 out of 5
1351 Orange Ave Coronado CA
El Cordova Hotel on Coronado Island
The Bower Coronado

The Bower Coronado

5 out of 5
1417 Orange Ave Coronado CA
The Bower Coronado
Glorietta Bay Inn Coronado Island

Glorietta Bay Inn Coronado Island

3.5 out of 5
1630 Glorietta Blvd Coronado CA
Glorietta Bay Inn Coronado Island
Shore House at The Del, LXR Hotels & Resorts

Shore House at The Del, LXR Hotels & Resorts

5 out of 5
1500 Orange Avenue Coronado CA
Shore House at The Del, LXR Hotels & Resorts
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

4 out of 5
1 Market Pl San Diego CA
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
Beach Village at The Del, LXR Hotels & Resorts

Beach Village at The Del, LXR Hotels & Resorts

5 out of 5
1500 Orange Avenue Coronado CA
Beach Village at The Del, LXR Hotels & Resorts
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

4 out of 5
207 5th Ave San Diego CA
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Coronado Beach Resort

Coronado Beach Resort

3 out of 5
1415 Orange Ave Coronado CA
Coronado Beach Resort
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