El Coronado Resort is a beachfront hotel in Wildwood Crest, New Jersey. This full-service property offers accommodations from king rooms to multi-bedroom suites, many featuring private balconies and ocean views. The resort provides an outdoor swimming pool, a children's pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. Guests can also enjoy an on-site restaurant and an outdoor patio. El Coronado Resort is located near local dining and attractions, with Morey's Piers just a few miles away.
Should you book El Coronado Resort?
A beachfront stay with ocean views and on-site amenities like a pool and hot tub.
Best for
- Beachfront access
- Family suites
- Poolside relaxation
Maybe not ideal for
- Limited on-site dining options
- Dry town location
Beachfront location
Step directly onto the beach from this property. Rooms offer private balconies with ocean views, and there is a sun deck for guests to enjoy.
Pools and hot tub
The resort features an outdoor swimming pool and a separate children's pool, alongside a hot tub for relaxation. A heated pool maintains a temperature of 80-85°F.
Room variety
Accommodations range from standard king rooms to spacious multi-bedroom suites, many equipped with kitchenettes or full kitchens and private balconies.
On-site dining
An on-site restaurant serves breakfast for group tour packages. The Crest Tavern is the only establishment selling alcohol in Wildwood Crest.
Rooms & rates
King Room with Balcony
28.0 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 king bed and 1 sofa bed
Balcony · Sea view · Pool with a view · Air conditioning · Private bathroom · Flat-screen TV
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Ocean View
29.0 m² · sleeps 2 · 2 queen beds
Private kitchenette · Private bathroom · Balcony · Sea view · Pool with a view · Air conditioning
One-Bedroom Suite
43.0 m² · sleeps 2 · Bedroom 1: 2 queen beds Living room: 1 sofa bed
Private suite · Private kitchenette · Private bathroom · Balcony · Sea view · Pool with a view
Junior Suite with Balcony
43.0 m² · sleeps 2 · Bedroom 1: 2 queen beds Living room: 1 sofa bed
Private suite · Private kitchenette · Private bathroom · Balcony · Sea view · Pool view
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
29.0 m² · sleeps 2 · 2 queen beds
Balcony · View · Air conditioning · Private bathroom · Barbecue · Free Wifi
Two-Bedroom Suite
61.0 m² · sleeps 2 · Bedroom 1: 1 king bed Bedroom 2: 1 full bed and 1 queen bed Living room: 1 sofa bed
Private suite · Private kitchenette · Private bathroom · Balcony · Sea view · Pool with a view
Deluxe Suite
56.0 m² · sleeps 2 · Bedroom 1: 2 queen beds Living room: 1 sofa bed
Private suite · Private kitchenette · Private bathroom · Balcony · Sea view · Pool with a view
Family Suite
92.0 m² · sleeps 2 · Bedroom 1: 1 king bed Bedroom 2: 2 full beds Living room: 1 sofa bed
Private suite · Private kitchen · Private bathroom · Balcony · Sea view · Pool view
What you'll enjoy
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Amenities & facilities
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Beachfront
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Family rooms
Great for your stay
- Restaurant
- Parking
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- BBQ facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Outdoor swimming pool
Outdoors
- Beachfront
- Sun deck
- BBQ facilities
Activities
- Beach
- Golf course (within 2 miles) Additional charge
Food & Drink
- Restaurant
Front Desk Services
- ATM on site
- 24-hour front desk
Location
8501 Atlantic Avenue, Wildwood Crest, NJ 08260, United States, Wildwood Crest, New Jersey
El Coronado Resort is located in Wildwood Crest, New Jersey.
5 sights nearby; the nearest beach, Five Mile Beach, is 0.6 mi away.
Things to do nearby
- Diamond Beach Parkpark0.5 mi
- Bayview Memorial Parkpark0.5 mi
- Five Mile Beachbeach0.6 mi
- Spashpadwater park0.7 mi
- Two Mile Beachbeach1.3 mi
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
What guests say
8.2 / 10 · Very good on Booking.com, from 583 guest reviews
El Coronado Resort earns consistent praise for its unbeatable beach access, pleasant pool area, and clean, spacious rooms that suit a relaxed coastal getaway. However, recurring frustrations around slow or broken elevators, tight parking, an aging property, and rigid check-in/check-out policies temper the overall experience. Most guests leave satisfied and willing to return, but those expecting modern facilities or flexible service may be disappointed.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 8 · average 9
They wrote about: room, location, cleanliness
Reviews scoring 7–9: 22 · average 7.7
They wrote about: facilities, room, location
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Good to know
House rules
- Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
- Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 25
- Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Frequently asked questions
What are the closest attractions to El Coronado Resort?
Morey's Piers & Beachfront Waterparks is about 3 miles away, and Surfside Pier amusements are approximately 4 miles away. Several parks and beaches are within a mile of the property.
What types of rooms are available?
The resort offers a range of rooms including King Rooms, Queen Rooms with two beds, One-Bedroom Suites, Junior Suites, Deluxe Suites, Family Suites, and a Budget Single Room.
Does El Coronado Resort serve breakfast?
Yes, the on-site restaurant, Oceana, offers breakfast, particularly for group tour packages. Guests generally rate breakfast as very good.
Is parking available at the resort?
Yes, free parking is available for guests. Handicap parking is also provided.
Are there family-friendly facilities?
The resort offers family rooms and a children's pool. A game room is also available for guest use.
Can I get alcohol at the hotel?
Wildwood Crest is a dry town, meaning alcohol cannot be purchased or consumed publicly. The Crest Tavern is noted as the only place selling alcohol in the immediate area.
Is there Wi-Fi at the hotel?
Yes, free Wifi is available for guests throughout the property.