Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Coronado, CA

Airbnb listings are allowed in Coronado, CA, but with restrictions. Transient rentals are prohibited in all Residential Zones, except for units within R-4 Zone motels or lodging houses in the 'P' Overlay Zone. Time-share uses and the advertising of such uses are strictly prohibited in all zones citywide. These rules apply to all short-term rental platforms (Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, etc.) — not just Airbnb specifically. See the official source linked on this page for full requirements. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Transient rentals are prohibited in all Residential Zones, except for units within R-4 Zone motels or lodging houses in the 'P' Overlay Zone. Time-share uses and the advertising of such uses are strictly prohibited in all zones citywide.

No permit is currently required to operate a short-term rental in Coronado.

Vrbo is permitted in Coronado, CA under the same restrictions that apply to Airbnb — local rules govern the rental itself, not the specific platform. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rental hosts in Coronado are typically responsible for lodging, occupancy, and applicable sales taxes — these usually apply even where hosting is allowed without a permit. Rates and remittance rules vary by jurisdiction (state, county, and city can each levy a share); confirm the current rates with the official source linked on this page. Platforms such as Airbnb and Vrbo collect some taxes automatically, but the host remains liable for any not collected on their behalf.

We are not currently tracking any recent short-term rental ordinance changes for Coronado. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.