Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

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Shelter Island is located near Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina, which provides a marina, dry cleaning/laundry services and a gym. For some rest and relaxation, visit the 2 hot tubs. The on-site Californian cuisine restaurant, Blue Wave Bar & Grill, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and al fresco dining. In addition to a 24-hour business centre and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

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The current price is £131
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct

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1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub, View, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Roll In Shower, Non-Smoking

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  • 1 King Bed

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Casa Del Mar Building, Water View

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

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  • 1 bedroom
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator, Marina View

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  • Marina view
  • 1 bedroom
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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Marina View (with Sofabed)

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  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

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  • 275 sq ft
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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

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  • 275 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Kitchen (with Sofabed, Full Kitchen)

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub

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  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Living Room, Sofabed, Full Kitchen)

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  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Living Room, Sofabed, Full Kitchen)

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Marina View (Living Room, Sofabed, Full Kitchen)

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  • Marina view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, Marina View (Living Room, Sofabed, Full Kitchen)

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  • Marina view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator, Marina View

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Excellent
(63 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

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Exceptional
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (View)

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (with Sofabed)

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

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Standard Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

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Wonderful
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  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Located in Point Loma, a neighbourhood in San Diego, Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina is near the airport and on the waterfront. Port of San Diego and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Seaport Village and Fashion Valley Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Pechanga Arena or Petco Park. Waterskiing, surfing/body boarding and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our San Diego travel guide
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2051 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA, 92106

What's nearby

  • A coastal walkway with a large tree in the foreground, a body of water, a ship, and a cityscape in the background.
    Shelter Island
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A riverboat with an American flag, passengers, and a city skyline in the background.
    San Diego Bay
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A tall palm tree with a clear blue sky in the background.
    San Diego Yacht Club
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Humphreys Concerts by the Bay
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Humphreys Backstage Live
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • County Center - Little Italy Station
    9 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center
    16 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    15 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ketch Grill & Taps
    14 min walk
  • Bali Hai Restaurant
    11 min walk
  • Mitch's Seafood
    19 min walk
  • Point Loma Seafoods
    17 min walk
  • McDonald's
    4 min drive

About this property

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

  • Hotel near Shelter Island
  • You can look forward to a marina, dry cleaning/laundry services and a gym at Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site Californian cuisine restaurant, Blue Wave Bar & Grill, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and al fresco dining. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a 24-hour business centre and 2 hot tubs.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • 2 outdoor pools, along with sunloungers
    • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), 2 outdoor tennis courts and self-parking (surcharge)
    • Express check-out, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk
    • 6 meeting rooms, luggage storage and tour/ticket information
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the dining options, pool and helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 227 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
  • Other amenities include:
    • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
    • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and hairdryers
    • 42-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
    • Fridges, microwaves and free infant beds

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (USD 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 14 to 34 for adults and USD 10 to 15 for children
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Blue Wave Bar & Grill

Things to do

  • 2 hot tubs
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Gym

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 6 meeting rooms
  • 6,500 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Marina
  • On the bay
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 12 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Locally sourced food prioritised
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.

Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 14 to 34 for adults and USD 10 to 15 for children
  • Self-parking fee: USD 25 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina?

As of 19 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina on 5 Oct 2026 start from £131, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina?

Self-parking is available for USD 25 per night.

What time is check-in at Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina located?

Located in Point Loma, this hotel is steps away from Shelter Island and San Diego Bay. Marine Corps Recruit Depot is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

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Reviews

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1062 out of 1620 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 333 out of 1620 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 133 out of 1620 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1620 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 1620 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Clean hotel in a great location! Excellent restaurant as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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great place and the property is in a wonderful location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room and the staff was great! Great view from my room and the pool was nice and relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location & well maintained. Restaurant is a hidden gem.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Perfect place for fishing, walking, running, good amenities and rooms are super big. Also the hotel is central around the most w visited places in San Diego.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The shower was really nice , actually the whole bathroom was really nice. We really liked the bed. Also it was very comfortable. The whole room was very clean and everything worked perfect perfectly. A very nice place to stay.!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was great, very friendly staff, easy parking lot
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Hotel was amazing. The room was fantastic and very convenient. Location was incredible. Cannot wait to visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Enjoyed the restaurant right on the property and the ability to watch the amazing fireworks
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful view of the marina. GREAT burger at the restaurant. Monday Special was awesome !
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I have to say, I have not frequented best western too often how ever I will be making reservations here once a year, I love the location, the place was so chill, my kids had a great time and no stuck up employees! We will be back next year- oh I loved the kitchen it was handy with my infant twins and toddler
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay for a family, great place to stay for a work trip, great place to stay with a couples trip to get away for a couple days. Staff is amazing, security and parking is great, restaurant is fresh and delicious, pools and hot tubs are great for kids and adults after dark. Nice views everywhere, nice walking path too, great local spots within walking distance or a short drive and most places nearby have ample parking too.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Staff were awsome and the blue wave restaurant was great
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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I enjoyed the quiet and the view of the marina.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room staff very helpful and friendly Enjoyed pool and bar was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel is very pretty, the marina is across the hotel. The area is very nice,clean and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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A wonderful location and stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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Beautiful views, helpful staff, nice pools, but, while the bed had lovely linens, it sloped considerably to one side. Also, the carpet needed a good cleaning to the point that walking from the shower to the bed turned the bottom of my feet dirty. Oops. The daily parking fee seems to be negotiable which is good because quite often there wasn’t parking available.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great location. Comfortable rooms and great views.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect location for all beaches, downtown, and Coronado island. Close to restaurants. Great to wake up to the water views. We were on the bay side but it was beautiful to see the navy ships go by and the downtown city lights. Would stay here again Pools and hot tubs were open late and the fire place outside was charming
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We got a small suite so we had access to a proper sink and microwave due to traveling with small kids. Check-in was easy and pleasant. The room was a little musty, but really just smelled like most rooms that are that close to the water. Great location. Great price point for being so close to downtown, without the hassle of being downtown. We paid for parking, but there is plenty across the street. We enjoyed the space and views. My son enjoyed having access to two pools. The restaurant in the hotel is really good. We ate there the first night after a long day of travel and it was excellent. Highly recommend. Overall we highly recommend staying here, and we will definitely stay again next time we visit San Diego.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great staff highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Love the location next to Marina place and walkable roads for walking down the marina and many restaurants. food at the restaurant is great. Only we had 4 nights but wanted to extended to one more night and hotel was booked and I was amazed such a big hotel and couldn't accommodate our needs to stay one more night at the same room. other than that I like the place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Close to airport… nice location for morning walks! Nice pool & restaurant!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Both pools were clean and service was fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026