Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina
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Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina
2051 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, California 92106, United States
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Amenities
Golf Course
Surfing
Spa
Massage Room
Fitness Room
Private parking
24-Hour Front Desk
Luggage Storage
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Property Description
With a waterfront location close to Ocean Beach, SeaWorld®, and the San Diego Zoo®, the Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel Marina is a hotel in San Diego, CA’s idyllic Shelter Island neighborhood, earning TripAdvisor® Top 25 accolades thanks in part to our incredible views and resort amenities.
Our rooms overlook our private marina, San Diego Bay, or the downtown skyline, and each comes with free high-speed Internet, refrigerator, and microwave, because whether you’re here for a romantic bayside getaway or rooting for the Padres at Petco Park having the comforts of home matters when you’re on the road. And speaking of comfort, our pillow top mattresses and upgraded pillows guarantee you a good night’s sleep.
We take full advantage of our waterfront location, and so can you. Host an event for up to 200 in our unique waterfront meeting venue, overlooking Point Loma and our private yacht marina. Enjoy fresh seafood in a casual environment at the Blue Wave Bar Grill. You can even dine alongside one of two swimming pools. While you’re here, enjoy a friendly match of tennis, take a walk on the trails along the water, and work up a sweat in a fully loaded fitness center with universal machines, elliptical, and stair climber.
The most unique amenity at the Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel Marina is the marina itself, which welcomes sailboats, super yachts, and cruisers as the closest yacht basin to the open ocean. The boat slips range from 20 to 200 feet and boast full hookups for water, electric, phone and cable. You can even order room service straight to the dock!
Reserve your room at this unique waterfront San Diego/Shelter Island hotel today.
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8.5/10
Great experience 👍
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Surroundings
Metro: Old Town Transit Center
(6.5 km)
Metro: Middletown
(7.7 km)
Airport: San Diego International Airport
(5.1 km)
Airport: San Diego Montgomery Field
(19.9 km)
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Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies

6
King Suite with Scenic View
1 King bed and 1 Sofa bed
Has window
Non-smoking
TV
Curtains
Cable channels
Hot water (24 hours)
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9
Casa Del Mar Building Marina View King Suite
1 King bed and 1 Sofa bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Microwave
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6
Two Queen Suite with Scenic View
2 Queen bed and 1 Sofa bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Microwave
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7
Casa Marina Two Queen Room with Water View
2 Queen bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Microwave
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4
Casa Del Mar Mini King Studio Suite
1 King bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Microwave
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Casa Del Mar Two Queen Room With Water View
2 Queen bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Curtains
Hot water (24 hours)
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4
Mobility Accessible Mini King Studio Suite
1 King bed and 1 Sofa bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Microwave
Private entrance
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Casa Del Mar Mini Two Queen Studio Suite With Water View
2 Queen bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Curtains
Hot water (24 hours)
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7
Mobility Accessible Two Queen Room with Roll in Shower
2 Queen bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Microwave
Private entrance
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Casa Del Mar King Room
1 King bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Microwave
Private toilet
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5
Mobility Accessible King Room
1 King bed
25m² | Floor: G
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Microwave
Private entrance
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4
1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub, View, Non-Smoking
1 King bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Microwave
Private entrance
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6
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave
1 King bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Microwave
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7
Mobility Accessible Two Queen Studio Suite with View
2 Queen bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Microwave
Private entrance
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7
Two Queen Room
2 Queen bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Microwave
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5
Suite-1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub, Sofabed, Kitchen, Patio, Non-Smoking
1 King bed and 1 Sofa bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Microwave
Private entrance
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5
Casa Del Mar Mini Two Queen Studio Suite
2 Queen bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Microwave
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8
Two Queen Suite with Marina View
2 Queen bed and 1 Sofa bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Microwave
Private entrance
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8
Casa Del Mar King Room with Water View
1 King bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Microwave
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6
Two Queen Room with Marina View
2 Queen bed
28m² | Floor: G
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Microwave
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3
Standard Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave
1 King bed
Non-smoking
Curtains
Hot water (24 hours)
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7
King Room with Marina View
1 King bed
25m² | Floor: G
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Microwave
Check Availability

9
King Room
1 King bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Microwave
Check Availability

9
Casa Marina King Room with Water View
1 King bed and 1 Sofa bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Shower
Check Availability

10
King Suite with Marina View
1 King bed and 1 Sofa bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Microwave
Check Availability

7
Casa Del Mar Two Queen Studio Suite with Water View
2 Queen bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Microwave
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Guest Reviews
8.5/10
Very Good
118 reviews

- Cleanliness8.4
- Amenities8.2
- Location8.9
- Service8.6
Average for similar properties in San Diego

AI Summary
The location is convenient, close to the airport, old town, and scenic sites. Guests appreciate the comfortable beds, spacious rooms, and pleasant views, enhancing their stay. Nearby restaurants add to the convenience.

Kanneganti Abhiram
April 26, 2025
It is a 3 star hotel and that’s what you get. The room is adequate but it’s quite bare for what you are paying. Body wash had run out, there was no toothbrush or slippers, lights were quite dim, the fan didn’t work. The room shows its age. Nevertheless, it is in a very scenic location. You’ll need to rent a car to take full advantage

Guest User
June 13, 2023
It was a great experience for staying in Best Western Plus at Shelter Island. The location is lose to the airport, the old town and lots of scenic sites. Strong recommend.

Guest User
October 31, 2022
Loved it. First time at this hotel & hopefully will return soon. Location was perfect for Humphrey's Concerts.

Erik
June 4, 2023
Ok long lines close to early

YNH286
March 10, 2025
The hotel is very big, and it takes some walking distance from the lobby to where you stay. The facilities are generally old, but it is still quiet.
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Guest User
February 6, 2025
The shower water is cold. There is no service. The kettle is not provided. Parking is charged. When I renewed my reservation for one day, I was not told that I needed to check in again. I was told that I needed to check in again when I couldn't get into the room. Very bad experience
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Guest User
April 21, 2024
I went to San Diego on a business trip and found a small hotel like a motel. A very bad experience was that the parking lot was right in front of the room... There were noises as I walked by, and the hotel check-in was slow. Although the room is old, it is clean. What I don't understand is that there is no mineral water in the room. You have to buy it separately. You have to go to the front desk to buy it because of the room service.
The harbor outside the hotel and the yacht dock behind it are plus points. The scenery is beautiful and it is safe to live here.
The room rate does not include breakfast. It is recommended that you have breakfast, lunch and dinner at the hotel restaurant. The food is really good! delicious! !
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ericlm1229
April 20, 2024
The hotel is located on a peninsula next to Shelter Island Marina, a yacht pier. It has charming scenery and elegant environment. You can enjoy the sunset at the door of the sea view room, and you can see the aircraft carriers of the naval base from the sea in front of the lobby. There are good seafood restaurants in the town and the hotel restaurant is also very good.
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Services & Amenities
Most popular business facilities
Golf Course
Off-site
Surfing
Off-site
Spa
Massage Room
Fitness Room
Private parking
Additional charge
24-Hour Front Desk
Luggage Storage
Tennis Court
Bicycle Rentals
Meeting Room
Business Center
Multi-Function Room
Wake-Up Call
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Free

Fitness Room

Meeting Room

Multi-Function Room
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Free
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking, and Charge, US$25.00 (approx. €21.48) Daily. Reservation not needed.
Private parking
Additional charge
Transportation
Bicycle Rentals
Business Services
Multi-Function Room
Meeting Room
Fax/Copying Service
Business Center
Wedding Service
Front Desk Services
24-Hour Front Desk
Express Check-In and Check-Out
Concierge Service
Front Desk Safe
Luggage Storage
Wake-Up Call
Languages Spoken
English
Public Areas
Picnic Area
No Smoking in Public Areas
ATM
Elevator
Health & Wellness
Massage Room
Spa
Surfing
Off-site
Tennis Court
Golf Course
Off-site
Fitness Room
Activities
Fishing
Off-site
Cleaning Services
Clothes Dryer
Dry Cleaning
Laundry Service (On-Site)
Ironing Service
Facilities for Children
Children's Meals Available
Accessibility
Assistive Listening Devices
Braille Signage
Pool Ramp Available
Safety & Security
First-Aid Kit
CCTV In Public Areas
Security Personnel
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: after 16:00
Check-out: Before 11:00
Front desk hours: 24/7
If you plan to arrive after 01:30 in the morning on the day following your check-in date, contact the property in advance
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cots and Extra Beds
Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
Breakfast
TypeAmerican, Continental
StyleA la carte
Opening hours[Mon - Sun] 06:30-10:00 Open
Age | Fee |
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Adult | Contact property |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Service animals
Service animals are allowed
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
Paying at the hotel
- Cash
Property Description
- Opened: 1974
- Renovated: 2011
- Number of Rooms: 227
Phone:+1-619-2220561
Email:dcozart@islandpalms.com
With a waterfront location close to Ocean Beach, SeaWorld®, and the San Diego Zoo®, the Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel Marina is a hotel in San Diego, CA’s idyllic Shelter Island neighborhood, earning TripAdvisor® Top 25 accolades thanks in part to our incredible views and resort amenities.
Our rooms overlook our private marina, San Diego Bay, or the downtown skyline, and each comes with free high-speed Internet, refrigerator, and microwave, because whether you’re here for a romantic bayside getaway or rooting for the Padres at Petco Park having the comforts of home matters when you’re on the road. And speaking of comfort, our pillow top mattresses and upgraded pillows guarantee you a good night’s sleep.
We take full advantage of our waterfront location, and so can you. Host an event for up to 200 in our unique waterfront meeting venue, overlooking Point Loma and our private yacht marina. Enjoy fresh seafood in a casual environment at the Blue Wave Bar Grill. You can even dine alongside one of two swimming pools. While you’re here, enjoy a friendly match of tennis, take a walk on the trails along the water, and work up a sweat in a fully loaded fitness center with universal machines, elliptical, and stair climber.
The most unique amenity at the Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel Marina is the marina itself, which welcomes sailboats, super yachts, and cruisers as the closest yacht basin to the open ocean. The boat slips range from 20 to 200 feet and boast full hookups for water, electric, phone and cable. You can even order room service straight to the dock!
Reserve your room at this unique waterfront San Diego/Shelter Island hotel today.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the check-in and check-out times at Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina?
The check-in time at Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina is 16:00 and the check-out time is 11:00.What are the check-in and check-out times at Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina?
Are pets allowed at Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina?
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed at Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina.Are pets allowed at Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina?
Does Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina provide breakfast?
Yes, guests at Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina can enjoy breakfast during their stay. Breakfast option(s): American, Continental. Does Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina provide breakfast?
How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina?
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Which airport is closest to Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina?
San Diego International Airport is the closest airport to Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina, and it is about 9 mins from hotel by car (5.1 km).Which airport is closest to Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina?
What is the cancellation policy for Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina?
The cancellation policy for Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina varies depending on the type of room and booking conditions.What is the cancellation policy for Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina?
About This Property
Nearest Airport | San Diego International Airport |
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Distance to Airport | 5.65KM |
Nearest Train Station | North County Transit |
Distance to Train Station | 6.72KM |
Nearest Metro Station | Old Town Transit Center |
Distance to Metro Station | 6.51KM |
Average Price From | EUR216 |
Hotel Star Rating | 3 |