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Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina – San Diego, CA
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina – San Diego, CA
Check in 4:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM

About Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

Set on Shelter Island along San Diego Bay, this hotel offers a private marina, stunning views of the bay and an on-site restaurant. San Diego International Airport is a 13 minute drive away from the property. Rooms at Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina include a refrigerator, a coffee machine and ironing facilities. The Blue Wave Bar & Grill serves fresh seafood, delicious steaks and more. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, the Blue Wave boasts outdoor dining as well as stunning views of the San Diego Bay and the hotel's marina. Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina features 2 bay-side pools as well as a fitness centre. After a day exploring scenic Shelter Island, guests can relax in the outdoor hot tub or beside the outdoor fireplace. San Diego's vibrant Gaslamp Quarter is 5 miles away from this hotel. Ocean Beach is a 15 minute drive away.

Amenities

  • On-site parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • Fitness center
  • On-site dining
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Breakfast available
  • Business center
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Concierge
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Full kitchen / kitchenette
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room microwave
  • Pool
  • Spa / sauna
  • Family friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transit access
  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning

Reviews

4.3 / 5
Excellent 2183 reviews
  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    A vintage funky beach hotel with lots of room for our extended family to relax together!

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    The property was clean. The view of the marina in the pool was great. I would definitely stay here again.. I don’t like the return of your deposit takes longer than it should.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Older hotel with comfy bed and good shower but it’s a bit away from everything They initially gave us a room that had been flooded, it was very damp and smelly. When we went back to advise they charged room to a much nicer one and and removed the parking fee of $25 which was nice as They did not advise me that they were charging me the charging fee.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    This is the third or fourth time we have stayed here and we have always loved our stay. Rooms were clean and property is well maintained

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Rude front desk staff needs to be fired this place sucks !

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Very good

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    I only stayed for one night and did not use any of the amenities.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    cute comfy property, cared for but aging. helpful staff. fun menu but the worst well rum ever

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Great staff. Nice pool.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Very sweet and easy location. Spa and pool were nice too. Very Beautiful view of the harbor and city lights. Will stay again. Thank you

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Good location. Friendly staff. Restaurant has great food. Dog owners from the marina allow their dogs to defecate right in front of guest rooms. The grass area is only a few feet in front of your room. Imagine sitting on your nice patio with a cup of coffee while a dog takes a dump right in front of you. Hotel needs to fix this.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    My room was very clean and fully ready for my stay. Plenty of space, I didn’t need the extra bathroom, but with a family staying, it would have been helpful. I loved the balcony and used it often. Pool was nice and warm. My room was close to the pool, so a little loud during the day and till about 11pm. Food was good at the restaurant

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Every one was nice, restaurant great and convenient. Coffee early in lobby

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    House keeper Chris was very nice and eager to help out with room cleaning Front desk girl at check in was very rude and non helping(didn't get name) only interested in upselling the rooms- not just me but I was observing her and tried 2 other couples. Offered one couple a suite for $20 then said not available and said they could upgrade to next size for $30..

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Pleasant

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Great location - just kind of average. I was upgraded at check in but my room felt like it was not really well maintained. There was a Hair on one of the towels - the balcony door was unlocked, closet doors open, it just felt like it was a rushed job with not a lot of attention to details.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Loved the staff, restaurant and the food!! The beds could be better. Not very comfortable.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Love to stay here after coming off our multi day fishing trips. Staff always does there best to get us in early if we need too. We also get to use the pool and jacuzzi ect while we wait for our room. Rooms and amenities are always clean.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Beautiful view of the marina. GREAT burger at the restaurant. Monday Special was awesome !

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    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.

Frequently asked questions about Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

Does Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina offer parking?
Yes, paid self-parking is available on-site at Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina.
Does Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina features meeting spaces and dedicated conference rooms, suitable for corporate meetings and group gatherings. Banquet and reception facilities are also available.
Does Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina have a fitness center?
Yes, Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina features an on-site fitness center for guests. Additional wellness amenities include spa, pool.
Where is Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina located, and how walkable is the area?
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina is located at 2051 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92106. With a Walk Score of 33, the area is rated Car-Dependent. A car or rideshare is recommended for most trips in this area.

What's nearby

Map of points of interest near Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina
  • San Diego International Airport 2.0 mi
  • San Diego Airport 2.5 mi
  • USS Midway 3.0 mi
  • 1996 CONCACAF Gold Cup 3.8 mi
  • San Diego Comic-Con International 3.9 mi
  • San Diego Convention Center 3.9 mi
  • Petco Park 4.1 mi

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