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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Highlights
Lots to do
Delicious breakfast
Superb views
Amenities
Golf course
Surfing
Spa
Massage room
Gym
Private parking
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
All amenities
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
Very Good
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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Guest Reviews

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King Suite with Scenic View
8

King Suite with Scenic View

1 King bed and 1 Sofa bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Microwave
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Casa Del Mar Building Marina View King Suite
8

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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Two Queen Suite with Scenic View
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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Casa Marina Two Queen Room with Water View
6

Casa Marina Two Queen Room with Water View

2 Queen bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Microwave
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Casa Del Mar Mini King Studio Suite
3

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

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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Mobility Accessible Mini King Studio Suite
3

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

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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Mobility Accessible Two Queen Room with Roll in Shower
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

Casa Del Mar King Room

1 King bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Microwave
Private toilet
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Mobility Accessible King Room
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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1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub, View, Non-Smoking
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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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave
6

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

1 King bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Toothbrushes
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Mobility Accessible Two Queen Studio Suite with View
6

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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Two Queen Room
7

Two Queen Room

2 Queen bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Toothbrushes
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Suite-1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub, Sofabed, Kitchen, Patio, Non-Smoking
4

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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Two Queen Suite with Marina View
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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Casa Del Mar Mini Two Queen Studio Suite
4

Casa Del Mar Mini Two Queen Studio Suite

2 Queen bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Microwave
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Two Queen Room with Marina View
5

Two Queen Room with Marina View

2 Queen bed
28m² | Floor: G
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Toothbrushes
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Casa Del Mar King Room with Water View
7

Casa Del Mar King Room with Water View

1 King bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Microwave
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King Room
9

King Room

1 King bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Toothbrushes
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King Room with Marina View
7

King Room with Marina View

1 King bed
25m² | Floor: G
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Toothbrushes
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Casa Marina King Room with Water View
7

Casa Marina King Room with Water View

1 King bed and 1 Sofa bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Shower
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King Suite with Marina View
10

King Suite with Marina View

1 King bed and 1 Sofa bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Toothbrushes
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Casa Del Mar Two Queen Studio Suite with Water View
6

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
119 reviews
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  • Cleanliness8.4
  • Amenities8.2
  • Location8.9
  • Service8.6
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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.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
July 11, 2025
很好的地段,是一個休閑度假旅遊島,前後有幾百艘遊艇,風景極好,散步跑步都很方便。但房間有點舊,有點黴味,需要通風一段時間,幸好前後有門窗,通風順暢。
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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
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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a‍m‍a‍z‍i‍n‍g‍ ‍m‍y‍ ‍l‍i‍f‍e
February 7, 2024
The room had a view of the coastal parking lot, was clean, and was a hotel not far from downtown San Diego.
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G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
December 25, 2023
The room is on the seaside. The scenery is very beautiful. The lobby is grand. I sat on the seaside with a yacht for breakfast and was basking in the warm sunshine. It was very comfortable. However, the air conditioning and heating were very loud and noisy. The overall experience was satisfactory👍
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Services & Amenities

Gym
Conference room
Multi-function room
More Amenities
Internet
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking, and Charge, US$25.00 (approx. PHP 1,461.06) Daily. Reservation not needed.
Transportation
Business Services
Front Desk Services
Languages Spoken
Public Areas
Health & Wellness
Activities
Cleaning Services
Facilities for Children
Accessibility
Safety & Security

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.

Cribs 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
AgeFee
Adult
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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
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 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 are the check-in and check-out times at Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina?

Standard check-in time at Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina is 16:00 and check-out time is 11:00.

Does Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina provide breakfast?

Yes, Breakfast is offered at Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina. Breakfast option(s): American, Continental.

Can I bring my pet inside the Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina?

As much as we love pets, unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate them in Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina.

How far is the Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina from the closest airport?

The closest airport is San Diego International Airport, and it is about 9 mins from hotel by car (5.1 km).

About This Property

Nearest AirportSan Diego Montgomery Field
Distance to Airport19.92KM
Nearest Train StationNorth County Transit
Distance to Train Station6.71KM
Nearest Subway StationOld Town Transit Center
Distance to Subway Station6.51KM
Average Price FromPHP14997
Hotel Star Rating3