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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 2187 reviews
  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Stay was amazing, the suite was perfect!!! Very nice and quiet place! Great to rest and enjoy the area around! Staff was very helpful!

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Staff were awsome and the blue wave restaurant was great

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The low shower head and lack of water pressure were the only negatives

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    We stay here all the time and absolutely love everything about this property.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The rooms were a little smaller than expected and could be updated a little. Other than that, it was clean and comfortable

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Clean room amazing view of the harbor and yachts. Perfect spot to wake up to and walk to get coffee or fresh air. Staff was amazing and highly recommend

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Parking lot full when we arrived. Smooshed in like sardines. Too busy. Room was tired, worn—needed a refresh.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    This is a great place to stay. Love the grounds. Marina view rooms are along a walkway with great views of the boat activities and birds. Several hotels with awesome happy hours and restaurants that look at the marina. Fabulous rooms. Great decor and high quality bedding.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    First stay here but was recommended by a family member. Great room which was the mini suite that was spacious and met our needs. We were in town for a family event do for but have time to use pool or jacuzzi but did get the Thursday Mai Tai special. Great view from hotel of San Diego and the bay.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Nice pool and good, hot, hot tub! Great views of water and Marina. Easy parking. Very good tapas at restaurant overlooking the marina.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Clean room nice stuff and delicious breakfast

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    This was a great hotel with excellent staff. The views were amazing. Both pool areas were fantastic. The staff was excellent. And it was clean!!! Cleaning service every day!! The restaurant bar was great.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Liked the vibe of an older property. Can’t beat Shelter Island location.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Good

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Walk around the property along side the ocean on both side, it's pretty unique place to enjoy morning walks.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Everything and have stayed here many times.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    AMAZING! STAFF WAS GREAT! BEAUTIFUL POOL

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Very clean room and quiet!

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Big room

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    It was clean, but ac was falling off the wall. The bathroom didn't have fan.

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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