By Shelter Island, Sea Harbor Hotel offers a relaxing retreat with a marina and snack bar/deli. Unwind by the outdoor pool or stay connected with in-room WiFi. Helpful multilingual staff, concierge services, and luggage storage make your stay seamless.
Humphreys Concerts by the Bay - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Spanish Landing Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Getting around
San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 9 min drive
San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 20 min drive
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 31 min drive
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 48 min drive
Tijuana, Baja California Norte (TIJ-General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl.) - 50 min drive
Old Town Transit Center - 11 min drive
San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 17 min drive
San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 17 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks - 15 min walk
Bali Hai Restaurant - 15 min walk
7-Eleven - 12 min walk
McDonald's - 8 min walk
Ralph's Fuel Center - 9 min walk
About this property
Sea Harbor Hotel
Sea Harbor Hotel features a marina and puts you within a 10-minute walk of San Diego Bay. Other highlights include an outdoor pool and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travellers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
40 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Check-out time is noon
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children
Children (16 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
No cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Uncovered on-site self-parking (USD 9 per night)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Coffee/tea in a common area
Snack bar/deli
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
What to do
Beach nearby
Sailing nearby
Whale watching nearby
Fishing nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1965
Safe-deposit box at front desk
An outdoor pool
Marina
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top mattress
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Fridge
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Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Access via exterior corridors
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 20 (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per night
Parking
Uncovered self-parking costs USD 9 per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Property Registration Number 200507510060
Also known as
Vagabond Inn Marina
Vagabond Inn Marina Hotel
Vagabond Inn Marina Hotel San Diego Airport
Vagabond Inn San Diego Airport
Vagabond Inn San Diego Airport Marina
Vagabond Inn San Diego Airport Marina Hotel
Sea Harbor Hotel Hotel
Sea Harbor Hotel San Diego
Sea Harbor Hotel Hotel San Diego
Vagabond Inn San Diego Airport Marina
Frequently asked questions
Does Sea Harbor Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sea Harbor Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Sea Harbor Hotel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Sea Harbor Hotel?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Sea Harbor Hotel?
Yes. Self-parking costs USD 9 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sea Harbor Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge of USD 20 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.
What is there to do at Sea Harbor Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as boat tours and fishing. Sea Harbor Hotel also has an outdoor pool.
What's the area around Sea Harbor Hotel like?
Sea Harbor Hotel is in Point Loma, a short 9-minute drive from San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) and 7 minutes' walk from San Diego Bay. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.
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Reviews
Sea Harbor Hotel Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.8
Cleanliness
8.0
Amenities
9.0
Staff & service
8.2
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
The pool area was great, clean, and enjoyable to sit beside, with many guests appreciating its proximity to the marina and waterfront. (18 reviews)
Pet-friendly accommodations were a major plus point for guests, with many praising the property's welcoming policy. (8 reviews)
The property is conveniently located near the airport with easy access. (5 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Popular mentions
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Reviews
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8/10 Very good
17 Apr 2026
Great location for the price of the stay. Wifi was unsecured so never connected to it but other then that, had a very good stay.
Oscar S
Oscar S, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
25 Mar 2026
Great location
Debbie
Debbie, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
7 Apr 2026
Staff is friendly and helpful. Location is wonderful. Hotel is very clean.
Greg
Greg, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
15 Apr 2026
Friendly staff, recently remodeled room and great location for activities at marina and Shelter Island. Great restaurants in walking distance.
Bed was SUPER soft. Not my personal preference but clean room and cold air conditioning made it easy to sleep.
Deborah
Deborah, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
13 Apr 2026
Clean and modern room.
MAURO
MAURO, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
19 Jan 2026
Super clean rooms and a great location
Mark
Mark, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
9 Mar 2026
Great location. Staff was amazing. Room was basic but worked well for me.
Andrew
Andrew, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
22 Apr 2026
Location is excellent! Parking onsite for a small fee. Room was neat and clean. Water slow to drain in the sink but ok. Staff was very helpful. Pool area is well maintained. A little noisy at night as it is right off the bay and there is always a lot of activity but we didn’t mind.
Christine
Christine, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
25 Feb 2026
I absolutely love this hotel, it’s so simple and so cute. The staff is amazing. Beds are extremely comfy and it’s close to everything.
Nuvia
Nuvia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
31 Jan 2026
Very clean, friendly staff, great location, quiet, reasonable parking fee
linda
linda, 6-night trip
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8/10 Very good
11 Jan 2026
Clean rooms, nice stay for the money.
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
3 Feb 2026
Clean, well maintained room; the staff was very helpful and accommodating; snacks and drinks in the room if you're too tired to go out; location is great!
Candice
Candice, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
5 Feb 2026
Location near water and pier plus patio.
Mary
Mary, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
25 Jan 2026
Amazing friendly staff
Nuvia
Nuvia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
22 Jan 2026
Nice staying. Comfortable and clean room, convenient location
Daryna
Daryna, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
24 Jan 2026
Great location, room was very clean. Location is on the noisy side but tolerable.
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
26 Feb 2026
It was a fine place for the cost. I slept well on the good mattress even though its' lod near the street.
D S
D S, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
23 Jan 2026
Room was clean, bed was comfortable, staff was nice, and the place was quiet. This is no Hilton but the wife and I liked it and would stay again when we are in San Diego.
John
John, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
1 Feb 2026
Is an older hotel but clean and comfortable. Staff were great. Big advantage was the parking and location.
RITA
RITA, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
28 Dec 2025
Good place to stay for convenient restaurants and bars. Right by the Marina for boat excursions and fishing. Reasonable room rates.
Christopher
Christopher, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
27 Jan 2026
Nice staff pretty clean room just is older building
Toby
Toby, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 Jan 2026
Great room and kind staff! It’s near a busy road so it can be loud but they provide earplugs!
Rachel
Rachel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
19 Jan 2026
Everything was excellent! Rooms were clean. Staff was friendly.
Alejandra
Alejandra, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
3 Feb 2026
Quick trip to SD. Check in was smooth and easy. The place was quiet and we had no issues. I liked it overall and would stay here again.