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Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

3.0 star property
Bayfront hotel with 2 outdoor pools, near Shelter Island

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Reception
1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board
Exterior
2 outdoor pools, pool loungers
1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board
On Shelter Island, Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina offers a serene retreat with a marina, 2 outdoor pools with sun loungers, and spa tubs. Savor Californian cuisine at Blue Wave Bar & Grill or unwind with al fresco dining and cooked-to-order breakfast.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Marina
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants
  • 2 outdoor pools and 2 hot tubs
  • Breakfast available
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Fitness centre
  • Self parking
  • Spa services
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Business centre

For families (6)

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is AU$240
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Marina View (with Sofabed)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator, Marina View (Refrigerator)

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator, Marina View (Refrigerator)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

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

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(74 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator, Marina View (Refrigerator)

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator, Marina View (Refrigerator)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(46 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, Marina View (Living Room;with Sofabed)

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, Marina View (Living Room;with Sofabed)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(57 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Living Room;with Sofabed)

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Living Room;with Sofabed)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Marina View (Living Room;with Sofabed)

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Marina View (Living Room;with Sofabed)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Living Room;with Sofabed)

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Living Room;with Sofabed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (with Sofabed)

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Standard Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (with Sofabed)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Standard Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, View

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Standard Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Kitchen (with Sofabed)

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Kitchen (with Sofabed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Standard Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Bathtub)

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Bathtub)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
2051 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA, 92106

What's nearby

  • Shelter Island - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • San Diego Yacht Club - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot - 7 min drive - 4.9 km
  • USS Midway Museum - 10 min drive - 9.7 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 11 min drive - 10.8 km

Getting around

  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 15 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 27 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 39 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 41 min drive
  • Tijuana, Baja California Norte (TIJ-General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl.) - 58 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 16 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 20 min drive
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Point Loma Seafoods - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Bali Hai Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Better Buzz Coffee Point Loma - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mitch's Seafood - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina features a marina and puts you only steps from Shelter Island and San Diego Bay. Guests can indulge in massages and enjoy Californian cuisine at Blue Wave Bar & Grill, which is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. There are 2 outdoor pools, a fitness centre and in-room conveniences such as fridges and microwaves. Fellow travellers love the pool and helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 227 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
    • Express check-out available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • On-site self-parking (USD 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • On-site parking includes off-street options
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant

Travelling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Tennis
  • Beach nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Segway hire/tours nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (6500 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 12 buildings/towers
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Picnic area
  • Fitness centre
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Spa services
  • Marina
  • 2 hot tubs
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • At least 80% of food locally sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic soft drinks bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch LCD TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include massages.

Dining

Blue Wave Bar & Grill – Overlooking the pool, this restaurant specialises in Californian cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 14 to 34 for adults and USD 10 to 15 for children

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per night

Parking

  • Self-parking costs USD 25 per night with in/out privileges

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

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 accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

Also known as

Best Western Island
Best Western Island Hotel
Best Western Island Palms
Best Western Island Palms Hotel
Best Western Plus Island Palms
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel San Diego
Best Western Plus Palms
Island Palms
Island Palms Hotel
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel And Marina
Best Western San Diego
Best Western Plus Island Palms San Diego
San Diego Best Western
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel Marina

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina?

Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools.

Are pets allowed at Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina?

Yes. Self-parking costs USD 25 per night.

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

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-out is available.

What is there to do at Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina and nearby?

Practise your swing on the tennis courts. Additional recreation nearby includes segway hire. Enjoy a relaxing soak in one of the 2 hot tubs and an invigorating swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools. Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina also has a fitness centre and spa services, as well as a picnic area.

Are there restaurants at or near Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina?

Yes, Blue Wave Bar & Grill offers al fresco dining, Californian cuisine and pool views.

What's the area around Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina like?

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina is located on the waterfront in Point Loma, a short 1-minute walk from Shelter Island and 7 minutes' walk from Humphreys Concerts by the Bay. Travellers say that the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Location
View
Service staff
Marina
Restaurant
Bed
Parking
Family friendly
Water

What guests liked

  • The pool and hot tub were sparkling clean and offered beautiful marina views, perfect for a relaxing swim. (57 reviews)
  • The on-site restaurant served excellent food with great service and offered a variety of menus and gluten-free options. (22 reviews)
  • The hot tub was consistently described as clean, hot, and a great amenity with a nice view. (21 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

Nice property. Has a laid back tropical atmosphere. Great location with a lot of things with in walking distance.
2-night trip

10/10

Great location. Very nice pools. Friendly staff
3-night trip

10/10

Good stay
2-night trip

10/10

Great place to stay in family
2-night trip

10/10

Greatest location. Fun resort. Clayton at the front desk is top notch.
3-night trip

10/10

22nd anniversary trip did not disappoint. Wonderful room, quiet water view hotel restaurant barn was very nice good food and live entertainment.
4-night trip

10/10

Wonderful stay. The kids, 10 and 7, loved the room, the property, the location, and the pool.
6-night trip

10/10

Gorgeous location and rooms were great.
1-night trip

8/10

Enjoyed the location
5-night trip

8/10

Hotel rooms and pool area are very well kept.
2-night trip

10/10

Got free room upgrade was a nice room we could entertain before heading to a concert at Humphries
1-night trip

10/10

We’ve stayed there many times over the years and love it!
1-night trip

10/10

I stay here often and will be back, Convient, clean and a nice brakfast!
1-night trip

10/10

Had an amazing time with kids
2-night trip

8/10

Great location and staff very attentive. Needs a bit of updating but we had a good stay.
2-night trip

10/10

Excellent location and very nice hotel.
5-night trip

10/10

The property is well kept. Nice atmosphere, comfortable and clean. I will book another stay again soon! Ocean view was amazing.
4-night trip

10/10

Room was great staff was courteous and helpful. We loved the area room overlooked the marina, which was absolutely beautiful, especially at night.
4-night trip

10/10

Staff are amazing!
4-night trip

10/10

Great hotel. Front desk was very helpful. On-site restaurant was really good with great wait staff.
4-night trip

8/10

Lovely area!
3-night trip

10/10

Great stay would recommend to anyone and will defiantly be first choice again for our next visit to San Diego
3-night trip

10/10

Food and service at the hotel was outstanding!
7-night trip

10/10

We enjoyed our stay! It was a lovely location.
2-night trip

8/10

Overall it was a great experience as always. However, I will point out that the shower was out of body wash the entire time my partner and I were there. We forgot to bring it up to the cleaning people, but I believe they should check regardless.
2-night trip