Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

3.0 star property

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Exterior
Lobby
Exterior
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $201
$175 nightly
$201 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30

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2051 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA, 92106
  • Place, Shelter Island
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Humphreys Concerts by the Bay
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Roll In Shower, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(87 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator, Marina View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(42 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 275 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 275 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(67 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator, Marina View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(57 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (View)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

With a stay at Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina in San Diego (Point Loma), you'll be steps from Shelter Island and San Diego Bay. .This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Naval Base Coronado and 5.1 mi (8.2 km) from Port of San Diego.

What's nearby

  • Shelter Island - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • San Diego Bay - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Humphreys Concerts by the Bay - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • San Diego Yacht Club - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • USS Recruit - 5 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • County Center - Little Italy Station - 9 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 16 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bali Hai Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mitch's Seafood - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪CZ GALLEY ASW BASE - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina offers 227 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 42-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding, and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

2 outdoor tennis courts and a marina are featured at the hotel. 2 outdoor swimming pools and 2 hot tubs are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.
Make yourself at home in one of the 227 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and microwaves, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Dip into one of the 2 outdoor pools or 2 hot tubs and enjoy other recreational amenities, which include outdoor tennis courts. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
Enjoy a satisfying meal at Blue Wave Bar & Grill serving guests of Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Planning an event in San Diego? This hotel has 6500 square feet (604 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 6 meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Blue Wave Bar & Grill - Overlooking the pool, this restaurant specializes in Californian cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 14 to 34 for adults and USD 10 to 15 for children
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Blue Wave Bar & Grill

Things to do

  • 2 hot tubs
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Gym

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 6 meeting rooms
  • 6,500 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Marina
  • On the bay
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 12 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Waste recycling policy

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 14 to 34 for adults, and USD 10 to 15 for children
  • Self parking fee: USD 25 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is 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

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1022 out of 1591 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 341 out of 1591 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 131 out of 1591 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 1591 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 1591 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was comfortable Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff friendly environment.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

akash kamble

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It as got good restaurant too
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view and comfy beds! Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff, clean rooms, nice location
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Yelena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean rooms with nice showers and great cafe on premises
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

William Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean , great location , good coffee, great hot tub and pool
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are very clean and the property is very well kept. It is in a good location with a great park/pier area right across the street.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The amenities the hotel offered were great! We enjoyed the hot tub, bar and pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room great views
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Noura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in was quick and easy, leooms need slight upgrade but overall it was nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

RaeAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so very friendly and accommodating as we were traveling to San Diego for a wedding and had my 88 year old mother with so they booked our room close to the lobby with the wonderful restaurant all close by for her to walk. Very scenic with the marina on one side and the bay on the other with great walking paths all around!
Outside deck overlooking marina
Beach across the street on bay side and walking path that goes all the way around shelter island
Pool area with marina view
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place.very clean great for family would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We love this hotel. We've stayed there in November several years in a row & just love the location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, location, staff, and amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jupiter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a really nice hotel! The pool was well kept along with the room and the areas around it. It was very nice being tucked back by the marina to go to and from the pool and room. The restaurant attached was also wonderful, and added to the great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Drew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay for a visit to San Diego. Nice rooms, scenic views of the marina, on site restaurant and bar, large heated pool and hot tub. Within 15-20 minutes’ drive of downtown and the airport. Playground, beach, and walking path across the street.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was great and room spacious
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay and the staff is excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Dorothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and the staff was courteous
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great experience. The property is in the perfect location. Room was perfect. Very clean. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Alysa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff was great, easy check in and great location
View from our bed of the marina
View from our breakfast table
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well done. Beautiful coastal rooms with water on both sides. Nice pool and restaurant areas. Close proximity to good food and airport.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room was able to check in an hour early. Great friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026