Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

3.0 star property

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Exterior
Lobby
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee
Exterior
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Californian cuisine, pool views

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(86 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator, Marina View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(41 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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 Wi-Fi

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 Wi-Fi

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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 Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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 Wi-Fi

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 Wi-Fi

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 Wi-Fi

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 Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

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

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 Wi-Fi

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 Wi-Fi

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 Wi-Fi

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 Wi-Fi

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 Wi-Fi

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 Wi-Fi

King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Two Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Mobility Accessible King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

King Room with Marina View

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Two Queen Room with Marina View

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Casa Del Mar King Room with Water View

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Mobility Accessible Two Queen Room with Roll in Shower

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Casa Marina King Room with Water View

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Casa Marina Two Queen Room with Water View

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Mobility Accessible Two Queen Studio Suite with View

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Casa Del Mar Mini King Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Casa Del Mar Mini Two Queen Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Mobility Accessible Mini King Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free Wi-Fi

King Suite with Marina View

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Two Queen Suite with Scenic View

  • Sleeps 6
  • Free Wi-Fi

King Suite with Scenic View

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Two Queen Suite with Marina View

  • Sleeps 6
  • Free Wi-Fi

Casa Del Mar Two Queen Studio Suite with Water View

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Casa Del Mar Building Marina View King Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free Wi-Fi

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 Wi-Fi

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub, View, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite-1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub, Sofabed, Kitchen, Patio, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Casa Del Mar King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Casa Del Mar Two Queen Room With Water View

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Casa Del Mar Mini Two Queen Studio Suite With Water View

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Interior Entrance, Microwave And Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Interior Entrance, Microwave And Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite-2 Queen Beds,Nsmk,Marnvw,Fullkt,Living,Patio,Sofbd

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite-1 King Bed,Nsmk,Scncvw,Fullkt,Living,Sofbd,Wifint

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite-1 King Bed,Nsmk,Casadm,Marinavw,2Rms,2Ndbth,Sofabed

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite-1 King Bed,Nsmk,Marnvw,Fullkt,Living,Patio,Sofbd

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

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 5 minutes by foot from Naval Base Coronado. .This hotel is 5.1 mi (8.2 km) from Port of San Diego and 5.5 mi (8.8 km) from USS Midway Museum.

What's nearby

  • Shelter Island - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • San Diego Bay - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Humphreys Concerts by the Bay - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • San Diego Yacht Club - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • USS Recruit - 5 min drive - 2.3 km

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

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bali Hai Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ralph's Fuel Center - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Better Buzz Coffee - ‬4 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 transport

  • Parking on site (USD 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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 cot
  • 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 centre
  • 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
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 12 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • 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

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

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Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1045 out of 1608 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 338 out of 1608 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 128 out of 1608 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1608 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 49 out of 1608 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes, room was spotless
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jillen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was really cool! It was literally off the beaten path and had a neat view of the marina. It was quiet and peaceful except for other guests slamming their room doors. The room was clean, the bathroom was spacious, and the beds were comfortable. The front desk staff is always so friendly and helpful. The location of the hotel is simply wonderful, right by the water.
View from the front of the room
Stand up paddle board in the marina
The path to the room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Dorothy

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

10/10 Excellent

Roderick

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was extremely clean and the stay responded quickly to our need for more towels and to fix the microwave
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Olga, San diego

Travelled with family
This is one of my favorite hotels to stay at. It’s very family oriented and very quiet. I love the area and the prices are affordable
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Becky

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
They upgraded us to a full suite!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lorenz

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice and clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

DONNA

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Debra

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

10/10 Excellent

Wilson

Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Spacious room with full kitchen and walk out patio lawn to marina. Beautiful sunrises. Very convenient location, walk to restaurants and great views of the harbor. We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Elena

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

gary

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Jeff

Travelled with family
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

6/10 Okay

Mark

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Allen

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

harry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was wonderful and had a beautiful view of the marina
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Eddie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean,Great view of area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lezlie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026