Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina
2051 Shelter Island Drive, Point Loma, San Diego, CA 92106, United States – Excellent location - show map
Excellent location — rated 9.3/10! (score from 940 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
Pretty much what you’d expect from the pictures others have shared. If I stay next time I’d book the pool/water view.

- View
- Garden
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free WiFi
- Bath
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour front desk
- Non-smoking rooms
- Safety deposit box
- Heating
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 13 minutes' 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 9.5 km away. Ocean Beach is 15 minutes’ drive away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Private parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fitness centre
- Spa and wellness centre
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Good breakfast

Availability
Select dates to see this property's availability and prices
Categories:
See what guests loved the most:
- JJane
United States
“Pretty much what you’d expect from the pictures others have shared. If I stay next time I’d book the pool/water view.” - Michael
United Kingdom
“Breakfast was extra and the free coffee was awful. Room was huge with a small kitchen which we were able to make our own Breakfast.” - Gillian
United Kingdom
“This is a fantastic place to stay, amazing food lovely friendly staff. Nice pool and hot tub area.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- Blue Wave Bar & Grill
- CuisineAmerican
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
Facilities of Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & MarinaGreat facilities! Review score, 8.4
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Private parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fitness centre
- Spa and wellness centre
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Good breakfast
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Hairdryer
- Alarm clock
- Outdoor fireplace
- Garden
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Tennis equipment
- Fishing
- Tennis court
- Satellite channels
- Telephone
- TV
- Kid mealsAdditional charge
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Accessible parking
- ATM/cash machine on site
- Fax/photocopying
- Tour desk
- Express check-in/check-out
- Dry cleaning
- Business centre
- 24-hour front desk
- Meeting/banquet facilities
- Room service
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Wheelchair accessible
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- MassageAdditional charge
- Spa and wellness centre
- Fitness centre
- English
House rules
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
FAQs about Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina
-
Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina has 1 restaurant:
- Blue Wave Bar & Grill
-
Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina is 3.7 miles from the centre of San Diego. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
-
Guests staying at Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.3).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
-
The nearest beach is just 0.7 miles from Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
-
Room options at Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina include:
- Double
- Suite
-
The prices at Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
-
Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Spa and wellness centre
- Fitness centre
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Massage
- Fishing
- Tennis court
- Swimming Pool
- Tennis equipment
-
Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina on this page.
-
Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
-
Check-in at Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.