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Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

3.0 star property

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Reception
2 outdoor pools, sun loungers
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, eco-friendly cleaning products
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Gym
  • Spa
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available
  • Pool

Explore the area

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2051 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA, 92106
  • Shelter Island
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Naval Base Coronado
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • San Diego Yacht Club
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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)
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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)
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator, Marina View (Refrigerator) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(65 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(41 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(50 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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
(21 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Standard Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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)
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

Hotel in Point Loma
Along with a marina, this smoke-free hotel has 2 outdoor pools and a restaurant. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a fitness center, outdoor tennis courts, and a 24-hour business center are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina offers 227 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 42-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. 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 spa 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.
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina features a marina, 2 outdoor swimming pools, and 2 spa tubs along with outdoor tennis courts and a fitness center. The hotel offers a restaurant. Business-related amenities consist of a 24-hour business center and 6 meeting rooms.

A computer station is located on site and wireless Internet access is complimentary. Event facilities measuring 6500 square feet (604 square meters) include conference space. This San Diego hotel also offers spa services, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance. Parking is available onsite for a surcharge.

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina is a smoke-free property.

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.

Languages

English

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

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Free 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% 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 crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • 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

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 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

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 961 out of 1560 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 359 out of 1560 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 129 out of 1560 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 1560 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 53 out of 1560 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matthew P

Traveled with family
Beautiful views on both sides of the hotel.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a great experience - super friendly staff, great room and spectacular views of the Marina.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No free breakfast 😔 for $250 a night
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Orlando

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mohamed

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel well located with beautiful view.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Miranda

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For a 3-star hotel charging $270 a night, this is the worst Best Western we’ve ever stayed at. Upon check-in, we were greeted with a poker face, and my husband and I were immediately put off. The front desk staff seemed uninterested and lacked basic professionalism. I mistakenly gave my name for the reservation instead of my husband’s, and rather than asking if it was booked under a different name, the staff awkwardly asked when we booked the room. Then, she asked for our credit card, only to look at it and hand it back, which made no sense. To the front desk girl who checked us in: if you’re going to work in hospitality, it’s time to step up your game—and maybe work on fixing that poker face. The room was outdated, with a dirty old carpet, and the bathroom reeked of chlorine bleach. If it’s your first time in San Diego, I wouldn’t recommend staying here. We only booked this hotel because Kona Kai, right next door, was sold out, and we definitely won’t be back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked everything about the property. I especially liked our room.as we had a view of the water and watched all the ships sailing by. There were many nice resraurants in the vicinity along Harbor Blvd. We shopped at Sea Port Village only a short drive from our hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas, St. George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Armando

A night away from buzzz
Location is quite far from main attraction if u don't have a car otherwise Uber is available. Surrounding feels very safe and calm, good for relaxation or just to stay away from noise and crowds. Environment is very clean. The hotel itself looks a bit old but well kept and clean. Only met a couple of staffs but they seems friendly and acommodating. A lot of parking available outside and a nice view of the bay and San Diego.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great, welcoming staff. Excellent bar service. Just a few steps from seeing a great concert. All around good experience.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa C

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gypsy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel! It’s a fantastic location! Nice rooms and fantastic views is Point Loma and San Diego. The staff is fantastic. Very pleasant and efficient. I highly suggest the stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

JULIAN

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mira

Traveled with partner
We definitely stay here again on our return to San Diego!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

KIM, SANTEE

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On check in I mentioned that my partner was wheelchair handicapped, she still put us in a room that required us moving over uneven unpaved ground to get into our room. On check out, the counter person compensated us for our inconvenience and the fact that no one came after our calling the desk to help with a desk light that would not come on.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s nice and has great views
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Iris

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashtyn, Round Lake

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place in quiet area but still a quick Uber downtown
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Khandis

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful location! My five year old daughter and I stayed here and we both loved it. Right on the marina, she loved looking for seals and seashells. The cutest little burger shack out on the pier across the street. Fishing available on the pier with no license necessary. A park on the waterfront across the street. About a half hour walk to local ice cream shops. Beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cherie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great 2 night stay.
Amazing rooms. Very large, very clean, quiet, amenities included and view was fablous. Our room faced the Marina and was a georgous relaxing view. Will definitely be staying again. Only draw back if you want to park on the property they charge $25 a night. We were able to park across the street and it was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities
We loved this hotel. Perfectly located on shelter Island with ample parking. Our room was very large and the best view ever of the beautiful yachts. It felt very Hawaiian and lovely throughout. I will return to this hotel in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024