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Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

3.0 star property

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Exterior
1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board
1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Californian cuisine, pool views

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym

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Map
2051 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA, 92106
  • Shelter Island
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • San Diego Yacht Club
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)
  • 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)
  • 275 sq ft
  • 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)
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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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)
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

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

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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)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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)
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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)
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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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)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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)
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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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)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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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)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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)
  • 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)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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)
  • 275 sq ft
  • 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, 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 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.
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina features a marina, 2 outdoor swimming pools, and 2 hot 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 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% 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
  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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
  • 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

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. 976 out of 1557 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 356 out of 1557 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 123 out of 1557 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 1557 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 49 out of 1557 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rick

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Like the patio area
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jesse James

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
👍
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kurt

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place

Had an amazing time with kids
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marion

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous location, excellent views.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

brian

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

william

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the location
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard Frank

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean property in excellent location (on Shelter Island). Bar & grill on property has excellent food and beautiful views. Try the breakfast burrito or açaí bowl for breakfast!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pierre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very nice
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff very attentive. Needs a bit of updating but we had a good stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mario, Winchester

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very well mannered.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location, good hotel

Loved the location & feel of this hotel, very relaxing which was exactly what we were looking for. Lovely promenade along the waterfront which goes along Shelter Island. Our room was in the Casa Marina, hotel is split into different buildings, it was large with a microwave, fridge & coffee maker as well as a balcolny with table & chairs overlooking the bay to San Diego. It was a great view ! Pools loved lovely, we didn't use them, restaurant was excellent ,ate both breakfast & one evening meal there. Only gripes were no housekeeping throughout our stay, even when putting tag on door asking for housekeeping. Bathroom sink didn't drain unless you held tge plug up & the fridge froze our drinks ! Tried turning it down but made no difference.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property; enjoyed our very-clean room, patio and beautiful marina view! Pool and jacuzzi were wonderful (though some local urchins had to be prompted to leave, but security quickly took care of it). Water temps were perfect and towels were stocked. Enjoy walking all of Shelter Island and much of Point Loma! Great spot and an affordable property surrounded by comparable spendy ones. Final note (my particulars): Mattress 👍 Shower head strength/hot water 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A bit dated but fantastic property, staff were great. Would have been good to know parking was $25.00 a day. Would definitely recommend and go back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul H

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the views from our room, as well as thr privacy and quiet our room afforded us. The front desk was friendly and helpful, as were all the staff we encountered. We got extensive, daily exercise from the paved walking path that extended from behind the hotel to the end of the island. Particular mention goes to the Blue Wave restaurant -- we ate several meals there and loved every bite, be it breakfast, lunch or dinner. Blue Wave offers an excellent menu and they do a spectacular job. We loved our stay and can't wait to come back to San Diego and stay in the Island Palms Hotel.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mary, Chandler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Although the property was beautiful and the room very comfortable, it was very noisey from the airport and the naval base fly-by's. Next time I will book somewhere closer to the northwest side.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

REBECCA, Centennial

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
My family loved this property and enjoyed their stay. The room was clean and staff was friendly and prompt. It's an older property and needs a bit of TLC, but good overall.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Layout of the extended buildings is not easy for seniors with out cars. Limited restaraunts nearby. Nice views. Coffee maker in room did not work. No free breakfast as is usual at BWs.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Soo Ji

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Free pickle ball and bicycles to borrow, beautiful waterfront views from the room and for walking.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025