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Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

3.0 star property

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Property amenity
Reception
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board
2 outdoor pools, sun loungers
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available

Explore the area

Map
2051 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA, 92106
  • Shelter Island
    1 min walk
  • Blue Wave Bar & Grill
    1 min walk
  • Washington Street Station
    9 min drive
  • 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

  • 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

  • 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)

  • 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)

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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)

  • 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)

  • 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

  • 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)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (with Sofabed)

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

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

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

  • Water view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

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

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, View

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

Standard Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, View

  • 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)

  • 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

  • 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

  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Bathtub)

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Bathtub)

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

Located in San Diego (Point Loma), Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina is within a 10-minute drive of Old Town San Diego State Park and Port of San Diego. .This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Naval Base Coronado and 6 mi (9.7 km) from Mission Bay.

What's nearby

  • Shelter Island - 1 min walk
  • Port of San Diego - 9 min drive
  • USS Midway Museum - 10 min drive
  • San Diego Convention Center - 11 min drive
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • County Center - Little Italy Station - 9 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 16 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Point Loma Seafoods - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Bali Hai Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Better Buzz - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mitch's Seafood - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

Bayside San Diego hotel in Point Loma with 2 outdoor swimming pools
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.
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 swimming pools or 2 spa 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.

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. 951 out of 1559 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 368 out of 1559 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 132 out of 1559 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 1559 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 51 out of 1559 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

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is super friendly and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Susan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. However, the first room we were given was not what we had expected from the photos on the website. It was very small. The second room was more spacious and perfect in Casa Marina.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Great location
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lenzy

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay. The staff were wonderful, so kind and helpful. The property was nice for the price. We would definitely consider staying again if we return to San Diego in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Dylan

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angelica

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

8/10 Good

Christopher

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
We loved walking the area around the hotel. Disappointed that checkin never mentioned room cleaning options or that we were charged for parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Rico

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jean

Traveled with group
Damp carpeting
Although the room was clean, the carpet was damp and musty. It felt like it had been shampooed, but not allowed to properly dry.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Nicole

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Moeed

Liked: Staff & service
A bit expensive for what they have to offer. Main issue that I faced was my room reeked of seepage. Specially in shower, the drain was stinking
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

CARLOS

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the staff! The property overall was very nice! My room was cramped. I think because there were 2 beds there wasn’t much room for much else. I had a hard time getting my clothes in the closet. I also had to iron some clothes and had to put the ironing board in the bathroom. If the room only had one bed it would have been really comfortable. But the staff really made the stay very welcoming!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Stay!! Beautiful view just wish parking was not so expensive.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous experience. This hotel nails the essentials: Cold AC in the room, strong shower head, comfy beds, quiet neighbors, strong toilet flush, huge big screen TV, excellent restaurant, friendly staff, beautiful surrounding area. I wish I was still there!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Dan, Garden Grove

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to beach and beautiful view
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gypsy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel. Great location. Friendly staff. Great place to stay in San Diego.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

amanda

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

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The best family stay so far
This was actually the best stay. The employees went above and beyond for us. They were full transparent when they didn’t have too. That to me is priceless. If you go please ask for Matt at the pool. He has amazing customer service. He won my kids over.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve stayed here every year for the past 4 years now and I always love it. It gets better every time. The location is so convenient. Close to the airport without the noise. I love the pier nearby and how walkable this area is. Staff is amazing and the rooms are so clean. There are fire pits on the beach so you can get wood and have a beach fire. 10/10!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024