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Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina

Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina

2051 Shelter Island Drive, San Diego, 92106, California, United States

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Business center

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Meeting/Banquet facilities

Spa

Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina

Welcome to the Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina, your perfect escape in sunny San Diego! Nestled at 2051 Shelter Island Drive, this delightful 3-star haven is just 3.6mi from the bustling city center, allowing you to dive into the vibrant local scene or relax in your peaceful retreat. With rates starting from only $133, adventure and luxury are at your fingertips without breaking the bank!

From the moment you step through the door, you're greeted by a charming atmosphere, complete with a range of luxurious amenities. Whether you're lounging by the outdoor swimming pool, enjoying a delectable meal at the on-site restaurant, or unwinding in our full-service spa, there’s something for everyone. Want to stay active? Hit up the fitness center, join a game on the free tennis court, or walk along the beautiful shoreline just outside your door. Plus, for those looking to host an event, our meeting and banquet facilities are ready to accommodate.

Don't just take our word for it—over 927 guests have left glowing reviews that speak to the memorable experiences waiting for you here! With 24-hour front desk service, complimentary Wi-Fi, and options to enjoy room service, every detail is taken care of to ensure your stay is nothing short of spectacular. So, pack your bags and get ready to create unforgettable memories at the Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina, where sun, comfort, and fun await you!

As the sun sets over the marina, gather your loved ones around the fire pit and soak in the gorgeous views of the shimmering waters—an experience that will keep your vacation memories alive for years to come. For those looking to indulge, the on-site Blue Wave Bar & Grill serves up scrumptious American fare, perfect for a family dinner or a romantic date night. With a family-friendly atmosphere and a touch of modern flair, it’s the ideal spot to refuel after a day of keeping up with the excitement of San Diego.

Adventure beckons right outside your door! While you can enjoy the ocean breeze from the comfort of your spacious suite, don’t miss the nearby opportunities for fun. Stroll along Shelter Island, where stunning beach views await, or take a short trip to the vibrant city center filled with attractions and entertainment. And for the active traveler, the complimentary tennis court is a great way to challenge a family member or partner while taking in more of that fantastic California sunshine.

With various accommodations ranging from cozy studios to luxurious suites, there’s something to suit every traveler’s preference. Whether you’re traveling solo, enjoying a couples retreat, or bringing the whole family along, your options ensure that everyone will have a relaxing and enjoyable stay. So kick back, relax, and let the Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina be your home away from home—where every corner inspires new adventures and every sunset paints a beautiful picture on your getaway!

Closest airports

San Diego International Airport

2.2mi

General Abelardo L. Rodríguez International Airport

18.9mi

McClellan–Palomar Airport

28.8mi

Most popular amenities

Business center

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Meeting/Banquet facilities

Spa

Air conditioning

Tennis court

Tour desk

Bar

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Beach chairs/Loungers

Garden

Bathtub

View

Rooms

King Suite with Bath Tub - Disability Access in Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina

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Suite, King, Accessible

1 King Size Bed

605 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Microwave

Refrigerator

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The spacious suite offers air conditioning, heating, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a hairdryer. This suite features a TV with satellite channels. The unit offers 1 bed.

Deluxe Queen Suite with Two Queen Beds with Marina View in Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina

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Deluxe Suite, 2 Queen, Marina View

2 Queen Size Beds

605 sqft

Private Bathroom

View

Microwave

Refrigerator

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The spacious suite features air conditioning, heating, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath or a shower and a hairdryer. This suite provides a TV with satellite channels. The unit has 2 beds.

Queen Suite with Two Queen Beds with Roll-In Shower in Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina

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Suite, 2 Queen, Accessible

2 Queen Size Beds

605 sqft

Private Bathroom

Microwave

Refrigerator

Air conditioning

x8

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x5

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The spacious suite features air conditioning and heating, as well as a private bathroom boasting a hairdryer. The unit has 2 beds.

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Suite, 2 Queen, Sofa Bed, Patio

2 Queen Size Beds

1 Sofa Bed

270 sqft

Kitchen

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SUITE-2 QUEEN BEDS,NSMK,MARNVW,FULLKT,LIVING,PATIO,SOFBD is 269 square feet and includes either a single bed 80-130 width or a queen-size bed 150-154 width.

Queen Suite with Two Queen Beds in Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina

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Suite, 2 Queen

2 Queen Size Beds

605 sqft

Private Bathroom

Microwave

Refrigerator

Air conditioning

+

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Experience luxury and comfort in our Queen Suite, spanning over 603 sqft. With two Queen beds, it can accommodate 6 adults and 4 children, making it a perfect choice for families. Enjoy amenities like a private bathroom, microwave, refrigerator, air conditioning, and more for a delightful stay.

Superior King Room in Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina

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Superior, King

1 King Size Bed

310 sqft

Private Bathroom

Microwave

Refrigerator

Air conditioning

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The spacious double room provides air conditioning, heating, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath or a shower and a hairdryer. The unit offers 1 bed.

Deluxe King Room with Marina View in Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina

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Deluxe, Marina View

1 King Size Bed

Private Bathroom

View

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

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Experience luxury and breathtaking marina views in our Deluxe King Room. This spacious room features a comfortable king size bed, a private bathroom, and impressive amenities including a flat-screen TV, microwave, and refrigerator. Perfect for couples or small families looking for a relaxing and enjoyable stay.

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Room - 2 Queen

2 Queen Size Beds

270 sqft

Wifi

Refrigerator

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x3

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2 QUEEN BEDS,NSMK,MARINAVW,WIFINET,REFRIG,COFMKR,HAIR is 269 square feet and includes a queen-size bed 150-154 width.

Deluxe King Suite with Marina View in Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina

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Deluxe Suite, King, Marina View

1 King Size Bed

605 sqft

Private Bathroom

View

Microwave

Refrigerator

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Immerse yourself in luxury with our Deluxe King Suite, offering breathtaking marina views. This spacious suite boasts 603 sqft of elegant design, perfect for accommodating 4 adults and 3 children. Don't miss out on the featured amenities including a private bathroom, microwave, refrigerator, and air conditioning, ensuring a comfortable and unforgettable stay.

Deluxe King Room with Water View in Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina

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Deluxe, Water View

1 King Size Bed

310 sqft

Private Bathroom

View

Microwave

Refrigerator

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This air-conditioned deluxe room includes a satellite TV, a refrigerator, a coffee machine, a microwave and ironing facilities.

Superior Queen Room with Two Queen Beds in Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina

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Superior, 2 Queen

2 Queen Size Beds

Private Bathroom

Microwave

Refrigerator

Air conditioning

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Experience the ultimate comfort in our Superior Queen Room with Two Queen Beds, perfect for families and groups of up to 4 adults and 3 children. Enjoy the convenience of a private bathroom, microwave, refrigerator, and air conditioning, with additional amenities like a TV, iron, and tea/coffee maker for a stress-free stay.

Mini Studio Suite, Accessible, Sofa Bed

1 King Size Bed

1 Sofa Bed

Microwave

Refrigerator

Non-smoking rooms

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Studio Suite - 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub, Sofabed, Mini Suite, Non-Smoking

Guest reviews

8.3

927 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Erin

9.1

September 2022

excellent location! Amenities were nice as well. At night, the view of the San Diego skyline was perfect.

Our room was definitely nice but you can tell there has been some water damage. There was a slight smell of mildew but I figured it’s part of staying somewhere so close to the water. It was still nice enough that I plan to come back!

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Kathleen

9.1

July 2023

The room was very dark. That was not expected, but beds were comfortable and room was clean. The restaurant was excellent. I loved that it was near the water and plenty of walkway areas on the marina and across the street. It was pretty quiet also.

The room was way too dark. Needed more lighting. The rooms on the second and third floor had more lighting because the large windows would not be blocked. The first floor is blocked by bushes so even when shutters are open the room is extremely dark.

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Florencia

10

July 2023

The staff had great customer service skills. Great room, great view, and awesome pool. Especially loved the extended pool hours. Will definitely stay here again.

The only issue we had was when we called to ask for more towels and we still had our privacy sign on the door, the person who brought the towels just used the key card to open the door, didn’t knock.. just barged in. Other than that, the rest of the times towels were delivered to our room the rest of the staff knocked.

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Ami

8.2

May 2023

Nice and clean room. Great marina view!Easy parking on property and the location was great!

The bathroom had no vent fan and with three of us it got hot and too steamy in there. The bathroom door is on a spring so it was hard to get it to stay open even when wedging a towel under it. We tried to take a midday nap and housekeeping was super loud and slamming doors for hours.

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Nina

10

September 2022

Restaurant had great food and service. Was pricey with the additional 4% (food price increase?) And other fees which I am not sure the hotel has any say over that or if it is a state issue. That being said every meal was enjoyable and convenient. We ate breakfast and dinner there many times. Highly recommend the Monte Cristo, breakfast burrito, and the Chirizo Benedict. The beet salad was wonderful also! The location was great for dinner as you can watch the sun setting in the marina. The room was comfortable and quiet. Location of the hotel, restraunt and pool areas were fabulous. We enjoyed the fire dancer by the pool on Thursday evening.

Shower curtain rod could have been hung so you could shower without curtain touching you, a minor irritation. When we arrived the room did not have any soap, shampoo or conditioner. When I called they arrived quickly with plenty of extras. There was only decaf coffee also so maybe the room had not been fully restocked before we checked in? Our largest complaint was that the vending machines did not have drinks stocked.

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Hesham

9.1

September 2023

Great location by the ocean, spacious room, and bathroom, with a cute little balcony, I'd stay there again.

They were understaffed, and they didn't change the sheets in one day, I asked for sheets change, and the housekeeping lady gave me a plastic bag filled with sheets, I told her: are you gonna do it? She said I will send someone and she never came back 😁 the restaurant's staff were super nice, though.

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Garcia

9.1

June 2023

I liked its location and the staff was very friendly!

I didnt like that we have to pay $25 a day for parking. At the front desk all they said when i checked in was "We need to hold a deposit of $150 which we will return at the end of the stay." It was after deducting the money for parking. Its better to be up front about it. Also, there was no beach access from the location. There were no desserts on the menu at the blue restaurant.

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Anonymous

8.2

April 2023

hreat location and water views

the suite accommodates 6 people but the bathroom layout does NOT easily accommodate that size group. sink area shouls be separate from toilet/shower. in addition, this suite definitely needs several mirrors rather than only one in the bathroom. this bathroom situation made it very hard for all of us to get ready, which defeated my purpose in booking a suite—for extra space and ease for a larger group.

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Sajid

10

March 2023

Location was amazing. Right on the marina. Beautiful views all around. On site restaurant was really good. Went there for breakfast twice and had dessert there too. Amenities were nice as they had a huge pool with a hot tub, there were bicycles with 2 hr free usage and a tennis court there as well.

Not much to say as this property did an amazing job at everything. Maybe just to add, there was no room service in case you were looking to have food brought to your room.

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Marta

10

July 2022

We love this resort for its views of the marina , the lush landscaping and the spacious comfortable immaculate rooms. All of the staff are friendly, courteous and very helpful always going above and beyond to help… this stay included interactions with front desk, maintenance , housekeeping and restaurant personnel . We love the location on shelter island an will return again next year if we can.

we’ve tried this restaurant several times over the past two years but are definitely disappointed . Too expensive for what you got and couldn’t change item at all ( example remove jalapeños from flatbread as item was pre made) ; also no burger choice without pork fat in it . We enjoyed many seafood options at other area restaurants at similar prices . Not sure most items need to be Polynesian style even though that’s the resort theme.

Points of Interest Around Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina

Attractions

Point Loma

1.4mi

Liberty Station

1.8mi

Embarcadero

3.2mi

Mission Beach

4.3mi

Old Globe Theater

4.6mi

Mingei International Museum

4.6mi

Spreckels Organ Pavilion

4.6mi

El Prado

4.6mi

Spanish Village Art Center

4.8mi

Inez Grant Parker Memorial Rose Garden

4.9mi

Pacific Beach

5.6mi

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego (MCASD)

9.5mi

Sunny Jim Sea Cave

9.6mi

Heritage Park

17.2mi

Carlsbad Village

31mi

Restaurants

Blue Wave Bar & Grill

Cuisines

  • American

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly
  • Traditional
  • Modern
  • Romantic

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Amenities of Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina

Business center

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Meeting/Banquet facilities

Spa

Air conditioning

Tennis court

Tour desk

Bar

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Beach chairs/Loungers

Garden

Bathtub

View

Stay rules - Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina

What's the check-in and check-out schedule at Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina?

Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina permits check-ins after 04:00 PM and expects check-outs to be completed by 11:00 AM.

Can guests park for free at Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina?

Yes, there is parking available at the Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina. The hotel offers private on-site parking for a fee of $25 per day. No reservation is required for parking.

What's the nightly rate at Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina?

Room rates at Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina initiate from $133. Yet, variations occur based on your room and date preferences. For exact rates, please insert your travel dates.

What types of rooms does Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina offer?

The hotel offers a variety of room types including suites and doubles. The suites have a size of 603 sqft and can accommodate up to 6 adults and 4 children, while the doubles have various room sizes ranging from 280 sqft to 452 sqft and accommodate up to 4 adults and 3 children. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. The beds available are Queen size beds and King size beds. Some rooms also have features like roll-in showers and disability access.

What are the main attractions at Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina?

Guests at the Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina can enjoy a variety of leisure amenities during their stay. The hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool, perfect for relaxing and soaking up the California sun. For further relaxation, guests can visit the spa or unwind in the hot tub or jacuzzi.

For those who prefer to stay active, the hotel provides a tennis court where guests can enjoy a friendly game. Additionally, guests can take advantage of the hotel's fitness center to stay in shape during their stay.

The hotel also offers an array of dining options. Guests can enjoy delicious meals at the Blue Wave Bar & Grill, which offers a variety of cuisines including American. The restaurant has a family-friendly, traditional, modern, and romantic ambiance, ensuring there is something for everyone to enjoy.

Overall, guests at the hotel have a range of leisure amenities to choose from to make the most of their time on the property.

Can guests use a pool at Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina?

The hotel has one pool available. The pool is located outdoors.

Are there restaurants located within Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site at the Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina called Blue Wave Bar & Grill. It offers a variety of cuisines including American. The restaurant has a range of ambiances, including family-friendly, traditional, modern, and romantic.

Does Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina accept credit cards?

Yes, Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina accepts credit cards as payment. Cash, however, is not accepted. The hotel accepts a variety of credit cards including Mastercard, Discover, Visa, JCB, Diners Club, American Express, and Carte Blanche.