See all properties

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel near Doheny State Beach in Dana Point

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

Lobby
Outdoor pool
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed) | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Exterior
Point of interest

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

View in a map
34280 Pacific Coast Hwy, Dana Point, CA, 92629
  • Place, Lantern Bay County Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Doheny State Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Dana Point Harbor
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

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

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(26 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (with Sofabed) | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (with Sofabed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed) | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed)

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed) | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Larger Room)

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Larger Room)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Accessible-1 King, Mobility Accessible, Roll In Shower, Larger Room, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Accessible-Suite King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub, Sofabed, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 3

1 Queen Bed, Non-Smoking, High Speed Internet Access, Coffee Maker, Hairdryer, Iron and Ironing Board

  • Sleeps 2

Suite-2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, 2 Room, Sofabed, Balcony, Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 5

King Suite

  • Sleeps 2

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, High Speed Internet Access, Coffee Maker, Hairdryer, Iron and Ironing Board

  • Sleeps 2

King Room with Refrigerator-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, High Speed Internet Access, Coffee Maker, Hairdryer, Iron and Ironing Board

  • Sleeps 4

Suite-1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, 2 Room, Sofabed, Balcony, Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 3

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 4

Standard King Room-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

King Suite With Balcony-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 3

You may also like

Ad
Outdoor pool

Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG

San Clemente
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, 1,002 reviews
$110 nightly
The price is $121
Feb 17 - Feb 18
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG

About the neighborhood

Dana Point

In entertainment district.You'll find Doheny State Beach and Dana Point Harbor within a 15-minute walk of this Dana Point hotel. Ocean Institute and The Coach House are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Lantern Bay County Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Doheny State Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Crystal Cove Dog Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Dana Point Harbor - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Ocean Institute - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • San Juan Capistrano Depot - 11 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Doho Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Denny's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wind & Sea Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Turk's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

Hotel near Doheny State Beach in Dana Point
A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a 24-hour business center on site. Free breakfast is available daily. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel. Parking is available for a fee.

This Dana Point hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 87 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel offers 87 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 37-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Similar properties

Aerial view
Dana Point Marina Inn
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
4.0 out of 5, Very Good, 1,856 reviews
$94 nightly
The price is $104
Feb 17 - Feb 18
Total with taxes and fees
Dana Point Marina Inn

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Self parking on site (USD 25 per night)

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 40 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 150 per stay)
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: USD 25 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 40 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 150 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Best Western Marina Shores
Best Western Marina Shores Hotel
Best Western Plus Marina
Best Western Plus Marina Shores
Best Western Plus Marina Shores Dana Point
Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel
Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel Dana Point
Hotel Best Western Marina
Marina Shores Best Western
Marina Shores Hotel
Best Plus Marina Shores
Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel Hotel
Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel Dana Point
Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel Hotel Dana Point

Frequently asked questions

How close is Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel to the airport?

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel is 23.8 mi (26-min drive) away from the John Wayne Airport (SNA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel?

As of Feb 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel on Feb 19, 2026 start from $94.25, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel.

How close is Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 7-minute walk from Doheny State Beach and 4.1 mi (6-min drive) from Thousand Steps Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel offer free breakfast?

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel offers free full breakfast every day.

Is there a casino at Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino San Clemente (7-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 25 per night.

Does Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel have a pool?

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel features an outdoor pool.

Does Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel to downtown Dana Point?

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel is 0.5 mi away from Dana Point.

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 534 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 275 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 112 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1002 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness
The balcony did not have any view of the ocean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

cody

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location in an awesome area
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, friendly staff and all the expected stuff. They also had a program for charging EVs and that was greatly appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Oscar

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jackie

Traveled with partner
The room was spacious with a comfortable bed and separate seating room. It was very dark and whilst it was lovely to have a balcony, there was only one chair on it and it overlooked the busy road so there was constant traffic noise. The website seemed to indicate that there was a microwave in the room but there was not. The room types on the website are confusing as so many rooms seemed to be called the same thing. The pool area was ok but no shade available and only one subbed. Breakfast was ok but the quality could be better. Overall our stay was fine, but the hotel could do with some updating - it’s tired.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sang

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Moderate quality of breakfast. No fresh fruit
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Francisco

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

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

Not a good value for condition of hotel.

Good location. Small room with uncomfortable beds. Walking through the hotel, it does not feel or smell clean. The floors have stained carpet and the smell of smoke was strong. Breakfast was okay but not great. The breakfast area is way too small and it was hard to find a table for 4 people. I feel like we paid way too much for these compromises.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Carl, Bellevue

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Old. Needs updating. Wonderful staff. Very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jiayu

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexei

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Lida

Liked: Staff & service
They offered breakfast but the quality was questionable. Three of us couldn’t eat it. The building smells and the hotel needs improvement however the location is good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Omar

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I enjoyed the location that was close to the beach. Near food and everything you need. Quite relaxing!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Garrett

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay. We enjoyed our room and the breakfast was amazing. Would highly recommend this hotel. Will stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Hotel was nice and in a good area for getting to beach, marina, restaurants and bars. We were here for a wedding which was about 7 mins drive away. Hotel breakfast had good selection, would be nice to have proper cutlery, plates etc rather than plastic & paper. Suite was large and had loads of space. Only negative would be the room was getting dated and the drapes were ripped. The pool is very small with only one sunbed and some chairs. Other than that the staff were very nice and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had a wonderful stay! The staff were incredibly friendly, the hotel was spotless, and the breakfast was amazing. I definitely plan to return. My only minor issue was that housekeeping inquired about our checkout progress with 40 minutes left. We were already packing and preparing to leave, but it did make us feel a little rushed at the end.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Kate

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Mold/mildew scent in rooms and stains on curtains and opening in the ceiling. Staff was friendly but place was a dump.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Shahrzad

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent condition
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025