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Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel near Doheny State Beach in Dana Point

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Exterior
Point of interest
Terrace/patio
Point of interest
Lobby

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry

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34280 Pacific Coast Hwy, Dana Point, CA, 92629
  • Doheny State Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Dana Point Harbor
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • The Coach House
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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

1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

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

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

1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed) | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 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) | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

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

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (with Sofabed) | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

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

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

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

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

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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

  • Doheny State Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Dana Point Harbor - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • The Coach House - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Mission San Juan Capistrano - 6 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Thousand Steps Beach - 8 min drive - 4.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪A's Burgers - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Denny's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Del Taco - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Wind & Sea Restaurant - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

Hotel near Doheny State Beach in Dana Point
Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and a meeting room. Free breakfast is served daily. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff 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
  • 63 sq m of conference space
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
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 provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 10 per night)

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • 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
  • Free crib

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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 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.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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 10 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 25 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

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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 Jun 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel on Jun 30, 2025 start from $148.72, 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 9-minute walk from North Day Use 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 10 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. 541 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 276 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 112 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1011 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Theresa

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malinda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the room and the breakfast. Good rates in a excellent area
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very kind, and property was very clean. Awesome two day say for me & my family.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

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

10/10 Excellent

conrado, Las vegas

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Stayed for a couple of nights with family , easy check in, conveniently located within dana point marina, within reach from restaurants, grocery stores, $10 parking fee not too bad, beautiful neighborhood, comfy bed, spacious room with separate living room, microwave, coffee maker and mini ref included, theres 2 smart tv and a balcony facing street
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. 1/3 the cost of the Marriott up the street. Full size jacuzzi in room! Awesome! Nice breakfast. Great staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Joyce

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

Old beach hotel, charming!

Our room wasn't ready until 5 even though check in was at 3. The hotel handled it though, it was an old beach hotel so it did have its charm. Good sized room and very comfortable. Breakfast was just so so.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a nice stay, we booked a suite Very comfortable, location near restaurants and the beach, staff were friendly and helpful, breakfast was included, which was excellent, warm and cold buffet style.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pat

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Needs updating but staff is lovely
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

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

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the room layout, so spacious!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Larry

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is old and tired and not that much around it for dining. While the facilities are old and tired, the staff was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

8/10 Good

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is friendly and engaged. Rooms were clean and the property is well maintained.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All around great
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shea

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Ruben

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bring your nose plugs.

Second time staying at this hotel as our first experience was good. We arrived 15 minutes before check in and were told that a $25 early check in fee was going to be applied. I declined and waited in my car for 15 minutes. I should have known that it was going downhill from there. Got to the room opened the door and our sense of smell was assaulted by funk stail air. Turned the AC on opened the sliding glass door to air out the room. Opened up the fridge and it smelled like something died in it. Good thing we only stayed 2 nights/1day. If Cleanliness is not high on your standards then this place is for you.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Karen

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Property was dated.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was always friendly. Breakfast in the morning was good and kept well stocked.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good choice for Dana Point Harbor

Good location with view of the ocean through the trees from some rooms. Very spacious suites with refrigerator. No microwave, which would be nice. Partial room servicing each day which was fine. Several restaurants are close by, with a short walk to Dana Point Harbor area. Some items/areas could use a decor refresh - for example our jetted tub was a bit stained. Breakfast was good. Extra $10 per day charge for parking
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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