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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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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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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

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

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

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

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

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

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

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

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

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (with Sofabed) | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

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 Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

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

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed) | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

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

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

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed) | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

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

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

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

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

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

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 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, free cribs/infant beds

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

  • 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

  • Lantern Bay County Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • North Day Use Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Doheny State Beach - 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 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Denny's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Turk's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Del Taco - ‬1 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. Event space at this hotel measures 678 square feet (63 square meters) and includes conference space. 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
  • 678 sq ft of conference space
  • 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.

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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 25 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 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.
  • 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 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

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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 Nov 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel on Nov 24, 2025 start from $113.52, 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 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. 531 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 273 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1003 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

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

Pam, Juno Beach

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a very good experience. Quiet. Clean. Walkable to shopping & dining
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We arrived a couple of hours earlier. The male staff member, Mike, helped us with an early check-in. After I requested to change to a non-roadside room for quietness, he immediately accommodated my request. My stay was enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for 3 nights and enjoyed our stay. The towels were changed every day and the trash taken away, but the beds weren’t made up or any cleaning done as far as I could see. You have to pay for parking which we didn’t know about.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bria

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This is a very nice hotel. Clean and friendly. The only issue is that the bathtub is very high and very unsafe!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tillie

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Hotel only has pillows with feathers so had to bring my own pillows due to allergies to feathers. The room and bed smelled like an animal has went to the bathroom on right at the head of the bed. Requested for a quiet room but ended up on the noisy side of the building right by a main highway.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

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

Good choice.

Easy check in. Reasonable parking price. Normal hot breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malaura

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

Terrific, Comfortable Stay!

The bed was truly comfortable! The television provided news, movies, and a variety of shows. We used the laundry facilities; they were outstanding. Breakfast was delicious and the service was helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tesha, Glendora

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

cristina

Traveled with family
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Gail

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked having a separate room for relaxing so kids can sleep and parents can stay up without leaving the room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Yuneisy, Miami

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A good option if staying 1-2 days in Dana Point.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Megan

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Please make sure that there is no bugs at all in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

IANA

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

laurie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Andrea

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Eh no

Honestly was dirty . I could hear everything my neighbors above me and next to me.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Shannon

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

Anniversary Beach Getaway

Front desk staff was very nice, got a free upgrade & welcome gift since it was our Anniversary. Very convenient location, could see the beach from our balcony. Love the jetted big bathtub and comfy bed. We have stayed here 4 or 5 times & it's a favorite :)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gianna

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barb

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

4/10 Poor

Tina

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

vacation gone bad

Planned this trip of a lifetime to do some deep sea fishing and enjoy the beech, had this hotel booked for months and when we arrived into town after hours of driving 2 hours early we called to see if we could check in early and they said to check with them at 2 we called back and they said check in was 3 so we ate killed some time and went in at 3 , room still not ready and they hoped it would be ready in 30 minutes it was not ready until 3:45 . Seemed to be a big event at this hotel and we were not part of it so we took a back seat that's fine. room was very dated , jacuzzi tub leaked. We checked out the next day due to family emergency and we got charged for having to leave early even though I am pretty sure they had no problem renting the room ,the parking at this hotel is a nightmare . Very pretty on the outside but we will not stay here again way to much money for what you get.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025