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Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

3.5 star property
Family-friendly 3.5-star hotel near San Diego Bay

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Lobby
Exterior
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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800 Bay Marina Dr, National City, CA, 91950
  • Place, San Diego Bay
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Naval Base San Diego
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Kimball Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(171 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

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

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

National City

Close to airport.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this hotel, you'll find San Diego Convention Center and Balboa Park. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Port of San Diego and San Diego Zoo.

What's nearby

  • San Diego Bay - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Naval Base San Diego - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Kimball Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • San Diego Convention Center - 8 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • San Diego Zoo - 11 min drive - 7.7 miles

Getting around

  • 24th St Trolley Station - 7 min walk
  • Old Town Transit Center - 14 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Family-friendly 3.5-star hotel near San Diego Bay
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel offers its guests a golf course, an outdoor pool, and a hot tub. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center, 3 meeting rooms, and coworking spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 710 square feet (66 square meters) and includes a conference center. A children's pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and spa services are also featured at the family-friendly Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel was completed in June 2022.

This 3.5-star National City hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 173 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 710 sq ft of conference space
  • 66 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2009
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel offers 173 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary weekday newspapers and irons/ironing boards. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • 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 8 to 20 for adults and USD 8 to 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • 9-hole golf course
  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle equipment shop
  • Bicycle repair station
  • Bicycle shuttle
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Children's pool
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Hot tub
  • Mini golf
  • Mountain biking
  • 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.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (72 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar in shower (36 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Vibrating pillow alarm
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity (36 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (48 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:30 PM to 7:30 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 250 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 10 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 8 to 20 for adults, and USD 8 to 20 for children
  • Pet deposit: USD 250 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting
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, Carte Blanche, Eurocard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Up to 10 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Best Western Gateway Marina
Best Western Marina Gateway
Best Western Marina Gateway Hotel
Best Western Plus Marina
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel National City
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway National City
Marina Gateway Best Western
Marina Gateway Hotel
Best Western Marina Gateway Hotel National City
Best Plus Marina Gateway
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel Hotel
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel National City
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel Hotel National City

Frequently asked questions

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

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel is 8.9 mi (17-min drive) away from the San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Mar 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel on Mar 29, 2026 start from $158, including 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 Gateway Hotel have an airport shuttle?

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

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

This hotel is 13.9 mi (19-min drive) from Mission Beach and 7.6 mi (13-min drive) from Coronado Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 8 and 20 for adults, USD 8 and 20 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

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

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Caliente Racetrack Casino (15-min drive) is nearby.

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

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in.

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

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel have a pool?

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel features an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel have a restaurant?

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel is home to Kimball's restaurant, which features American cuisine, happy hour, and brunch.

Does Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer spa services.

How close is Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel to downtown National City?

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel is 1.4 mi away from National City.

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2755 out of 3751 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 661 out of 3751 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 180 out of 3751 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 3751 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 92 out of 3751 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Betsy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly. Room was spotless and very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jose, SAN DIEGO

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

AURELIO DE LA

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Huguette

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
En general el hotel está bien, es limpio, tiene excelente ubicación y el personal brinda excelente atención, solo falta un poco de mantenimiento ya que especialmente el baño estaba un poco deteriorado
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was spotless. Staff were really nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Sergio

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

April

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect - the only thing was that I was on a non smoking room and the hallway on our way to our room smelled like weed, and our room smelled like it aswell , and when we checked out and told front desk - they kinda were not concerned and stated it might be because there’s a dispensary next door . So I’m hoping it doesn’t alway smell like that - but over all the room was clean and I like the location so I’m willing to give it another try and hope it doesn’t smell like that on my next visit .
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela, Bakersfield

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francklyn

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cesar

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

fabian

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

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne, Castaic

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

10/10 Excellent

Wayne, Castaic

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff was very nice and helpful. Restaurant right next door was very convenient. Free parking. Minutes from downtown San Diego. Great price. Definitely would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No breakfast, helpful staff, clean and comfortable room.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Chelsey

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
I’m not sure why this hotel has a 9.2 rating. It was decently clean but the bedding was very scratchy and the bed was just okay. It was fairly loud but we were on the first floor. Overall not terrible but wouldn’t recommend unless you’re going to the Sessions Lounge and you don’t want to drive afterward.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Pa-Chia

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

mohammed, APO

Liked: Cleanliness
Great friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haibo

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025