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Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

3.0 star property
Hotel near Marine Corps Recruit Depot in San Diego

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Welcome to our lobby, featuring a spacious area with a central counter, pendant lights, and a tropical mural.
Relax on the deck with a view of the marina, surrounded by comfortable seating and umbrellas.
Relax in a comfortable seating area with a sofa and armchair, perfect for socializing or unwinding.
Stunning building with a unique design, featuring a sloped roof and large windows, surrounded by a beautifully maintained garden.
Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, flat-screen TV, and city view.

Popular amenities

  • Gym

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2051 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA, 92106
  • Shelter Island
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Humphreys Concerts by the Bay
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

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

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

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Marina View (with Sofabed)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator, Marina View (Refrigerator)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(36 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

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

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

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

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

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

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(75 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator, Marina View (Refrigerator)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(46 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, Marina View (Living Room;with Sofabed)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(59 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Living Room;with Sofabed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(24 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Marina View (Living Room;with Sofabed)

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Marina View (Living Room;with Sofabed)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Living Room;with Sofabed)

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Living Room;with Sofabed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Standard Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (with Sofabed)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

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

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

View all photos for Standard Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, View

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Standard Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, View

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

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

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

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

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

View all photos for Standard Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Bathtub)

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Bathtub)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

Seaside stay .At this Point Loma hotel, you'll be well placed to visit San Diego Bay and Shelter Island, both within a 5-minute walk. Marine Corps Recruit Depot and Naval Base Coronado are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Shelter Island - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Humphreys Concerts by the Bay - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot - 7 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • USS Midway Museum - 10 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • San Diego Convention Center - 11 min drive - 6.7 miles

Getting around

  • County Center - Little Italy Station - 9 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 16 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Point Loma Seafoods - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Bali Hai Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Better Buzz Coffee Point Loma - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mitch's Seafood - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

Hotel near Marine Corps Recruit Depot in San Diego
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina offers its guests a marina, 2 outdoor swimming pools, and 2 hot tubs along with outdoor tennis courts and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and 6 meeting rooms.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 6500 square feet (604 square meters) and includes conference space. Spa services, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina. Parking is available for a fee.

This San Diego hotel is smoke free.

  • 227 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 12 buildings
  • 6500 sq ft of conference space
  • 604 sq m of conference space
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • 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
  • Wedding services available
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina offers 227 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 42-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding, and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • 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 14 to 34 for adults and USD 10 to 15 for children
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 hot tubs
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Gym

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
  • 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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 14 to 34 for adults, and USD 10 to 15 for children
  • Self parking fee: USD 25 per night (in/out privileges)
  • 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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Cashless transactions are available
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 cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 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

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • 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 Island
Best Western Island Hotel
Best Western Island Palms
Best Western Island Palms Hotel
Best Western Plus Island Palms
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel San Diego
Best Western Plus Palms
Island Palms
Island Palms Hotel
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel And Marina
Best Western San Diego
Best Western Plus Island Palms San Diego
San Diego Best Western
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel Marina

Frequently asked questions

How close is Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina to the airport?

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina is 3.7 mi (15-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 Island Palms Hotel & Marina?

As of Jul 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina on Aug 19, 2025 start from $127.44, 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 Island Palms Hotel & Marina have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina.

How close is Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina to the beach?

This hotel is 6.4 mi (21-min drive) from Mission Beach and 12.8 mi (36-min drive) from Coronado Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 14 and 34 for adults, USD 10 and 15 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina?

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

Does Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina have a pool?

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina features 2 outdoor pools.

Does Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina have a restaurant?

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina is home to Blue Wave Bar & Grill, which features Californian cuisine, pool views, and al fresco dining.

Does Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina have a spa?

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

How close is Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina to downtown San Diego?

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina is 3.8 mi away from San Diego.

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 964 out of 1548 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 360 out of 1548 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 122 out of 1548 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 1548 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 1548 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Danny, Rathdrum

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Left the location, but it’s starting to show its age.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Dunnie

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness
Lovely area. Hotel is very outdated, beds decent comfortable but the room smelled like humidity very bad was almost unbearable
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet location that is close to all of San Diego’s attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Judy

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Yucaipa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Huge room with a great shower! We loved sitting on the balcony and looking out over the marina.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Amber

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

Location great!

Great location. Rooms are spacious. We were bottom floor so super loud upstairs neighbors. Lock did not work on door. No trashcan in bathroom. Nice to walk grounds. Good value.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry, Spokane

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Great location on the water
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole, Oakland

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very comfortable. Thin walls / ceiling.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views of San Diego bay
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is our 5th visit to this property. Love the area and our view from the room was wonderful. This was the first time we had to wait to check in and the first time a staff member was rude ! But besides that, we definitely will be back again !!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Qiana

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

BW Island Palm Hotel and Marina stay

The property is well kept. Nice atmosphere, comfortable and clean. I will book another stay again soon! Ocean view was amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow, great time, great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Loved Shellter Island

It was an overall excellent stay mostly due to the location. Shellter island is so close to everything yet very picturesque. The hotel does manage to offer alot to help you enjoy your stay (two pools, hot tubs, tennis courts, bicycle, etc)
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for night, no issues to report. I wasn’t a fan of the single coffee maker in the lobby. There was a line to get a cup of coffee.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Blin

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy

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

10/10 Excellent

Trina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025