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Kona Kai San Diego

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront hotel near Cabrillo National Monument

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2 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)
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Outdoor wedding area

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping

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1551 Shelter Island Drive, San Diego, CA, 92106
  • Place, Shelter Island
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, SeaWorld
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, USS Midway Museum
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Bayview King | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Bayview King

  • 344 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Bayview Two Queen

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Marina View King | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Marina View King

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Marina View Two Queen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe King

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Two Queen

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Junior Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Waterfront Fireplace Junior Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 420 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Marina View Junior Suite Two Queen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 420 sq ft
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Bayview Junior Suite Two Queen

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Marina View Junior Suite King | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Marina View Junior Suite King

  • 420 sq ft
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Bayview Junior Suite King | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Bayview Junior Suite King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Fire Pit Junior Suite

  • 420 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Mobility/Hearing Accessible King | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Mobility/Hearing Accessible King

  • 315 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Waterview One Bedroom Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Waterview One Bedroom Suite

  • 645 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Kona Kai One Bedroom Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Kona Kai One Bedroom Suite

  • 645 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

Beachside getaway.Your stay at this Point Loma hotel places you within 6 miles (10 km) of Old Town San Diego State Park and Cabrillo National Monument. USS Midway Museum and Seaport Village are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Shelter Island - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • SeaWorld - 10 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • USS Midway Museum - 11 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Seaport Village - 11 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • San Diego Zoo - 13 min drive - 7.9 miles

Getting around

  • County Center - Little Italy Station - 10 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 16 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bali Hai Restaurant - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Point Loma Seafoods - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Blue Wave Bar & Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Eppig Brewing Waterfront Biergarten - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Kona Kai San Diego

4-star beachfront hotel near Cabrillo National Monument
Simply walk outside to smell the salt air and watch the ocean waves from the sand beach. Hit the beach and work on your tan in the sun loungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with cabanas (surcharge) and umbrellas. At Kona Kai San Diego you can cool off in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. For a drink, you can stop by one of the onsite bars, including 2 poolside bars and 2 bars/lounges. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach hotel also offers a hot tub, a steam room, and a fitness center. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star San Diego hotel is smoke free.

  • 170 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 8 buildings
  • 2 bars by the pool
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • 56000 sq ft of conference space
  • 5203 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1959
  • Deli
  • Cabanas on the beach (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Cabanas by the pool (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Kona Kai San Diego offers 170 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature iPod docking stations and minibars. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels and pay movies. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The onsite spa has 6 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa; other services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and sports massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is equipped with a hot tub and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key Global, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Self parking on site (USD 46 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; USD 33 to 100 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 poolside bars
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Beach yoga
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat tours
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Kayaking
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Sailing
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels
  • iPod dock
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

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 113 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 170 per stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 65 lbs per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 110.00 per night
  • Resort fee: USD 60 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach access
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Business center/computer access
  • Fitness center access
  • Fitness/yoga classes
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Newspaper
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access
  • Spa access

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 buffet breakfast: approximately USD 33.00 to 100 per person
  • Self parking fee: USD 46 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 113 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 170 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 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; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • 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

Kona Kai Resort & Marina San Diego
Kona Kai Hotel San Diego
Kona Kai Resort Spa San Diego
Kona Kai Resort Spa
Kona Kai Spa San Diego
Kona Kai Spa
Kona Kai Resort San Diego

Frequently asked questions

How close is Kona Kai San Diego to the airport?

Kona Kai San Diego is 4.1 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 Kona Kai San Diego?

As of Oct 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kona Kai San Diego on Oct 26, 2025 start from $231.2, 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 Kona Kai San Diego have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Kona Kai San Diego.

How close is Kona Kai San Diego to the beach?

This hotel is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Kona Kai San Diego offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Kona Kai San Diego, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 33.00 and 100 per person. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM and weekends from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Is there a casino at Kona Kai San Diego?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Kona Kai San Diego?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Kona Kai San Diego?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 46 per night.

Does Kona Kai San Diego have a pool?

Kona Kai San Diego features 2 outdoor pools. Guests can enjoy pool access from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Kona Kai San Diego have a restaurant?

Kona Kai San Diego is home to Vessel Restaurant and Bar, which features local cuisine, pool views, and al fresco dining.

Does Kona Kai San Diego have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features beach massages, facials, and body scrubs.

How close is Kona Kai San Diego to downtown San Diego?

Kona Kai San Diego is 4.1 mi away from San Diego.

Reviews

Kona Kai San Diego Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 541 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 221 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 124 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 64 out of 1010 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teri or Mike

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

Peaceful

Very nice place to go and relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amaria

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best resort I've ever stayed in
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

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

Nice Getaway

The first night the room we had did not have the view that was pictured. We talked to the front desk and we got the BEST room with the view of the harbor. Excellent!! We were disappointed that the only breakfast offered was a buffet for $26+. We are light eaters and a bagel with fruit would have been great. We found a place down the road. I really do like this resort and we will be staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

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

2/10 Terrible

Dayna

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Danielle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was beautiful and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer L

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
The cost of the rooms plus the resort fees are NOT worth the hype. If you’re doing all the touristy attractions you spend little time at the resort. Would not stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruben

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

10/10 Excellent

Mindy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Arash

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I Didn't receive the room I paid for. I paid for a Marina View Junior Suite King. I had no view of the Marina. When I complained to the front desk I was told this was only room they had available. I would've been better off with a regular room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terrance Aikens

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kreyshia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

DAVID, Toluca Lake

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Christina

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

stephanie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view. Restaurant staff was nice. Front desk staff accommodated me when I asked for a new room since the floor first junior king bay view suite looked directly onto the parking lot. It took 2.5 hours to get a fan delivered to the room to drown out a 10 hour rave/memorial across the street. The water main broke and the room had no water/no toilet. I asked if I should move hotels and they swore it would be fixed that night. It was not, but they did not offer to find a room for me in the hotel that I could move to, even though I watched them doing that for other guests. The next day they arranged for me to move to a sister property 5 miles away but I had to check in with them every hour until they finally gave me paperwork to move (almost 24 hours later). The new hotel was Mission Bay Resort which I heard was nice, but they checked my partner and I into a 2x queen room next to the boiler room that stank so badly of mildew we could hardly stand it. The bathroom was rusty and mildewed and the ceiling was low enough to touch. But hey, the water worked. So much for a romantic vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

JohnCarlo

Liked: Cleanliness
Pictures were different than what I got,
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Noah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

marisol

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing view, lots of outdoor activities, very kind personal, i would definitely consider it against.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faris

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jordan

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

6/10 Okay

Lupe, North Las Vegas

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Not as luxurious as it’s advertised. Rooms are basic and outdated, feels dusty inside . Housekeeping staff is friendly though . Place looks old and needs a lot of updating . Their breakfast buffet is overpriced. Our room had the ‘bay view’ however it viewed the parking lot and trees lol . The building we stayed at had no elevator so we had to go through the building next to us to get to our room. And With a toddler it wasn’t convenient. Views are nice , the pool was ok . We won’t stay there again though .
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025