Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

Property class: 3

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Exterior
Lobby
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Californian cuisine, pool views
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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2051 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA, 92106
  • Place, Shelter Island
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Humphreys Concerts by the Bay
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator, Marina View

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

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

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(67 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator, Marina View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(56 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

Standard Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (View)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

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

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

King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Two Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

Mobility Accessible King Room

  • Sleeps 2

King Room with Marina View

  • Sleeps 2

Two Queen Room with Marina View

  • Sleeps 4

Casa Del Mar King Room with Water View

  • Sleeps 2

Mobility Accessible Two Queen Room with Roll in Shower

  • Sleeps 4

Casa Marina King Room with Water View

  • Sleeps 2

Casa Marina Two Queen Room with Water View

  • Sleeps 4

Mobility Accessible Two Queen Studio Suite with View

  • Sleeps 4

Casa Del Mar Mini King Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Casa Del Mar Mini Two Queen Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 4

Mobility Accessible Mini King Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 3

King Suite with Marina View

  • Sleeps 4

Two Queen Suite with Scenic View

  • Sleeps 6

King Suite with Scenic View

  • Sleeps 4

Two Queen Suite with Marina View

  • Sleeps 6

Casa Del Mar Two Queen Studio Suite with Water View

  • Sleeps 4

Casa Del Mar Building Marina View King Suite

  • Sleeps 3

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

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

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub, View, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Suite-1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub, Sofabed, Kitchen, Patio, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

Casa Del Mar King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Casa Del Mar Two Queen Room With Water View

  • Sleeps 4

Casa Del Mar Mini Two Queen Studio Suite With Water View

  • Sleeps 4

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

  • Sleeps 4

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Interior Entrance, Microwave And Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 4

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Interior Entrance, Microwave And Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2

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

  • Sleeps 2

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

  • Sleeps 4

Suite-2 Queen Beds,Nsmk,Marnvw,Fullkt,Living,Patio,Sofbd

  • Sleeps 2

Suite-1 King Bed,Nsmk,Scncvw,Fullkt,Living,Sofbd,Wifint

  • Sleeps 2

Suite-1 King Bed,Nsmk,Casadm,Marinavw,2Rms,2Ndbth,Sofabed

  • Sleeps 2

Suite-1 King Bed,Nsmk,Marnvw,Fullkt,Living,Patio,Sofbd

  • Sleeps 2

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About this property

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

Along with a marina, this smoke-free hotel has 2 outdoor pools and a restaurant. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a fitness centre, outdoor tennis courts and a 24-hour business centre are on-site. Housekeeping is available on request.
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina offers 227 accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves.

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

2 outdoor tennis courts and a marina are featured at the hotel. 2 outdoor swimming pools and 2 hot tubs are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include massages.
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Naval Base Coronado. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas, plus 2 outdoor pools and a restaurant.
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy Californian cuisine and pool views while dining at Blue Wave Bar & Grill
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the 2 outdoor pools or soak in the 2 hot tubs
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes 2 outdoor tennis courts and a gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the pool and the restaurant
  • Steps from Shelter Island and San Diego Bay
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 centre. There's a restaurant on site. Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre 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 metres) 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 3-star San Diego hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Blue Wave Bar & Grill – Overlooking the pool, this restaurant specialises in Californian cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (USD 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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

Restaurants on site

  • Blue Wave Bar & Grill

Things to do

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 6 meeting rooms
  • 6,500 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Marina
  • On the bay
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Spa

  • In-room massages

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
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 12 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • 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

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with cable channels

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

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

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1043 out of 1613 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 343 out of 1613 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 127 out of 1613 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1613 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 1613 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Draque

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Always enjoy coming to this place. Have stayed here a number of times. Great staff, great views from every room, and great restaurant/bar!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

MARTINA

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Jani

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
The best thing about this hotel is the location. There was a horrible smell radiating from the bathroom sink. When we first walked into the room, the smell hit us hard. Thank goodness there was a window in the bedroom that opened up to air it out. But we had to make sure that we kept the bathroom door closed throughout our trip so that it wouldn’t smell up the room. Another unfortunate thing is that there’s no coffee inside the room. They have coffee in the lobby that doesn’t become available until 7 AM. That was extremely inconvenient for us. We are early risers. We wake up around five or six. Also where we live we’re an hour ahead of California. So our natural alarm clock was waking us up very early. And having to wait until 7 o’clock to go get coffee just didn’t make any sense. It’s not like there wasn’t somebody in the lobby working. So I don’t understand why they couldn’t just turn it on. There’s another hotel down the road called Humphries. We ate dinner there one night and that is where we’ll be staying the next time we plan a trip to San Diego.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Aisha

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean, jamul

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed one night the room was clean everything worked I had no complaints at all and a beautiful view of the harbor. I did not pay extra for the beautiful view but it appears most all rooms have a nice view of either the harbor or the boats that are moored depending on which direction you're facing
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Jeff

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was lied to several times about a charge and when i reached out to ask about it I was treated rudely and the person didn't give a damn about me.I will never stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room very clean. Great location. Front desk was out of pool towels frequently. We had a small leak in our ceiling the one night it rained. Informed the front desk.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great staff was very nice
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Trudianne

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was not up to date, the bed was tough, the buildings are far spread. The doors are heavy and you can hear every door slam. The property was not as nice as I had hoped for. The restaurant had tvs for football games but as we walked in the tvs were not working and it said to pay your bill please contact us. Football playoff weekend and no tv?
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

sergio zamora

El cessation necesita ser mas variate y aggregate frutas y cereals y mucho mas es un ligation en muy buena zona pero en comida queso adever
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

April

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Trudianne

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Rooms were ok. Bed no comfortable, asked questions on booking didnt listen to what I had to say expect for you booked 3rd party so we cant help you. The doors in the hotel are heavy and slam every few minutes. It was the luxury or niceness I thought I was going to have per the reviews on website. Late check out because my husband was sick walked into our room at least 3 times before 12.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Mary

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Rooms carpet old and lots of dust behind beds and nightstand, beds were ok, property needs updates including doors to outside, cracks to outside
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph, Bridgewater

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place.very clean great for family would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

William Bear

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy, Harrisonville

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, location, staff, and amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Griselda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean. We have stayed there quite a bit and are always satisfied.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Very quiet. Our room was very spacious. Staff went above and beyond to make our stay wonderful. We bought breakfast 2x and both were very good. Large portions. Had one dinner and it was great. Service was very timely. Guacamole was made table side. Awesome location. Hope to return!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michelle

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was dirty, hair in both sinks, hair on toilet seat, the floor looked like it wasn’t vacuumed. Both sinks in bathroom wouldn’t drain, the toilet sounded like a vacuum when you flushed it. The phone kept ringing non stop everyday and when you answered it, no one was there. They stopped their coffee machine at 10am in the lobby. The worst experience I’ve ever had at a hotel, will NEVER stay there again and will not recommend that hotel to anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Great staff and facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We have been staying in your resort for the last 8 years! We always have a great time! I love that you upgraded your tv to a smart tv! Thank you! Now I wish your beds would be upgrade along with pillows and comforters! Other than that! It’s always nice to be back and staff are always very helpful and friendly! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved how big these rooms were! Little kitchenette. The bathrooms had beautiful tiles. Lots of counter space. Beds were very comfortable, and loved the height on them. Each room had theor own balcony with great views!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025