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Welcome to Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

A Tranquil, Waterfront Shelter Island Hotel in San Diego, CA

Let your Shelter Island Hotel adventure begin on San Diego’s Hawaiian Isle! The Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina is a well-appointed waterfront hotel surrounded by the deep blue waters of San Diego's Big Bay and enveloped by lush, tropical landscaping.  You are cordially invited to savor sunny days, starlit nights and the cool sea breeze at our island retreat.
 
Your island escape will feature warm, friendly hospitality and personalized service with spectacular views of The San Diego Bay, Downtown Skyline, and our own private mega yacht marina as your backdrop.  The Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina is home to Blue Wave Bar & Grill, a waterfront restaurant and lounge that offers a decadent variety of tropically inspired dishes.  Our many amenities including private tennis courts, two tropical pools, complimentary WiFi and close proximity to everything in San Diego makes our resort the perfect refuge for today’s traveler.  

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Blue Wave Bar & Grill - Our San Diego Restaurant

Delicious California coastal cuisine is what you'll experience at the hotel's own Blue Wave Bar & Grill. This casual fine dining establishment is open every day for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, serving up both main dishes and small plates along with incredible marina views. Enjoy the beautiful view of Point Loma paired with the delectable flavors of tropically inspired cuisine created by Executive Chef, Andrew Mroz. Relax and unwind around a great meal.

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Island Palms Guest Room

From $139 Book Now
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Island Palms Marina View

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Casa Del Mar Guest Room

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Casa Del Mar Water View

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Casa Marina Guest Room

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Casa Marina Guest Room Water View

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Coastal-Inspired San Diego Lodging

The guest rooms and suites at Island Palms are a perfect combination of tranquility and modern conveniences. These non-smoking accommodations will warm you with their island-inspired décor that features little touches like imported furnishings and plantation shutters. For added room, our one-bedroom suites will make you feel right at home with their separate living areas, fully-equipped kitchens, and private patios that deliver amazing marina and San Diego Bay views.

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    Casa Del Mar Jr. Suite

    From $199 Book Now
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    Casa Del Mar Jr. Suite Water View

    From $209 Book Now
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    Stylish Extended Stays In San Diego

    Find your peaceful oasis in San Diego, surrounded by Mediterranean-style architecture and the thoughtful appointments of Casa Del Mar's waterfront accommodations. Select from a wide array of spacious guest rooms and one- and two-bedroom suites, including your own private patio or balcony, imported furnishings, and full kitchens. Guests also enjoy access to a private outdoor heated pool, spa, and an outdoor fireplace overlooking the water and marina.

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      Centrally located on San Diego’s Shelter Island, our stunning, waterfront banquet halls and event facilities make The Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel and Marina the perfect destination for your business or social event. 

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      5/5 Great Service

      Best bartender ever. Service with a smile and quick and accommodate. Good selection of local beers. Helpful and attentive staff. Great atmosphere if you are new to the area.

      Richard, Google, January 2023

      5/5 Friendly Staff

      The staff is friendly and helpful and they bend over backward
      to make sure you have everything you need. Our room was super clean and comfortable! The hotel restaurant is very good and reasonably priced....

      Merry, Google, March 2023

      Feels like home

      I have been coming here for years with the family and always enjoy the place so much. It feels like a second home to us at this point. Part of what I love about the hotel is the great customer service --- which is led by the ever helpful Danny at the front desk. Best place in San Diego to stay.

      Jim, Google, March 2023

      5/5 Great Stay

      Great stay for business trip, Teresa in the lounge was a great source of local information and very courteous, entire staff was actually great. Comfortable room, great location for walking.

      Brett, Google, March 2023

      Love Island Palms!

      I have been going here with my wife for the past 5 years. We love this place. I have no complaints. Danny is truly the best and one of the main reasons we come back again and again...We love the junior suite. Totally worth it. Love the room ,the amenities the view, everything.
      Love the luau and the pina coladas!...

      MH, Google, April 2023

      Great Location!

      Great location, great hotel. Beautiful views. Moat rooms seem to have a bay and marina view. Plenty of bars and restaurants within walking distance. Beautiful grounds. Friendly staff. The room was very clean and comfortable. There is a beach right across the street...

      Chad, Google, April 2023

      A Beautiful Hotel Near the Water

      Our room was lovely. Right across from the bay. Watching a Navy ship maneuvered by tug boats out of port in the am and back in the afternoon. Walking park across the street. Amenities; restaurant/bar, heated pool, 2 hot tubs, gift shop,and waterfront or marina views. Not far from /Old Town and Ocean Beach.

      Teresa, Google, June 2023

      5/5 Excellent

      Hotel was excellent, the rooms were very nice and the staff friendly and helpful. Close to everything we were interested in visiting.

      Sherwood, Google, June 2023

      Great Location and Views

      Location was great, lovely views, great pools and amenities. Blue Wave restaurant was great, Sunday brunch was the best. Very friendly staff and good sized rooms and bathrooms, very clean. Clinton at the front desk was awesome. They even held our bags after check out so we could do some more sight seeing until our flight later that night.

      Grant, Google, August 2023