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BEST WESTERN PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina

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2051 Shelter Island Drive, San Diego, CA 92106
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4.5 of 5 stars 665 Reviews
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  • Casa del(19)
  • FREE parking(16)
  • Sea World(11)
  • Very nice(11)
  • Old town(10)
  • Hot tub(10)
  • Pool area(9)
  • Blue Wave(7)
  • Friendly and helpful(7)
  • Flat screen TV(5)
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Kevin A
Lakewood, Colorado
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5 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 February 2012 NEW

This hotel is fantastic!!! Convenient location, friendly staff, great view across the bay! We stayed here a couple of years ago and our first experience brought us back again. This time was just as nice. The next time we are in San Diego you will find us at the Island Palms. More

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smmcisaa
Vancouver, Canada
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21 reviews
12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 February 2012 NEW
1
person found this review helpful

We stayed here for 4 nights at the end of our California vacation. I thought the location was great, beautiful area, close enough to all attractions and amenities but still feel like you are far far away from the hustle of the city. We loved our room, free parking, LOVED the pool and hot tub and check in and out... More

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BruceWyder
Canada
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11 reviews
13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 February 2012 NEW
2
people found this review helpful

We stayed at the Best Western Island Palms prior to a cruise. The hotel is older, but well maintained, it is quite well located for local restaurants and also day trips. The landscaping is well done and the Food and Beverage are very good. The pool is interesting because of its shape and hot tub is not too hot. The... More

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janchase
London, United Kingdom
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8 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 February 2012 NEW

We had a great time at this hotel. The rooms were very comfotable, they had a good restaurant, and we enjoyed breakfast each morning (which was included in the price) overlooking the marina and the pool. We would recommend this hotel to anyone staying in the San Diego area. We would have no hesitation in returning there if we were... More

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albertst
Canberra, Australia
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46 reviews
39 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 February 2012 NEW
1
person found this review helpful

We stayed in the Casa Marina building on the 2nd floor for three nights with a fantastic view of the marina, just wonderful, it has a Hawaiian feel. Pros: The room was fresh and well furnished, comfy bed and pillows, good coffee machine. Housekeeping was meticulous, reception staff were friendly and helpful, lovely breakfast with charming staff at the restaurant,... More

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wanderingoutoftowner
New York
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4 reviews
12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 February 2012
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people found this review helpful

I booked this car/hotel package on Hotwire, so I can't really comment on the hotel's rates, but overall, since it was during the off-season, prices seemed much more reasonable. Upon arrival, I found out that we had been assigned to a ground floor unit a few steps away from the main lobby. I'm pretty bad with spatial intelligence, so it... More

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Lighthouse21
Southeast Michigan
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9 reviews
4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 February 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Stayed one night were told upon check in we were complimentary upgraded to a suite. The room may have been bigger but the view was awful. We were n the first floor on a corner and when you sat on the patio all you saw were bushes and the building next door. No marina view unless you stood up. Then... More

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Tillsonburg
Southern Ontario
2 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 February 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Just got back from staying in San Diego and really enjoyed the marina view- but the view from the ocean side would have been great too. Very clean and well- maintained rooms. The bed was very comfortable .Nice balcony. Danny at front desk was very helpful as were the others. Being on Shelter Island was quieter(except for the helicopters across... More

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BARBARA B
Chicago, Illinois
2 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 February 2012
1
person found this review helpful

My husband and I flew into San Diego last week on business. After doing lots of research and reading reviews, I booked our stay at this hotel. It was all around a wonderful experience. The room was spotless, our view was over the private marina, it was very quiet. The staff was friendly and helpful. I have no complaints and... More

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dringot
St Joseph
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4 reviews
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2012
2
people found this review helpful

This hotel was great, try to get a room on the 3rd floor on the marina side,. its beathtaking every morning when you wake up. Danny at he front desk is a gem of an employee and very accomdating. Probably would no go back to zoo,once is enough will not go back to Scripps aquarium, not worth the money. The... More

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