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BEST WESTERN PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina

3.0 of 5
2051 Shelter Island Drive, San Diego, CA 92106
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Ranked #21 of 246 hotels in San Diego
4.5 of 5 stars 763 Reviews
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • Casa del(22)
  • Very nice(18)
  • FREE parking(17)
  • Hot tub(14)
  • Old town(11)
  • Sea World(11)
  • Pool area(10)
  • Blue Wave(9)
  • Friendly and helpful(8)
  • Flat screen TV(5)
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Tauranga, New Zealand
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

My husband and I and our 2 daughters aged 7 and 9 have just spent 7 nights at the Island Palms. We found it a great place to stay with great facilities for a family. Kids really enjoyed the pool which even had some pool toys. Rooms were nice with a seperate bedroom with 2 queen beds in it so... More

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Long Island, New York
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18 reviews 18 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

We took the advice of other reviewers and booked a room 2nd floor w balcony with view of marina. LOVED IT. Price was great. The jacuzzi was real steamy. Pool small but no one in it. Humphreys half moon was down the street and were partying. Glad I didn't book there and Humphreys was more money. Shelter Island is close... More

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essex england
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
44 helpful votes 44 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

We booked 3 nights here as we liked the look of the location and the hotel,when we arrived the reception staff were very nice and said they had upgraded our room,the room was gorgeous with lovely decor,it was very large with 2 huge beds that were very comfortable,the room was very clean,the wardrobe was a very small cupboard but had... More

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Cambridge
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

We spent a week at this property for a special occasion and from start to finish the front desk staff were amazing. Danny and Chris deserve a special mention as they were wonderful. We were put in a beautiful, quiet room which was exactly what we were looking for on this special trip. The grounds were beautiful, calm and quiet,... More

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L.A.
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

Recently stayed 2 nights at the Best Western Island Palms. We were there for our Son's graduation from University. The property is a long stretch of different buildings and we were in the Casa Marina Bldg at the far end next to the tennis courts. Room was very nice and clean and bed was comfortable. I thought they were a... More

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3 reviews 3 reviews
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

My partner and I stayed here for 5 nights and had a great stay. The hotel has been under renovation and has some clean and up to date rooms with nice decor. It's probably best to book a room with a view over the marina as there are hundreds of boats to look at and the sun drops on that... More

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Indianapolis, Indiana
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10 reviews 10 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW
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My husband and I stayed at this hotel when vacationing in San Diego. Ussualy I prefere luxury places with Spa and Fitness activities, but we were here to see the city and enjoy the wonderful weather! This was a perfect spot for that! We went sightseeing during the day and after dinner we enjoyed the wonderful view and San Diego... More

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Boston, Massachusetts
2 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW
1
person found this review helpful

My husband and I enjoyed four days at the Best Western Island Palms Hotel and Marina on Shelter Island in February 2012. Everything was perfect! The staff was so friendly and accomodating...The room had a beautiful view of the Marina. Food was delicious.. Enjoy the outdoor fireplace by the pool at night..A great way to end the day...Can not wait... More

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London, England
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW
2
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A nice hotel in a central location in San Diego (10 mins drive from downtown or Sea World). Lovely views of the marina from our room (127). Fantastic service especially in the bar/restaurant, and the rooms were immaculately clean. The pool and hot tub were very nice. One word of warning, if you are in a downstairs room you can... More

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Washington
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW
2
people found this review helpful

Spent two days recently in San Diego visiting family and needed a place to stay. Reading other reviews on tripadvisor.com it sounded like this was the place to stay. Check in was quick - we were booked in the Casa Marina building with the marina view. Glad that we selected the quieter marinarather than the water view side as it... More

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Address: 2051 Shelter Island Drive, San Diego, CA 92106
Price range (per night):* INR7,768 - 14,298

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