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Kona Kai San Diego

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Dates

May 2026

June 2026

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Location
Policies

Very good

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On private beach
Free Wi-Fi

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1551 Shelter Island Drive, San Diego, CA, 92106

Place, Shelter Island
‪1 min walk‬
Place, San Diego Bay
‪1 min walk‬
Place, Humphreys Concerts by the Bay
‪19 min walk‬
Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
‪11 min drive‬

Room options

Bayview King

Bay view
32 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Bayview Two Queen

Excellent

Bay view
32 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Marina View King

Excellent

Marina view
32 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Marina View Two Queen

Very good

Marina view
32 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Deluxe King

Very good

Resort view
32 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Deluxe Two Queen

Very good

Resort view
32 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Junior Suite

Exceptional

Resort view
35 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Waterfront Fireplace Junior Suite

Very good

Bay view
39 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Marina View Junior Suite Two Queen

Exceptional

Marina view
39 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Bayview Junior Suite Two Queen

Excellent

Bay view
39 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Marina View Junior Suite King

Marina view
39 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Bayview Junior Suite King

Very good

Bay view
39 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Fire Pit Junior Suite

Resort view
39 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Mobility/Hearing Accessible King

Resort view
29 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Waterview One Bedroom Suite

Marina view
60 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Kona Kai One Bedroom Suite

Marina view
60 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Pool
Spa pool
Free Wi-Fi
Restaurant

includes taxes & fees

13 May - 14 May

About the area

San Diego

Located in San Diego (Point Loma), Kona Kai San Diego is within a 15-minute drive of Old Town San Diego State Park and USS Midway Museum. .This beach hotel is 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from Cabrillo National Monument and 6 mi (9.6 km) from Balboa Park.

What's nearby

Shelter Island - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
San Diego Bay - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Humphreys Concerts by the Bay - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
San Diego Yacht Club - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
USS Midway Museum - 17 min drive - 10.1 km

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
‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
‪Better Buzz Coffee - ‬5 min drive
‪Mitch's Seafood - ‬4 min drive
‪CZ GALLEY ASW BASE - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Kona Kai San Diego

Kona Kai San Diego offers 170 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and safes. 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 phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

A private beach and a marina are featured at the hotel. 2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a hot tub. Other recreational amenities include a steam room and a fitness center.

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

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.

Make yourself at home in one of the 170 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and iPod docking stations. Rooms have private balconies or patios. 42-inch flat-screen televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers.

Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. After dipping into one of the 2 outdoor pools, you can spend some time at the private beach. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.

You can enjoy a meal at Vessel Restaurant and Bar serving the guests of Kona Kai San Diego, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Wind down with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges or 2 poolside bars. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM and on weekends from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee.

Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in San Diego? This hotel has 56000 square feet (5203 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 5 meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM and on weekends between 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM.

Vessel Restaurant and Bar - Overlooking the pool, this restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.

Paloma Pool Bar - This poolside bar serves light fare only. Open select days.

Tiki Bar - This poolside bar serves light fare only. A children's menu is available. Open select days.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

Electric car charging station on site
Parking on site (USD 54.88 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Limited on-site self parking
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

Restaurants on site

Paloma Pool Bar
Tiki Bar
Vessel Restaurant and Bar

Things to do

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

Family friendly

2 outdoor pools
In-room refrigerator
Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
ATM
Gift shop/newsstand
Luggage storage

Guest services

Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Proposal/romance packages
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services

Business services

24-hour business centre
5 meeting rooms
Computer station
Conference centre (56,000 square foot of space)

Outdoors

Beach cabanas (surcharge)
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Garden
Marina
On a private beach
On the bay
On the boardwalk/promenade
Pool cabanas (surcharge)
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace

Full-service spa

6 treatment rooms
Aromatherapy
Body scrubs
Body wraps
Couples treatment rooms
Deep-tissue massages
Facials
Hot stone massages
Hot tub
Manicures/pedicures
Prenatal massages
Spa open daily
Sports massages
Steam room
Swedish massages

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
Lift
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible gym
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible spa

3 floors
8 buildings
Ballroom
Built in 1959
Fireplace in lobby
Reception hall
Smoke-free property
Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

Blackout drapes
Pillow menu
Premium bedding

Bathroom

Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels provided

Entertainment

42-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels
IPod dock
Pay films

Food and drink

Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
Refrigerator

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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 113 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 170 per stay)

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

2 total (up to 65 lbs per pet)

Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 33.00 to 100 per person
Self parking fee: USD 54.88 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

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

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa

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

Kona Kai San Diego Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Susan

6 Feb 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

Great room. Helpful staff. Fabulous location

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brittney

2 Feb 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

The staff was great. I got “stuck” an extra day due to east coast weather and they were so helpful!

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lisa, OREGON CITY

31 Jan 2026

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Lindsay

Travelled with group

26 Jan 2026

Liked: Cleanliness

The room had thin walls. Parking lot view

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Jeff

25 Jan 2026

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Staff & service

Comfortable rooms and beautiful grounds. The hotel was understaffed from check in to the restaurant and quite rude. Check in took a while due to understaffed front desk (~15 minutes). I asked for a late checkout and the staff scoffed at me. At breakfast staff wouldn’t let me sit at any of the numerous open tables (it’s a buffet) and made me wait around 10 minutes for a table. All in all good property, sub par experience.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Erika

19 Jan 2026

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

Nice staff

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Veronica

19 Jan 2026

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Christopher

16 Jan 2026

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sophia

14 Jan 2026

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Marcia Da

11 Jan 2026

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cesar

11 Jan 2026

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Sara

Travelled with family

3 Jan 2026

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Disliked: Cleanliness

There was no clarification that you would pay a resort fee as well as a $50 parking fee. When we booked the hotel we were only aware of the resort fee. Very disappointing to have that thrown at us unexpectedly.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Donna

29 Dec 2025

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

We booked this room specifically for the bathtub and the water pressure was so bad. The bathtub did not hold water. The drain didn’t work. The air conditioning was on stuck on. We had to call maintenance three times. The heater would not work. This was the worst experience I slept with my jacket and shoes on because the room was so cold.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Taylor

Travelled with partner

25 Dec 2025

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

Toilet seat wasn’t attached to the bowl, and there was a lot of banging around in the morning. Other than that property was great and staff were all very kind.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Samantha

Travelled with family

22 Dec 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

I paid $38 each for the brunch buffet. However, the restaurant actually ran out of food! Isn't that amazing? On top of it, there wasn't any plates available. This is first time ever I encountered a buffet ran out of food. The room is also on the small side. It has a huge bathroom for some reasons but the rest is quite small.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Yvonne

16 Dec 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Ernie, San Diego

Business traveller

9 Dec 2025

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

I’ve always wondered about this hotel on the bay, besides the view you get, the aesthetics of it was great! However, first experience wasn’t what I expected. Checked in using the kiosk they had, and unfortunately got stuck while making my room key. I then stood in line to finish the process at the front desk. Was told a room number, and even double checked what he wrote on the card sleeve, and walked to that room to open it up, and encountered a do not disturb sign hanging. Figured I do my due diligence and try a different room that had the first and last 2 of the same numbers and it worked. However, when I walked in, I was a bit confused as to why it wasn’t the layout I requested and book (but was never communicated regarding the change at the front desk). I decided to go back to the front desk and addressed the issue with another employee, and asked him about the room number first since I was confused why I was told different. I then asked why didn’t the other employee tell me when checking me in, and he said so the guests don’t walk away. Honestly, I would rather be told up front rather than walk into a surprise. I asked if the room layout I requested is available, and he said unfortunately they’re all sold out after trying to accommodate my request. I just dealt with the change and went back to the room since I was already exhausted. Room was mediocre at best for the price, and the parking at $50. I would’ve been nice to get accommodated for the change w/o notice!

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

4 Dec 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Dylan

4 Dec 2025

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

12 Nov 2025

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

Room nicely appointed. Great view of boats. Service and food at conference was very good. I had a very enjoyable stay

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

10 Nov 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great spot. Was a dream.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

April

4 Nov 2025

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

3 Nov 2025

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jessica

3 Nov 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Nadine

3 Nov 2025

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

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About this property

Kona Kai San Diego

Property amenities

Internet

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Food and drink

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Family friendly

Conveniences

Guest services

Business services

Outdoors

Full-service spa

Accessibility

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Entertainment

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Pets

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