Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, 7-minute walk to Doheny State Beach

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Terrace/patio
Lobby
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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34280 Pacific Coast Hwy, Dana Point, CA, 92629
  • Place, Lantern Bay County Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Doheny State Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Dana Point Harbor
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(26 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (with Sofabed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

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

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Larger Room)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Accessible-1 King, Mobility Accessible, Roll In Shower, Larger Room, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Accessible-Suite King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub, Sofabed, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 3

1 Queen Bed, Non-Smoking, High Speed Internet Access, Coffee Maker, Hairdryer, Iron and Ironing Board

  • Sleeps 2

Suite-2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, 2 Room, Sofabed, Balcony, Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 5

King Suite

  • Sleeps 2

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, High Speed Internet Access, Coffee Maker, Hairdryer, Iron and Ironing Board

  • Sleeps 2

King Room with Refrigerator-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, High Speed Internet Access, Coffee Maker, Hairdryer, Iron and Ironing Board

  • Sleeps 4

Suite-1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, 2 Room, Sofabed, Balcony, Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 3

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 4

Standard King Room-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

King Suite With Balcony-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 3

Standard Queen Room-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Dana Point

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel places you within a 15-minute stroll of popular sights such as Doheny State Beach and Dana Point Harbor. This 87-room hotel has conveniences like free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • Lantern Bay County Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • North Day Use Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Doheny State Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Dana Point Harbor - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Ocean Institute - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • San Juan Capistrano Depot - 11 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Doho Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Denny's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Turk's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Del Taco - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

Hotel with free breakfast, 7-minute walk to Doheny State Beach
At Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel, guests enjoy an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Self parking is available for USD 25 per night. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with sightseeing, directions, and local dining recommendations. Additional amenities include conference space, a 24-hour business center, and a computer station.
Guests can expect to find 37-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and free local calls are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 25 per night)

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 678 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Terrace

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
  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

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

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 40 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 150 per stay)
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Self parking fee: USD 25 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 40 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 150 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel?

Based on positive ratings, guests enjoy the hotel's walkable location in Dana Point, and it's within a 10-minute walk of Doheny State Beach, Lantern Bay County Park, and North Day Use Beach. You'll also find Mission San Juan Capistrano and Dana Point Harbor within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel?

As of Nov 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel on Dec 10, 2025 start from $113.52, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there parking available at Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel?

Yes, parking is offered for USD 25 per night.

Does Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel feature a casino?

No, Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool plus some guestrooms include jetted bathtubs and pillowtop mattresses.

Are there hot tubs at Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel?

Yes, this hotel offers private indoor spa tubs in some guestrooms.

Does Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel offers free full breakfasts each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel for a fee of USD 40 per accommodation, per day.

Does Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel?

The closest major airport to Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel is John Wayne Airport (SNA), which is 23.8 mi away (26 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel?

Yes, some guestrooms at Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel offer a balcony.

Reviews

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 532 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 275 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 116 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1006 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Sundeep

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking was hard for me, very tight. Low toilet in bathroom. Otherwise, staff was very friendly, hotel clean and comfy. Loud in room due to traffic. I’d stay there again. Breakfast was very good
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

William P

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Hans

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Guohong

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Richard

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Cris

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam, Juno Beach

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a very good experience. Quiet. Clean. Walkable to shopping & dining
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We arrived a couple of hours earlier. The male staff member, Mike, helped us with an early check-in. After I requested to change to a non-roadside room for quietness, he immediately accommodated my request. My stay was enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for 3 nights and enjoyed our stay. The towels were changed every day and the trash taken away, but the beds weren’t made up or any cleaning done as far as I could see. You have to pay for parking which we didn’t know about.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bria

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This is a very nice hotel. Clean and friendly. The only issue is that the bathtub is very high and very unsafe!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tillie

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Hotel only has pillows with feathers so had to bring my own pillows due to allergies to feathers. The room and bed smelled like an animal has went to the bathroom on right at the head of the bed. Requested for a quiet room but ended up on the noisy side of the building right by a main highway.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

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

Good choice.

Easy check in. Reasonable parking price. Normal hot breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malaura

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

Terrific, Comfortable Stay!

The bed was truly comfortable! The television provided news, movies, and a variety of shows. We used the laundry facilities; they were outstanding. Breakfast was delicious and the service was helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tesha, Glendora

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

cristina

Traveled with family
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Gail

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked having a separate room for relaxing so kids can sleep and parents can stay up without leaving the room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Yuneisy, Miami

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A good option if staying 1-2 days in Dana Point.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Megan

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Please make sure that there is no bugs at all in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

IANA

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025