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Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

Property class: 2.5

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A hotel with a grand entrance, multiple balconies, and a staircase leading to the main entrance.
A hotel pool area with lounge chairs and a sign reading "Best Western PLUS".
A spacious living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.
A grand entrance with a white balustrade, a blue overhang, and a statue of dolphins.
A marina with boats docked, a rocky breakwater, and a coastal town in the background.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services

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
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

A hotel room with a large bed, a television, a desk with a chair, and a wardrobe.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(38 reviews)
  • 297 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a dresser, and a large window with sheer curtains.

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 371 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a TV, and a chair.

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

7.4 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)
  • 436 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with patterned curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(29 reviews)
  • 297 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a mirror, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 374 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator (Larger Room)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a dresser, and a large window with sheer curtains.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator (Larger Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 371 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator (with Single Sofabed)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator (with Single Sofabed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 436 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (Larger Room)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with patterned curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (Larger Room)

  • 390 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (Larger Room)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a wardrobe.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 314 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace (Larger Room)

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, fireplace, and patterned curtains.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace (Larger Room)

  • 426 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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 business center.

What's nearby

  • Lantern Bay County Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Doheny State Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • North Day Use Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Dana Point Harbor - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Baby Beach - 4 min drive - 1.2 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 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Wind & Sea Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪A's Burgers - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Lantern's Edge - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

Guests of Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel enjoy an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a 24-hour business center. 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 a computer station, a terrace, and a vending machine.
Guests can expect to find 37-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and free local calls are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool 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

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Self parking on site (USD 25 per night)

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station

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
  • Thin carpet in room

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

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
  • Recycling

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 (varies based on length of stay)
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 (varies based on length of 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), along with a car charging station.

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 cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Best Western Marina Shores
Best Western Marina Shores Hotel
Best Western Plus Marina
Best Western Plus Marina Shores
Best Western Plus Marina Shores Dana Point
Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel
Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel Dana Point
Hotel Best Western Marina
Marina Shores Best Western
Marina Shores Hotel
Best Plus Marina Shores
Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel Hotel
Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel Dana Point
Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel Hotel Dana Point

Frequently asked questions

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

Guests positively rate the hotel's walkable location in Dana Point, and it's a short 7-minute walk from Doheny State Beach and also 12 minutes on foot from Dana Point Harbor. You'll also find Lantern Bay County Park and North Day Use Beach less than a mile away.

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

As of Oct 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel on Nov 1, 2026 start from $120, including 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 parking available on site at Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel?

Yes, parking is offered for USD 25 per night. An electric car charging station is also available for guests.

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.

What do couples enjoy most about Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool plus some guestrooms include a private indoor hot tub and a jetted bathtub.

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

No, but some guestrooms at this hotel feature jetted bathtubs.

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.

Are there connecting rooms at Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms 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 that I can book at Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel?

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

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 535 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 258 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 113 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1001 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Family friendly. Close to beach and other amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for one night & worked out perfectly for what we needed. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was amazing. It’s so clean and the stuff are so helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value, great location perfect for a few days in Dana Point.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff was very friendly and welcoming. I feel the property itself was in need of some cleaning and renovation, but the rooms and lobby were very clean and well kept.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were so helpful and pleasant. Parking is easy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was very comfortable! The room was a great size and exceptionally clean. The staff was friendly, welcoming, and very helpful throughout our visit. The amenities were well maintained, and the swimming pool was a lot of fun for the kids. We had a wonderful experience and will definitely be coming back. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They offer a good breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the closeness to everything. The bed was very comfortable. Room was very nice and the staff was very friendly & helpful. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and nice set up.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We’ve stayed here a few times, and always a solid, clean place to stay. Close to the harbor, shopping. Dana Point is a special place to visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice that it's downtown, easy walk to cafes, etc.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Easy parking and clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fast check in, clean room, good breakfast, affordable price, close to beach and lots of eateries.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Everything was great will be back
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The pool was small and there was little seating for visitors.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was sweet nice little trip
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great hotel! Maya and Rachel were the best at check in! Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Staff is friendly, property just seems kind of rundown inside the rooms smell of mildew, carpet some areas of room grimy. Location is great. They could use some upgrades sometime in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming and friendly staff. Upgraded our room Very clean room Location central to all kinds of places including beach and marina
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located. Comfortable beds. Clean bathrooms. Courteous staff. Well priced. .
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026

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