Kona Kai San Diego

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A marina with boats, a yacht, and a balcony with two chairs and a table.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a bar, and a view of boats in the background.

A bar area with a curved ceiling, hanging light fixtures, and a large screen displaying a tropical scene.

A hotel with a Mediterranean architectural style, featuring a curved entrance, palm trees, and a well-lit driveway.

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Very good

Popular amenities

Hot tub
Free WiFi

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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.)
‪10 min drive‬

Room options

A hotel room with a large bed, a balcony with a view of the sea, and a dining area with outdoor furniture.

Bayview King

Good

Bay view
344 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free WiFi

A hotel room with two beds, a view of the sea, and a balcony with a table and chair.

Bayview Two Queen

Excellent

Bay view
344 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
Free WiFi

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a balcony with a view of the marina, and a patterned wall.

Marina View King

Excellent

Marina view
344 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free WiFi

A hotel room with a wooden desk, two patterned chairs, a lamp, a large mirror, and a view of a marina through the window.

Marina View Two Queen

Excellent

Marina view
344 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
Free WiFi

A hotel room with a large bed, a balcony with a view, a chair, and a table.

Deluxe King

Very good

Resort view
344 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free WiFi

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a view of the sea.

Deluxe Two Queen

Excellent

Resort view
344 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
Free WiFi

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

Deluxe Junior Suite

Exceptional

Resort view
377 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
Free WiFi

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a lamp, a painting, and a view of the sea.

Waterfront Fireplace Junior Suite

Very good

Bay view
420 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
Free WiFi

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a view of the marina, and a balcony with a table and chairs.

Marina View Junior Suite Two Queen

Exceptional

Marina view
420 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
Free WiFi

A hotel room with two beds, a large mirror, and a wooden accent wall.

Bayview Junior Suite Two Queen

Excellent

Bay view
420 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
Free WiFi

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of a cityscape through the window.

Marina View Junior Suite King

Marina view
420 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
Free WiFi

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a sofa.

Bayview Junior Suite King

Good

Bay view
420 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
Free WiFi

Fire Pit Junior Suite

Resort view
420 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
Free WiFi

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a bathroom with a shower, and a view of the outdoors.

Mobility/Hearing Accessible King

Resort view
315 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free WiFi

A hotel room with a large bed, a bathtub, a fireplace, and a balcony with a view of boats.

Waterview One Bedroom Suite

Marina view
645 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
Free WiFi

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

Kona Kai One Bedroom Suite

Marina view
645 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
Free WiFi

DOUBLE TWO DOUBLE BEDS

Sleeps 4
Free WiFi

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Two Queen

452 sq ft
Sleeps 2
2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds
Free WiFi

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a view of the sea, and a balcony with a table and chair.

Bayview Two Queen

Sleeps 2
2 Queen Beds
Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

San Diego

Located in Point Loma, Kona Kai San Diego is within a 15-minute drive of popular attractions such as Old Town San Diego State Park and USS Midway Museum. This 170-room, 4-star hotel has 2 outdoor pools along with a private beach and a marina.

What's nearby

Shelter Island - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
San Diego Bay - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
Vessel Restaurant - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
Humphreys Concerts by the Bay - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
San Diego Yacht Club - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile

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

‪7-Eleven - ‬5 min drive
‪Bali Hai Restaurant - ‬18 min walk
‪Mitch's Seafood - ‬4 min drive
‪Point Loma Seafoods - ‬4 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Kona Kai San Diego

Kona Kai San Diego features a private beach, a marina, and a full-service spa. Self parking is available for USD 54.88 per night. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with luggage storage, concierge services, and dry cleaning/laundry. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this beach hotel include 2 outdoor pools, a gym, and a steam room.

42-inch flat-screen TVs come with digital channels and pay movies, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. Balconies or patios, refrigerators, and minibars are also available.

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.

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Pool
Hot tub
Free WiFi
Restaurant

$179 nightly

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

Electric car charging station on site
Self parking on site (USD 54.88 per night; includes in/out privileges)
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 motorized 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 center
5 meeting rooms
Computer station
Conference center (56,000 square feet 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
Elevator
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible gym
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible spa

3 floors
8 buildings
Ballroom
Built in 1959
Fireplace in lobby
Reception hall
Smoking not allowed
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 movies

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

This property welcomes pets for USD 113 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 170 per stay)
Dogs only
2 total (65 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Food and water bowls are available
Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Up to 2 kids 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

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

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

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

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

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

Check-in: 4:00 PM—-2:00 AM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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.
Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
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.
Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

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

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Kona Kai San Diego?

Kona Kai San Diego offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Kona Kai San Diego?

As of Aug 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kona Kai San Diego on Sep 7, 2026 start from $276, 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.

What is there to do around Kona Kai San Diego?

This hotel is situated in Point Loma, just steps from Shelter Island and San Diego Bay, and within a short walk of Naval Base Coronado. You'll also find Marine Corps Recruit Depot and Pechanga Arena within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Kona Kai San Diego?

Yes, parking is offered for USD 54.88 per night with in/out privileges. An electric car charging station and wheelchair-accessible parking are also available for guests.

Is a spa located at Kona Kai San Diego?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include Swedish massages, hot stone massages, body wraps, and aromatherapy.

Does Kona Kai San Diego have a casino at the property?

No, Kona Kai San Diego doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Kona Kai San Diego?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 2 outdoor pools and a hot tub. Guests have pool access between 6:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

Is Kona Kai San Diego a good place to stay for couples?

This waterfront hotel offers many amenities for couples, including champagne service as well as a private beach and an al fresco restaurant.

Does Kona Kai San Diego have a hot tub?

No, but guests can enjoy a steam room at this hotel.

Does Kona Kai San Diego have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Kona Kai San Diego serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Vessel Restaurant and Bar.

Will Kona Kai San Diego allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Kona Kai San Diego for a fee of USD 113 per accommodation, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does Kona Kai San Diego have connecting rooms available?

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

How close is the airport from Kona Kai San Diego?

The closest major airport to Kona Kai San Diego is San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), which is 4.1 mi away (15 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is located 13.7 mi away (27-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Kona Kai San Diego?

Yes, every guestroom at Kona Kai San Diego comes with a balcony/patio and some offer sea and resort views.

Does Kona Kai San Diego have a wedding venue?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Kona Kai San Diego.

Kona Kai San Diego Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jamie

May 23, 2026

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

They charge $48 for overnight parking for each night on top of so many fees. The breakfast buffet was delicious though. The bonfires were great too.

10/10 Excellent

Desiree

Aug 24, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities

Great front desk staff, beautiful facilities

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Aug 15, 2025

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

Family friendly property, beautiful location with views of the water.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

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Internet

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Things to do

Family friendly

Conveniences

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Business services

Outdoors

Full-service spa

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Entertainment

Food and drink

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Policies

Check-in

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Special check-in instructions

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