Kona Kai San Diego

4-star beachfront hotel near Cabrillo National Monument

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Dates

June 2025

July 2025

2 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Very good

Popular amenities

Housekeeping
24/7 front desk
Bar

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1551 Shelter Island Drive, San Diego, CA, 92106

Shelter Island
‪1 min walk‬
SeaWorld
‪10 min drive‬
USS Midway Museum
‪11 min drive‬
San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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

Waterview One Bedroom Suite

Marina view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Mobility/Hearing Accessible King

Resort view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Kona Kai One Bedroom Suite

Marina view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Deluxe Two Queen

32 sq m
Resort view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Fire Pit Junior Suite

Resort view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Bayview Two Queen

32 sq m
Ocean view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Waterfront Fireplace Junior Suite

39 sq m
Bay view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Marina View King

32 sq m
Marina view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Marina View Two Queen

32 sq m
Marina view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Deluxe King

32 sq m
Resort view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Bayview King

32 sq m
Ocean view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Marina View Junior Suite Two Queen

39 sq m
Marina view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Bayview Junior Suite Two Queen

39 sq m
Bay view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Bayview Junior Suite King

39 sq m
Bay view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Marina View Junior Suite King

39 sq m
Marina view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Deluxe Junior Suite

35 sq m
Resort view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

About the area

San Diego

Beachside getaway.Your stay at this Point Loma hotel places you within 6 miles (10 km) of Old Town San Diego State Park and Cabrillo National Monument. USS Midway Museum and Seaport Village are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

Shelter Island - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
SeaWorld - 10 min drive - 7.9 km
USS Midway Museum - 11 min drive - 10.1 km
Seaport Village - 11 min drive - 10.5 km
San Diego Zoo - 13 min drive - 12.7 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

‪Point Loma Dining - Nicholson Commons - ‬7 min drive
‪Point Loma Seafoods - ‬4 min drive
‪Bali Hai Restaurant - ‬18 min walk
‪Better Buzz Coffee Point Loma - ‬5 min drive
‪Mitch's Seafood - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Kona Kai San Diego

4-star beachfront hotel near Cabrillo National Monument

Simply walk outside to smell the salt air and watch the ocean waves from the sand beach. Hit the beach and work on your tan in the sun loungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with cabanas (surcharge) and umbrellas. At Kona Kai San Diego you can cool off in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. For a drink, you can stop by one of the onsite bars, including 2 poolside bars and 2 bars/lounges. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. This eco-certified hotel also offers a hot tub, a steam room, and a fitness center. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star San Diego hotel is smoke free.

170 guestrooms or units

3 levels

8 buildings

2 bars by the pool

2 bars or lounges

56000 sq ft of conference space

5203 sq m of conference space

Built in 1959

Deli

Cabanas on the beach (surcharge)

Beach lounge chairs

Towels for the beach

Umbrellas for the beach

Cabanas by the pool (surcharge)

Poolside lounge chairs

Umbrellas for the pool

Charging station for electric cars

Business center (24 hours)

Conference center

Breakfast available (surcharge)

Dry cleaning

Front desk (24 hours)

Staff is multilingual

Storage area for luggage

Tour and ticket information

Concierge

Wedding services available

Terrace

Garden

Gift shop

Fireplace in lobby

Bellhop

Elevator

No smoking on site

Dining venue

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

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.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property

This property participates in Green Key Global, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English, Spanish

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3 outdoor pools, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas

Pool
Hot tub
Spa
Pet-friendly

CA $441 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 15 - Jun 16

Property amenities

Family friendly

2 outdoor pools
In-room refrigerator
Snack bar/deli

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 46 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

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

42-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels
iPod dock
Pay movies

Bedroom

Blackout drapes
Pillow menu
Premium bedding

Bathroom

Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels provided

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets: USD 113 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 170 per stay)
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 2 (weight limit: 65 lbs per pet)
Food and water bowls are available
Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 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

Guests will be asked to pay the following 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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 33.00 to 100 per person
Self parking fee: USD 46 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 may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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

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

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

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

8.4

Very good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

6/10 Okay

Danny

Apr 6, 2025

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

Room not ready at check in time. Not notified it was ready until 6:30pm.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Jim

Mar 11, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Room comfort

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Mar 10, 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Diane

Mar 10, 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Mar 10, 2025

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Resort lovely, room was not, overpriced

The good- the resort itself was very nice. Two pool areas with hot tuba, one is adult-only. Food in the restaurant was good, the service was excellent. View of the boats coming and going in fantastic! The little faux beach is cute, but not practical. The bad- I traveled alone (female) and they assigned me a room that opened to outside instead of an indoor hallway. They gave me an accessible room without asking.There was no hair dryer and the TV didn't work, only stayed on the advertisement. The front desk didn't tell me the thermostat isn't operational, so it took me a bit to figure out there was a window heater/cooler. The baseboards in my room were filthy! The adults only hot tub is really way too small. There was no notice that the bar in the adults only area is closed until summer, we were counting on that bar. They charge $5 for a cup of coffee in the front lobby!!!🙄 Also, when they lock the pool area for the night it's difficult to get to the rooms in the other buildings without walking around the front of the hotel. The directions they gave me at the front desk, the door was out of order due to construction. I had to duck under a rope to use the stairs in the back pretty ridiculous. And no sound proofing! I could hear above and next door. I will say I met up with friends who had nicer rooms, hair dryers and their tvs worked. Overall the resort is lovely, but I feel pretty ripped off paying $300 for my room plus $46 for parking (in an open lot with no security).

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky

Travelled with group

Mar 9, 2025

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

We loved our stay at the resort, I just wish there was an elevator. It was a girls trip and we had to carry our bags/luggage’s in multiple trips from the stairs. But overall, the stay was very peaceful!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mahvash

Mar 9, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Maisa

Travelled with partner

Mar 5, 2025

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

Was something broken in the restroom and we couldn’t sleep the whole night from the noise

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Shannon

Travelled with family

Feb 28, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Amenities

Hotel restaurant was closed on the day we arrived. On the main resort lawn was a private event, which limited any one from using that area, not sure why they charge a resort fee when the areas are closed to guests.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Feb 27, 2025

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

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Travelled with partner

Feb 25, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Pretty views of the Bay, and it has a man made private beach thats on the bay. The hotel could use a face lift, for the price you pay its not immaculate. Little things like my room was mossing a hair dryer and they never brought me one when i asked. The TV remote didnt work. The wifi kept giving us problems. Our key card didnt work one night because they didnt program it for the correct amount of days we wers staying. That said the staff were friendly and its in a great are for amenities.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

russell

Feb 23, 2025

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Starla

Travelled with partner

Feb 20, 2025

Too pricey for what it has to offer. No elevators where our room was which was so inconvenient. I would never stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Desiree

Travelled with family and small children

Feb 19, 2025

Liked: Amenities

The hotel serves as a local club so many teens hang at the pool. Hot tub broken, but very warm pool. Cups not cleaned up frequently at pool and rooms are a bit worn. Pretty grounds.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Feb 18, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Chandana

Feb 18, 2025

Never book this property. 1. They made us wait for an hour just because we booked on Expedia even though when we checked in late in the night. 2. After payment done on Expedia they charged extra 200 for resort fees and parking. We checked in at 1 am. 3. Breakfast was not included, we paid approx 900 for 2 nights. It was last minute. They even charged for water bottles. When asked for kettle to heat water, they offered as a daily basis on rental. Probably they read my face and said no fees. 4. The cleaning was not up to the mark. The floor was still forty 5. I felt They only care about money The worst ever stay I ever booked feeling like we are nothing. I have had better places where they treated us to luxury for much lesser. After charging so much. They can’t provide a free breakfast ??? lol hilarious.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Camryn

Travelled with partner

Feb 17, 2025

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Disliked: Cleanliness

Property was beautiful with great views. I don’t believe you get what you pay for. The rooms and pretty basic, it is not very clean and there’s a resort fee of almost $50 a day but then you still need to pay extra for everything, even a microwave

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Shreya

Feb 16, 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Tedenkyalsh

Feb 16, 2025

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

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Feb 15, 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Feb 14, 2025

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

Loved our stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie, ALAMEDA

Travelled with partner

Feb 13, 2025

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

Quiet room - very comfortable, great waterfront trail, onsite restaurant and nearby restaurants. The spa was wonderful and the staff were all great. Hope to visit again!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Susan

Travelled with group

Feb 10, 2025

Disliked: Amenities

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seeta, St. Paul

Feb 8, 2025

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Whitney

Travelled with family

Feb 7, 2025

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities

Does not look like the same place online and check in was horrible

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

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About this property

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Things to do

Accessibility

Room amenities

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Policies

Check-in

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Special check-in instructions

Access methods

Pets

Children and extra beds

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Optional extras

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