Kona Kai San Diego

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September 2025

October 2025

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

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Rooms
Location
Policies

Very good

Popular amenities

Housekeeping
24/7 front desk
Bar
Breakfast available
Spa

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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

Waterview One Bedroom Suite

1 bedroom
Marina view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Mobility/Hearing Accessible King

Resort view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Kona Kai One Bedroom Suite

1 bedroom
Marina view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Two Queen

Very good

32 sq m
Resort view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Fire Pit Junior Suite

Resort view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Bayview Two Queen

Very good

32 sq m
Ocean view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Waterfront Fireplace Junior Suite

Very good

39 sq m
Bay view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Marina View King

Very good

32 sq m
Marina view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Marina View Two Queen

Wonderful

32 sq m
Marina view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Deluxe King

Very good

32 sq m
Resort view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Bayview King

Good

32 sq m
Ocean view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Marina View Junior Suite Two Queen

Exceptional

39 sq m
Marina view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Bayview Junior Suite Two Queen

Excellent

39 sq m
Bay view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Bayview Junior Suite King

Exceptional

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

Exceptional

35 sq m
Resort view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

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Pool
Hot tub
Spa
Pet-friendly

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

About this property

Kona Kai San Diego

On private beach with 2 outdoor pools, near Shelter Island

Spend the day catching some rays at Kona Kai San Diego's private sand beach, relaxing by one of the hotel's 2 outdoor swimming pools, or pampering yourself at the full-service spa.

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-per-view films. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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

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

The on-site 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.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Kona Kai San Diego. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Shelter Island. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus 2 outdoor pools and 2 poolside bars. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.

Free WiFi
Enjoy local cuisine and pool views while dining at Vessel Restaurant and Bar
Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
Self-parking available for a fee
Take a swim in the 2 outdoor pools or soak in the hot tub
Treat yourself to Swedish massages, body scrubs or aromatherapy at the spa
Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
On-site recreation includes a private beach, a gym and a steam room
9 minutes by car from Old Town San Diego State Park and 11 minutes from USS Midway Museum
Dogs welcome for a fee
Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls

Simply walk outside to smell the salty air and watch the ocean waves from the sandy beach. Hit the beach and work on your tan in the sunloungers (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 on-site 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 centre. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star San Diego hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM and at the weekend from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

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

Paloma Bar – This poolside bar only serves light fare. Open selected days.

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

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property

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

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 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

Restaurants on site

Paloma 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

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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 lb per pet)
Food and water bowls are available

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.

Payment types at the property

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 centre/computer access
Fitness centre 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 USD170 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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 aged 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

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

2 Jun 2025

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Sarah Alpha

Travelled with family

2 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Disliked: Staff & service

The room was lovely and the resort amenities were amazing. I found the staff rude and unhelpful. I had to pay $47 a night for parking and most of the time I couldn’t get a spot to park or thru the gate- which was frustrating.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

William

Travelled with family

2 Jun 2025

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

Was not worth the price at all. Great location is about it

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

1 Jun 2025

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassie

30 May 2025

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Katie

Travelled with partner

28 May 2025

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

This hotel looks like it’s under renovation there’s a makeshift lobby. No elevator. The A/C was a wall unit and room smelled like musty mold. My fiancé got a Sunny’s infection sleeping with the AC on. There’s no longer room service. The restaurant was closed Sunday/Monday on a major holiday weekend. Both pool bars closed by 6pm. I booked for 2 days and checked out a day early.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

28 May 2025

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jessica

26 May 2025

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family

25 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great pool and location but wish they would’ve notified us that they are under construction. Also they didn’t offer lunch which was odd

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Sasha

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with pets

25 May 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness

We have been to this resort before, but the service and amenities, and just the cleanliness of the resort has gone downhill since we were last there. It’s unfortunate, because we really loved this place. For example, the pool was disgusting with food inside of the pool and dirty cups everywhere. There were no clean towels at the pool so you had to go to the gym to get towels which did not used to be the case. The staff were really nice and tried their best but it it’s clear that they’re not sufficiently supported. Too bad again this used to be our favorite resort. We might consider coming back, but I’m more likely to try a new place next time. The cleanliness issue at the pool for me was a really big deal.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Megan

Travelled with partner

24 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

I wish they would have mentioned the construction and a Bridal Expo at the hotel when we made the reservation. Probably would not have stayed at hotel had we known.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yongjin

Business traveller

23 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great views great location great service great people Wish more dinning options available

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morgan

19 May 2025

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

We had an amazing time. The rooms were super clean. All of our needs and desires were met.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan

13 May 2025

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

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Harold

13 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Love the property & the staff was very Accommodating. I did have to change out of a room on the first floor. As soon as you opened the door it smelled like mold. The staff was very helpful & got me a nice clean room on the second floor.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with family

12 May 2025

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

I had an incredible stay at Kona Kai Resort, and a huge part of what made it so special was the gorgeous location and exceptional service from Manager Joseph. From the moment I arrived, Joseph was incredibly welcoming, attentive, and went out of his way to ensure our stay was perfect. The resort itself is beautiful, with stunning views and top-notch amenities. Food was amazing and everything was priced extremely fair. The room was comfortable, and everything from the pool to the dining options exceeded my expectations. My son is disabled and being able to easily walk into a nice room with no complications made it really stress free to travel. Thanks to Joseph and the entire team for making my visit so memorable I’ll definitely be back!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jonna

Business traveller

11 May 2025

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

Ok

For work trip. They had construction in the main building and could not get my regular room. They had to shut off electrical one night

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph Roman

Travelled with family

10 May 2025

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

Kona Kai is a beautiful resort. My family had a great time there. Definitely want to stay there again!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Heather Rae

Travelled with family and small children

8 May 2025

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

Enjoyed our stay at Kona Kai and really appreciated the great workout facility. Rooms could use some upgrade and repair, but overall were comfortable. One negative...the prices at the restaurant were extremely high and the food was just mediocre. Worst of all, they tack an automatic 18% gratuity on your meal which they do not point out. We ended up tipping 20% on top of that before realizing they already charged us the tip. Check your bill before tipping!!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Ramon

Travelled with family

6 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

They need to improve a bit in customer service.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

sahithi

4 May 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Unfriendly staff and not well maintained for the price

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor English

Travelled with partner

27 Apr 2025

Liked: Amenities

Property very well kept/staff friendly

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Brian

25 Apr 2025

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lupe

25 Apr 2025

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

Very nice property!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria Fatima

24 Apr 2025

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

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

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About this property

Kona Kai San Diego

Awards and affiliations

Property amenities

Internet

Parking and transport

Food and drink

Restaurants on site

Things to do

Family friendly

Conveniences

Guest services

Business services

Outdoors

Full-service spa

Accessibility

More

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bathroom

Entertainment

Food and drink

More

Policies

Check-in

Check-out

Special check-in instructions

Access methods

Pets

Children and extra beds

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Optional extras

You need to know

We should mention

Property is also known as

Kona Kai San Diego Reviews