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Kona Kai San Diego

4.0 star property
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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Water view
2 outdoor pools, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)
Point of interest
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
Point of interest

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
    On private beach
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub

Explore the area

Map
1551 Shelter Island Drive, San Diego, CA, 92106
  • Shelter Island
    1 min walk
  • Naval Base Coronado
    7 min walk
  • San Diego Yacht Club
    4 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    11 min drive

Room options

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

Waterview One Bedroom Suite

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

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Mobility/Hearing Accessible King

Mobility/Hearing Accessible King

  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Kona Kai One Bedroom Suite

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

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

Deluxe Two Queen

  • 32 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Fire Pit Junior Suite

Fire Pit Junior Suite

  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Bayview Two Queen

  • 32 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Waterfront Fireplace Junior Suite

  • 39 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Marina View King

  • 32 sq m
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Marina View Two Queen

  • 32 sq m
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Deluxe King

  • 32 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Bayview King

  • 32 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Marina View Junior Suite Two Queen

  • 39 sq m
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Bayview Junior Suite Two Queen

  • 39 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Bayview Junior Suite King

Bayview Junior Suite King

  • 39 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Marina View Junior Suite King

  • 39 sq m
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Junior Suite

  • 35 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

San Diego

Located in San Diego (Point Loma), Kona Kai San Diego is within a 15-minute drive of Old Town San Diego State Park and USS Midway Museum. .This beach hotel is 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from Cabrillo National Monument and 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from Seaport Village.

What's nearby

  • Shelter Island - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • USS Midway Museum - 11 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Seaport Village - 11 min drive - 9.9 km
  • SeaWorld - 13 min drive - 9.6 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 14 min drive - 12.9 km

Getting around

  • County Center - Little Italy Station - 10 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 16 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Point Loma Seafoods - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bali Hai Restaurant - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Better Buzz - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mitch's Seafood - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Portside Coffee and Gelato - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Kona Kai San Diego

Hotel with private beach, 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 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.

A private beach and a marina are featured at the hotel. 2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a spa 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 spa tub and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Make yourself at home in one of the 170 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and iPod docking stations. Rooms have private balconies or patios. 42-inch flat-screen televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. After dipping into one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools, you can spend some time at the private beach. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Enjoy a satisfying meal at Vessel Restaurant and Bar serving guests of Kona Kai San Diego. Wind down with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges or 2 poolside bars. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in San Diego? This hotel has 56000 square feet (5203 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 5 meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 11 AM.
Vessel Restaurant and Bar - Overlooking the pool, this restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.
Paloma Bar - This poolside bar serves lunch and light fare. Open daily.
Tiki Bar - This poolside bar serves lunch and light fare. A children's menu is available. Open daily.

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

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and public transport

  • Self parking on site (USD 45.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee daily 7:00 AM–11 AM: USD 12-50 per person
  • 1 restaurant
  • 2 poolside bars and 2 bars/lounges

Restaurants on site

  • Vessel Restaurant and Bar
  • Paloma Bar
  • Tiki Bar

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Fitness classes
  • Beach yoga
  • Bike rentals
  • Boat tours
  • Fitness centre
  • Full-service spa
  • Kayaking
  • Motorised watercraft
  • Sailing
  • A hot tub
  • Steam room
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Fridge

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Ballroom
  • Lift
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Reception hall

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (56000 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms - 5

Outdoors

  • Beach cabanas (surcharge)
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • Marina on site
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool sunloungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Private beachfront location
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 6 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body treatments
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment room(s)
  • Facials
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Massage - deep-tissue
  • Massage - hot stone
  • Massage - on the beach
  • Massage - prenatal
  • Massage - sports
  • Massage - Swedish
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Spa open daily
  • Hot tub
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille signage
  • Lift
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
  • 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
  • Wheelchair-accessible (may have limits)

More

  • Beach towels
  • Fireplace in reception
  • Romance packages available
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital channels
  • iPod dock
  • Films for purchase
  • Premium channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 150 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 65 lbs per pet)
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 110.00 per night
  • Resort fee: USD 50.76 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 12 to 50 per person
  • Self parking fee: USD 45.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 150 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa

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

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 536 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 236 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 116 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 53 out of 1000 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
First stay at Kona Kai had it's issues, but the property was great so we decided to give it a second chance and so glad we did. Wonderful staff and great property. Parking and resort fee's a little high but consistent with area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic resort right next to the bay. Environment is so beautiful the pool was great and the middle common area is beautiful. Can’t wait to visit again
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

isabella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
NEVER again
There was dog feces in the room and even after all this time management is yet to contact me back with how we can handle the situation and all the money wasted after no other accomodations could be offered other than the restaurant credit. The food was cold soggy and not worth the money we would of paid without voucher. Still have to pay off the third party and not worth a single penny.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice options for relaxing ( beach, pools) access to bike paths and wonderful rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rose, San Diego

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this property! I would highly recommend and definitely would love to come back and stay here again. We had a short stay, we absolutely enjoyed every moment of it. We stayed in the junior suite in the new building with the view of the harbor and the boats. It was so beautiful during sunset and sunrise. The tub in between the shower and bed was great. We loved the service at the front desk. Amazing property with so many things to do! It was only a 10 min ride to DT San Diego as well!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon, St.Albert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The pools were not overcrowded and had plenty of seats. The pool temperature was lovely. The beach area had plenty of lounge seats with tons of availability (although you cannot swim at the beach). The evening fire pits on the beach were lovely. Some of the gym equipment was old and in need of repair. The staff were super friendly.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Will

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyndie

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service! Zach at ck in was amazing. He sent complimentary champagne for my birthday and made me feel like a queen!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Great staff. Walls are a little thin, and there isnt central air, but a window box unit. BUT although loud kept room cool!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Diane

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Upon receiving our room we found an empty bottle under the bed and random pictures of someone above the bathroom door. The bathroom door was sheer glass and whenever someone went to the bathroom at night the light shined through the door and would wake up everyone sleeping. Said they would email me my receipt and yet to receive it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Carson

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked having all of the recreation, restaurant, and spa all in one place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Moriah

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property and location. We were there for business and pleasure and the location was perfect for both.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly, redwood city

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were super helpful and the view from my room was gorgeous!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Has a private beach
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel lived it
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Erik

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024