Kona Kai San Diego

4.0 star property
Hotel with private beach, full-service spa

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Kona Kai San Diego

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Water view
Point of interest
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine, pool views
In-room business center

Overview of Kona Kai San Diego

8.4

Very Good

Highlight
  • Offers an onsite restaurant. Only 5% of properties have this in San Diego.

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • On private beach
  • Hot Tub
  • Breakfast available
  • Spa

Explore the area

1551 Shelter Island Drive, San Diego, CA, 92106
  • Popular LocationShelter Island1 min walk
  • Popular LocationFathom Bistro Bait & Tackle5 min walk
  • Popular LocationBlue Wave Bar & Grill7 min walk
  • Popular LocationOld Town Transit Center14 min drive
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Room options

Suite, 1 Bedroom, View

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility/Hearing)

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 344 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Junior Suite (Fire Pit)

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, View (Bay)

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 344 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace (Waterfront)

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
  • 420 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Marina View

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 344 sq ft
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Marina View

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 344 sq ft
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 344 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, View (Bay)

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 344 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Marina View

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 420 sq ft
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds, View

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 420 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, View

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 420 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Marina View

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 420 sq ft
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed (Junior)

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 377 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

Kona Kai San Diego is located in Point Loma, a neighborhood in San Diego, and is near the airport and on a private beach. San Diego Zoo is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Old Town San Diego State Park and Cabrillo National Monument. USS Midway Museum and Seaport Village are two other places to visit that come recommended. Windsurfing and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.

What's nearby

  • Shelter Island - 1 min walk
  • Old Town San Diego State Park - 9 min drive
  • USS Midway Museum - 11 min drive
  • SeaWorld - 13 min drive
  • San Diego Zoo - 14 min drive

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
  • Mitch's Seafood - 4 min drive
  • Bali Hai Restaurant - 18 min walk
  • Jimmy's Famous American Tavern - 5 min drive
  • Better Buzz - 5 min drive

About this property

Kona Kai San Diego

Upscale eco-certified hotel near Old Town San Diego State Park
Located close to Cabrillo National Monument, Kona Kai San Diego provides a marina, 2 poolside bars, and a terrace. With a private beach, beach cabanas, and beach massages, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a deep-tissue massage, a body treatment, or a body wrap at the onsite spa. The onsite local cuisine restaurant, Vessel Restaurant and Bar, features pool views and brunch. The gym offers yoga classes and fitness classes; other things to do include beach yoga, sailing, and boat tours. In addition to a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • 2 outdoor pools with cabanas, sun loungers, and pool umbrellas
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and self parking (surcharge)
  • An electric car charging station, a reception hall, and smoke-free premises
  • Wedding services, a ballroom, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews speak well of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 170 individually furnished rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as amenities like free WiFi and air conditioning.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Balconies or patios, refrigerators, and coffee/tea makers

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key Eco-Rating Program, 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 transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Self parking on site (USD 45 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM–11:00 AM for a fee: USD 12–50 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 poolside bars
  • A restaurant

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
  • Kayaking
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Sailing
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • 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
  • 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
  • Prenatal massages
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa tub
  • 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

More

  • 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
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

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

Outdoor space

  • Balcony/patio

More

  • 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

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • 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 12–50 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

Frequently asked questions

Does Kona Kai San Diego have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–10:00 PM.

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

As of Mar 19, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kona Kai San Diego on Apr 14, 2024 start from $220.15, excluding 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 Kona Kai San Diego pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 65 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 100 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Kona Kai San Diego?

Self parking is available for USD 45.00 per night.

What time is check-in at Kona Kai San Diego?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Kona Kai San Diego?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Kona Kai San Diego located?

Located in Point Loma, this beachfront hotel is on the boardwalk/promenade and within 6 mi (10 km) of Old Town San Diego State Park, Cabrillo National Monument, and USS Midway Museum. Seaport Village and Balboa Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Kona Kai San Diego Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 473 out of 902 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 220 out of 902 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 110 out of 902 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 902 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 44 out of 902 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wendy, Hawthorne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this property always have the best time.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Kuthur, Mission Viejo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was in very good condition but furniture in balcony was frayed. Limited view of bay from room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Resort fee is a bit high at $45 but the $45 per day self parking fee is very high.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Irene

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hallways smelled like too much perfume. Not sure what they spray in the hallways but it is awful! Needed to hold my breath. Ate at the restaurant 2 times. Food was cold. Ordered their sourdough bread. Both times bread was cold and stale. My breakfast potatoes were cold too. Over rated.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Mariana

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The restroom was no clean, it was dirty and the shower was dirty as well.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

T

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The area for the property is clean and nice, at the quiet end of Shelter Island. It's mostly a property for members and marina/yacht people. There's a nice walk along the waterfront across the street, with a small beach farther down. The back side of the property is mostly along a marina. There's bonfire pits, a couple of pools. It's mostly meant for adults. I attended yoga one morning, but I was the only "guest" -- the rest were property members of 50 years and up. There is a restaurant on site -- no room service, but you can call ahead and walk down to pick up. The food was very good. There is a spa, but you might have to call the office a couple weeks in advance to find out how to book spa services because there were no weekend slots by the time I checked into my room on Friday afternoon. In spite of all these pluses, we found ourselves constantly asking questions of the staff -- who are nice, by the way. Parking didn't work (which is $45/night, ouch), so we had multiple calls and questions about how to get access and how to leave the property. We were charged $200 extra in incidentals in advance ($100/night), and we had to ask when it would be returned to our account and why so much. We'd ask how to navigate the property, which winds around, and where things were (it wasn't always clear to a non-member). Later, after checking out, staff reported we had a pet and we were charged over $100 again -- that took two calls to fix, since we didn't bring a pet.

8/10 Good

Tannika

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My family and I stayed here only one night in February. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. We utilized the restaurant and enjoyed all of our food selections. It was a rainy day so we did not get an opportunity to use the pool and the many outdoor amenities, however, the outdoor courtyard, pool and hot tub area were clean and looked nice. The weather broke and we were able to sit by a fire pit along the marina, which made for an enjoyable and relaxing evening. Overall would recommend for families and would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Tristen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Beautiful place with kind and helpful staff! However after paying a daily resort fee and parking fee on top of the rental for the room you still have to pay expensive separate fees to do the activities the resort offers.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Maxim

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I paid much mo to get there. Received service much less for the money I paid. Old smell in the room, noise drunk people in the middle of the night. Someone in the next room left the phone on the table and it beeped all night. I could get much more in Haytt or Marriot for the money I paid.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Room Cleanliness & Outdoor Pool
Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Star Rating
4.0