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Very Good
4.0/5
Based on 863 guest reviews
- Includes an outdoor pool
- Shuttle to airport available
- Fitness + Health Center
- 129 rooms in hotel
- 3 floors in property
- 4 suites in property
- Check-in time: 4:00pm
- Groups & Meetings rating of 10.0/10
- 17 meeting rooms in hotel
Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days
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Local Attractions
Petco Park-Home of the Padres, Downtown San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego Zoo, SeaWorld, Sea Port Village, Old Town San Diego, Belmont Park, Balboa Park, Reuben H Fleet Space Theater, Fashion Valley Mall and Mission Valley Shopping Center, Birch Aquarium and the most spectacular views from Cabrillo Monument.
Map and Points of Interest Near Kona Kai San Diego
Verified Reviews of Kona Kai San Diego
Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently: "Great views and outdoor entertainment."
Overall Score3.0/ 5
Beautiful views and nice pool and outdoor areas. Would come again for the outside entertainment.
Vanessa A. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from 
06-Feb-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Feb 04 to Tue Feb 06 2024 at a $203.20 average nightly rate. 
Property Description
Located just 4 miles and 10 minutes from San Diego International Airport and all of the city's hottest attractions including SeaWorld, Old Town San Diego, Seaport Village, Balboa Park & San Diego Zoo, Downtown's Gaslamp Quarter and Petco Park- home of the San Diego Padres. We look forward to welcoming you to the beautiful Kona Kai Resort.Well appointed guest rooms feature private balconies or patios with incredible views of Downtown-San Diego's skyline on the bay, Kona Kai Marina with the Point Loma hillside in the background, or the Cabo-Garden/Pool Deck. Complimentary refrigerators in every room and the all the amenities you would expect at full-service waterfront resort will have you as rested, rejuvinated and refreshed. Airport and local transportation, as well as wireless internet are provided complimentary for all Kona Kai guests. Enjoy our private white-sandy beach, with volleyball, playground, and firepits, or change-up your group event with a “Beach Business Lunch in the Sand". Take advantage of bicycle rentals for a refreshing ride around scenic Shelter Island. Come up to the deck and take a dip in our crystal clear swimming pool and super-whirlpool or indulge yourself in Kona Kai's full-service health spa and fitness center. Rounding out the resort experience are mouth watering fresh-California cuisine in our casually elegant waterfront dining room and Kona lounge with panoramic marina views.If you must work, the Kona Kai Resort is the perfect place for meetings and events of all types and sizes. 13,000 square-feet of indoor meeting space, (over 50,000 square-feet combined indoor/outdoor), offer meetings with "a different point of view”, literally.Whatever your reason for visiting San Diego- business or pleasure, conference or vacation, the dedicated hospitality professionals at the Kona Kai Resort will do whatever is necessary to make you shine as bright as the San Diego sun!
Details / Other Expenses
| Check In: | 4:00pm |
| Check Out: | 12:00 pm: |
| Year of Last Renovation: | 2010 |
| Floors: | 3 |
| Rooms: | 129 |
| Corridors: | Both Interior and Exterior Hallways |
| Non Smoking Rooms: | 120 |
| Handicap Rooms: | |
| Suites: | 4 |
| Room Windows: | Windows Do Open |
| Cleaning Frequency: | Daily |
| Meeting Rooms: | 17 View Spaces |
| Meeting Space: | 72059 sq. feet |
| Banquet Space: | Holds 1905 people |
| Dist. to Food/Bars: | 1.0 Mi |
| Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: | 2.0 Mi |
| Dist. to Nearest Gym: | On-site |
| Lounge/Bar Hours: | 2:30 pm - 10 pm |
Policies / Expenses
| Cancellation: 48 hours | |
| Nightly Parking: | $15 |
| Typical Group Deposit: | Varies |
| Total Taxes: | 12.50% |
| Total Misc Fees: | $0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
| Occupancy Tax: | 12.50% |
| City Tax: | 7.75% |
| Food and Beverage Tax: | 7.75% |
| Audio Visual Tax: | 7.75% |
| Resort/Hotel Fee: | 0.00 Per Night |
| Parking Fee: | 15.00 Per Night (Discounts may apply) |
| Gym Fee: | 10.00 Per Day |
| Spa Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Additional Person Fee: | 20.00 Per Person |
| Rooms Wireless Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Rooms Wired Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Meeting Wireless Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day (Varies) |
| Meeting Wired Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Stay (Varies) |
| Food and Beverage Service Charge: | 18.00% |
| Audio Visual Service Charge: | 18.00% |
| Banquet Bartender Fees: | 175.00 Per Function |
| Chef Attendant Fees: | 175.00 Per Night |
| Avg. Continental Breakfast Cost: | 15.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Plated Breakfast Cost: | 17.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Buffet Breakfast Cost: | 20.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Plated Lunch Cost: | 22.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Buffet Lunch Cost: | 25.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Boxed Lunch Cost: | 18.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Plated Dinner Cost: | 48.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Buffet Dinner Cost: | 52.00 Per Person |
| Morning Break Cost: | 8.00 Per Person |
| Afternoon Break Cost: | 8.00 Per Person |
| Banquet Gallon of Coffee: | 56.00 Per Item |
| Banquet Soda: | 3.50 Per Item |
| Banquet Bottled Water: | 3.50 Per Item |
| Banquet Hosted Bar: | 6.00 Per Item |
| Banquet Reception w Hors d'oeuvres: | 18.00 Per Person |
Amenities / Features
- Air conditioning
- Airport Shuttle
- Alarm clock
- ATM
- Baggage storage facilities
- Breakfast in room
- Central location
- Charge for early check out
- Complimentary newspaper
- Concierge service
- Conference facilities
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Credit card accepted: American Express
- Credit card accepted: Discover
- Credit card accepted: Diners Club
- Dinner available
- Electronic key card
- Elevator
- Facilities for the disabled
- Fax available
- Fitness and health center
- Free local calls
- Hairdryer available
- Handicap accessible
- Ice Maker
- Internet - wireless
- Free WiFi Internet
- Ironing facilities
- Jacuzzi
- Laundry facilities
- Licensed bar
- Movies in room
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24 hours opened
- Office or business center
- Pets allowed
- Private bathroom in room
- Private car parking
- Private garden grounds
- Quiet location
- Radio in room
- Refrigerator
- Restaurant
- Sauna
- Self controlled heating/cooling system
- Shower
- Spa
- Swimming pool - outdoor
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Telephone
- Telephone in all rooms
- Telephone - Free local calls
- Television
- TV - Free Cable
- TV Channel: HBO
- Terrace
- Travellers cheques accepted
- Video Games in Room
- Voicemail
Airport & Shuttle Information
3 miles from San Diego International Airport/Lindbergh Field. Complimentary Hotel Shuttle. One-way taxi fare- approximately $20.
Local Shuttle Info: Complimentary Hotel Van immediate area and based on availability. Numerous options depending on desired destinations and schedules.
Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Yes! Pets are allowed.$75 Flat Fee
Suggested AI Generated Itinerary
- Breakfast: Kona Kai Resort & Spa - Vessel Restaurant, 1551 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92106, USA - Enjoy a waterfront dining experience with a view of the marina, located on-site.
- Lunch: Phil's BBQ, 3750 Sports Arena Blvd, San Diego, CA 92110, USA - Savor some of the best BBQ in San Diego, about 3.8 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: Blue Water Seafood Market & Grill, 3667 India St, San Diego, CA 92103, USA - Enjoy fresh, local seafood in a casual setting, around 5.6 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: USS Midway Museum, 910 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - Explore a historical naval aircraft carrier museum, approximately 5.7 miles from the hotel.
- Breakfast: Shelter Island Shoreline Park, 2200 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92106, USA - Grab a coffee and a pastry from a nearby cafe and enjoy a morning walk along the bay, within walking distance from the hotel.
- Lunch: Panama 66, 1450 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - Dine in the heart of Balboa Park with a selection of local craft beers and fresh, seasonal dishes, about 6.5 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: CUCINA urbana, 505 Laurel St, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - Italian-inspired cuisine with a California twist, located about 5.9 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Balboa Park, 1549 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - Visit this iconic 1,200-acre park featuring museums, gardens, and the San Diego Zoo, approximately 6.5 miles from the hotel.
- Breakfast: Humphreys Restaurant, 2241 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92106, USA - Start your day with a breakfast buffet while enjoying views of the marina, just a short walk from the hotel.
- Lunch: George's at the Cove, 1250 Prospect St, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA - Offers stunning ocean views and a modern American cuisine, around 14 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: Sushi Ota, 4529 Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA 92109, USA - Experience some of the best sushi in San Diego, about 7 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: La Jolla Cove, 1100 Coast Blvd, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA - Explore this picturesque cove and beach known for its clear waters and abundant marine life, approximately 14 miles from the hotel.
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Previously known as:
Kona Kai Resort & Spa, Kona Kai Resort / Spa & Marina, Shelter Pointe Hotel, Kona Kai Resort
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Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Kona Kai San Diego
Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Kona Kai San Diego.
Feel free to use the Kona Kai San Diego meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in San Diego event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.
| Meeting Room Name | L x W x H (Feet) | Size (sqft.) | Banquet 5'/6'  | Crescent | Classroom | Hollow Square  | U-Shape | Boardroom | Convention 8'/10'  | Theater | Reception | Regist. Desk  |
| Point Loma Foyer | 43 x 27 x 10 | 1161 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 7/6 | -- | 116 | 116 |
Close This Point Loma FoyerPoint Loma Foyer is off of Point Loma 3 section of the ballroom and overlooks the marina and marina view terrace Room Type: Foyer Total Size: 1161 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 43 x 27 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 6 Columns: 0 Windows: 8 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Point Loma Ballroom | 148 x 63 x 10 | 9324 | 776/776 | -- | 388 | -- | -- | -- | 58/47 | 1035 | 932 | -- |
Close This Point Loma BallroomThe Point Loma Ballroom overlooks the marina with an outdoor terrace that is ideal to set up Continental Breakfast and breaks outdoors Room Type: Ballroom Total Size: 9324 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 148 x 63 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 16 Columns: 6 Windows: 12 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Point Loma Ballroom Section 1 | 63 x 46 x 10 | 3087 | 257/257 | -- | 129 | 74 | 88 | 74 | 19/15 | 343 | 309 | -- |
Close This Point Loma Ballroom Section 1Point Loma 1 has windows with natural light overlooking the marina with an outdoor terrace. Room Type: Ballroom Total Size: 3087 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 63 x 46 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 8 Columns: 2 Windows: 3 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Point Loma Ballroom Section 2 | 69 x 56 x 10 | 3864 | 321/321 | -- | 161 | 93 | 111 | 93 | 24/19 | 429 | 386 | -- |
Close This Point Loma Ballroom Section 2Point Loma 2 has windows overlooking the marina with an outdoor terrace Room Type: Ballroom Total Size: 3864 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 69 x 56 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 10 Columns: 2 Windows: 4 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Point Loma Ballroom Section 3 | 63 x 46 x 10 | 2898 | 241/241 | -- | 121 | 70 | 83 | 70 | 18/14 | 322 | 290 | -- |
Close This Point Loma Ballroom Section 3Point Loma 3 has windows and overlooks the marina with an outdoor terrace and is off the foyer Room Type: Ballroom Total Size: 2898 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 63 x 46 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 8 Columns: 2 Windows: 3 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Coronado Ballroom | 50 x 30 x 8 | 1500 | 125/125 | -- | 62 | 36 | 43 | 36 | 9/8 | 167 | 150 | -- |
Close This Coronado BallroomCoronado Ballroom has windows with natural light and connects to an outdoor Courtyard Room Type: Ballroom Total Size: 1500 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 50 x 30 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 8 Columns: 0 Windows: 8 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| La Jolla Room | 33 x 19 x 10 | 627 | 52/52 | -- | 26 | 15 | 18 | 15 | --/-- | 70 | 63 | -- |
Close This La Jolla RoomThe La Jolla room is off of the lobby and is ideal for small board meetings or a breakout room Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 627 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 33 x 19 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 6 Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Del Mar Room | 22 x 22 x 10 | 484 | 40/40 | -- | 20 | 12 | 14 | 12 | --/-- | 54 | 48 | -- |
Close This Del Mar RoomThe Del Mar room is adjacent to an outdoor courtyard and is ideal for small board meetings or for a breakout. Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 484 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 22 x 22 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 4 Columns: 0 Windows: 2 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Bay View Room | 23 x 17 x 8 | 391 | 33/33 | -- | 16 | 9 | 11 | 9 | --/-- | 43 | 39 | -- |
Close This Bay View RoomThe Bay View Room overlooks the harbor and is ideal for a breakout, board meeting, office or storage Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 391 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 23 x 17 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 5 Columns: 0 Windows: 4 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Kona Boardroom | 16 x 15 x 9 | 240 | --/-- | -- | -- | 6 | 7 | 6 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- |
Close This Kona BoardroomThe Kona Boardroom is off the lobby and is ideal for small board meetings, office and storage Room Type: Office / Storage Total Size: 240 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 16 x 15 x 9 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 3 Columns: 0 Windows: 1 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Cabo Garden | 123 x 93 x 0 | 11439 | 952/952 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 71/57 | -- | 1144 | -- |
Close This Cabo GardenThe Cabo Garden is an outdoor venue next to the pool overlooking the marina Room Type: Outdoor Miscellaneous Total Size: 11439 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 123 x 93 x 0 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 0 Columns: 0 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Cabo Courtyard | 64 x 50 x 0 | 3200 | 266/266 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 20/16 | -- | 320 | -- |
Close This Cabo CourtyardThe Cabo Courtyard if an outdoor venue off the lobby and 3 breakout rooms Room Type: Outdoor Miscellaneous Total Size: 3200 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 64 x 50 x 0 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 0 Columns: 0 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Marina View Terrace | 61 x 56 x 0 | 3416 | 284/284 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 21/17 | -- | 342 | -- |
Close This Marina View TerraceThe Marina View Terrace overlooks the marina and ideal for wedding ceremony, reception, breakfast, lunch or dinner Room Type: Outdoor Miscellaneous Total Size: 3416 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 61 x 56 x 0 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 5 Columns: 0 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Kona Private Beach | 432 x 53 x 0 | 22896 | 1905/1905 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | -- | 2290 | -- |
Close This Kona Private BeachThe Private Beach overlooks the marina and is ideal for team building events, luaus, wedding ceremony, reception, breakfast, lunch or dinner Room Type: Outdoor Miscellaneous Total Size: 22896 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 432 x 53 x 0 Ft. Floor Level: 1 Below Ground Power Outlets: 0 Columns: 0 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Kona Dining Room | 60 x 60 x 10 | 2000 | --/120 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | -- | 200 | -- |
Close This Kona Dining RoomThe Kona Dining Room overlooks the marina and ideal for wedding receptions Room Type: Restaurant / Lounge Total Size: 2000 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 60 x 60 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: 1 Power Outlets: 6 Columns: 0 Windows: 10 Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Pool & Whirlpool | 46 x 42 x 0 | 1932 | 161/161 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | -- | 193 | -- |
Close This Pool & WhirlpoolThe Pool & whirlpool overlook the marina and beach and is ideal for wedding ceremonies, receptions, lunch and dinner Room Type: Pool Deck Total Size: 1932 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 46 x 42 x 0 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 0 Columns: 0 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Kona Kai Lobby | 60 x 60 x 15 | 3600 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | -- | -- | 360 |
Close This Kona Kai LobbyKona Kai Main Lobby located off of the front desk and is a great gathering spot for networking, waiting for friends, reading, or catching up on emails or just relaxing in front of the large fireplace. Room Type: Lobby Total Size: 3600 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 60 x 60 x 15 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 7 Columns: 0 Windows: 8 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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FAQs about Kona Kai San Diego
What time is check in?
Check in time is 4:00pm based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
What time is check out?
Check out time is 12:00 pm: based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
How many rooms does Kona Kai San Diego have?
There are 129 rooms in the property.
Is there any meeting space at Kona Kai San Diego?
Yes, they have 17 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.
Can I get a AAA rate at Kona Kai San Diego?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.
Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Kona Kai San Diego?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.
Is there a gym at Kona Kai San Diego?
Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.
Is there a pool at Kona Kai San Diego?
Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property..
Testimonials:
"It was very easy,simple, & quick, on such a short notice. I am really Happy with my experience with you & we will be using you again. Thank You." D.D. - Indianapolis, IN
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