KONA KAI RESORT & SPA, A NOBLE HOUSE RESORT | Airport hotel in San Diego | From 133$/Night

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Hotel overview and key features

1551 Shelter Island Drive, San Diego, California, United States, 92106

Kona Kai Resort & Spa, A Noble House Resort is less than 10 minutes from San Diego International Airport, situated on the scenic tip of Shelter Island adjacent to Point Loma. The hotel near airport offers easy access to downtown San Diego, with nearby attractions including the San Diego Gaslamp Quarter, SeaWorld San Diego (3.5 miles), and Cabrillo National Monument. Skyline Park across the street provides outdoor event space with views of the San Diego skyline and bay.

Renovated Rooms & Suites

Recently renovated guest rooms at Kona Kai San Diego feature private balconies with marina or courtyard views, ranging from 350 to 375 square feet. The 4-star property includes ADA-compliant rooms with roll-in showers, visual alarms, and lowered fixtures. Waterfront Fireplace Junior Suites offer king beds and sitting areas with spectacular marina views.

Waterfront Dining Options

Vessel Restaurant + Bar serves New American cuisine with marina views, while the Tiki Bar offers poolside cocktails and California fare. The adults-only Paloma Bar features cabanas and coastal cuisine, with in-room dining available from 8:00am to 8:00pm. Nightly bonfires on the private beach complement sunset views of Point Loma.

Spa & Recreation

SpaTerre provides six treatment rooms including a couples' suite with soak tub, along with eucalyptus steam rooms and beach cabana massages. Two pools include an adults-only option with premium cabanas, while the onsite Action Water Sports center rents Jet Skis and paddleboards. Complimentary Zybra bikes allow exploration of Shelter Island's waterfront paths.

Events & Sustainability

The resort offers 14639 square feet of flexible outdoor event space accommodating up to 650 guests, with ADA-compliant facilities and visual notification devices. Business services include a fitness center with waterfront views and over 25 weekly classes. Tesla charging stations and green initiatives like water conservation programs reflect the property's sustainability focus.

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Junior Suite Balcony

Max:

4 persons

390 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

Bathtub

Balcony

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Junior Suite

Max:

3 persons

390 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Bathtub

Balcony

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Standard King Room

Max:

2 persons

325 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Getting around

Transportation options available

City Centre

San Diego 4.5 mi

Airports

San Diego International (SAN) 3.9 mi

El Cajon (CJN) 21.6 mi

Train

Coaster Santa Fe Station 3.7 mi

Bus

Bus stop2300 ft

Facilities

Stay relaxed and refreshed just minutes from the airport

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

USD 46 per day

24-hour services

24-hour reception

Babysitting

General

Non-smoking property
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Luggage storage
Private beach
Lift
Gift/Newsstand
Hairdresser
Fireplace

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Tubing
Fitness studio

Guest Parking

Refrigerator

Services

Paid valet parking
Room service
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Wedding services
Bell staff/Porter
Computer connection

Dining

Paid breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Outdoor dining area

Business

Business centre

Children

Cots
Kids club
Game room

Facilities for people with disabilities

Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Beach umbrellas
Beach towels
Sun loungers
Ballroom
Garden area
Paid cabanas
Spa & wellness centre
Turkish bath
Steam room
Treatment room

Room features

Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Patio
Terrace
Balcony
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Bathtub
Free toiletries

Self-catering

Refrigerator

Media

Flat-screen TV
Telephone
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location info

1551 Shelter Island Drive, San Diego, California, United States, 92106

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1551 Shelter Island Drive, San Diego, California, United States, 92106

City landmarks

Island

Shelter Island

2200 ft

Park

Shelter Island Park Shoreline

1800 ft

Church

Saint Agnes Catholic Church

5000 ft

Museum

USS Midway Museum

3.3 mi

Landmark

Shoreline Park

4200 ft

Landmark

Sefton Plaza

4000 ft

University

Point Loma Nazarene College

1.2 mi

Landmark

Spanish Landing Park

2.0 mi

Monument

Cabrillo National Monument

2.5 mi

Landmark

USS Recruit

1.6 mi

Park

Harbor Island Park

1.8 mi

Amusement Park

SeaWorld San Diego

3.8 mi

Park

Sunset Cliffs Natural Park

2.2 mi

Beach

Smuggler's Cove

1.7 mi

Landmark

Sunset Cliffs

2.0 mi

Landmark

Zuniga Point

1.9 mi

Gallery

Visions Art Museum

2.2 mi

Museum

Women's Museum of California

2.3 mi

Landmark

North Island

2.1 mi

Landmark

Point Loma

2.4 mi

Lighthouse

Old Point Loma Lighthouse

2.7 mi

Park

Ingram Plaza

2.2 mi

Landmark

52 Boats Memorial

2.2 mi

Gallery

San Diego Comic Art Gallery

2.4 mi

Beach

Breakers Beach

2.2 mi

Museum

New Americans Museum

2.2 mi

Market

Liberty Public Market

2.4 mi

Nearby

1401 Shelter Island Dr Shelter Island

Japanese Friendship Bell

900 ft

1500 Shelter Island Dr

Friendship Bell

900 ft

1718 Shelter Island Dr

Tunaman's Memorial

1700 ft

Restaurants

Blue Wave Bar & Grill

2200 ft

2051 Shelter Island Dr

Guest scores and detailed hotel feedback

Past guest experiences and opinions

4/5 based on 1996 reviews

#68 of 283 hotels in San Diego based on Tripadvisor

Larry

United States, January 2024

7.4/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were completely under construction but the location on Point Loma across the water was great, and the breakfast was tasty. However, the accommodations were overpriced for the provided facility.

Rooms

7.0

Despite being under construction, the rooms were very comfortable with a great view of Point Loma across the water.

Service

8.0

The service provided by Rebecca and Vania was exceptional. However, there was a mishap with the elevator, which was out of order during my stay. Despite this, I was very happy with the end result.

Location

7.0

The hotel's location is lovely with 2 pools catering to different needs, although it can be challenging at times. It's ideal if you want to be close to the airport or enjoy beautiful views of the bay. However, seating outside is limited to food areas only.

Dining

7.0

I enjoyed the dining experience overall, especially the fish and chips. However, there were some issues with the setup and timing of services after a wedding event.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel facilities were well-equipped with free bikes, ping pong, corn hole, and ladderball. It was a beautiful area to enjoy various activities.

Beautiful Location

Overpriced

Nicholas

United States, January 2024

9.0/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The rooms were impeccably clean with great views and had a gorgeous beach vibe with a fantastic balcony. The service was excellent, with friendly and courteous staff who went above and beyond. The location was perfect, beautiful in the late afternoon/evening, and well-maintained. The dining experience was absolutely delicious with stunning views of sailboats. Overall, a fantastic experience with a few minor drawbacks.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were impeccably clean with great views, and the cute beach vibes added to the fantastic balcony.

Service

9.0

The staff were very friendly, courteous, and polite, providing excellent service throughout my stay.

Location

9.0

The location was perfect, spotless, well-maintained, and at the end of a narrow man-made island.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience at the Vessel restaurant was absolutely delicious, and the view of sailboats from the patio was stunning.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were top-notch and well taken care of, providing everything I needed for a comfortable stay.

Stuart

United States, June 2023

9.0/10

Staying at the hotel was a delightful experience. The rooms were incredibly comfortable, especially with the giant tub in our suite. Morning coffee on the small veranda was a must-do, a real treat. The service, typical of a high-class establishment, was excellent, although the restaurant could be a bit slow at times. The location, perfect for our event, offered beautiful views of the marina and downtown San Diego. The dining experience, apart from a small delay with the morning order, was delicious, especially the pan-roasted beef tenderloin. The facilities were top-notch with great amenities for the whole family.

Rooms

9.0

I was impressed by the rooms, especially with the giant tub in our suite and the small veranda for morning coffee. Colleagues staying in different room types also loved the accommodations.

Service

9.0

The service here was exactly what you would expect from a high-caliber hotel. The staff were very friendly and attentive, providing a warm welcome throughout our stay.

Location

10.0

The location was outstanding, offering breathtaking views of the marina and downtown San Diego. Perfect for our event and ideal for families with great facilities.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was delightful, although our morning order was slightly delayed. The pan-roasted beef tenderloin was a real highlight of the menu.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were top-notch, providing great amenities for the whole family to enjoy.

Great views

Slight delays