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Kona Kai San Diego

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Kona Kai San Diego

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Map image for 1551 Shelter Island Drive SAN DIEGO, CA
Located in: SAN DIEGO, CA
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 minibars and safes. 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 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 hot 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.

Located in Point Loma, a neighborhood in San Diego, Kona Kai San Diego is near the airport and on a private beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Old Town San Diego State Park and Balboa Park, while Cabrillo National Monument and USS Midway Museum are cultural highlights. Don't miss out on a visit to San Diego Zoo. 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.
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Popular amenities
  • ac
  • bar
  • breakfast available
  • business services
  • elevator
  • fitness equipment
  • frontdesk 24 hour
  • hot tub
  • housekeeping
  • internet
  • laundry
  • no smoking
  • outdoor space
  • parking available
  • pool
  • restaurant
  • spa
  • tv
Property amenities
Food and Drink
  • 1 restaurant
  • 2 poolside bars and 2 bars/lounges
  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekdays and 11:00 AM–1:00 PM on weekends: USD 33.00-100 per person
Internet
  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking
  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Self parking on site (USD 54.88 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Things to do
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Beach yoga
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat tours
  • Fitness center
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Kayaking
  • Motorized watercraft
  • Sailing
  • Steam room
  • Yoga classes
Family Friendly
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
  • ATM/banking services
  • Ballroom
  • Elevator
  • 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 center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (56000 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms - 5
Outdoor
  • Beach cabanas (surcharge)
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • Marina onsite
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Private beachfront location
  • Terrace
Language Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
Accessibility
  • Braille signage
  • Elevator
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 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 fitness center
  • 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
Activities Nearby
  • Golfing
  • Health/beauty spa
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Surfing/body boarding
  • Theme parks
  • Whale watching
  • Windsurfing
  • Zoo
More
  • Beach towels
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • 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
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
Entertainment
  • Digital channels
  • Pay movies
  • Premium channels
  • 42-inch flat-screen TV
Food and Drink
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
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
Pets
  • 2 total (up to 65 lbs per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 113 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 170 per stay)
  • Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
  • Welcoming dogs only
Special check-in instructions
  • 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
  • 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
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • 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
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property payment types
  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa
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 nightResort fee: USD 60 per accommodation, per night
  • The resort fee includes:Beach accessBeach loungersBeach towelsBusiness center/computer accessFitness center accessFitness/yoga classesIn-room coffeeIn-room safeNewspaperPhone callsPool accessSpa access
  • We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 33.00 to 100 per personSelf parking fee: USD 54.88 per night (in/out privileges)Pet fee: USD 113 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 170 per stay)Service animals are exempt from feesRollaway 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
  • 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
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • 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
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
  • Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
  • Pool access available from 6:00 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
  • 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
 

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