Kona Kai Resort & Spa

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Kona Kai Resort & Spa | San Diego, California | Virgin Atlantic Holidays

San Diego, California

4 stars

This iconic California hotel is on Shelter Island, overlooking the famed Kona Kai Marina. With ocean views from every room type, you can laze the days away on your balcony if you fancy - complete with stunning views of San Diego bay. Although with a private beach two waterfront pools, you'll probably want to leave the room to enjoy a leisurely day by the water either way. Embrace true holiday life and head to the poolside bar for a refreshing drink – and take in the views of the marina, or pamper yourself at the spa. If you fancy something a bit more active, explore the island on one of the complimentary beach cruisers or enjoy one of the many water sports activities on offer!

Amenities

Bicycle Rental
Kayaking
Sailing
Bar
Evening Entertainment
Fitness Centre/Gym
Internet Access
Restaurant
Room Service
Spa
Swimming Pool
Beachfront location

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Located on Shelter Island on Kona Kai Marina, minutes from Downtown San Diego and San Diego’s International Airport.

Hotel Information

Room Information
Room Upgrade Information

170 rooms, including 41 luxury suites, all with spectacular water viewsfrom the private patio or balcony, as well as flatscreen TV with premium entertainment channels, complimentary coffee, mini-fridge, safe, hairdryer, bathrobes, iron and board.

Deluxe Guestrooms have 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

Hotel details

Facilities

Vessel restaurant (local coastal cuisine, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner). Tiki Bar and adults-only pool bar. Resort pool and adults-only pool. Pool and beach cabanas*. Spa*. Fitness centre. Complimentary fitness classes. Private beach and firepits. Water activity centre* including kayaks and paddle boards. Volleyball. Badminton. Complimentary bikes. Fishing*. Beach parties. Kona Kai Marina with bay cruises* and dinner cruises*. Gift shop. Room service*. WiFi*. Self-parking $34, plus tax per night (payable locally, subject to change)

Resort Fees

This hotel has resort fees that are included in the room rate (subject to change)

Resort Fees Detail

Resort fee includes: - Daily Newspaper in Lobby - WiFi - Fitness centre and steam room - Towel Service at pool and spa. Resort fee, tax and inclusions are subject to change - please see hotel check-in for current inclusions available to you upon arrival.

Additional Information

*Denotes local charge.

Trip advisor rating

4/5

2,923 reviews

Location
Sleep Quality
Rooms
Service
Value
Cleanliness

Excellent

59%

Very Good

16%

Average

11%

Poor

Terrible

“Birthday stay”

Sep 16, 2025Kelly G

It was my birthday and they gave me a free upgrade to my room. The employees were all very nice and helpful, the grounds were beautiful and the rooms were wonderful.

“Wonderful stay!”

Sep 15, 2025G8486NJannal

Celebrated our 28th year anniversary and everything amazing! Friendly staff, beautiful hotel, and yummy food! We were greeted with a nice bottle of wine, strawberries and chocolate truffles!

“Under staffed”

Sep 14, 2025Colton S

Second time coming to Kona Kai, the resort is great location is the best however the hotel is GROSSLY understaffed. We were told in January they dramatically cut staff and unfortunately you could tell. Dinner service was unbelievably slow, they had two people doing seating and taking orders with multiple families and weddings going on. When we got out to the pool same story, packed hotel from vacationers and wedding guests two people making drinks while also serving and cleaning up food. Again we love Kona Kai, it’s excellent. Last year when the hotel was fully staffed and the experience matched the location.

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