7.4
Very good177 reviews

Kona Kai Resort & Spa, A Noble House Resort - San Diego

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1551 Shelter Island Drive, San Diego, California, United States, 92106
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Located amid a zoo, a park and good restaurants, 10 minutes by car from Ocean Beach Recreation Center, the 4-star Kona Kai Resort & Spa, A Noble House Resort San Diego includes 170 rooms. Thanks to the perfect location, this premier hotel is set within 3 miles of the outdoor National Salute to Bob Hope and the Military Bronze Statues, which guests can visit to explore the history of United States of America.

Location

Kona Kai Resort & Spa, A Noble House Resort resort is placed about 0.5 miles from San Diego International airport and within 3 miles of cultural venues like the historical naval aircraft carrier USS Midway Museum. Tunaman's Memorial is within 6 minutes' walk of the hotel, while Maritime Museum of San Diego is about 15 minutes' drive away. This renowned property is also nestled at the side of a market and stores, and Shoreline Waterfront Park lies merely 0.8 miles away. Visit Spanish Landing Waterfront Park, within 1.9 miles of Kona Kai Resort & Spa, A Noble House Resort, and feel in total harmony with the nature of United States of America.

In addition, there is a boat dock at the side of the San Diego hotel.

Rooms

Some of the cozy rooms of this elegant accommodation face the bay, and comprise an adjoining terrace and a balcony. A separate toilet and showers together with comforts like hair dryers and robes are also provided.

Eat & Drink

A cooked-to-order breakfast is available each morning at Kona Kai Resort & Spa, A Noble House Resort San Diego. The trendy Vessel restaurant serves a range of innovative innovative dishes. It is decorated in a modern-style style where guests can enjoy great food. Enjoy luxurious interior of the poolside bar as you sip on signature cocktails.

Leisure & Business

Upon request and at a surcharge, a gym and a swimming pool can also be provided. Beach facilities at The Kona Kai Resort & Spa, A Noble House Resort include loungers and umbrellas. Bicycle rental are available at the non-smoking hotel and the area is popular for beach volleyball, cycling and fisheries. This San Diego hotel entices guests with a wellness center featuring beauty therapy, aromatherapy and body wraps. Also, there is a 24/7 business center and a meeting room along with banquet and meeting facilities, and a work desk at guests' disposal.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site at USD 47 per day.

Year renovated:   2007.  Number of rooms:   170.

Former name: Kona Kai Resort

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Facilities

Most popular facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

USD 47 per day

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Babysitting
Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Heated swimming pool

Air conditioning
Facilities for kids

Game room

Children's menu

Board games

Private beach

Beach access

Private beach

Sun loungers

Beach umbrellas

General

  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • 24-hour services
  • Swimming pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Facilities for kids
  • Private beach

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness center
  • Water sports
  • Cycling
  • Yoga class
  • Fishing

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Outdoor dining area

Business

  • Business center
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Board games
  • Children's menu
  • Game room

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Heated swimming pool
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Garden area
  • Spa & wellness center
  • Turkish bath
  • Steam room
  • Jacuzzi
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Body wraps
  • Back massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
  • Make up services

Room view

  • Sea view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Balcony
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Refrigerator

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Check-infrom 16:00-23:59FREECheck-outfrom 02:00-11:00FREE
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Rooms and availability

Double Room
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Room size:

    315 sq. feet

  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Balcony
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Junior Suite Sea View
  • Bed options:
    2 King-size beds
  • Room size:

    390 sq. feet

  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bathtub
  • Balcony
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Suite
  • Bed options:
    2 King-size beds
  • Room size:

    390 sq. feet

  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bathtub
  • Balcony
room details
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Location

1551 Shelter Island Drive, San Diego, California, United States, 92106
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
  • Hotels 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
Restaurant
Vessel Restaurant
200 ft
Getting around
City Center
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 stop2000 ft
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Reviews of Kona Kai Resort & Spa, A Noble House Resort

7.4
Very good177 reviews
Location7.6
Rooms6.2
Service6.2
Dining5.8
  • 5.6
    Guest rating

    The city was very lively and we enjoyed the great location of the hotel. The hotel staff was friendly. We appreciated the two complimentary drinks at check-in and the pool access.

    The room was disappointing as it did not have a private patio and personal fire pit as advertised. The lighting was poor and the wifi signal was weak, making it difficult to stream movies. The bathroom door was not ideal as the opaque glass allowed too much light inside and the fan was ineffective. The resort fee was not mentioned until checkout, which was an unpleasant surprise. The beds were uncomfortable, causing us to wake up with sore backs. Unfortunately, we only received room service once during our three-night stay. Additionally, we were not informed of construction and a power outage that affected our stay. Lastly, it was unexpected to have to leave the hotel for coffee in the morning as it was not available in the lobby.

    United Kingdom, 
  • 6.8
    Nice

    This hotel boasts a stunning location right on the beach with mesmerizing views of the sea. The rooms are well-designed and offer great amenities, including a delicious breakfast with a variety of options. The leisure facilities are plenty, and we enjoyed the pool, spa and fitness center the most.

    The parking charges were not reasonable.

    United Kingdom, 
  • 7.4
    Very good

    The location of the hotel is great, especially if you like being near the water. The pool and hot tub area was a real highlight, and we enjoyed spending time there. The rooms themselves were nicely decorated and comfortable, with plenty of space to relax. We also appreciated the helpfulness of the cleaning and ground staff, who were always friendly and made our stay even more enjoyable.

    One issue we had at the hotel was with the customer service. Some of the clerks were not particularly friendly or welcoming, which made the check-in process a bit frustrating. Additionally, there were some noise concerns - we were placed in a room that was above a party, and it was quite loud. There were no real solutions offered by the staff beyond telling us that the party would end at a specific time. Finally, we found that the resort fee and parking charge were a bit steep compared to similar hotels in the area.

    United Kingdom, 
  • 7.2
    Very good

    We truly enjoyed our stay here and can't wait to go back Beautiful location not far from the Coaster Santa Fe train station. The entire experience was RELAXING. The pool onsite was nice.

    Jocelyn Canada, 
  • 8.8
    Great

    The location of the hotel and the view. The food was also really good.

    Parking confusion/ Lack of customer service with our bags: When we got there I parked and brought our bags into the lobby, the hotel desk clerk gave us a confusing map that said our room was far from where I parked originally. Instead of delivering our bags I had to drag the bags all the way back to the car, load them and unload them again when I got close to the room. It would have been nice if they handled the bags for us.

    United States of America, 
  • 7.4
    Very good

    The location was beautiful. We enjoyed the easy access to all of the area attractions.

    The accomodations were a little tired. And the service from the hotel personnel, particularly the front desk left a little bit to be desired. We enjoyed our stay, but if the service was better it would have made it great rather than just okay.

    United States of America, 
  • 7.4
    Very good

    I liked the location the best, waking up to the beach view was amazing and super relaxing

    United States of America, 
  • 9.6
    Perfect

    I liked the convenience and the location of the hotel.

    United States of America, 
  • 5.0
    Guest rating

    Our room was very quiet and had a nice view on the marina.

    But the room was not very clean. And the amenites were ok but not great

    United States of America, 
  • 8.2
    Great

    friendly staff, good location, nice vieuw

    United States of America, 
  • 8.2
    Great

    Although the room was non smoking, the neighbors smoked on their patio at all hours.

    United States of America, 
  • 7.8
    Very good

    Definitely, parking is weak side of my stay in Kona Kai. $15 per night for guests is expensive.

    United States of America, 
  • 7.4
    Very good

    Its location was very nice.

    I found your staff to be very business like and not very friendly. We found that to be true with everyone we came in contact with except a man working by the pool. Also we ask as we were checking out if you accepted AARP they said yes but could not redo the bill because we had to show it at check-in. During the complimentary breakfast we found the menu restrictive and when I ask for hashbrowns the waitress brought cooked potatoes. When I ask she said we do not have hash browns. She should have said that when I ordered.

    United States of America, 
  • 6.2
    Nice

    The view from the room was great. The restruant was good. The staff was very frendly.

    The rooms seemed old for the prices charged.The parking lot was hard to get out of it.

    United States of America, 
  • 6.4
    Nice

    We enjoyed the marina view from our room. Our granddaughter loved seeing the boats. The ducks were a delight. Very easy to find. Definitely would stay there again.

    I found the front office staff rude, unfriendly. The gate going in and out sometimes did not work, Placing your key in the slot was not an easy process.

    United States of America, 

FAQ about Kona Kai Resort & Spa, A Noble House Resort

Which attractions can we visit during our stay in the 4-star Kona Kai Resort & Spa, A Noble House Resort?
Staying at the 4-star Kona Kai Resort & Spa, A Noble House Resort, you shouldn't miss San Diego's main attractions, such as Petco Park Ballpark (4.2 miles), Point Loma Nazarene University (1.3 miles) as well as SeaWorld San Diego Theme Park accessible with a 15-minute drive.
Which landmarks are the closest to the Kona Kai Resort & Spa, A Noble House Resort?
Staying at the Kona Kai Resort & Spa, A Noble House Resort, guests will have a chance to visit Shelter Island located just 8 minutes' walk from the property, and attend the closeby attractions, Friendship Bell (0.2 miles) and Tunaman's Memorial (0.3 miles).
Can we park our car at Kona Kai Resort & Spa, A Noble House Resort San Diego?
Yes, guests of Kona Kai Resort & Spa, A Noble House Resort San Diego can leave their car in parking on site.
Can I eat breakfast at the 4-star Kona Kai Resort & Spa, A Noble House Resort?
Yes, guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast provided by the 4-star Kona Kai Resort & Spa, A Noble House Resort.
What is check-in and check-out time at the resort?
Guests of the resort can check in from 4 PM to 11.59 PM and check out from 2 AM.
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the hotel?
Most rooms of the hotel include an adjoining terrace and a balcony as well as a laptop-size safe and smoke detectors provided for guests' security.
Are there any business facilities featured at the 4-star Kona Kai Resort & Spa, A Noble House Resort San Diego?
Yes, for business travelers the 4-star Kona Kai Resort & Spa, A Noble House Resort San Diego provides banquet and meeting facilities, and a work desk.
Does the 4-star Kona Kai Resort & Spa, A Noble House Resort offer rental services?
At the 4-star Kona Kai Resort & Spa, A Noble House Resort guests can rent bikes.
What spa facilities are provided at the 4-star Kona Kai Resort & Spa, A Noble House Resort?
At a wellness center featured at the 4-star Kona Kai Resort & Spa, A Noble House Resort guests can receive such spa treatments as beauty therapy, aromatherapy and body wraps. Additionally, a Jacuzzi, a steam room and an outdoor swimming pool are offered on-site.
Is there a bar at the San Diego resort?
Guests of the San Diego resort are welcome to relax at the onsite pool bar.
Address
1551 Shelter Island Drive, San Diego, California, United States, 92106
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Highlights
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating
read all 1996 verified reviews
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating
68of 283 hotels in San Diego
Good to know
Check-infrom 16:00-23:59FREECheck-outfrom 02:00-11:00FREE
PetsPets are allowed on request.
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Getting around
City Center
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 stop2000 ft
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