Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

3.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel with a golf course and a 24-hour fitness center

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (with Sofabed) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Exterior
Bar (on property)
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee
VIP Access

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

The current price is ¥24,875
¥27,410 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (with Sofabed)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(80 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (with Sofabed)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (with Sofabed)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(151 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
91950, CA, National City, 800 Bay Marina Dr

What's nearby

  • Naval Base San Diego - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 6 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Balboa Park - 7 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Port of San Diego - 8 min drive - 11.9 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 9 min drive - 12.7 km

Getting around

  • 24th St Trolley Station - 7 min walk
  • Old Town Transit Center - 14 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Eco-certified family-friendly hotel renovated in 2022 and located near San Diego Convention Center
Located close to Balboa Park and Port of San Diego, Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel provides a golf course, mini golf, and a coffee shop/cafe. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site American cuisine family restaurant, Kimball's restaurant, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and happy hour. Enjoy the 24-hour gym, as well as activities like mountain biking. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and a bicycle shop on site
  • A water dispenser, concierge services, and a bicycle shuttle
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the dining options, pool, and helpful staff
Room features
All 173 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • HDTVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key Global, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English, Filipino, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 8 to 20 for adults and USD 8 to 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Kimball's restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • 9-hole golf course
  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle equipment shop
  • Bicycle repair station
  • Bicycle shuttle
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Children's pool
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Hot tub
  • Mini golf
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Conference center (710 square feet of space)
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • On the bay
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Spa

  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (72 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar in shower (36 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Vibrating pillow alarm
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity (36 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (48 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2009
  • Renovated entire property - June 2022
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 250 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
10 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 8 to 20 for adults, and USD 8 to 20 for children
  • Pet deposit: USD 250 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting
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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Best Western Gateway Marina
Best Western Marina Gateway
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Best Western Plus Marina
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Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–10:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel?

As of Jul 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel on Aug 3, 2025 start from ¥24,875, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 250 per stay and a fee of USD 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel located?

Located near the airport, this family-friendly hotel is within 9 mi (15 km) of San Diego Convention Center, Balboa Park, and Port of San Diego. San Diego Zoo and Hotel Circle are also within 12 mi (20 km). 24th St Trolley Station is 7 minutes by foot and 8th St Trolley Station is 23 minutes.

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Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2230 out of 3131 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 582 out of 3131 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 175 out of 3131 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 3131 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 84 out of 3131 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

This was our second time staying here and we loved it just as much as the first! Such a great hotel, friendly staff and a great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Great place to stay, amazing beds!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

We enjoyed everything this property had to offer, highly recommended for any stays
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

The beds were comfortable and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10

Lovely place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Clean and friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10

Quiet, clean and comfortable. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

It was clean and the staff friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10

Check in was quick and easy, staff was polite and we were left unbothered.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Nice, Quite hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Clean and great pool
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Stayed for one night. Room was nice, staff was friendly. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10

We enjoyed the facilities and free coffee
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Quiet and convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Spacious and clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

This was great for the couple of nights we needed to stay in San Diego. Clean room, quiet. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10

Clean nicely located
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Clean, Relaxing and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10

Rooms are big and spacious. Staff was very friendly and helpful overall had a great experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Very clean and well maintained. It was close to everything we wanted to do.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Really enjoyed my stay here. Jenn was so sweet during check in.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

its our staycation destination and we always love it
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10

Close to beaches
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10

Stayed overnight. Clean and spacious rooms. Staff were friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025