Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

2.5 star property

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Exterior
Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (with Sofabed)
Free daily full breakfast
Exterior
Lobby

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$273
includes taxes & fees
1 July - 2 July

Explore the area

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34280 Pacific Coast Hwy, Dana Point, CA, 92629
  • Place, Lantern Bay County Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Doheny State Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Dana Point Harbor
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Accessible - 1 King, Mobility Accessible, Roll In Shower, Larger Room

  • Sleeps 2

Accessible - 1 King, Mobility Accessible, Roll In Shower, Larger Room, Non-Smoking, Full Breakfast

  • Sleeps 2

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

  • Sleeps 5

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

7.4 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator (Larger Room)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator (with Single Sofabed)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (Larger Room)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (Larger Room)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace (Larger Room)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Dana Point

At Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Doheny State Beach and Dana Point Harbor. Highlights at this hotel include free daily breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and a 24-hour business centre. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and a 24-hour front desk. Other amenities include a terrace, multilingual staff and a water dispenser. Each morning a free full breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of self parking. .With a stay at this Dana Point hotel, you'll be 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Ocean Institute and 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from The Coach House.

What's nearby

  • Lantern Bay County Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Doheny State Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Crystal Cove Dog Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Dana Point Harbor - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Ocean Institute - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • San Juan Capistrano Depot - 11 min drive
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Doho Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Lantern's Edge - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Wind & Sea Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪A's Burgers - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a 24-hour business centre on site. Free breakfast is available daily. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel. Parking is available for a fee.

This Dana Point hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 87 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Terrace
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel offers 87 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. 37-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site (USD 25 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 40 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 150 per stay)
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self-parking fee: USD 25 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 40 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD150 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Best Western Plus Marina
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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel?

Yep, Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel has a self car park for USD 25 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

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

As of 16 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel on 1 Jul 2026 start from NZ$273, including 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.

Are there any beaches close to Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel?

Yep, Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel is a short 7-minute walk from Doheny State Beach.

Does Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel have a pool?

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel has an outdoor pool.

Does Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, our visitors adore the free full brekkie here! Offered daily, this is the place to fuel up for a day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel?

No, Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 552 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 272 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 110 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 1020 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1020 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff friendly easy check in
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room friendly staff easy check in
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here 5 or 6 times now, always good
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Jaime

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice breakfast with.lots of options. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

JAMI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Comfortable stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Keiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly front desk.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nadia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and great price!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Niamh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great hotel for a quick weekend visit. Staff were excellent and room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel very friendly staff at check in. Night shift girl very nice, easy check in.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great breakfasts and good location
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Helpful staff, decor
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Wenpei

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great deal. Great staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is good, room is decent
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, staff was very nice. Great food all in walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gustavo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent, rooms need a refresh. Area was great. Skip the bbq place next door.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jenniffer

Great location, nice rooms, and friendly staff. I will
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness
Always friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed; friendly staff; great breakfast with a nice selection of warm and cold options; walkable to Marina and beach. Reasonably priced.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff was great. room was very nice. close to food and the harbor
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Steven J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Staff we're helpful. Hotel is a bit dated, but is a good value and in a good location
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026