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Bay Club Hotel & Marina

3.0 of 5
2131 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92106
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Bay Club Hotel & Marina
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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lancs
Senior Contributor
25 reviews 25 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed September 26, 2007

we stayed here for 6 nights and were more than happy. We thought the location was spot on shelter island is a really nice place to stay. The hotel staff were pleasant, the breakfast buffet was amazing to say it was in with the price of the room, which by the way was very clean and spacious. Only $5 per... More

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Los Angeles, CA
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed September 23, 2007

My boyfriend and I stayed here last year for Thanksgiving and had a great time. The rooms were spacious with standard amenities. The hotel staff was very polite and friendly. We LOVED the continental breakfast. I especially loved that it was held at times I was actually awake rather than those breakfast that are held between 6-8am when I'm happily... More

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Castro Valley, CA
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed September 5, 2007

Upon arrival, you cannot help but notice the amazing views of the San Diego Harbor and downtown skyline. So the Bay Club Hotel & Marina definitely has location going for it. The hotel's decor can best described as Trader Vic's meets Tommy Bahama. That said, the island motif was appropriate to the location and laid back attitude the hotel wished... More

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Oklahoma
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 25, 2007

We chose this hotel after reading several reviews...and hoping that it's location would lend itself to an older quieter clientèle. We were very pleased! There were no rowdy families with hyper kids ready to attack Sea World or the zoo. No motor coaches full of teenagers. No big parking hassle. Just a casual gracious feel to the place. Lovely safe... More

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San Diego
Contributor
11 reviews 11 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed August 19, 2007

We stayed here August 16th through the 18th. We made the reservation back in May. We chose it because we were planning on attending a show at Humphrey's on the 16th and the rates were far better. It is literally right next door to Humphrey's and was a quick 2 minute walk across the parking lot to the show. No... More

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Houston
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed July 31, 2007

This was our first time to visit San Diego. A friend had recommended the Bay Club Hotel, so we chose to stay there. We were delighted when we arrived. This is a very family oriented hotel, reasonably priced, with great service. The front desk employees were more than helpful when asked about different attractions in the San Diego area. The... More

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Cheyenne, WY
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 13, 2007

We just returned from a nine day stay at the Bay Club and we had a great time. I know from other postings that some people had a bad experience with the front desk staff, but we found them to be very helpful. The rooms were clean and the view of the bay was beautiful. The wait staff was excellent... More

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Boston, Massachusetts
Top Contributor
51 reviews 51 reviews
32 hotel reviews
Reviews in 30 cities Reviews in 30 cities
46 helpful votes 46 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 17, 2007

We got a late start on our vacation planning last summer, and all of the more popular or more highly rated hotels were booked when we were ready to make our reservations. I booked at the Bay Club with some trepidation after reading the mixed reviews on this site, but our experience there was very nice. We booked one of... More

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Long Island, NY
Senior Contributor
21 reviews 21 reviews
21 hotel reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
56 helpful votes 56 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 1, 2007

Check in was quick and easy. We stayed here 4 nights while in town for my best friends wedding. They graciously extended the wedding rate for our entire stay which was nice. Rooms are immaculate. A little dated, but spotless! Plently of clean towels and extra pillows. Room was cleaned daily and sheets changed. The breakfast is AWESOME and TRUST... More

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Walnut, CA
Senior Contributor
27 reviews 27 reviews
19 hotel reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
64 helpful votes 64 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 12, 2007

booked a room on the second floor for $10.00 more and it is worth the $10.00. Spacious room for family of 4. Room was clean with a microwave, coffee pot, iron/ironing board, blowdryer. Breakfast was very good, plenty of choices, nice waitrees, she kept the o.j and coffee coming. Nice view of the marina as well. I would stay again.

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Hotel Summarization (Beta)

What travelers say

  • Shelter island(66)
  • Breakfast buffet(21)
  • Parking lot(13)
  • Friendly and helpful(13)
  • Very clean(8)
  • Very good(7)
  • Front desk staff(7)
  • Great view(4)
  • Second floor(4)
  • Would highly recommend(4)

Additional Information about Bay Club Hotel & Marina

Address: 2131 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92106
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Region: United States > California > San Diego
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Center Fitness Center Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#19 Family Hotels in San Diego
#37 Romantic Hotels in San Diego
#64 Business Hotels in San Diego
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Discover San Diego's best-kept secret - The Bay Club Hotel & Marina. Located on scenic Shelter Island...San Diego's Hawaiian Isle, we are in the center of all there is to see and do in America's Finest City. Minutes away you'll find SeaWorld, the world-famous San Diego Zoo, Safari Park, historic Old Town, Legoland, downtown's Gaslamp Quarter, PETCO Park, the convention center and nearby Baja California, Mexico. In-room amenities include free wireless internet access, coffee makers, hairdryers, safes, refrigerators, irons and ironing boards, voice mail, and 42" HDTV's with free HBO and Disney channels. Visit our Front Desk for discounts to local attractions, rental car reservations and entertainment or dining recommendations. As our guest, you will enjoy our complimentary full breakfast buffet and complimentary airport, cruise ship and Amtrak shuttle service. Added conveniences include gift shop, exercise room, massage therapy, outdoor heated swimming pool and hot tub. Each of our 105 charming guest rooms and suites offer South Pacific decor and lovely views of San Diego Bay, picturesque Point Loma and sailboat-filled marinas. The Bay Club Bar & Grill offers one of San Diego's best marina views along with an intimate friendly setting. Relax and indulge yourself with one of our delicious menu selections. Choose from fresh seafood specials, steaks, pastas, specialty salads and seafood combinations. Happy Hour is a must Monday through Friday from 4PM to 7PM. ... more   less 
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Also Known As:
Bay Club Hotel And Marina
Bay Hotel Marina
Bay Hotel San Diego
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