Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

34280 Pacific Coast Highway, Dana Point, CA 92629 United States (USA) near Exit 79 on I-5 (~1.1mi)
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2.5 Star Property
33.465450-117.689000
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  • Outdoor pool at hotel
  • Comp. Breakfast
  • The Avg. Group Saves 2.2%!
  • Fitness + Health Center
  • 87 rooms in property
  • Check-out: 11:00am
  • Hotel has an eco-friendly policy
  • Group friendly rating of 10.0/10

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Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days

Rates shown are nightly rates before taxes and do not necessarily reflect all discounts available. The chart provides the cheapest public rates available by room type.

Room Types

Check Rates2 Queen Beds Refrigerator Full Breakfast
Non-Smoking
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Check RatesSuite 1 King Bed Full Breakfast Balcony Sofa Bed Microwave, Refrigerator
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Check RatesSuite 1 King Bed Pillowtop Bed Balcony Microwave and Refrigerator Wet Bar Sofa Bed Full Breakfast
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Check RatesSuite 1 King Bed Whirlpool Refrigerator Full Breakfast
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Check RatesSuite 2 Queen Beds Pillowtop Bed Balcony Microwave and Refrigerator Wet Bar Sofa Bed Full Breakfast
Non-Smoking

Local Attractions

Across the street from Dana Point(ocean)Harbor/Beaches. Walking distance to many restaurants. 3 Miles from the San Juan Mission. 4 miles away from Laguna Beach. Points Of Interest, Entertainment, Excursions: Dana Point, California (right here!) Doheny State Beach ( ½ mile) Dana Point Harbor (1/2 mile to entrance-1 mile to harbor) Shopping (nearby) Restaurants (walking distance to 10 miles depending on your tastes) Groceries and Pharmacy (less than 1 mile) Ocean Institute, Home of the brig “Pilgrim” (1 mile) Catalina Express Passenger Service (1 mile) Dana Point Charters and Whale Watching (1 mile) Dana Point Sportfishing (1 mile) Golf (3 miles) Tennis (within 2 miles) Mission San Juan Capistrano (2 miles) Laguna Beach (4 miles)

Our Hotel Planner Expert Reviews of Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

Our expert hotel planners periodically visit and review the hotels we represent in person.
"Pocketbook friendly hotel in Dana Point. "
Overall Score4.0/ 5
The Best Western Plus Marina Shores is a great choice for travelers or groups need a budget friendly hotel in Dana Point, where the majority of properties are 4/5 Star hotels or small inns. It is a 3-story property with 87 rooms with either interior or exterior corridors, with an elevator indoors and exterior stairs on south end of the property. There are 30 standard rooms (1 king or 2 queens), 44 two-bedroom suites and 3 suites with a whirlpool. The rooms come equipped with a work desk & chair, lounge chair, alarm clock on nightstand, air conditioner, 37' flat screen, closet (iron & ironing board) and mini-fridge. In addition, the suites also have a microwave and/or wet bar, separate living room area, and a small balcony. The property has a small business center, workout room, laundry on-site (coin-operated), heated outdoor pool, small breakfast room that serves Hot Breakfast. There is complimentary Wi-Fi in all the rooms & public areas. There is one small meeting room, which holds 30 people classroom style, rented for nominal fee of $100 a day. The property's parking is a semi-open underground garage that runs along the bottom length of the building; it is $10 for overnight parking. While there is some surface parking available, no overnight parking is permitted by the city of Dana Point from the hours of 2am to 6am, thus preventing the property from accommodating Bus Parking. There are paid lots for short term and long term parking needs.Property is located on the busy Pacific Coast Highway in downtown Dana Point and in a walk-able area surrounded by fast food, gas station, grocery store, and a short 5-minute walk to the Beach (Capistrano or Doheny) or Doheny State Park (quarter mile). San Clemente is only 10-minute drive. The closet freeway is the 5 and the Ortega Highway 74 is only a few miles north of the property. This is a great property for groups, families or for the business traveler needing a little more room, and not willing to pay the higher rates in the area.
Melissa C, a local HotelPlanner Dana Point expert from US flag
31-Oct-2013 Verified Review
"Group Friendly mid-range Hotel "
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Doubletree Suites by Hilton Doheny Beach - Dana Point is a unique property; as the only full service hotel in Dana Point that is not a 4/5 star property, but at the higher end compared to the pocket friendlier properties in the area which are mostly inns or small properties. This property has 196 suites (all rooms are suites), with 1 King bed or 2 queens and a separate living room area with pullout sofa (sleeps 2) separated by French doors. All the rooms have a small balcony, 2 LCD flat panel tv's (one in each room), 2 telephones, nightstand with a lamp & alarm clock, mini-fridge, microwave, mini-wet bar, coffeemaker, spacious closet (iron & iron board), and spacious bathroom. The property offers a business center, fitness center, outdoor heated pool & whirlpool spa, laundry on-site, full service restaurant, rooftop bar in the evenings, valet service & self-parking ($22 a day for either one), and Wi-Fi-internet ($12.95 a day).There is flexible functional meeting space available with 13,743 square feet of combined interior and exterior space throughout the property, with a few rooftop options for intimate events. The Doheny Ballroom, the largest of 11 meeting spaces can hold up to 450-reception style. The most interesting of the meeting spaces is the Tempo, which is completely indoors, on the second floor with a balcony, floor to ceiling windows with wooden shutter doors, a working fireplace and amazing views of the ocean.Property is located on the busy Pacific Coast Highway in downtown Dana Point and in a semi-walkable area (must use the designated cross-walk and bridge before reaching the walkable area ) surrounded by fast food, gas station, grocery store, and a short 5-minute walk to the Beach (Capistrano or Doheny) or Doheny State Park (quarter mile). San Clemente is only a 10-minute drive. The closet freeway is the 5 and the Ortega Highway 74 is only a few miles north of the property. This is a mid-range hotel, perfect for all group types seeking a full service experience. Or for extended stay clientele not requiring a kitchenette but needing more than the basic amenities.Do not forget about their World Famous Chocolate Chip Cookie upon check-in or by special request in the front lobby during the day!
Melissa C, a local HotelPlanner Dana Point expert from US flag
31-Oct-2013 Verified Review

Verified Reviews of Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"Great Staff, Clean and Fresh Environment. A Pleasure!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Great Staff friendly, attentive and respectful. Clean and Fresh Environment. A Pleasure to be there for business or for fun! It is in a great location to walk around in near beach, restaurants, grocery stores, bars something for everyone.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
17-Jun-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Jun 12 to Sat Jun 15 2024 at a $167.65 average nightly rate.
"Nice Rooms & Complimentary Breakfast"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Staff was nice and the complimentary breakfast was excellent. The room was fine.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
04-Jan-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Dec 31 to Tue Jan 02 2024 at a $185.49 average nightly rate.
"Good Hotel, Service & Amenities Including EV Chargers"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
The service was good. Vehicle chargers are available for guests (two Tesla, two generic). Breakfast was convenient and had options for non dairy items. Located across from PCH, fast food and the beach, shopping and restaurants (including a good vegan place named Vibe within walking distance).
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
15-Dec-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Dec 09 to Mon Dec 11 2023 at a $163.35 average nightly rate.

Property Description

All of our rooms are equipped with a coffee maker, refrigerator, hairdryer and whirl pool tub (with exception of the handicapp rooms). We offer our guest A free hot breakfast and free wireless DSL for guest that bring their laptop. Our meeting room can accommodate up to 35 people class room style and we provide a screen, flip charts and whiteboard at no extra cost. Meeting room rental is $100.00 per day, we have a projector upon request, projector rental is $100.00.This 87 room, three story hotel offers a wide variety of room types to satisfy nearly every need. The hotel offers 34 large two-room suites featuring a separate living room and bedroom with whirlpool baths. On the first floor, we offer 8 King Whirlpool rooms with a whirlpool tub for two surrounded by travertine and marble in the corner of the oversized room. Another 8 Standard King Whirlpool rooms, located on the third floor, offer the same large two person whirlpool tubs in the bathroom. Other than rooms with roll-in showers, most other guest rooms feature whirlpool tubs. We also offer standard hotel rooms with either a king bed or two queen beds. Finally, the hotel makes available the versatile “Doheny Suites” rooms.Our “Doheny Suite” rooms offer unique versatility for families, groups, and wedding parties. Comprised of three connecting rooms, guests can reserve one, two, or all three rooms to accommodate up to 8 guests. Room 301 features a King bed with oversized travertine lined bathroom. Room 302, features a queen bed, travertine lined bath, and a fireplace. Room 303 offers two queen beds, a bathroom with a double sink and oversized closet with built in shelving and storage. Combined, these three rooms add up the our “Doheny Suite” and offer a large family or group of guests great flexibility and comfort. The “Doheny Suite” is not sold online and may only be reserved by calling the hotel directly.Our Hotel Staff speaks English and Spanish.Hotel Features:87 total guest rooms44 total two-room suites, or oversized whirlpool rooms30 standard King or 2 Queen guest rooms3 Special Rooms comprising the “Doheny Suites”3 Floors W/ElevatorPersonal Services:Guest Fitness CenterGuest Coin-Operated LaundryHeated Outdoor Pool and SundeckSafety Deposit BoxesDry Cleaning Services (vendor service)Free High Speed Internet AccessBusiness Center/ComputersComplimentary Hot BreakfastBusiness Services:Photocopy serviceFAX ServiceComplimentary High Speed Internet Access, wireless throughout the hotelBusiness Center/Computers

Green Sustainability

Yes, we provide Green Program.

Details / Other Expenses

Check In: 3:00pm
Check Out: 11:00am
Year of Last Renovation: 2012
Floors: 3
Rooms: 87
Corridors: Both Interior and Exterior Hallways
Non Smoking Rooms: 87
Handicap Rooms:
Suites: 36
Room Windows: Windows Do Open
Cleaning Frequency: Daily
Meeting Rooms: 1 View Spaces
Meeting Space: 1000 sq. feet
Banquet Space: Holds 50 people
Dist. to Food/Bars: 0.3 Mi
Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 0.3 Mi
Dist. to Nearest Gym: 0.3 Mi
Pool Info:
Pool hours: 8am-10pm Pool Size- 25x25, 5.5 deepOutdoor - Peaks of the ocean are in background.Heated
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
Individual cancellation is 48 hrs prior to the date of arrival
Nightly Parking: 10
Total Taxes: 10.20%
Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)
Parking Fee: 10.00 Per Night

Amenities / Features


  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Beach access: Close to beach
  • Central location
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • Complimentary newspaper
  • Conference facilities
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Credit card accepted: Discover
  • Credit card accepted: Diners Club
  • Electric Car Charging Station
  • Electronic key card
  • Elevator
  • Fax available
  • Fitness and health center
  • Free local calls
  • Hairdryer available
  • Handicap accessible
  • Ice Maker
  • Internet - wireless
  • Free WiFi Internet
  • Ironing facilities
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24 hours opened
  • Office or business center
  • Pets allowed
  • Private bathroom in room
  • Radio in room
  • Refrigerator
  • Self controlled heating/cooling system
  • Shower
  • Swimming pool - outdoor
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Telephone
  • Telephone in all rooms
  • Telephone - Free local calls
  • Television
  • TV - Free Cable
  • TV Channel: HBO
  • TV Channel: Weather Channel
  • TV Channel: ESPN
  • TV Channel: Fox Sports
  • TV Channel: Discovery Channel
  • TV Channel: Nickelodeon
  • Travellers cheques accepted
  • Voicemail

Airport & Shuttle Information

30 min. away from the Orange County Airport(SNA) No shuttle available, many taxi services-one way is about 65.00 to 75.00.50 min. from LAX or San Diego. (Depending on traffic)

Local Shuttle Info: Train Station:Amtrak Station in San Juan Capistrano – 3 miles

Breakfast Information

Our full hot breakfast is FREE. Includes eggs, potatoes, meats, pancakes, fruit, cereals, breads, yogurt, toast, drinks.

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Yes! Pets are allowed.
Pets allowed, $20 per day, up to $100.

Parking Info

$10 overnight parking

Internet / WiFI

Complimentary Wi-fi in entire hotel

About Best Western Plus

  • Best Western Plus offers upgraded bath amenities, an in-room mini-fridge, and a spacious work desk
  • Fitness room, laundry room, and business center also available
  • FREE high-speed internet, local calls, and long distance access
  • Breakfast is available
  • For the upper mid-scale market, including upgraded amenities and enhanced style and comfort.

The Best Western Plus highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

    Day 1

  • Breakfast: Coffee Importers - Start your day with a delicious breakfast and a cup of coffee, just 0.3 miles away from the hotel.
  • Lunch: The Shwack Beach Grill - Grab a tasty burger or sandwich for lunch, located 0.8 miles from the hotel.
  • Dinner: The Harbor Grill - Enjoy fresh seafood and stunning harbor views, located 1.5 miles from the hotel.
  • Activity: Dana Point Harbor - Explore the beautiful harbor, go for a boat ride, or simply relax on the beach. It's just a short walk, 0.2 miles away from the hotel.
  • Day 2

  • Breakfast: Stacks Pancake House - Indulge in a delicious breakfast with a variety of pancake options, just 0.7 miles away from the hotel.
  • Lunch: Craft House - Try their farm-to-table lunch options and unique craft beers, located 1.2 miles from the hotel.
  • Dinner: Waterman's Harbor - Enjoy a seafood dinner with a waterfront view, located 0.5 miles from the hotel.
  • Activity: Doheny State Beach - Spend the day at this beautiful beach, perfect for swimming, surfing, and picnicking. It's only 1.8 miles away from the hotel.
  • Day 3

  • Breakfast: RJ's Cafe - Start your day with a hearty breakfast and friendly service, just 0.4 miles away from the hotel.
  • Lunch: The Fuel Shack - Grab a quick and delicious lunch at this beachside eatery, located 0.6 miles from the hotel.
  • Dinner: Coastal Kitchen - Enjoy a fine dining experience with ocean views, located 0.9 miles from the hotel.
  • Activity: Whale Watching - Embark on a thrilling whale watching tour and witness these majestic creatures up close. The departure point is 0.3 miles away from the hotel.

Previously known as:
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites, Best Western Plus Marina Shores

Seasonality of Hotel Rates at Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

Rate fluctuations of Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

This chart illustrates seasonality of sleeping room prices for both our group rates and the best online individual traveler rates our rate checker could find at the time the group/meeting offer was placed. The best group rate shown is 11.6% in April 2022 and the highest average individual rate is $309 in the month of July 2022. This chart will show past seasonality and also project future months. If you are flexible with dates, you may want to consider staying at Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel in a month when rates are lower.

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel.

Feel free to use the Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Dana Point event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Meeting Room Name L x W x H
(Feet)
Size
(sqft.)
Banquet
5'/6'
Banquet Space Layout
Crescent
Crescent Tables Layout
Classroom
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow
Square
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
Boardroom Meeting Space
Convention
8'/10'
Convention Booth Layout
Theater
Theater Layout
Reception
Reception Desk for Meeting
Regist.
Desk
Registration Desk for Meeting
Meeting Room 27 x 25 x 7 67535/----28161916--/--------
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Meeting Room

Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
675 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
27 x 25 x 7 Ft.
Floor Level:
2
Power Outlets:
4
Columns:
3
Windows:
2
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
Yes
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
Photo of Meeting Room

FAQs about Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

What time is check in?

Check in time is 3:00pm based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00am based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel have?

There are 87 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel?

Yes, they have 1 meeting room that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel?

Our full hot breakfast is FREE. Includes eggs, potatoes, meats, pancakes, fruit, cereals, breads, yogurt, toast, drinks.

What parking is available at Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel?

$10 overnight parking

How much does internet cost?

Complimentary Wi-fi in entire hotel

Can I get a AAA rate at Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel?

Yes, they have stay dates that support AAA hotel discounts. Example room type: AAA CAA Rate 2 Queen Beds Refrigerator Full Breakfast

Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel?

Yes, they have stay dates that support Senior hotel discounts. Example room type: Senior Rate Citizens 55yrs Plus or AARP ID 2 Queen Beds Refrigerator Full Breakfast

Is there a gym at Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Is there a pool at Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Pool hours: 8am-10pm Pool Size- 25x25, 5.5 deepOutdoor - Peaks of the ocean are in background.Heated.

Can I get a group rate at Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel?

Yes, you can get room block and/or discount for a group if you need 10+ rooms per night. The average groups saves around 2.2%.

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