Your luxury island escape in the center of San Diego.
Our island oasis boasts a long-standing history as one of San Diego’s true hidden gems. Located in Point Loma on the tip of Shelter Island, our waterfront San Diego resort is set within 11 acres of lush tropical gardens. Home to a famous social club, a striking, waterfront Point Loma restaurant and a full-service spa, the resort is a destination of its own in the heart of San Diego. Guests can laze the day away beside one of two marina-front pools sipping craft cocktails from our two poolside bars. With an adults-only pool, our own private beach and marina and over 25 weekly included fitness classes, there are endless experiences to enhance your San Diego vacation.
Your luxury island escape in the center of San Diego.
Our island oasis boasts a long-standing history as one of San Diego’s true hidden gems. Located in Point Loma on the tip of Shelter Island, our waterfront San Diego resort is set within 11 acres of lush tropical gardens. Home to a famous social club, a striking, waterfront Point Loma restaurant and a full-service spa, the resort is a destination of its own in the heart of San Diego. Guests can laze the day away beside one of two marina-front pools sipping craft cocktails from our two poolside bars. With an adults-only pool, our own private beach and marina and over 25 weekly included fitness classes, there are endless experiences to enhance your San Diego vacation.
Rooms & Suites
Unwind into casual luxury in our waterfont rooms and suites. Select from San Diego Bay views or marina views in our Shelter Island hotel’s inviting accommodations, each infused with a calming elegance and vibrant colors that reflect the energy of the resort.
Luxury Beach & Pool Cabanas
Don’t just lounge poolside, lounge in luxury. Spoil yourself in one of our private cabanas in a private world of your creation. Be the VIP today.
Waterfront Dining
Dine overlooking peacful views of the resort’s private marina at Vessel Restaurant + Bar. Wake up to panoramic water views daily at breakfast or brunch and relax with the glow of Point Loma as your backdrop as the day comes to an end. Here, exquisite SoCal cuisine, local brews and an impressive cocktail list are served Tuesday – Saturday.
SpaTerre
Unwind and destress in our signature spa with personalized treatments and luxurious services. For those who prefer to work out the stress, our fitness center has all the equipment you’ll need.
Private Beach & Nightly Bonfires
Relax in style on Kona Kai’s beach, one of the only privately-owned beaches in California. Gather round our cozy beach firepits by night and step up that stylish beach moment with a private cabana rental by day .
Rooms & Suites
Unwind into casual luxury in our waterfont rooms and suites. Select from San Diego Bay views or marina views in our Shelter Island hotel’s inviting accommodations, each infused with a calming elegance and vibrant colors that reflect the energy of the resort.
Luxury Beach & Pool Cabanas
Don’t just lounge poolside, lounge in luxury. Spoil yourself in one of our private cabanas in a private world of your creation. Be the VIP today.
Waterfront Dining
Dine overlooking peacful views of the resort’s private marina at Vessel Restaurant + Bar. Wake up to panoramic water views daily at breakfast or brunch and relax with the glow of Point Loma as your backdrop as the day comes to an end. Here, exquisite SoCal cuisine, local brews and an impressive cocktail list are served Tuesday – Saturday.
SpaTerre
Unwind and destress in our signature spa with personalized treatments and luxurious services. For those who prefer to work out the stress, our fitness center has all the equipment you’ll need.
Private Beach & Nightly Bonfires
Relax in style on Kona Kai’s beach, one of the only privately-owned beaches in California. Gather round our cozy beach firepits by night and step up that stylish beach moment with a private cabana rental by day.
Elegantly Appointed Rooms
Your home away from home, expertly blending San Diego’s personality with a casual luxury that’ll make it hard to imagine leaving.
Elegantly Appointed Rooms
Your home away from home, expertly blending San Diego’s personality with a casual luxury that’ll make it hard to imagine leaving.
PACKAGES & OFFERS
Park it in Paradise
Jumping in your car to San Diego? Take advantage of this exclusive offer to save on parking and resort fees. Endless fun and relaxation await you when you park here in paradise!
Gift Cards Now Available
Give the gift of adventure, relaxation and marina-front dining in San Diego. Gift cards for Kona Kai San Diego, Vessel and SpaTerre are now available for purchase.
ADDRESS
Kona Kai San Diego Resort
1551 Shelter Island Dr
San Diego, CA 92106
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AWARDS & PRESS
#11 Best San Diego Resort
U.S. News & World Report, 2025
Top 500 Hotels in the World
Travel + Leisure, 2023
