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4 people making s'mores at a fire pit outside Kona Kai

4th of July at Kona Kai Resort

This Fourth of July, escape with your loved ones to Shelter Island for a quintessential San Diego getaway. Spend the long weekend lounging by our two waterfront pools, enjoying festive patriotic programming, taking in the iconic Big Bay Boom from the resort, or unwinding on Kona Kai’s private stretch of beach.

4th of July celebration of fireworks over the city

Big Bay Boom

The Big Bay Boom fireworks show is displayed from four barges on the San Diego Bay on July 4, at 9:00 PM. The Shelter Island barge is located directly outside of our resort, so be sure to bring your lawn chairs, friends, or rent a boat to watch from the water.

People celebrating with champagne and sparklers at Kona Kai

Festive Fun

Join us as we celebrate the red, white, and blue all weekend long. Soak up the sun at our waterfront pools and enjoy barbecue specials, curated summer cocktails, and beer pairings. Festive fun sets the stage for a holiday weekend well spent.

A group of people around a fire pit making S'mores at night

Party S’more

Take advantage of our private beach overlooking the marina while enjoying one of our tasty s’mores kits at our fire pits. We’ll provide you with all your s’mores essentials—a pack of crunchy graham crackers, soft marshmallows, rich chocolate, and roasting sticks for up to four people.

A couple having a glass of red wine on a balcony of their room at Kona Kai

Suites + Sunsets

Relish the salty air and San Diego Bay breezes in Island-inspired luxury at Kona Kai. Beach chic mixed with modern sophistication sets the stage at your Shelter Island oasis this Fourth of July weekend.

Cabana at Paloma Pool

Cool by the Pool

Don’t just lounge poolside, lounge in luxury. With waterfront views, flat-screen TVs, Wi-Fi, bottled water, chips, cookies, and towels, you’ll never want to leave your personal cabana. Private cabanas are available to rent and upgrade packages that include food and beverage options are available for purchase.

Two people walking down a sidewalk outside Kona Kai

Marina Front Magic

Raise a glass to freedom this Fourth of July weekend. Take in the tropical breezes of San Diego Bay while savoring some of Southern California’s finest cuisine, thoughtfully crafted by the culinary team at Vessel Restaurant + Bar. Set on Shelter Island with panoramic waterfront views, the restaurant offers fresh, inventive dining from morning through evening.