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Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

Property class: 2.5

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables with lamps, a small desk, and a patterned curtain.
A hotel with a grand entrance, multiple balconies, and a staircase leading to the main entrance.
A marina with boats docked, a rocky breakwater, and a coastal town in the background.
A grand entrance with a white balustrade, a blue overhang, and a statue of dolphins.
A spacious living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services
The current price is AU$175
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov

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)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

A hotel room with a large bed, a television, a desk with a chair, and a wardrobe.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(38 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a dresser, and a large window with sheer curtains.

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a TV, and a chair.

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

7.4 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)
  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with patterned curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(30 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a mirror, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator (Larger Room)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a dresser, and a large window with sheer curtains.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator (with Single Sofabed)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (Larger Room)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with patterned curtains.

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

  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (Larger Room)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a wardrobe.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace (Larger Room)

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, fireplace, and patterned curtains.

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

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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
  • North Day Use Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Dana Point Harbor - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Baby Beach - 4 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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 (varies based on length of stay)
  • Maximum 2 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 (varies based on length of 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

Best Western Marina Shores
Best Western Marina Shores Hotel
Best Western Plus Marina
Best Western Plus Marina Shores
Best Western Plus Marina Shores Dana Point
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Hotel Best Western Marina
Marina Shores Best Western
Marina Shores Hotel
Best Plus Marina Shores
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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 9 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel on 15 Nov 2026 start from AU$175, 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

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 538 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 259 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 114 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 1006 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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It was a great stay with great access to everything!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place lots of food close by
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Solid stay...would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect for what me and my 2 adult sons needed for trip to Dana Point - convenient to Harbor and everything and very safe and clean hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for one night & worked out perfectly for what we needed. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel was amazing. It’s so clean and the stuff are so helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good value, great location perfect for a few days in Dana Point.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice hotel option in Dana Point. Nice staff, well maintained, very accommodating. Located close to a number of dining options. We stayed in a suite with our two cats while we were prepping our house for a move and sale - and doing so made for a much less stressful week.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Hotel staff was very friendly and welcoming. I feel the property itself was in need of some cleaning and renovation, but the rooms and lobby were very clean and well kept.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff were so helpful and pleasant. Parking is easy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They offer a good breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Our stay was very comfortable! The room was a great size and exceptionally clean. The staff was friendly, welcoming, and very helpful throughout our visit. The amenities were well maintained, and the swimming pool was a lot of fun for the kids. We had a wonderful experience and will definitely be coming back. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We loved the closeness to everything. The bed was very comfortable. Room was very nice and the staff was very friendly & helpful. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was incredible at helping resolve issues. They were professional and kind!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and nice set up.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Fast check in, clean room, good breakfast, affordable price, close to beach and lots of eateries.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice that it's downtown, easy walk to cafes, etc.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very good
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We’ve stayed here a few times, and always a solid, clean place to stay. Close to the harbor, shopping. Dana Point is a special place to visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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The breakfast had a good assortment. But they definitely need to get a NEW TOASTER AND 2 NEW WAFFLE MAKERS!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was clean. The view was nice. The staff was great. I didn't use the pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026

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