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Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

3.5 star property

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee
Exterior
Lobby
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is AU$236
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar

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800 Bay Marina Dr, National City, CA, 91950
  • Place, San Diego Bay
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Naval Base San Diego
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Kimball Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(106 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(171 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (with Sofabed)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

National City

A family-friendly stay in National City awaits you at Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel. You'll be 8.8 km (5.4 mi) from San Diego Convention Center and 9.8 km (6.1 mi) from Balboa Park. Highlights at this hotel include a golf course, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .The family restaurant, Kimball's restaurant, serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Enjoy the 24-hour gym, Hot tub, kids' swimming pool and pool loungers. 710 square feet (66 square metres) of event facilities include 3 meeting rooms and a conference centre, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and coworking space. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class National City hotel include Port of San Diego and San Diego Zoo.

What's nearby

  • San Diego Bay - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Naval Base San Diego - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Kimball Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 8 min drive - 9.3 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 11 min drive - 12.3 km

Getting around

  • 24th St Trolley Station - 7 min walk
  • Old Town Transit Center - 14 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel offers its guests a golf course, an outdoor pool, and a hot tub. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre, 3 meeting rooms, and coworking spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 710 square feet (66 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A children's pool, a 24-hour fitness centre, and spa services are also featured at the family-friendly Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel was completed in June 2022.

This 3.5-star National City hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 173 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 710 sq ft of conference space
  • 66 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2009
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel offers 173 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary newspapers and an iron/ironing board. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 8 to 20 for adults and USD 8 to 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Kimball's restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • 9-hole golf course
  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle equipment shop
  • Bicycle repair station
  • Bicycle shuttle
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Children's pool
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Hot tub
  • Mini golf
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre (710 square foot of space)
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • On the bay
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Spa

  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar in shower (91 centimetre high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift (183 centimetre wide door)
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Vibrating pillow alarm
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity (91 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (122 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2009
  • Renovated entire property - June 2022
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:30 PM to 7:30 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 250 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 10 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 8 to 20 for adults and USD 8 to 20 for children
  • Pet deposit: USD 250 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards and outdoor lighting
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, Carte Blanche, Eurocard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards and outdoor lighting in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Up to 10 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Best Western Gateway Marina
Best Western Marina Gateway
Best Western Marina Gateway Hotel
Best Western Plus Marina
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel National City
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway National City
Marina Gateway Best Western
Marina Gateway Hotel
Best Western Marina Gateway Hotel National City
Best Plus Marina Gateway
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Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel Hotel National City

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel?

Yep, Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel?

As of 18 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel on 30 Mar 2026 start from AU$236, 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 Gateway Hotel?

The closest beach to Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel is Mission Beach (18.2 km).

Is there a spa on site at Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer spa services.

Does Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

What makes Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and a lounge bar, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel.

Is Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and children's meals, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, cooked-to-order brekkie is available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel?

No, Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves American cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Is there a golf course on site at Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel?

Yep, Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel has a 9-hole golf course. Mini golf and golf clubs are also available.

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2756 out of 3750 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 659 out of 3750 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 179 out of 3750 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 64 out of 3750 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 92 out of 3750 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

MINJUN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
N/A
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Gregory

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudio

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room and beds
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Santiago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The AC kept the room cool
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was affordable and very clean! The staff was amazing and pleasant and made sure my short stay was a great one. A lot of places to eat around the area, and it’s easy to get around and parking is easy also! About 25 mins away from the airport so that’s not bad either. Overall the property and stay was great!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julio

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes Thank You happy holidays
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janeth

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duane, Santa Bárbara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bethany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful interior. Decorated for Christmas and had a fire going in the lobby. Staff was friendly and my room was clean and classy. Price was really good.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eleazar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean hotel, with very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blanca

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmin

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose, SAN DIEGO

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

AURELIO DE LA

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Huguette

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
En general el hotel está bien, es limpio, tiene excelente ubicación y el personal brinda excelente atención, solo falta un poco de mantenimiento ya que especialmente el baño estaba un poco deteriorado
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was spotless. Staff were really nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Sergio

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

April

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect - the only thing was that I was on a non smoking room and the hallway on our way to our room smelled like weed, and our room smelled like it aswell , and when we checked out and told front desk - they kinda were not concerned and stated it might be because there’s a dispensary next door . So I’m hoping it doesn’t alway smell like that - but over all the room was clean and I like the location so I’m willing to give it another try and hope it doesn’t smell like that on my next visit .
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela, Bakersfield

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025