The Best Hotels Closest to Shelter Island in San Diego - 2026 Updated Prices

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A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a wooden ceiling, and large windows offering a view of the outdoor patio area.

A modern lobby with wooden ceiling beams, comfortable seating with yellow cushions, a large wooden coffee table, and large windows offering a view of palm trees and a sunset.

A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

A spacious hotel lobby with a mix of seating arrangements, including a sofa, round tables, and chairs.

1. Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station

2.7 km from Shelter Island

Ana Lopez

Rp3.205.174

Rp3.684.186 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel complex with multiple buildings, a landscaped garden, and a body of water reflecting the sunset.

A hotel with a well-maintained lawn, outdoor lighting, and a clear view of the building's facade.

A beach with sand dunes and a person walking.

A pool area with lounge chairs, a palm tree, and a view of a bridge and buildings in the background.

2. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Airport/Liberty Station

2.4 km from Shelter Island

Orlyn

Rp3.273.743

Rp3.763.003 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a view of the sea.

A bar area with multiple seating options, a well-stocked bar, and a television screen.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large screen.

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a well-lit courtyard, outdoor seating, and a view of the surrounding area.

3. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Airport/Liberty Station

2.6 km from Shelter Island

Luis

Rp3.330.137

Rp3.827.826 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A balcony with a table set for two, overlooking a marina with numerous boats.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a marina with numerous boats.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a clear view of the elevator.

A marina with multiple boats docked, a multi-story building with outdoor seating, and a clear view of the surrounding coastline.

4. Bay Club Hotel & Marina

0.7 km from Shelter Island

Jennifer

Rp2.868.061

Rp3.296.658 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A modern building with a sloped roof and large windows, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.

An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, large umbrellas, and a marina view in the background.

A restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a patterned carpet. Tables are set with chairs and place settings.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, stone flooring, and wicker furniture.

5. Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

0.4 km from Shelter Island

Michael

Rp2.465.422

Rp2.833.879 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

An outdoor terrace with tables and chairs, string lights, and a view of the marina.

A marina with boats docked, a balcony with chairs, and a view of the marina.

A dining table set with plates, glasses, and a bottle of wine, overlooking a marina with boats.

A coastal view with a clear sky, a marina with boats, and a building with a balcony.

6. Hilton San Diego Airport/Harbor Island

2.5 km from Shelter Island

Amos

Rp3.544.794

Rp4.074.564 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A spacious lounge area with a high ceiling, a fireplace, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A modern aquarium with a celestial-themed backdrop.

An outdoor seating area with sofas, chairs, and umbrellas, surrounded by buildings.

A spacious hotel lobby with a geometric patterned carpet, leather armchairs, a sofa, and a dining table. Large windows offer views of the outside.

7. TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Airport/Liberty Station

2.8 km from Shelter Island

Chase

Rp3.146.810

Rp3.617.102 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A building with a sign reading "the Pearl" and a modern architectural style.

A poolside area with a bar and outdoor seating, surrounded by a building with a balcony and string lights.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A bathroom with a wooden bench, a mirror, shelves with toiletries, and a robe hanging on the wall.

8. The Pearl Hotel

1.6 km from Shelter Island

Tara

Rp2.944.506

Rp3.325.661 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with a view of the outdoors.

A modern kitchen with a coffee station, a dining area with a large table and chairs, and a carpeted floor.

A modern hotel room with a blue sofa, a grey armchair, a round coffee table, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

9. Best Western Yacht Harbor Hotel

1.7 km from Shelter Island

Nichelle

Rp2.040.942

Rp2.342.070 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A well-lit retail area with shelves displaying various products, a poolside view, and a palm tree.

A modern, well-lit room with a dining area, kitchenette, and a large window offering a city view.

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a small table, and a window with a view of palm trees and parked cars outside.

A modern hotel lobby with white furniture, wooden flooring, and a reception desk.

10. Sea Harbor Hotel

1.4 km from Shelter Island

Chris

Rp2.280.753

Rp2.571.549 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A square pizza on a wooden board with a fire pit in the background.

A hotel with a well-maintained lawn, palm trees, and a pool area.

A spacious indoor dining area with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a mix of booth and table seating.

11. DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego Bayside

1.8 km from Shelter Island

Thomas

Rp2.774.607

Rp3.189.272 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a view of the marina, and a modern building with large windows.

A hotel room with two beds, a view of the city, a dining area, and a large window.

A bar area with a long wooden table, multiple bar stools, and a variety of liquor bottles and glasses.

A modern hotel with a curved facade, multiple balconies, and large windows.

12. The Monsaraz San Diego, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

1.6 km from Shelter Island

Amanda

Rp2.546.619

Rp2.927.212 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A marina with boats, a yacht, and a balcony with two chairs and a table.

A large, domed building with a central fountain, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and a calm reflective pool.

A bar area with a curved ceiling, hanging light fixtures, and a large screen displaying a tropical scene.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a bar, and a view of boats in the background.

13. Kona Kai San Diego

0.2 km from Shelter Island

Aimee

Rp3.423.054

Rp5.008.722 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A balcony with a sofa, chairs, and a small table, overlooking a clear blue sky and palm trees.

A multi-level interior with a staircase, black railings, and hanging lights.

A neatly made bed with white linens and multiple pillows, a bedside table with a clock and books, and a wall-mounted lamp.

A hotel with a sign reading 'LYFE INN SUITES,' a two-story structure with a balcony on the second floor, and a parking lot in front.

14. LYFE INN & SUITES by AGA - San Diego Airport/Point Loma

1.2 km from Shelter Island

Carolina

Rp1.917.411

Rp2.161.881 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

An aerial view of a marina with numerous boats docked, surrounded by a residential area with buildings and streets.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with blinds.

A rooftop patio with wicker furniture and palm trees, overlooking a marina.

A restaurant with a breakfast bar, ceiling fans, and a kitchen area with appliances.

15. Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor

1.6 km from Shelter Island

Douglas

Rp1.809.456

Rp2.043.690 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

A motel with a covered parking area, a blue car parked in the lot, and a building with blue doors.

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, sink, and a small countertop.

16. Hotel Point Loma

1.5 km from Shelter Island

Vannika

Rp1.422.608

Rp1.714.405 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A modern reception area with a wooden bench and a green hedge.

A beige upholstered sofa with blue and yellow patterned cushions, positioned in a room with a wooden floor and a green textured wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a blue wall, a beach-themed artwork, and a window with curtains.

17. Hotel Aqua Mar

1.7 km from Shelter Island

Kathryn

Rp1.285.793

Rp1.449.732 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements, a pergola, and a green wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table, a plant, and a door leading to a bathroom.

A hallway with wooden flooring, a framed artwork of a turtle, and a trash bin.

A two-story building with a colorful facade, a large peace sign above the entrance, and a pink picket fence in front.

18. Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Ocean Beach, 4.3 km from Shelter Island

linda

Rp1.182.511

Rp1.335.588 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A couple walking hand in hand on a sandy beach with the ocean in the background.

A pathway flanked by lush tropical plants and a building with a large archway.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a dining table, and a chair.

A hotel entrance with a covered patio, outdoor seating, and large flower planters.

19. 1906 Lodge

5.9 km from Shelter Island

Bryan Huy

Rp5.352.997

Rp5.898.736 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A living room with a round table, a blue sofa, a patterned armchair, and a potted plant.

A reception area with a round table, vases, and a chandelier. There is a counter with a computer and a refrigerator in the background.

An outdoor patio area with lounge chairs, a table, and an umbrella.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a chandelier, a buffet area, and a dining table with a vase and a bowl.

20. Crown City Inn

5.4 km from Shelter Island

Guillaume

Rp3.312.055

Rp3.643.261 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Shelter Island

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station	9.2 Wonderful 1,715 reviews	View
Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Airport/Liberty Station	9.4 Exceptional 1,694 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Airport/Liberty Station	9.2 Wonderful 1,254 reviews	View
Bay Club Hotel & Marina	9.2 Wonderful 3,953 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina	9.0 Wonderful 1,631 reviews	View

Top Shelter Island Hotel Reviews

The Monsaraz San Diego, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

8/10 Good

"You have to valet $37 for parking Unless you want to find a public parking space around hotel property"

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego Bayside

10/10 Excellent

"The room was decent size very clean. the pool was nice and clean. staff was nice. only bad thing is on check out, your pass to open the gate to leave doesn’t work any more and calling for help took a while."

Sea Harbor Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean property with a comfortable bed. Affordable"

Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor

8/10 Good

"The property and room was clean on a daily schedule. Did not have any problems with parking. The breakfast could have been better! I would say my stay was comfortable."

Hotel Aqua Mar

8/10 Good

"My stay was just fine. I was very busy so I had little interaction with staff"

Ramada by Wyndham San Diego Airport

8/10 Good

"Toilet seat was loose. Fixed it myself"

Other attractions near Shelter Island

Sunset Cliffs Natural Park

You can take time to visit Sunset Cliffs Natural Park during your travels to San Diego. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.

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Vessel Restaurant

After visiting Vessel Restaurant, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Diego. In the area, take in the great live music and beautiful sunsets.

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Kellogs Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Kellogs Beach during your trip to San Diego? Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.

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Humphreys Concerts by the Bay

7.4/10 (6 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at Humphreys Concerts by the Bay on your trip to San Diego. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Humphreys Backstage Live

Humphreys Backstage Live is just one of the places to see in San Diego, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the waterfront or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

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USS Recruit

You can spend time exploring the galleries in USS Recruit during your trip to San Diego. Stroll along the area's marina or experience its great live music.

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Liberty Station Conference Center

Learn about the events happening in Liberty Station Conference Center during your trip to San Diego. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Shelter Island?

Shelter Island is located in a family-friendly area of San Diego known for its beautiful island views and great live music scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 39 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Shelter Island?

Adjacent to Shelter Island, Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a marina and 2 outdoor pools. Other good choices within a short distance include Bay Club Hotel & Marina and Humphreys Half Moon Inn.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Shelter Island?

Expedia has 39 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Shelter Island.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Shelter Island, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near Shelter Island.

What can I see and do near Shelter Island?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at USS Midway Museum, Maritime Museum of San Diego or San Diego Air and Space Museum. Explore notable local landmarks like Hotel del Coronado, Point Loma Lighthouse and Star of India. You can check out the local talent at Humphreys Concerts by the Bay, The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park and Lyceum Theatre.

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Our top choices for Shelter Island hotels

1. Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station

2. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Airport/Liberty Station

3. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Airport/Liberty Station

4. Bay Club Hotel & Marina

5. Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

6. Hilton San Diego Airport/Harbor Island

7. TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Airport/Liberty Station

8. The Pearl Hotel

9. Best Western Yacht Harbor Hotel

10. Sea Harbor Hotel

11. DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego Bayside

12. The Monsaraz San Diego, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

13. Kona Kai San Diego

14. LYFE INN & SUITES by AGA - San Diego Airport/Point Loma

15. Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor

16. Hotel Point Loma

17. Hotel Aqua Mar

18. Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

19. 1906 Lodge

20. Crown City Inn

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Top Shelter Island Hotel Reviews

The Monsaraz San Diego, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego Bayside

Sea Harbor Hotel

Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor

Hotel Aqua Mar

Ramada by Wyndham San Diego Airport

Other attractions near Shelter Island

Sunset Cliffs Natural Park

Vessel Restaurant

Kellogs Beach

Humphreys Concerts by the Bay

Humphreys Backstage Live

USS Recruit

Liberty Station Conference Center

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