Kona Kai Resort & Spa, A Noble House Resort - San Diego
32.708882, -117.231826
Overview
3.5-star waterfront resort on Shelter Island, San Diego
Amenities & Recreation
Kona Kai Resort & Spa is one of the few California resorts with a private beach, offering guests exclusive shoreline access for lounging and bonfires. The property operates two swimming pools, including an adults-only heated pool with a pool bar and marina views. Guests have access to the onsite Action Water Sports rental center, which provides kayaks, paddleboards, and other water sports equipment.
Wellness & Pet-Friendly Services
The full-service Shelter Island spa offers personalized treatments, body wraps, facials, and massages, alongside a temperature-controlled Eucalyptus steam room and fitness/spa locker rooms. The resort provides a variety of beauty services, including manicures, pedicures, and waxing, in dedicated spa facilities. Kona Kai welcomes four-legged guests with pet baskets, pet bowls, and dedicated pet amenities.
Rooms & Dining
The resort's Vessel Restaurant + Bar serves New American cuisine with fresh seafood and locally sourced ingredients, offering waterfront views and room service. Guest rooms are spacious and newly renovated, with private balconies or patios that overlook the marina or garden areas. The rooms provide cable TV, video games, and free Wi-Fi, along with desks for business travelers.
Location & Nearby Attractions
Kona Kai Resort is located on Shelter Island, 5 km from San Diego International Airport and 8 km from the Cruise Ship Terminal and SeaWorld. The San Diego Zoo is 14 km from the resort, and Balboa Park is also within a short drive. Shelter Island offers restaurants and shops nearby, with complimentary cruiser bikes available for guests to explore the area.
Business & Practical Amenities
Kona Kai provides flexible event spaces that can accommodate up to 350 guests, with a business centre, meeting/banquet facilities, and fax/photocopying services. The resort has sustainability initiatives, including an electric vehicle charging station (Tesla compatible only) and accessible parking for disabled guests. Facilities include a fitness centre, non-smoking rooms, allergy-free rooms, and 24-hour front desk with luggage storage.
- Private beach access: Exclusive sandy shoreline for guests only
- Full-service Shelter Island spa: Personalized treatments & steam room
- Adults-only pool: Heated pool with pool bar and marina views
- Pet-friendly amenities: Dedicated pet basket, bowls, and services
- Onsite Action Water Sports: Rentals for kayaking, paddleboarding, and more
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed2 Queen Size Beds
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Water view
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Fireplace
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Bathtub
Essential information about Kona Kai Resort & Spa, A Noble House Resort
| 💵 Lowest room price | 98 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 7.2 km |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 7.6 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | San Diego International, SAN |
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