Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

Hotels
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Best Western Plus
8.6 (1171 reviews)
34280 Pacific Coast Highway , Dana Point , US

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Business center
Heating
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good breakfast options
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Poor food quality

Categories

Cleanliness
7.49
The hotel had issues with room cleanliness, as noted by dirty sheets and trash under the bed.
Service
9.96
Front desk staff received high praise for being friendly and accommodating.
Location
9.5
The hotel is well-located, with easy access to the beach and nearby restaurants.
Room Quality
8.45
Rooms are spacious but outdated; some maintenance issues should be addressed.
Amenities
8.98
Good breakfast options and convenient parking available.
Value for Money
8.44
While some aspects were good, the overall experience did not justify the price paid.
Food and Beverage
6.49
Breakfast options were poor, and some guests reported dissatisfaction with food quality.
Overall Experience
9.46
Overall, a mixed experience with strengths in service and location but serious cleanliness issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 03:13

Property Description

Outdoor Pool and Hot Breakfast
The Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel in Dana Point offers a refreshing year-round outdoor pool and a delicious hot American breakfast to kickstart your day. Enjoy a relaxing swim and indulge in a hearty breakfast before exploring the nearby Dana Point Harbor just minutes away.

Spa Bath and Modern Amenities
Unwind in the comfort of your air-conditioned guest room featuring a luxurious spa bath. Each room is equipped with modern amenities such as a flat-screen cable TV, iPod docking station, refrigerator, and coffee maker. Experience a blend of comfort and convenience in our traditionally decorated rooms.

24-Hour Reception and Fitness Center
Our hotel provides a 24-hour reception for your convenience and a fitness center to keep up with your workout routine. Additionally, take advantage of our business center offering fax and photocopying services. Whether for leisure or business, Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel has you covered.

Book your stay at Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel and experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience during your Dana Point getaway.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SNA

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 7.71
Public Area
  • Hill Located: No
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Type:
  • Entrance Leveled: Yes
  • Pet Friendly: Yes
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: Yes
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: Yes
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: Yes
  • Elevator Visual Signs: Yes
  • Lifts Accessible: No
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Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 1171 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.49
Service: 9.96
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 8.45
Amenities: 8.98
Value for Money: 8.44
Food and Beverage: 6.49
Overall Experience: 9.46
J
Jim • couple • us
8
good place to stay near Dana point
Pros:

Close to the Dana point Marina

Cons:

not that many restaurants around you have to drive everywhere. To get to a restaurant.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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pauline • solo_traveller • fr
10
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Oleksandr • solo_traveller • us
1
Pros:

Guys it's crazy you charge me $25 for parking!!!😕

Cons:

Guys it's crazy you charge me $25 for parking!!!😕

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Carolynne • couple • us
9
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Ross • couple • us
10
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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jennifer • couple • us
3
Noisy.
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Our room in particular, was right on the road. First floor, felt like sleeping right on the sidewalk. Road noise all night. The room did not have curtains, just blinds and quite a bit of light from the street to disrupt your sleep.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Gabriela • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Elena • family_with_children • us
1
Pros:

The stuff was horrible, they charged me 2 times and so many fees like pet 2 times , parking like and also I checked out 15 minutes late i checked in 11 pm and they charged me 55$ more

Cons:

Was dirty shower and tub , mold smell like putrefied carpet , filthy airflow in the bathroom

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Nick • solo_traveller • us
10
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Lopez • extended_group • us
8
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • us
8
Pros:

Great restaurants acrross the street, walking distance to them and Doheny Beach. Location of parking was convenient.

Cons:

The breakfast room was okay, menu could be upgraded regarding the type of sausages, especially the turkey sausage ,and french toast was not good.

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Dave • couple • us
10
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Gonzalez • family_with_children • us
9
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Iya • solo_traveller • us
6
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Susan • couple • us
10
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Baerbel • couple • us
10
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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james • extended_group • us
7
2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Tia • couple • us
8
2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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MarcoM • solo_traveller • it
7
Pros:

Buona posizione, servizi ok.

Cons:

Varietà colazione, la nostra camera puzzava molto

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee