Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

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Best Western Plus
8 (988 reviews)
34280 Pacific Coast Highway , Dana Point , US
+1 949-248-1000

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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:
Great location near Doheny Beach and Dana Point Harbor
Helpful, friendly and attentive staff
Included breakfast
Walking distance to restaurants and beach
Some rooms with nice balconies and privacy
Cons:
Multiple cleanliness issues reported (mold, dirty fixtures, odors)
Expensive and/or confusing parking fees; tight parking spaces
Noise from main road and limited room darkening
Some rooms dated; bathrooms need updates
Cramped breakfast area and limited food variety

Categories

Cleanliness
6.5
Multiple guests reported cleanliness problems (dirty shower/tub, moldy odor, filthy in-room coffee maker, dated/dirty areas), lowering this score.
Service
9.5
Staff repeatedly described as excellent, helpful and friendly (breakfast room staff and front desk praised), giving a strong positive for service.
Location
9
Consistently praised for proximity to Doheny Beach, Dana Point Harbor and nearby restaurants, though some rooms face a noisy main road.
Room Quality
7.5
Rooms are described as generally fine but dated; issues include uncomfortable beds, bathrooms needing updates, tight parking access and some noise/lighting problems.
Amenities
7.5
Basic amenities noted (free/paid parking, included breakfast, pool not widely used); parking logistics and pet relief area (gravel) received complaints.
Value for Money
7
Mixed impressions: some guests found the price great, while others complained about unexpected/duplicate charges (parking, pet fees) reducing perceived value.
Food and Beverage
7.5
Breakfast generally included and some guests called it terrific/very good, but others noted cramped breakfast space and limited/mediocre items.
Overall Experience
9.5
Overall stays were positive due to excellent staff and prime location, though some guests were significantly impacted by cleanliness and parking issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:08

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
Based on 988 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.5
Service: 9.5
Location: 9
Room Quality: 7.5
Amenities: 7.5
Value for Money: 7
Food and Beverage: 7.5
Overall Experience: 9.5
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Roscelle • extended_group • us
9
Pros:

Clean and accessible to the Metro Station

Cons:

Small elevators

2026-11-02 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • family_with_children • us
9
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • us
10
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Isabella • couple • us
10
Pros:

Was in a good area, lots of stuff to do around, pretty clean

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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robert • couple • us
8
Cons:

Parking is way to expensive

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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EDRund • family_with_children • us
10
2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Ross • couple • us
10
2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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VANESSA • couple • us
9
great location
Pros:

great customer service at the breakfast room

2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Nicolas • family_with_children • us
9
Pros:

Mostly is the free of charge for the parking

Cons:

None

2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Olivera Mèndez • solo_traveller • de
8
Pros:

Großes Zimmer und super freundlicher Service

Cons:

Das Bad braucht vlt ein Update aber es war alles gut

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Jacqueline • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • family_with_children • us
9
2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Cristian • couple • it
8
Ok
Pros:

Ok

Cons:

Ok

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Anna • couple • ch
9
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Endre • solo_traveller • hu
8
2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Elias • family_with_children • us
10
Helpful staff, comfortable stay
Pros:

Clean and walking distance to diners

Cons:

Nothing

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • extended_group • us
9
It was perfect for our stay. Simple and easy access to the beach the next day.
Pros:

It was within minutes from the beach. They had a McDonalds right across the street. Room was super nice and the balcony was covered, which provided privacy.

Cons:

Only downfall was that it was right on one of the main streets where people with annoyingly loud cars were purposely downshifting causing a disturbance. And parking space was a tight fit.

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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ALAIN • solo_traveller • fr
7
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Groak • family_with_children • gb
7
Pros:

Motel was well located a short walk from the beach. Not very much to see or do after dark in the area but a few restaurants across the road. Didnt use the pool and wasn't there long. Breakfast was a bit cramped into a small space and very awkward to get what you wanted. Staff did well in the circumstances

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Samuel W • couple • us
9
Generally, a great s
Pros:

Everything went very well,The staff is excellent. The breakfasts are terrific.y.

Cons:

The TV didn't work properly.

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee