Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel by Dana Point Harbor offers guests a free full breakfast for their coastal adventures. The property features an outdoor pool, relaxing terrace, and WiFi in public areas. Helpful staff and prime location consistently earn praise from visitors.
Located in Dana Point, Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel is in the entertainment district and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Doheny State Beach and Thousand Steps Beach, while Ocean Institute and The Coach House are cultural highlights. Dana Point Harbor and Mission San Juan Capistrano are two other places to visit that come recommended. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale watching. Visit our Dana Point travel guide
34280 Pacific Coast Hwy, Dana Point, CA, 92629
What's nearby
Lantern Bay County Park
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Doheny State Beach
5 min walk - 0.5 km
Dana Point Harbor
12 min walk - 1.0 km
Crystal Cove Dog Park
7 min walk - 0.6 km
Dana Wharf
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Getting around
San Juan Capistrano Depot
11 min drive
Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
26 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's
2 min walk
Doho Cafe
10 min walk
Lantern's Edge
9 min walk
Wind & Sea Restaurant
3 min drive
A's Burgers
6 min walk
About this property
Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel
Hotel near Doheny State Beach
Located close to Dana Point Harbor and Ocean Institute, Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel provides free full breakfast, a terrace and a 24-hour business centre. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Additional perks include:
An outdoor pool
Self-parking (surcharge), an electric car charging station and a water dispenser
A banquet hall, multilingual staff and a lift
A 24-hour front desk, a vending machine and smoke-free property
Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, helpful staff and location
Room features
All 87 rooms feature comforts, such as air conditioning. Guests reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Assistive listening devices
Braille/raised signage
Lift
More
1 building
3 floors
Banquet hall
Smoke-free property
Water dispenser usage encouraged
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Entertainment
37-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Free local calls
Heating (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board
Recycling
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 40 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 150 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Self-parking fee: USD 25 per night
Pet fee: USD 40 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD150 per stay)
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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; cash is not accepted
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)
We should mention
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
Frequently asked questions
Does Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel?
As of 11 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel on 1 Jul 2026 start from NZ$275, 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.
Is Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel pet-friendly?
Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 40 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much is parking at Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel?
Self-parking is available for USD 25 per night.
What time is check-in at Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel?
Checkout is at 11 AM.
Where is Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel located?
Situated in the historical district, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Doheny State Beach and Dana Point Harbor. Ocean Institute and The Coach House are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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Reviews
Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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This hotel was perfect location and walking distance to the beach and close to food and entertainment. 3rd floor had a weird smell but all other floors did not smell bad like 3rd floor
Very spacious room. Dog friendly. Good location for 5 minute walk to the beach. Small but fine swimming pool.Scrambled eggs and turkey meat patties for breakfast. Waffle maker great.
Right on highway Pacific Coast so lots of traffic. Parking charge is in addition to hotel. Had a fine stay.
Very good location, central to a great area of Dana Point. The rooms were spacious (2 bedroom king suite with balcony). Not “modern” per se, but very clean and just felt very homey.
This a professionally run operation. All staff are very friendly and helpful. The place is clean, room with balcony was quite large and very comfortable beds. Highly recommend…
Richard
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rhonda
3 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great breakfasts and good location
Rhonda
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Jatuporn
4 Apr 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room, some staff and front desk not helpful. Breakfast good but not enough. Cleaner very nice and good service.