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Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

3.0 star property
Bayfront hotel with 2 outdoor pools, near Shelter Island

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On Shelter Island, Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina offers a serene retreat with a marina, 2 outdoor pools with sun loungers, and spa tubs. Savor Californian cuisine at Blue Wave Bar & Grill or unwind with al fresco dining and cooked-to-order breakfast.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Marina
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant
  • 2 outdoor pools and 2 hot tubs
  • Breakfast available
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Fitness center
  • Self parking
  • Spa services
  • 24-hour business center
  • Business center

For families (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is $175
$201 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub, View, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a desk, and a mirror.

1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Roll In Shower, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a chair, and a ceiling fan.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(88 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a chair, and a ceiling fan.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator, Marina View

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a chair, and a ceiling fan.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator, Marina View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(42 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Marina View (with Sofabed)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a large mirror.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Marina View (with Sofabed)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a chair, a lamp, and a window with blinds.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

A balcony with a view of a marina, a metal bench, and potted plants.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a chair, and a ceiling fan.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a chair, and a view of the city.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with blinds.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Kitchen (with Sofabed, Full Kitchen)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a chair, and a ceiling fan.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, a television, and a kitchen in the background.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Living Room, Sofabed, Full Kitchen)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, a television, and a kitchen in the background.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Living Room, Sofabed, Full Kitchen)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Marina View (Living Room, Sofabed, Full Kitchen)

A living room with a television, a coffee table with a vase of flowers, patterned sofas, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Marina View (Living Room, Sofabed, Full Kitchen)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, Marina View (Living Room, Sofabed, Full Kitchen)

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with blinds.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, Marina View (Living Room, Sofabed, Full Kitchen)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a ceiling fan, and a large mirror.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(67 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator, Marina View

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a ceiling fan, and a large mirror.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator, Marina View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(58 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a television, a dining area with chairs, and a carpeted floor.

Standard Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (View)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a television, a dining area with chairs, and a carpeted floor.

Standard Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (View)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (with Sofabed)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a television, a dining area with chairs, and a carpeted floor.

Standard Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (with Sofabed)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a television, a dining area with chairs, and a carpeted floor.

Standard Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

Standard Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for King Room

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

A hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a desk with a television, and a mirror.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a ceiling fan, and a large mirror.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

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2051 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA, 92106

What's nearby

  • Shelter Island - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • San Diego Bay - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Humphreys Concerts by the Bay - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Humphreys Backstage Live - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • San Diego Yacht Club - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 15 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 27 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 39 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 53 min drive
  • Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 58 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 16 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 20 min drive
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bali Hai Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Mitch's Seafood - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Point Loma Seafoods - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

  • Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina features a marina and puts you just steps from Shelter Island and San Diego Bay. Guests can indulge in massages and enjoy Californian cuisine at Blue Wave Bar & Grill, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. There are 2 outdoor pools, a fitness center, and in-room conveniences like refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers love the pool and helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 227 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
    • Express check-out available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Onsite self parking (USD 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant

Traveling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Tennis
  • Beach nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Segway rentals/tours nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (6500 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 12 buildings/towers
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Picnic area
  • Fitness center
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Spa services
  • Marina
  • 2 hot tubs
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Locally sourced food is prioritized
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch LCD TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Water-efficient showers only

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.

Dining

Blue Wave Bar & Grill - Overlooking the pool, this restaurant specializes in Californian cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 14 to 34 for adults, and USD 10 to 15 for children

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per night

Parking

  • Self parking costs USD 25 per night with in/out privileges

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
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.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

Also known as

Best Western Island
Best Western Island Hotel
Best Western Island Palms
Best Western Island Palms Hotel
Best Western Plus Island Palms
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel San Diego
Best Western Plus Palms
Island Palms
Island Palms Hotel
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel And Marina
Best Western San Diego
Best Western Plus Island Palms San Diego
San Diego Best Western
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel Marina

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina?

Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools.

Are pets allowed at Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 25 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-out is available.

What is there to do at Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina and nearby?

Practice your swing on the tennis courts. Additional recreation nearby includes segway rentals. Enjoy a relaxing soak in one of the 2 hot tubs and an invigorating swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools. Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina also has a fitness center and spa services, as well as a picnic area.

Are there restaurants at or near Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina?

Yes, Blue Wave Bar & Grill offers alfresco dining, Californian cuisine, and pool views.

What's the area around Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina like?

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina is located on the waterfront in Point Loma, a short 1-minute walk from Shelter Island and 7 minutes' walk from Humphreys Concerts by the Bay. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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Reviews

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The on-site restaurant offered great food, good portions, and excellent service. (138 reviews)
  • The pool area was well-maintained, fun, and offered comfortable chairs, a hot tub, and great amenities for a wonderful experience. (86 reviews)
  • The spa and hot tub area was clean, had plenty of seating, and was larger than expected. (34 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We always stay at this hotel when we are in San Diego. Love this hotel for the location and the surrounding area. The staff is always so helpful. The rooms are always clean and comfortable beds.
Donna, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Service in the restaurant was excellent. I think our servers name was Ruth - very mindful and accommodating.
Irene, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A wonderful location and stay.
Margaret, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Nice place and location, the staff kept the place clean and there were many activities. My biggest gripe is the paid parking and the completely uncomfortable bedding. Worst bed ever. My last time staying here
Pete, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Close to airport… nice location for morning walks! Nice pool & restaurant!
KARLA, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Room clean, bed comfortable. Super nice and it’s on the water 10/10
Sierrah, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great location and quiet.
Irene, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property and clean.
Sarah Swiney, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Our stay was nice and comfortable, all staff was nice and helpful and the room was nice and clean....
Fernando, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Room was comfortable Great location
Olivia, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

It as got good restaurant too
akash kamble, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff friendly environment.
Alexis, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Helpful staff, clean rooms, nice location
James, 6-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Large room near the pool was great!
Kerri Michele, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, friendly staff. Hotel restaurant was good and not over priced
Matthew, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Clean room, very nice ambiance
Elaine Joyce, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was very professional
Marie, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable beds, very quiet peaceful. Walking distance to venue for our concert at Humphrey's by the Bay. Friendly staff.
Julie, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Super-friendly staff and the supervisor upgraded our room for free!!
Jose, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The amenities the hotel offered were great! We enjoyed the hot tub, bar and pool.
Dawn, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful room. This is the only place we stay when we come to the San Diego area. Always great service.
Donna, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful sunrise with San Diego silhouette.
Tanya, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Check in was quick and easy, leooms need slight upgrade but overall it was nice stay.
Noura, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

You just cannot beat the location of this hotel! Right across the street from the harbor, this provided a nightly getaway for a stroll along the beach. The location was also convenient to all of the areas in SD we wanted to check out. The facilities were clean, we didn't check out the restaurant or the pool, but everything looked great.
Anthony, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great place.very clean great for family would definitely stay there again.
Joseph, 1-night trip