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Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

3.5 star property
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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Lobby
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi

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800 Bay Marina Dr, National City, CA, 91950
  • Place, San Diego Bay
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Naval Base San Diego
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Kimball Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬
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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a wall with a blue abstract painting.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Executive Two Queen Suite

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free Wi-Fi

Mobility Accessible Two Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(111 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(176 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (with Sofabed)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (with Sofabed)

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (with Sofabed)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (with Sofabed)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (with Sofabed)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

This smoke-free hotel features a golf course, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a 24-hour fitness center, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel offers 173 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary weekday newspapers and irons/ironing boards. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Guests can play rounds at the 9-hole golf course. An outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services.
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of San Diego Bay. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus an outdoor pool.
  • Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Free self parking
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at Kimball's restaurant, a family restaurant that serves American cuisine
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and tour or ticket assistance
  • Onsite recreation includes a golf course, a 24-hour gym, and mini golf
  • Guests really like the accommodations for the overall comfort and cleanliness
  • 6 minutes by car from San Diego Convention Center and 7 minutes from Balboa Park
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel offers its guests a golf course, an outdoor pool, and a hot tub. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center, 3 meeting rooms, and coworking spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 710 square feet (66 square meters) and includes a conference center. A children's pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and spa services are also featured at the family-friendly Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel was completed in June 2022.

This 3.5-star National City hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Kimball's restaurant - This family restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 8 to 20 for adults and USD 8 to 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Kimball's restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • 9-hole golf course
  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle equipment shop
  • Bicycle repair station
  • Bicycle shuttle
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Children's pool
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Hot tub
  • Mini golf
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre (710 square foot of space)
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • On the bay
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Spa

  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar in shower (91 centimetre high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift (183 centimetre wide door)
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Vibrating pillow alarm
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity (91 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (122 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2009
  • Renovated entire property - June 2022
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:30 PM to 7:30 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 250 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 10 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 8 to 20 for adults, and USD 8 to 20 for children
  • Pet deposit: USD 250 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting
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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Guests arriving after 10:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. The credit card used when booking the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo ID. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival. At the property, quiet hours are enforced between 10:30 PM and 7:30 AM.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Up to 10 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Best Western Gateway Marina
Best Western Marina Gateway
Best Western Marina Gateway Hotel
Best Western Plus Marina
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel National City
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway National City
Marina Gateway Best Western
Marina Gateway Hotel
Best Western Marina Gateway Hotel National City
Best Plus Marina Gateway
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel Hotel
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel National City
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel Hotel National City

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2869 out of 3892 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 680 out of 3892 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 181 out of 3892 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 64 out of 3892 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 98 out of 3892 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Deante

Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel and staff was great!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Silvia

Very clean and very good hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Flor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean and comfortable room!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderful, clean hotel, great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rubidia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My favorite place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean hotel when visiting the San Diego area! We have stayed here multiple times. Located next to a nice restaurant as well.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find, easy to check in and out. Staff was very friendly. I’d stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

EVELYN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and friendly staff
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Roy Lester

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location for a party that we had!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and staff were great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was great good location nice staff clean rooms no complaints.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hung Ki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is very nice and comfortable, very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gustavo

Great place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

iftin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and comfortable really enjoyed it
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I favorite place to stay now in San Diego!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Very clean I would stay here again and affordable
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cecilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel is very nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Restaurant and lounge directly next to our stay, uber was cheap driving out of the area!! Very clean and cozy stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kiana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for base
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Isabel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and great staff. The coffee bar was a plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jewel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the beds were so comfy
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

NOEMI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room it was clean, nice and quiet and the staff is amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Phoebe Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice clean rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place 👌
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025