Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

3 stars
800 Bay Marina Drive, National City, CA 91950, United States
National City, CA
8.9
Very good
based on 1267 reviews
1,267 reviews
Wed 7/1
-
Thu 8/1
1 room, 2 guests
Deals from
C$ 134
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Queen room
C$ 134
King room
C$ 136
Standard Room
C$ 136
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Overview

Located in National City, Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel is within a 15-minute drive of San Diego International Airport and provides a Jacuzzi and an outdoor heated pool. It also offers disabled parking and Balboa Park and San Ysidro Port of Entry are a short car trip away.

The hotel treats guests to a 24-hour reception, an express check-in and check-out feature and a concierge. In addition, the multilingual staff are on hand to offer local information.

The air conditioned rooms at Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel are modern and provide a refrigerator, a private bathroom and a spa bath. Hot drinks can be made with the provided coffee and tea supplies.

The hotel's restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner and is a suitable setting for those who want to stay close to everything the property has on offer. For guests who would like to relax with a beverage of an afternoon, the on-site bar provides the ideal spot.

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel is an ideal base to discover nearby Old Town San Diego State Historic Park, San Diego Zoo and SeaWorld San Diego, as well as everything the local area has to offer. It is also a brief stroll from 24th Street San Diego Trolley Station.

8.9
Very good rating
Based on 1,267 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Wed 7/1
Thu 8/1
King room
1 king bed
C$ 136
nightly with fees
1 king bed
C$ 153
nightly with fees
1 king bed
C$ 157
nightly with fees
Standard Room
1 king bed
C$ 136
nightly with fees
2 queen beds
C$ 144
nightly with fees
1 king bed
C$ 157
nightly with fees
Queen room
2 queen beds
C$ 134
nightly with fees
2 queen beds
C$ 139
nightly with fees
2 queen beds
C$ 150
nightly with fees
Executive room
1 king bed
C$ 284
nightly with fees
Double room
2 double beds
C$ 226
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Business centre

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled Access
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Accessible parking
  • Allergy-free room
  • No smoking
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Designated smoking area

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Express check-out
  • 24hr front desk

Dining

  • Microwave
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee machine
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned

General

  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Storage available

Things to do

  • Bicycle rental
  • Casino
  • Golf
  • Evening entertainment
  • Mini-golf

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Safe

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free parking
  • Train station shuttle
  • Shuttle service

Pool and spa

  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Outdoor

  • Beach chairs
  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Child pool
  • Kids meals

Bedroom

  • Alarm clock
  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Media and entertainment

  • Cable or satellite TV

Bathroom

  • Higher-level toilet

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

8.9
Very good
1267 verified ratings
Wonderful
774
Very good
210
Good
137
Okay
51
Fair
39
Mediocre
22
Poor
34

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests generally liked the location and amenities of the hotel, noting its cleanliness and comfort in some rooms. However, many expressed dissatisfaction with the cleanliness, service quality, and noise levels, which detracted from their overall experience.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Location9 out of 10
Bed Comfort8.5 out of 10
Amenities8 out of 10
Cleanliness3.5 out of 10
Service3 out of 10
Noise Level2.5 out of 10
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10
Wonderful
Maggie, Oct 2025
The place was clean and maintained. The staff was professional and respectful. The location is lovely but GPS was not clear so I had to make a u turn. Food nearby was also very good.
8.2
Very good
Lynda, Oct 2017
Pros (+) Good clean safe
Cons (-) Rooms were small pool didnt have jacuzzi and was not offering much depth breakfast was ok
6.8
Okay
Anonymous, Apr 2017
Pros (+) Parking was free and plentiful.
Cons (-) Beds were very uncomfortable and the pool was small.
9.1
Wonderful
Anonymous, Mar 2017
Pros (+) Staff was super friendly and helpful. Rooms were nice and clean. Good location and free parking!
Cons (-) No complaints
9.4
Wonderful
Anonymous, Feb 2017
Pros (+) Staff was great, hotel was very well kept
Cons (-) They do not offer rides to the airport which was very inconvenient.
2.0
Poor
Anonymous, Dec 2016
Cons (-) Reservation not acknowledged at respective hotel...put on hold by customer service for over an hour! Will not use Kayak app in future!
10
Wonderful
Jim, Nov 2016
Pros (+) The staff was very helpful and David the shuttle driver was excellent! It was clean and close to the transportation in to downtown San Diego.
Cons (-) The bath room needed a fan as it got very foggy when taking a shower!

Location

800 Bay Marina Drive, National City, CA 91950

What's nearby

  • First Congregational Church1.9 km
  • Museum of American Treasures2.9 km
  • Heart of Faith Church4.3 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 12:00 PM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

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December
September
C$ 274
C$ 180
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Most expensive month to stay with an average 13% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in December and March.
  • The cheapest price a room at Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was C$ 180, while the most expensive was C$ 180.
  • How long should you stay at Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 6 days.

FAQs when booking at Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

  • Where is Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel located?

    Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel is located at 800 Bay Marina Drive, 2.3 km from the centre of National City. First Congregational Church is the closest landmark to Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 12:00 PM at Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel.

  • Does Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel offer free parking?

    Yes, Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel offers free parking.

  • How far is Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel from the airport?

    Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel is 11.5 km from San Diego. Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel is 18.4 km from Tijuana Rodriguez.

  • Does Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel have a pool?

    Yes, Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel in National City and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel.

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