Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

A spacious lobby with a round table, blue benches, a large painting, and a view of the outdoors. - Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel (National City)

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, palm trees, and a parking area. - Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel (National City)

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with sofas and armchairs, a coffee table, and a potted plant. - Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel (National City)

Located close to San Diego Convention Center and Balboa Park, Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel provides a golf course, mini golf, and a coffee shop/cafe. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site American cuisine family restaurant, Kimball's restaurant, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and happy hour. Enjoy the 24-hour gym, as well as activities like mountain biking. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.

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Sep 18 - Sep 19

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

Standard Room

Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
Free wired internet

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, a wall painting, and a door.

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Balcony, Microwave and Refrigerator

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free wired internet

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a large window with curtains, and a wall mural.

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Sofabed, Work Desk, Microwave and Refrigerator

Sleeps 4
1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed
Free wired internet

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a large painting on the wall.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

Exceptional

1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
Free wired internet

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a large abstract mural on the wall.

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

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1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free wired internet

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a large abstract painting, and a television.

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

Very good

1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free wired internet

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

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

Very good

1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free wired internet

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a TV.

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

Very good

1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
Free wired internet

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a chair, and a desk. There is a window with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a rug on the floor.

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

Exceptional

1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed
Free wired internet

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a large window with curtains, and a wall mural.

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

Wonderful

1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
Free wired internet

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a wall mural.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

Wonderful

1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free wired internet

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, a tray with fruits and flowers, and a large abstract painting above the bed.

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

Excellent

1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed
Free wired internet

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a large abstract painting, and a view of the city.

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

Exceptional

1 bedroom
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds
Free wired internet

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden dresser, a desk, and a large window with sheer curtains.

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

1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed
Free wired internet

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About the neighborhood

Located in National City, Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel is in the business district and near the bay. While the natural beauty of Balboa Park and Mission Bay can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Port of San Diego. Traveling with kids? Make time for San Diego Zoo, or check out an event or a game at Pechanga Arena. Take time off to check out the health/beauty spa in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our National City travel guide

800 Bay Marina Dr, National City, CA, 91950

What's nearby

Naval Base San Diego
10 min walk - 0.6 miles
San Diego Bay
13 min walk - 0.7 miles
San Diego Convention Center
8 min drive - 6.3 miles
San Diego Zoo
11 min drive - 8.1 miles
Kimball Park
17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

24th St Trolley Station
7 min walk
Old Town Transit Center
14 min drive
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)
17 min drive

Restaurants

In-N-Out Burger
5 min walk
Chick-fil-A
7 min walk
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
2 min drive
Starbucks
6 min walk
Sonic Drive-In
3 min drive

About this property

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Family-friendly hotel remodeled in 2022 and located near San Diego Convention Center
Located close to Balboa Park and Port of San Diego, Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel provides a golf course, mini golf, and a coffee shop/cafe. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site American cuisine family restaurant, Kimball's restaurant, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and happy hour. Enjoy the 24-hour gym, as well as activities like mountain biking. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
- An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
- Free self parking
- Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and a bicycle shuttle
- Coffee/tea in the lobby, multilingual staff, and an elevator
- Guest reviews give top marks for the dining options, pool, and helpful staff
Room features
All 173 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
- Hypo-allergenic bedding, rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), and free cribs/infant beds
- Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
- HDTVs with premium channels
- Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

Awards and affiliations

Sustainability Certifications
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Key Global. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

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Breakfast included
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$145 nightly

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

Free self parking on site
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 crib
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 center
3 meeting rooms
Conference center (710 square feet 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 on-site accessible parking spaces
Assistive listening devices
Braille/raised signage
Elevator (72 inch wide door)
Grab bar in shower (36 inches high)
Lever door handles
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 (36 inches high)
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible gym
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (48 inches high)
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible spa
Wheelchair-accessible van parking

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 crib
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

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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 250 per stay

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

10 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night

Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

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 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)

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–10:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel?

As of Sep 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel on Sep 27, 2026 start from $178, 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 Gateway Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 250 per stay and a fee of USD 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel located?

Located near the airport, this family-friendly hotel is within 9 mi (15 km) of San Diego Convention Center, Balboa Park, and Port of San Diego. San Diego Zoo and San Diego State University are also within 12 mi (20 km). 24th St Trolley Station is 7 minutes by foot and 8th St Trolley Station is 23 minutes.

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Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel Reviews

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9.4

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Amenities

9.4

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The staff was really nice and accommodating.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026

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10/10 Excellent

Ana-Gabriella

Aug 2, 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very clean and beautiful hotel located in a great area. The staff were very cordial and kind, check-in and check-out was so easy. I recommend this place for anyone looking for a fair priced hotel that upholds superior quality. Would definitely book here again!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026

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About this property

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Awards and affiliations

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Property amenities

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Parking and transportation

Food and drink

Restaurants on site

Things to do

Family friendly

Conveniences

Guest services

Business services

Outdoors

Spa

Accessibility

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Room amenities

Bedroom

Bathroom

Entertainment

Food and drink

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Policies

Check-in

Check-out

Special check-in instructions

Access methods

Pets

Children and extra beds

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Important information

Fees

Optional extras

You need to know

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