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Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel – National City, CA
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel – National City, CA
Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 12:00 PM

About Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Just 10 minutes’ drive from downtown San Diego, Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel offers an outdoor pool. Guest rooms feature free WiFi. A cable TV is available in all rooms, as well as a desk, a refrigerator, and a coffee machine are included. Guests can enjoy Goodies Bar and Grill, located on site. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, the restaurant offers American favorites in a sports bar atmosphere. A free shuttle service and a concierge desk are available for guest convenience. A fitness center, business center and launderette are also offered. A Red Trolley Station is less than 10 minutes’ drive from Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel. The San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park are 5.6 mi away. Guests can enjoy Kimball's Coastal Eatery, located on site. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, the restaurant offers American favorites in a sports bar atmosphere.

Amenities

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • Fitness center
  • On-site dining
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Breakfast available
  • Business center
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Concierge
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Full kitchen / kitchenette
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room microwave
  • Pool
  • Spa / sauna
  • Pet friendly
  • Family friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transit access
  • Airport shuttle

Reviews

4.6 / 5
Excellent 3925 reviews
  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Room had many issues. The refrigerator was not cold when we first arrived which was of concern because our daughter has insulin that must stay cold. Drain for the shower would not stay open so it would fill the tub as you were taking a shower. Towels had visible stains from previous use. The outlets in the bathroom were not functional. Someone walked into our room without knocking or notifying us. The room was a great size but would not stay there again.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The hotel was okay.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Elevators were not working upon check in and staff refused to help me find accommodations. I have my disabled mother who can’t climb stairs took us 35 minutes to get to the second floor. I asked for assistance and was told that their was nothing they can do

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    This is the nicest best Western I’ve ever stayed at! The pool and garden areas were lusciously landscaped and the rooms were nice and clean, and the beds were comfortable, and the staff was pleasant!! great stay!!!

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    My complaint will be the time I was there. The elevator broke down on the 4th of July and we had to carry our ice chest down the stairway, and they only had one working elevator the whole time I stood there and also didn’t like I had to go pick up my extra blanket downstairs at the front desk nobody could’ve brought it up to us. Another thing. The AC wasn’t good enough. Our room smelled misty. I had to keep on opening the window. Overall it was alright not great. Things could improve I would say. But the staff was nice.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Stay was nice, decent room. Pillows weren't comfortable though. Glad I brought my own. Good location.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Very nice, very happy with my experience.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Property was clean and comfortable. The balcony suite was nice and big. Staff was very helpful and the pool and hot tub were clean. The restaurant that is across the parking lot has amazing breakfast

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The elevator was not working, we had to use the stairs and to go up to the fourth floor oh well, but everything else was exceptional

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Took a trip to San Diego zoo and needed a hotel for 3 nights. Glad I chose best western marine bay . First time staying at a best western and definitely will be coming back to this one again . Service was friendly and helpful . Very clean hotel and exceptional service.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Good value and nice staff,

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Comfortable beds, clean rooms, great AC and a very nice pool.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    We love the hotel! The rooms are beautiful and the location is great. We stay here every year and love the hotel.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Okay stay. Not bad. Did find an old deodorant tucked under the sink cabinet. This indicates they don’t clean too thoroughly. Couldn’t find some paper plates or certain items for purchase (very limited).

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    In addition, the toilet knob in the bathroom was not functioning properly and this was inconvenient. Overall, these issues significantly affected the quality of my stay, and I hope they can be addressed to improve future guests’ experiences.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    I enjoyed my 4 day stay with family. The location is perfect and the restaurant in the same parking lot is perfect for breakfast be you start your day. The pool was heated and hot tub was nice and hot. I took my family to Sesame Place, Sea World and La Jolla Children’s Pool beach, which were all 16 to 30 min from the hotel. I will stay again.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Enjoyed the spa pool and liked that there was no daily housekeeping

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Nice place to stay! It was clean and the bed was comfortable. The staff were friendly and it was a fast and easy check-in/check-out process.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Loved my stay always choose staying here

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Also they said I was supposed to get a text after check in from a person to see how everything was and for express check out- I didn't receive any texts, had to check-out normally. The hot tub was disgusting - it was green and had a bunch of dead flies and gross foam whenever you turned it on - it seems like it wasn't cleaned for a while. And to top it off, they were doing construction in the early morning - this was a WEEKEND, too. I DO NOT recommend this place.

Frequently asked questions about Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Does Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel offers free Wi-Fi for all guests. Free wired internet is also available in select rooms.
Does Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel offer parking?
Yes, Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel offers free parking on-site.
Does Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel offers meeting spaces, a conference center, and dedicated conference rooms, making it well-suited for corporate events, team offsites, and group meetings. Banquet and reception facilities are also available.
Does Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel have a fitness center?
Yes, Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel features an on-site fitness center for guests. Additional wellness amenities include spa, pool.
Where is Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel located, and how walkable is the area?
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel is located at 800 Bay Marina Dr, National City, CA 91950. With a Walk Score of 49, the area is rated Car-Dependent. A car or rideshare is recommended for most trips in this area.

What's nearby

Map of points of interest near Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
  • Petco Park 4.3 mi
  • San Diego Convention Center 4.4 mi
  • San Diego Comic-Con International 4.4 mi
  • 1996 CONCACAF Gold Cup 4.9 mi
  • USS Midway 5.4 mi
  • San Diego Zoo 5.9 mi
  • Pacific Southwest Airlines Flight 182 5.9 mi

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