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Kona Kai Resort & Spa
San Diego, California, United States · Independent · Near Luxury
Kona Kai Resort & Spa keeps a marina resort on the tip of Shelter Island in Point Loma, at 1551 Shelter Island Drive, with a private beach on San Diego Bay and two pools facing the slips. The public hotel sells rooms and dinner at Vessel; a private club layered on the same grounds is a separate membership.
- Neighborhood: Shelter Island
- Rooms from 350 sq ft (33 m²)
About Kona Kai Resort & Spa
- The resort sits at 1551 Shelter Island Drive, on the tip of Shelter Island, with a marina and a private beach on the bay.
- Hotel guests can dine at Vessel and visit the spa. The private club on the grounds is a separate paid membership.
- Entry-level rooms start at 350 sq ft (33 m²).
Restaurants and bars
- Vessel Restaurant + Bar — Bar
Experiences
- Nightly Bonfires — Nightly beach fires with Adirondack chairs, s'mores kits, and wine in a waterfront setting.
- Daily Fitness Classes — 25+ weekly fitness classes including yoga and HIIT; reservations required.
- Coastal Catch — Upscale lobster roll, chips and bubbly every Wednesday at Vessel.
- Pink Ribbon Martini Experience — Pink Ribbon Martini available throughout October at Vessel; a portion of proceeds goes to a cause.
- Old Fashion Week — Vessel Restaurant + Bar takes part in Old Fashion Week, founded by Elijah Craig in 2020.
- Thanksgiving At Vessel — Grand Thanksgiving buffet on Thursday, November 26, 2026.
Amenities
- Nightly beach bonfires with Adirondack chairs, s'mores kits and wine
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