Hotel Aqua Mar offers a comfortable retreat near Shelter Island. Travelers love the welcoming lobby with free beverages, convenient self-parking, and luggage storage. Visitors often praise the attentive multilingual staff who enhance the overall experience.
Located in Point Loma, a neighborhood in San Diego, Hotel Aqua Mar is near the airport and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Old Town San Diego State Park and San Diego Bay, while Waterfront Park and USS Midway Museum are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Petco Park or Snapdragon Stadium. Kayaking and water skiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby. Visit our San Diego travel guide
1510 Rosecrans Street, San Diego, CA, 92106
What's nearby
San Diego Bay
7 min walk - 0.6 km
San Diego Yacht Club
8 min walk - 0.8 km
Shelter Island
13 min walk - 1.2 km
Humphreys Concerts by the Bay
13 min walk - 1.2 km
Rock Church
19 min walk - 1.6 km
Getting around
County Center - Little Italy Station
6 min drive
Old Town Transit Center
11 min drive
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)
10 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks
14 min walk
Better Buzz Coffee
1 min walk
7-Eleven
7 min walk
McDonald's
3 min walk
Ralph's Fuel Center
4 min walk
About this property
Hotel Aqua Mar
Hotel near San Diego Bay
Close to Shelter Island, Hotel Aqua Mar has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
Self parking (surcharge), express check-out, and luggage storage
Multilingual staff, coffee/tea in the lobby, and smoke-free premises
Concierge services
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel Aqua Mar have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Food and drink
Coffee and tea in common areas
Family friendly
Microwave on request
Refrigerator on request
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Outdoors
On the bay
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Braille/raised signage
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
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1 building
2 floors
Built in 1970
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Pillowtop mattress
Bathroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Entertainment
25-inch HDTV with premium cable channels
Food and drink
Microwave on request
Refrigerator on request
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Air conditioning
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 35
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 25 for check-in between midnight and 1:30 AM
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
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
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - midnight
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Hotel Point Loma 2933 Fenelon St, San Diego, CA 92106]
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [Hotel Point Loma, 2933 Fenelon St, San Diego, CA 92106]
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 12 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
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 stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Secured self parking fee: USD 10.00 per night
Early check-in fee: USD 35 (subject to availability)
Late check-in fee: USD 25 for check-in between midnight and 1:30 AM
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Property is also known as
Sun Harbor Motel
Sun Harbor Motel San Diego
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Frequently asked questions
Is Hotel Aqua Mar pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is available for USD 10.00 per night. Limited spots are available.
What time is check-in at Hotel Aqua Mar?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:30 AM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 35 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from midnight–
1:30 AM for a fee of USD 25.
What time is check-out at Hotel Aqua Mar?
Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Where is Hotel Aqua Mar located?
Located in Point Loma, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of San Diego Bay and Shelter Island. Marine Corps Recruit Depot is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.
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Reviews
Hotel Aqua Mar Reviews
6.4
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6.8
Cleanliness
7.8
Location
7.2
Staff & service
6.4
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 259 out of 1002 reviews
10 - Excellent
259
Rating 8 - Good. 208 out of 1002 reviews
8 - Good
208
Rating 6 - Okay. 174 out of 1002 reviews
6 - Okay
174
Rating 4 - Poor. 132 out of 1002 reviews
4 - Poor
132
Rating 2 - Terrible. 229 out of 1002 reviews
2 - Terrible
229
Reviews
8/10 Good
Elizabeth
Dec 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
small little hotel motel very well located very clean very friendly. It's a good place to sleep. I met all my needs.
Room was very clean, and the Heat/AC works great. The staff is very nice and attentive. The neighborhood is pretty chill; however, Rosecrans St seems to be the local raceway. Lol. The location is great. Better Buzz Coffee across the street to the south, Winchell's Donuts across the street to the east, and liquor stores in both directions. Ralph's is two blocks away. You can see the upper half of the Americas Cup Harbor, very pretty at night.
Location was great. Delicious coffee shop right across the street. The harbor with lots of really good restaurants, all walkable. The hotel was easy and convenient!
Friendly Staff, clean room, appropriate for a budget stay!
Gypsy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
6/10 Okay
Joseph
Jul 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The pictures on orbits make this place look very nice. It’s basically a slightly cleaner super eight motel. It’s more expensive than a super eight motel, but if you put this place next to a super eight motel, you’re not going to see much of a difference. The bed was hard as a rock, the road is right next to the rooms and was very loud all night and all morning. The room was clean, the towels and shower were clean.
LOVE LOVE LOVE! I read some poor reviews and I don't have any idea about that! I was treated with ABSOLUTE respect and dignity at all times! The rooms are very clean! I had a coffee maker, fridge and microwave in my room! All functioned perfectly! There was a desk and chair, if i needed to do work or not, but it was right next to the bed, perfectly placed! I have traveled to many cities, as a flight attendant. I am now disabled, and my service dog was with me, and every accommodation was made for us! The front desk staff and housekeeping were top notch! Im sorry that now everyone will know how FANTASTIC this hotel is! I highly recommend this hotel!!
ABSOLUTE HEAVEN!!, I am so impressed with every single thing that this hotel has to offer! I had read some reviews, and i wasnt so sure, but i mean it is great! And as an ex Flight Attendant, I have stayed in so many hotels, all over the world. Hotel Aqua Mar is certainly now my "go to" while im in Southern California! I am now disabled, and every accommodation was made for me. My service dog was welcomed with open arms, the managers at the desk were ever so nice! Jamal went out of his way to be sure i had everything i needed. The housekeeping and maintenance staff were also very kind and friendly. Microwave, fridge, coffee maker, all in my room! Loved it so much, i extended my stay!
If you are looking for a place to sleep, this is it! Clean, nice bed, partly updated bathroom, easy check in and check out! Walking distance to airport and harbor.