Shelter Island Vacation Home Rentals
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This vacation resort enclave is located on an oversize sandbank of San Diego Bay that was developed in the 1950s. It is home to resort hotels, restaurants, theater, yacht clubs and public parkland.

Shelter Island is a popular sightseeing destination with outstanding views of San Diego Bay and the city Skyline. Shelter Island Artwork

Shelter Island is home to some unique public art.

• The Tunaman's Memorial - a larger-than-life bronze sculpture by Franco Vianello to reverence early San Diego tuna fishermen.
• The Yokohama Friendship Bell - a large bronze bell housed in a pagoda structure, was a gift from the city of Yokohama in 1958.
• Pearl of the Pacific - a round bubbling fountain located in Pacific Rim Park with a mosaic wall and a dramatic arch and is the backdrop for outdoor weddings.

Shelter Island is a famous destination for seeing superyachts because it contains one of the few marinas in San Diego Bay with a deep enough harbor for these oversized vessels.

Hawaiian Island Getaway
One of the most popular tourism destinations in the world is the Hawaiian Islands. Local attractions include touring royal palaces, miles of beautiful beaches and polynesian cultural entertainment venues.

Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina
This resorts is situated at the water's edge on spectacular San Diego Bay with scenic viewing of the bay and the downtown city skyline. Within two distinctive towers, our 1,044 guest rooms and suites are filled with fine comforts and conveniences.

San Diego Adventure Tours
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San Diego Harbor Cruise - Admire beautiful ships, city skyline and aquatic marine life.
San Diego Trolley Tour - Hop On, Hop Off. - Guided tour to many historic sites, museums, convention center, embarcadero and more.
San Diego Sunset Dinner Cruise - Journey along San Diego's historic harbor while enjoying fine food, professional service and live music.

San Diego Harborfront Marriott Resort Located on Harborfront Near Convention Center, Seaport Village and Petco Park
With a spectacular waterfront setting in the heart of America's Finest City, the San Diego Marriott Hotel & Marina truly represents the area's best location for business and leisure. Immerse yourself in the vibrant activity that surrounds our downtown Marriott.

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YachtFest San Diego [SEPT]
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The annual YachtFest, spotlighting superyachts, is held at Shelter Island Marina every September. The event also features mock gunbattles between two replicas of 19th century tall ships from the collection of the San Diego Maritime Museum.

Humphrey's Concerts by the Bay
2241 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92106; Theater Website;
San Diego's famous outdoor concert venue located on Shelter Island next to San Diego Bay. The dinner and show packages are very popular.

Coronado Island Marriott Resort Overlooking San Diego Skyline
This sixteen acre bayfront vacation paradise is an exotic island retreat located on the San Diego Bay near the bay bridge and downtown Coronado. Water taxi ferry service makes for a fun, easy trip to downtown San Diego. Hotel services includes banquet facilities and watersports equipment.

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Shelter Island Resort Dining
Quality Dining at local resorts.

Bay Club Hotel & Marina - Shelter Island - Resort living on Shelter Island
Best Western Palm Resort - Shelter Island - Bayside vacation resort
Harbor Island Sheraton - Vacation on the San Diego Bay
Humphreys Half Moon Inn - Shelter Island - Famous Resort, Restaurant, Theater Venue
Bali Hai Restaurant - Famous Resort, Restaurant, Theater Venue, wedding receptions
Brigatine Restaurant - 2725 Shelter Island Drive - Seafood
Blue Wave Bar & Grill - 2051 Shelter Island Drive : 619-223-2572
El Embarcadero Restaurant - 1551 Shelter Island Drive : 619-221-8000
Kona Kai Resort Restaurant - an exotic island restaurant
Red Sails Inn Restaurant - 2614 Shelter Island Drive - Waterfront Dining

Humphrey's Restaurant
2241 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92106; Restaurant Website;
Premier bayside dining experience - romantic evenings, live concerts, large party groups, inspired cuisine in a stunning scene.

Shelter Island Palms Resort Harborside Location - San Diego Bayfront
All rooms feature cable satellite television with HBOŽ, free high-speed Internet access and a refrigerator. Guests have access to two pools, a spa, exercise facilities and meeting space for up to 175 people. A water-side restaurant is located on the hotel premises. A friendly staff is ready to ensure a comfortable and memorable stay while in San Diego.

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Shelter Island Resort Hotels

Bay Club Hotel & Marina - Shelter Island - Resort living on Shelter Island
Best Western Palm Resort - Shelter Island - Bayside vacation resort
Harbor Island Sheraton - Harbor Island - Vacation on the San Diego Bay
Humphreys Half Moon Inn - Shelter Island - Famous Resort, Restaurant, Theater Venue
Hotel Del Coronado - Coronado Island - extravagant seaside vacation resort built in 1888
Loews' Coronado Beach Resort - Coronado Island - a private 15-acre peninsula in the romantic Coronado Cays area
Marriott Coronado Resort - Coronado Island - an exotic island retreat located on the San Diego Bay

San Diego Manchester Hyatt Resort Near Seaport Village and Convention Center
Located on San Diego Bay, in a resort-like setting with the convenience of a downtown location, the Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego is the west coast's tallest waterfront building. The hotel is located next to the Seaport Village retail restaurant complex and the San Diego Convention Center.

Bay Club Hotel & Marina Resort Located on Shelter Island
The Bay Club Hotel's atmosphere of total relaxation is created by a professional staff devoted to your comfort. That dedication is reflected in convenient services such as complimentary airport transportation, and bottle shop. Complementing these extras is a beautiful bay-side setting.

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San Diego Paradise Point Resort Harborside Location - West Mission Bay
San Diego's premiere vacation island oasis offers 44-acres of lush, tropical gardens surrounded by the famous Mission Bay Recreation Area. Nestled among sparkling waters and long open beaches, the full service Spa and spacious conference center at Paradise provide an ideal setting for a leisure getaway or a productive meeting.

Shelter Island is a famous destination for seeing superyachts because it contains one of the few marinas in San Diego Bay with a deep enough harbor for these oversized vessels.

The annual YachtFest, spotlighting superyachts, is held at Shelter Island Marina every September. The event also features mock gunbattles between two replicas of 19th century tall ships from the collection of the San Diego Maritime Museum.

San Diego Yacht Club
1011 Anchorage Lane, San Diego, CA 92106; Club Website;

Home of the America's Cup from 1988 to 1995 and hosted three America's Cup races during that time. Club facility has a main dining room and outdoor seating, a bar, a library, a swimming pool, tennis courts, and a pavilion equipped with a barbecue.

The club hosts multiple fleets, many of which race regularly. There are fleets of Lehman 12s, PCs, Stars, Etchells, and an adult Sabot fleet. There is also a model yacht fleet which races CR914s. Most of the larger boats race outside of San Diego Bay in the Pacific Ocean.

Silvergate Yacht Club
2091 Shelter Island Drive, San Diego, CA 92106-3196;
619-222-1214; Club Website;

This club has hosted a Wheelchair Regatta for the physically disabled every year since 1960. Other activities include a youth sailing program as well as fine dining, dancing and parties.

Southwestern Yacht Club
2702 Qualtrough Street, San Diego, CA 92106-3499;
619-222-0438; Club Website;

Since 1925 the Club has developed into a full-service operation with nearly 750 members embracing all forms of yachting, fishing and social activities. SWYC is proud to support a number of community events including the Special Olympics Sailing Program, the Junior Sailing Foundation, the White Sea Bass Release project and other charitable programs.

Other San Diego Maritime Programs:

Port of San Diego - harbor police
San Diego Oceans Foundation - promoting ocean habitat stewardship since 1984.
The Big Bay - San Diego Bay Travel Guide

San Diego Sailing Charters:

Stars & Stripes - Shelter Island - San Diego Sailing Charters | Dennis Conner's America's Cup Experience
San Diego Flagship - Shelter Island - Cruises & events on the San Diego bay. Flagship vessels provide a unique restaurant experience, an exclusive wedding venue and fun tours of the San Diego Harbor.
Marina Sailing - Shelter Island - California's oldest and largest sailing club offering a hundred affordable sail and powerboat rentals and charters including fishing boats and catamarans.
Kona Kai Marina - Shelter Island - 518 San Diego boat slips ranging in length from 30 feet to 200 feet - megayachts and live-aboards.
San Diego Boat Center - Shelter Island - Private personalized yacht charters for small groups are intimate, memorable and are available for a variety of occasions such as San Diego sightseeing, whale watching, weddings, night champagne charters, parties and more.
Shelter Island Boat Yard - Shelter Island
Koehler Kraft Boat Yard - Shelter Island - Custom Boatbuilding - San Diego's longest standing full service boat yard
Driscoll Boat Yard - Shelter Island
Brokaw Yacht Sales - Shelter Island

California Whale Watching Season: [DEC-APR]

Any of the above sailing groups and charters can assist you with preparing for seasonal whale watching expeditions.

Humphrey's Half Moon Inn Harborside Location - Shelter Island
Arching palms and gentle ponds surround Humphreys 182 beautifully appointed guest rooms and suites. Most guestrooms feature patios or balconies with stunning views of our private marine, picturesque San Diego Bay or the dramatic city skyline. All of the amenities that you would find at a luxury resort are offered at the Humphreys Resort on Shelter Island.

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Shelter Island Churches:

LDS Church - LDS Stake
Catholic Church - San Diego Diocese