Shelter Island San Diego Restaurants
Opening the doors to a panoramic waterfront view, the Vessel Restaurant + Bar at the Kona Kai San Diego Resort is a wonderful dining experience for breakfast, lunch or dinner, serving the finest in SoCal cuisine, steaks and seafood.
Relax and enjoy the sunset and tropical breezes of San Diego Bay in our beautiful restaurant overlooking the Kona Kai Marina.

Vessel Restaurant & Bar
Experience regional coastal fare at our signature restaurant. Surrounded by sea glass, distressed beach wood, among a canopy of eclectic lighting, revel in the beauty of the natural landscape, marina and regional views abound. Relax, unwind and sip a cocktail on our outdoor patio and relish the San Diego sun.
Call for details: 619-819-8195
Tiki Bar
Overlooking Kona Kai Marina, the Tiki Bar has expansive views of our private beach and the Point Loma hillside. With poolside fire pits and four deluxe cabanas for rental, you can stay poolside and enjoy the San Diego sunshine while the little ones fuel up with kid-approved food, mocktails and frozen treats.
Tiki Pool: Daily 6:00am – 10:00pm
Tiki Bar: Fri – Sun 11:00am – Dusk


Paloma Bar
With views for days, a tranquil vibe and stylish cabanas, the Paloma Bar at Kona Kai is your new adults-only oasis. Take a break from lounging poolside to treat yourself to one of our specialty cocktails and coastal cuisine as you relish in being kiddo-free.
Paloma Pool: Daily 8:00am – 10:00pm
Paloma Bar: Sat 11:00am – Dusk / Sun 11:00am – 5:00pm
Private Cabana Rentals
With lounge chairs, flat-screened TVs, Wi-Fi, bottled water, chips, cookies and towels. You’ll never want to leave your personal cabana. Upgraded packages are available and include alcoholic beverages and credit towards food & beverage. Private cabanas are available for rental from 11:00AM to sunset. Contact: bpoppe@sdkonakai.com 619-819-8192

Beach Cabanas
Reservations: 619-819-8192
Endless Amenities
Our San Diego waterfront pools and luxurious private cabanas are the perfect spot to chill the day away.
Endless Amenities
Our San Diego waterfront pools and luxurious private cabanas are the perfect spot to chill the day away.
RESORT AMENITIES
Vessel Restaurant + Bar
Relax and enjoy the tropical breezes of San Diego Bay while treating yourself to some of the finest SoCal cuisine from our culinary visionaries.
Gift Cards Now Available
Give the gift of adventure, relaxation and marina-front dining in San Diego. Gift cards for Kona Kai San Diego Resort, Vessel restaurant and SpaTerre are now available for purchase.