The location right on Mission Bay is attractive and has a fun vacationy feel. We took an upgrade to a Junior Suite with a patio facing the bay- good choice. Outrigger canoes, kayaks and fishing boats pass are in view. Nice big pool. The hot tub’s water is actually hot. Our room was very clean. Two new water bottles every day, coffee bar stocked. Those little things count for us. Sea World is a 1 mile walk away. It probably takes just as much time to walk there as it does to find a parking spot at SW!

I called the hotel line before booking our stay to ask if the hotel hot tubs were open and running because in our hotel stay past we’ve arrived to have hot tubs not working. They said yes but when we arrived they told us one of the pools and associated hot tubs were closed for remodel. Our stay was during holiday week so I thought the pool area would be crowded. It wasn’t.

The room was clean and the beds comfortable. Unlike some hotels, the room was cleaned daily. We had a beautiful bay view. From the balcony and also the seating in our room, we could watch the boats, birds, and occasionally a sea lion go by. The large salt water pool was delightful and warm. The jacuzzi was nicely hot with strong jets. It is near Sea World but there was no additional noise or traffic from that. I tried the Thai wings at the Firefly restaurant and they were delicious. Service was friendly. The AC worked well-it was 95 degrees outside the weekend we were there!

The shutters over the sliding glass door did not darken the room adequately when the sun came up. There was a slight mildew smell to our room. It was strange that there was no pool bath. You would have to go to your room or the hotel lobby. There ARE ice machines. There were no signs directing you there. Rooms next to the marina were noisier.

The location was beautiful. Staff very friendly, accommodating and willing to help with everything. When we arrived we were put in a different room to what we expected, as we didn't have the harbour view we had paid for. We stayed the first night in this room but I did query this the next day and we were moved to the correct room without any issues and we were over the moon.

Couldn't get food past 9pm from firefly bar which was a shame as pool stayed open until 10 so having food available until this time would be better.

What I liked best was kayak rentals right there at your door. Hotel property borders a park right on the waterfront, lots of people BBQing, picnicking, playing sports, and having fun, and you can take long walks, bike scooter etc along the water. It’s a really lovely location for relaxing for a while. Our room had a view of marina, which was obviously beautiful. Room was really clean and the cleaning lady was so charming and sweet. Restaurant had cocktail deals almost if not every day. Lobby had free melon infused water, delicious. Gated parking with card access

The location is fantastic, but it’s a little remote, so outside of boating and hanging out at the pool and restaurant, there isn’t much to do nearby. Our room was cramped. Pool was not heated and so really cold at the time, spa was hogged by drunk/drinking people (which was not allowed) Restaurant was a little too expensive for what it offered. Promised games selection was very, very limited. They basically only had cards.

We really enjoyed our stay at The Dana. The pools/hot tubs were a big hit with my 8 year old. We loved the location, and the grounds were just beautiful. The staff was friendly and helpful. My daughter also enjoyed the dive in movies!! The shuttle to Sea World was convenient, and our driver, Duncan, was awesome!

The restaurant had very slow service and was a little on the pricey side, but the food was good. The itinerary also mentioned that one of the pools was closed for maintenance, but that wasn't true. The towel situation at the main pool was confusing, and I was worried as it said we'd be charged $25 a towel.

Nice room with fridge, microwave and coffee machine. Location was great and the Marina was very nice!

The first receptionist that welcome us was not very friendly and cold. Our room was not ready and we had to come back later but there are nice manners to say that. a little deception on the room with Marina view. The hallway to all the rooms was just in front of the room window so we need to close the shutters down, so no real marina view as expected. The Parking price quite expensive USD 29 per night, a budget if you stay several days

Brought our ski boat, put in water at boat ramp adjoining the hotel property, rented a slip at the hotel. Very convenient! Location convenient to ski beach, Barefoot Bar, etc. Outdoor/indoor restaurant next to swimming pool pretty decent, not great. Staff all pleasant, We were originally placed at the absolutely farthest from the central area (2 rooms). We immediately called the front desk, stating we are 82 and 85 and they gave us rooms much more convenient. We had to wait for one room, but we were out on the water, so no problem. Beds super comfortable, microwave, refrig, safe.

Would be nicer if they beach access, but having a boat slip was better for us. Bathroom outdated, but very clean.

Great location. We stayed in a third floor Bay room. The view was amazing. The convenience of being able to walk right downstairs and be on the bay was great! We had a great time having a bonfire. Had wood and s'mores supplies delivered to our room through insta cart. Great , relaxing weekend. Bed was comfy, room was clean and quiet. Very pet friendly. Our little guy had the best time!

Had a little trouble finding the ice machine, as there was no signage. Other guests also were having trouble finding it. We had dinner at the restaurant. Food was okay. Not bad but nothing to brag about.

The price was definitely affordable for us, especially considering San Diego pricing. We enjoyed the location of The Dana in relationship to San Diego and nearby Mission Bay. Everything felt close by, only a 10-20 minute drive to get to where you need to go.

For the price, we were (not expecting, but) hoping for a just a little bit more out of The Dana. Parking is an additional $20/night. The building's wooden construction made creaking noises every so often. Even though checkout is at 11am, we had housekeeping knock on our door 3 seperate times between 9:45am - 10:15am asking to clean the room.

Great spot if you are going to see world. Upgrade your package for $20.00 a day. Includes 50% off breakfast buffet, shuttle.service, 2 welcome drinks ( alcoholic or no alcoholic) per day. It's a good deal because parking at sea world is $32.00 a day or $53.00 if you want to park close. That along this upgrade paid for the parking at SeaWorld. Shuttle drops you off close to park entrance and picks you up as well. Great grounds, pool and on-site restaurant/bar.

I would pick a room with a bay view and not a marina view. Docks as you would imagine have an unpleasant smell.