San Diego Wedding Packages | Island Palms Hotel Best Western Plus

Say 'I Do' Beside the San Diego Bay

Weddings at Island Palms Hotel bring your dream day to life with a tropical flair! Exchange your vows under swaying palms with the sparkling bay as your backdrop, then keep the celebration going with a waterfront reception or a party in one of our charming venues.

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2051 Shelter Island Drive, San Diego, California 92106

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Ceremony Venues

Grand Marina Garden

150 Guests

Exchange vows in the Grand Marina Garden, with lush greenery, a private marina, and westerly views, creating a stunning setting for your unforgettable ceremony.

Sunset Garden

100 Guests

The Sunset Ceremony Garden offers a picturesque oasis with vibrant blooms, swaying palms, and stunning sunset views, perfect for romantic waterfront vows.

Grand Marina Garden
Ceremony Package

Up to 150 Guests | $850++

Ceremony Inclusions

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Up to 150 chairs

White Aisle Runner

Water Station for Guests

Microphone and Speaker

All Set Up and Break Down

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Sunset Garden
Ceremony Package

Up to 100 Guests | $700++

Ceremony Inclusions

Up to 100 chairs

White Aisle Runner

Water Station for Guests

Microphone and Speaker

All Set Up and Break Down

Start Planning

Reception Venues

Grand Marina Ballroom

150 Guests

Set along Shelter Island’s shoreline, the Grand Marina Ballroom offers panoramic Point Loma views, a dance floor, and outdoor patio for cocktails and entertainment.

Sunset Ballroom

100 Guests

Elevated above San Diego Bay, the Sunset Ballroom offers vaulted ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, and breathtaking views of the bay and Point Loma.

Santa Barbara Room

100 Guests

At 1,100 sq. ft., the Santa Barbara offers stunning second-floor views of our Casa Del Mar pool, private yacht marina, and La Playa Cove, perfect for smaller events.

Harbor Room

60 Guests

For a more intimate setting, the Harbor Room features natural wood ceilings, dramatic lighting, and a private deck, perfect for a cozy, memorable event.

Bay Room

50 Guests

For intimate events, the Bay Room features dramatic vaulted ceilings, ambient lighting, and stunning views of our sparkling pool and private marina.

Reception Package

Inclusions

Floor length linen & napkins

Table cloth colors: black, beige, grey, and white satin stripe
Napkin colors: black, beige, grey, white, teal, royal blue, navy blue, and red

60″ round tables, banquet chairs, china, glassware, silverware, votive candles, black lanterns with mirror base, and dance floor

Servers and bartender

Complementary tasting for couple 2-4 months prior to wedding

*Applies to weddings 40+ guest list

Discounted rate for honeymoon suite

Discounted rates for overnight guest accommodations

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Welcome Champagne Cocktail

Stationary Hor d'Oeuvres

Domestic Cheeses, Fresh Seasonal Fruit & Candied Nuts Served with an Assortment of Crackers

Warm Spinach & Artichoke Dip with Toasted Garlic Baguettes

Champagne & Sparkling Cider Toast

Plated or Buffet Dinner

Coffee & Tea Service

Complimentary Cake Cutting & Plating

Welcome Champagne Cocktail

Stationary Hor d-Oeuvres

Domestic Cheeses, Fresh Seasonal Fruit & Candied Nuts Served with an Assortment of Crackers

Grilled Asparagus & Goat Cheese Bruschetta

Champagne & Sparkling Cider Toast

House Wine Service with Dinner

Plated or Buffet Dinner

Coffee & Tea Service

Complimentary Cake Cutting & Plating

Welcome Champagne Cocktail

One Hour Hosted Bar during Cocktail Reception

Call Liquor with Assorted Beers, Wine, Mineral Water & Soft Drinks

Stationary Hor d'Oeuvres

Domestic Cheeses, Fresh Seasonal Fruit & Candied Nuts Served with an Assortment of Crackers
Grilled Asparagus & Goat Cheese Bruschetta
Lemon Oregano Grilled Chicken Kabobs & Mint Yogurt Tzatziki

Choice of One Tray Passed Appetizer

Coconut Shrimp with Mango Chutney
Seared Beef Tenderloin on Crostini with Peppered Horseradish
Prosciutto Wrapped Melon with Basil & Goat Cheese

House Wine Service with Dinner

Coffee & Tea Service

Three Tiered Flour Power Wedding Cake

Welcome Champagne Cocktail

Four Hour Hosted Bar during Cocktail Reception

Call Liquor with Assorted Beers, Wine, Mineral Water & Soft Drinks

Stationary Hor d-Oeuvres

¥ Warm Crab, Parmesan & Artichoke Dip with Garlic Toast
¥ Roasted Vegetable Display with Hummus and Baked Pita Chips
¥ Bacon Wrapped Scallops in Martini Glasses

Tray Passed Appetizers

Antipasti Skewers with Mozzarella, Tomato, Salami & Spinach Tortellini
Prosciutto Wrapped Melon with Goat Cheese and Basil
Ahi Poke Tostaditas

Champagne and Sparkling Cider Toast

Bottle of Veuve Clicquot for Bride & Groom

Plated or Buffet Dinner

Coffee & Tea Service

Three Tiered Flour Power Wedding Cake

Blackened Chicken

with Tropical Fruit Salsa

Grilled Chicken Monterrey

with Avocado, Melted Cheese & Spicy Tomato Confit

Braised Boneless Beef Short Rib

with Forest Mushroom Burgundy Demi Glace

Broiled New York Strip

with Gorgonzola Creme Sauce

Filet Mignon

with Roasted Garlic & Shallot Compound Butter

Atlantic Salmon

with Beurre Blanc

Grilled Sea Bass

with Basil Pesto & Bruschetta

Macadamia Crusted Halibut

with Pineapple Triple Sec

Sweet Corn Risotto (Veg)

Wild mushrooms, asparagus, sun-dried tomatoes, sweet corn, truffle oil, chives

Vegetarian Lasagna (Veg)

Garlic, spinach, mozzarella, red peppers, pomodoro sauce

Eggplant Tikka Masala (Veg)

Panko and coconut crusted eggplant with hapa rice, tikka masala sauce, shredded coconut, scallions

Pesto Orecchiette (Veg)

Heirloom cherry tomatoes, shredded mozzarella, basil, pine nuts, pesto cream sauce

Cauliflower Steak (GF)

Sautéed kale, blistered heirloom cherry tomatoes, grilled romesco

Roasted Beets Grain Bowl (Veg)

Roasted red and golden beets, farro, quinoa, arugula, goat cheese, shaved almonds, craisins, balsamic dressing

Bayside Buffet

Grilled Focaccia Bread
Spinach Salad with Goat Cheese, Walnuts & Lemon Vinaigrette
Israeli Cous Cous Salad with Cucumbers, Heirloom Tomatoes, Red Onion and Kalamata Olives

Choice of Two:
Chipotle Barbecue Chicken Breast
Herb Marinated Beef Sirloin
Cajun Seared Albacore Tuna
Chili Rubbed Pork Loin
Soy Marinated Tofu

Fiesta Buffet

Corn & Flour Tortillas
South of the Border Style Caesar Salad
Vegetarian Charro Beans
Spanish Rice
Cheese Enchiladas
Tortilla Chips with House Made
Guacamole and Pico de Gallo

Choice of Two
Chicken Fajitas
Beef Fajitas
Snapper Adobada
Portabella Fajitas

Italian Buffet

Sliced Garlic Bread
Antipasto Salad with Mixed Greens, Roasted Vegetables, Marinated Olives, Pepperoncini, Feta Cheese & Italian Vinaigrette
Caprese Salad with Grilled Asparagus

Choice of Two
Jumbo Cheese Ravioli with Florentine Cream Sauce
Grilled Italian Sausages with Onions and Peppers
Chicken Parmesan with Linguini

Polynesian Buffet

Kings Hawaiian Rolls
Tropical Fruit Display
Mixed Green Salad with Carrots, Cucumber, Bell Pepper & Miso Dressing
Steamed Hapa Rice
Stir Fried Vegetables

Choice of Two
Huli Huli Chicken Breast
Korean Short Ribs
Grilled Teriyaki Salmon
Grilled Tofu with Hawaiian Barbecue Sauce

Shelter Island Buffet

Artisan Rolls & Butter
Mixed Green Salad with Carrots, Cherry Tomatoes, Gorgonzola Cheese, Candied Walnuts & Balsamic Vinaigrette
Grilled Seasonal Vegetables

One Additional Side
Coconut or Wild Rice
Herb Roasted Red Potatoes
Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Choice of Two
Grilled Chicken Monterey
Char-Broiled Skirt Steak with Gorgonzola Cream Sauce
Atlantic Salmon with Beurre Blanc

Seafood Bar

$36.00

Shrimp, crab, oysters, ceviche, champagne mignonette sauce, cocktail sauce, baja sauce, lemon & drawn butter

Mashed Potato Bar

$28.00

Garlic mashed Yukon gold potatoes, chopped bacon, shredded smoked cheddar cheese, chives, sour cream, & roasted chicken gravy

Slider Bar

$30.00

Kobe beef, pulled pork, fried chicken, fried local fish, portobello mushroom

Street Tacos Bar

$29.00

Carne asada, carnitas, nopales, pollo asado, tortilla chips, salsa bar, jalapenos, & limes

Mac & Cheese Bar

$30.00

House-made mac & cheese with bacon, sauted mushrooms, peas, ham, feta, smoked cheddar, spinach, roasted garlic, chorizo, bread crumbs, truffle oil

Salad Bar

$27.00

Romaine lettuce, mixed greens, spinach, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, candied walnuts, craisins, blue cheese, cheddar jack, diced apples, capers, red onion, shredded carrot, dressing bar

7th Inning Stretch

$19.00

Crackerjacks, tortilla chips with nacho cheese and jalapenos, soft pretzels

That's So. Cal

$23.00

Tortilla chips with salsa and guacamole, spicy chicken flatbreads, strawberry mint ice water

Sliders

$60 per dozen

Beef patties, American cheese, sliced tomatoes, and pickles, served with fries, ketchup, mustard, and mayonnaise

Dessert Bar

$23.00

Assorted cookies, brownies, lemon bars, chocolate-dipped strawberries, and donut holes with chef’s choice of sauce trio

Ice Cream Sundae

$25.00

Waffle cones, hot fudge, whipped cream, maraschino cherries, fresh berries, brownie bites, chocolate chips, sprinkles, and peanuts (requires a server at $75 per hour)

Domestic Bottled Beer

$7.00

Budweiser, Bud Light, Miller High Life, Miller Light, Coors Banquet, Coors Light, Michelob Ultra (contact sales representative for special inquiries)

Imported Bottled Beer

$8.00

Corona, Corona Light, Stella Artois, Stella Artois Cidre, Heineken, Guinness, Modelo Especial (contact sales representative for special inquiries)

Canned Seltzer and Cider

$8.00

Mineral Water, Bottled Still Water, and Soft Drinks

$4.00

Well Liquor

$9.00

Hideout Vodka, Clock Tower Gin, Mr. Boston Rum, Montezuma Tequila, Barton Whiskey

Call Liquor

$11.00

Tito’s Vodka, Tanqueray Gin, Bacardi Rum, Malibu Rum, Sauza Hornitos Blanco Tequila, Jack Daniel’s Whiskey, Bailey’s Irish Cream, Kahlua, J&B Scotch

Premium Liquor

$13.00

Kettle One Vodka, Hendrick’s Gin, Bacardi Rum, Patron Silver Tequila, Jameson Irish Whiskey, Chivas Regal Scotch, Crown Royal Canadian Whiskey, Hennessy Cognac, Grand Marnier Liqueur

Super Premium Liquor

$14.00

Grey Goose Vodka, Bombay Sapphire Gin, Appleton Signature Rum, Don Julio Reposado & Silver Tequilas, Johnny Walker Black Single Malt Scotch, Maker’s Mark Bourbon

Batch Cocktails

$150 per gallon

Red Sangria, White Sangria, Pina Colada Slushy, Strawberry Jalapeno Margaritas, Traditional Margaritas, Classic Trader Vic Style Mai-Tai

House Wines by Robert Mondavi Woodbridge

$6 per glass | $20 per bottle

Bellino (Split)

$12 per bottle

Prosecco, Italy

Standford

$8 per glass | $26 per bottle

Brut Sparkling, California

JCB Brut Rose

$12 per glass | $45 per bottle

Sparkling, France

GH Mumm Grand Cordon Brut

$95 per bottle

Champagne, France

Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label

$120 per bottle

Champagne, France

Bliss Family Vineyards

$8 per glass | $30 per bottle

Sauvignon Blanc, Mendocino

Oyster Bay

$9 per glass | $34 per bottle

Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, NZ

Brutocao

$10 per glass | $35 per bottle

Sauvignon Blanc, Mendocino, CA

Bliss Family Vineyards

$8 per glass | $30 per bottle

Chardonnay, Mendocino

Hess

$9 per glass | $36 per bottle

Chardonnay, Monterey County Shirtail Ranches

La Crema

$15 per glass | $56 per bottle

Chardonnay, Sonoma Coast

Carl Ehrhard

$45 per bottle

Riesling (Semi-Dry), Germany

Oynos Organic

$9 per glass | $34 per bottle

Pinot Grigio, Italy

Pitule

$11 per glass | $39 per bottle

Moscato D’Asti, DOC Italy

Rose The Day

$8 per glass | $30 per bottle

Rose, Sonoma County

Bliss Family Vineyards

$9 per glass | $34 per bottle

Pinot Noir, Mendocino

La Crema

$15 per glass | $56 per bottle

Pinot Noir, Monterey

Bliss Family Vineyards

$8 per glass | $30 per bottle

Merlot, Mendocino

Kennan Estate

$13 per glass | $50 per bottle

Merlot, Napa, CA

Bliss Family Vineyards

$9 per glass | $34 per bottle

Cabernet Sauvignon, Mendocino

Justin

$13 per glass | $50 per bottle

Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles, CA

7 Deadly Zins

$9 per glass | $34 per bottle

Zinfandel, Lodi Old Vine

Serbal

$12 per glass | $45 per bottle

Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina

Sky Valley Cellars

$15 per glass | $56 per bottle

Sangiovese, Ramona (Local)

Wedding Packages

Say 'I Do' Beside the San Diego Bay

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Ceremony Venues

Grand Marina Garden

Sunset Garden

Grand Marina GardenCeremony Package

Arch

Up to 150 chairs

White Aisle Runner

Water Station for Guests

Microphone and Speaker

All Set Up and Break Down

Sunset GardenCeremony Package

Up to 100 chairs

White Aisle Runner

Water Station for Guests

Microphone and Speaker

All Set Up and Break Down

Reception Venues

Grand Marina Ballroom

Sunset Ballroom

Santa Barbara Room

Harbor Room

Bay Room

Reception Package

Floor length linen & napkins

60″ round tables, banquet chairs, china, glassware, silverware, votive candles, black lanterns with mirror base, and dance floor

Servers and bartender

Complementary tasting for couple 2-4 months prior to wedding

Discounted rate for honeymoon suite

Discounted rates for overnight guest accommodations

Marina Package

What's Included

Sunset Package

What's Included

Tie The Knot Package

What's Included

"I Do" Package

What's Included

Plated Entrees

Ranch

Farm

Ocean

Plated Veggie Options

Buffet Menu Selections

Buffet Add On Stations

Late Night Snacks

Stock The Bar

Individual Beverages

Wine List

Champagne and Sparkling Wines

Sauvignon Blanc

Chardonnay

Other Whites

Pinot Noir

Merlot

Cabernet Sauvignon

Other Reds

Grand Marina Garden
Ceremony Package

Sunset Garden
Ceremony Package