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The West Star Yacht Staycation on the water

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A boat deck with a wicker sofa, potted plants, and a patterned floor.
A yacht interior with a living area, kitchen, and dining space.
A cozy interior with a sofa, armchair, and a small table with a TV. Large windows offer views of the marina.
A compact bedroom with a bed, a skylight, and built-in cabinets.
A compact kitchen with a small island, a refrigerator, and a sink.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to San Diego Bay

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Spa pool on site
  • Restaurant
  • Outdoor pool
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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National City, CA
  • Place, San Diego Bay
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Naval Base San Diego
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Kimball Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

1st cabin

1 Double Bed

bunk room

2 Single Bunk Beds

main cabin

1 Double Bed

1st head

Toilet · Shower only

2nd head

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

National City

Located in National City, this houseboat is near theme parks and on the waterfront. USS Midway Museum and North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port of San Diego and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal. Check out an event or a game at Petco Park, and consider making time for San Diego Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking/biking trails.
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National City, CA

What's nearby

  • San Diego Bay - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Naval Base San Diego - 2 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Kimball Park - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 9 min drive - 10.8 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 12 min drive - 13.8 km

Getting around

  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 15 min drive
  • 24th St Trolley Station - 18 min walk
  • Tijuana, Baja California Norte (TIJ-General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl.) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The West Star Yacht Staycation on the water have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is The West Star Yacht Staycation on the water pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The West Star Yacht Staycation on the water?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The West Star Yacht Staycation on the water?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The West Star Yacht Staycation on the water?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The West Star Yacht Staycation on the water located?

Situated on the waterfront, this houseboat is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from San Diego Bay and within 3 miles (5 km) of Chula Vista Center and Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista. Petco Park and San Diego Convention Center are also within 6 miles (10 km). 24th St Trolley Station is 18 minutes by foot and Bayfront - E St. Trolley Station is 29 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 205 out of 217 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 217 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 217 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 217 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 217 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The yacht was clean and relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such an amazing experience! 100% recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, cutely decorated, everything you would need in the kitchen, nice views and various places to sit and relax. All beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First experience staying on a yacht and I’m hooked! It was clean, roomy, and the marina provided all the amenities you could want. Our host, Elizabeth, made check—in and check-out a breeze. There’s was plenty of room for the 5 of us!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful accommodations! We happened to stay during the hottest week on record, but the A/C managed to keep up and cooled the lower levels of the boat down within about an hour.The location was great, and the boat had all the amenities we needed to prepare and cook our own meals. Elizabeth was very flexible with our stay and incredibly accommodating, which we really appreciated.The kayaks were a great bonus! We didn’t get a chance to use the pool or hot tub, but both would have been great options as well.We really enjoyed our stay and would absolutely book with Elizabeth again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really unique experience. Amazing staying on a yacht. Just hanging out on the boat was so must fun. Sleeping being rocked was the best. We would totally do this again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay. Very clean. Unique experience. Excellent outdoor spaces. Fantastic, warm heated outdoor pool. Very convenient location. I didn’t like that there was a high extra charge per person fee that I did not realize when it was booked. While I understand the reasoning for it, I would have rather this have been rolled into the actual per night cost and then would seem less like a hidden fee. Host was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best time and made some new friends in the marina. Very relaxing time. Will for sure stay here again. Our host was responsive and everything was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Elizabeth was amazing. She was prompt and very pleasant meeting us at the yacht to show us the entire marina’s amenities and the operation of the vassal. While being extremely responsive during our stay to any messages etc…. The yacht is an amazing and peaceful experience. One that you don’t realize until boarding and sitting out on the fly deck with the cool ocean breeze and calmness of the sea and marina around you. With the fully appointed kitchen along with AC for the warmer days and eating area right on the water makes for a wonderfully peaceful calming stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay on the water!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The West Star was truly a memorable stay. If you are looking for a unique stay , this is it. The yacht is stocked with anything you may need. We cooked , we chilled , we fished, we tanned, we went to a concert at Petco park, we rented wave runners… from the same marina, we even got to take beautiful pictures of my Son and his wife on their wedding day on the top deck. The AC works great when the fresh air is a little too warm. Never an issue having enough hot water for showers the pressure was great too. Very clean, the bed I slept in was very comfortable. I can’t wait to stay on the West Star again! Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fabulous weekend staying in the West Star! Ameninties at the pier are top notch. Host met us there to check in and make sure we were settled.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very attentive and easy to contact. Check in and checkout was very easy. It was exactly the weekend we were hoping for.. relaxing, amazing amenities, and loved our experience of getting to stay on a yacht! Both adults and teenage kids had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Don’t hesitate to book this amazing yacht! What a unique experience for us. The boat was so well stocked, the beds were super comfortable and we were close to so many places. Elizabeth is an amazing host. We enjoyed our stay immensely!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful host was full of information. Property was clean and well appointed. Everything worked and I had no additional needs. The location was close to where I was visiting friends. Convenient access, and easy parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The Boat was amazing!!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to Stay

Finally a trip that I left relaxed!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a unique and fun way to spend a long weekend! We stayed at this little charmer while in town to see Chris Stapleton at North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre, and it made the trip even more memorable.Our host, Elizabeth, met us at the marina for check-in and gave us a warm welcome and tour of the boat. Everything was impeccably cared for and thoughtfully decorated, creating a cozy, inviting atmosphere. She had stocked the refrigerator with bottled water, Keurig coffee pods, creamer, and even welcomed us with a handwritten note and a bottle of wine. Such thoughtful touches made us feel right at home.This was truly a one-of-a-kind stay, and we can’t wait to come back and enjoy this special place again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was an amazing time on a beautiful boat. All the amenities are right there at your finger tips. The host thinks of everything you may need. I have stayed at many places and hers is the most well equipped w spices, biggies, plastic wrap, beautiful dishes and serving plates, toaster, three different coffee makers, toaster oven, and hot plate! There’s two kayaks available and you can rent more if needed. The beds are comfortable and two nice sized bathrooms. My husband is a big Guy, 6ft and he didn’t have an issues using them. The Host has great communication and readily available for any questions. The boat is beautiful decorated and plenty of lounging room! We were able to all have space to hang out and not be on top of one another. There is a dinning area w plenty of sitting room and an upstairs for just relaxing. It was an amazing weekend and would definitely come back! Very well priced and worth the money!! Thank you for a wonderful weekend!! The Marina also has grills on site and a pool w. Hot tub! Nice quiet atmosphere. Wish I would got more pictures.There is also a grocery store close by!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very friendly host. Great communication. Nice, quiet marina. The boat was comfortable and had everything we needed! Beautiful views!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

We had a fantastic stay on The West Star! Would highly recommend & hope to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
One word says it all. Incredible. The yacht was absolutely gorgeous, marina had everything (pool, hot tub, gym, bar, restaurant, lots of recreational items to use free), neighbors were super friendly, extremely safe location, quiet, 2 kayaks come with yacht, everything you need to cook or relax is provided, Elizabeth the host was fantastic. We 100% will be back. We were so sad to leave.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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