Great location, but . . .
Kona Kai resort can boast a near-perfect location along San Diego Bay, but the rooms leave a great deal to be desired. The carpet, upholstery and bed covers are dated and, in some cases, threadbare, but the biggest drawback is the ventilation. Our room had a balcony looking out onto the esplanade, but in order to have any fresh air, we had to leave the door wide open, which flooded the room with bright light from the parking lot all night long. When we closed the door, the woefully inadequate wall unit sounded like a jet from the nearby Navy base taking off every time the air conditioner kicked in.