Waterfront tiki music landmark
Lush palm grounds, koi ponds, and Polynesian tiki architecture frame a storied marina resort known for its waterfront concert amphitheater.
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Waterfront amphitheater and music lounge hosting nightly live jazz, funk, and touring acts.
Notable
A 1960 Shelter Island institution where generations return for bayfront dining and live music.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Shelter Island's paved Shoreline path stretches right outside along the yacht basin, with Point Loma and Liberty Station ten minutes away.
The rooms
Two-story low-rise rooms feature private patios or balconies facing the marina, courtyards, or pool, with vaulted wood ceilings on the upper level.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
A heated swimming pool and circular whirlpool tub sit among tropical palms, tiki carvings, and sun loungers.
The spa
Restaurant
Humphreys SoCAL Dining & Music
Floor-to-ceiling windows look out over the yacht marina, serving regional seafood, steaks, and craft cocktails.
At the table
A palapa poolside bar serves tropical cocktails, and the indoor music lounge stages live jazz and blues nightly.
How it began
Opened in 1960 under Shelter Island's mid-century Polynesian master plan, the hotel greets guests with an A-frame boat-prow porte-cochere.
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How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.