Top on-site activities and how to use them
Paradise Point Resort & Spa offers on-site activities across its 44-acre private island: five heated pools (including an 18+ Adult Lagoon Pool), marina water sports, tennis and pickleball courts, a fitness center with classes, a 7,050 sq ft spa, lawn games and family programs. Many activities are included in the daily resort fee; marina rentals and some excursions cost extra and the island is reached by the resort's boat transfer (no road access with cars).
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Pools and beach
Paradise Point has five heated pools open daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM: Main Pool (family-oriented with sloped entry), Lagoon Pool (with two fire pits), Meadow Pool, Waterfall Pool, and the Adult Lagoon Pool reserved for guests 18 and older. Pool access and the fitness center are included in the daily resort amenities/resort fee.
The resort also has about a mile of private sandy beach on Mission Bay for casual beach time and resort beach activities. Note that the property sits on a private island reached by the resort's boat transfer; there is no public road access and no cars on the island.
- Five heated pools (6:00 AM–10:00 PM)
- Adult Lagoon Pool: 18+ only, located near rooms 100–300
- Main Pool fitness center adjacent (see fitness section)
- About a mile of private sandy beach on Mission Bay
| Pool | Type / Feature |
|---|---|
| Main Pool | Family-oriented, sloped entry, fitness center nearby |
| Lagoon Pool | Two fire pits |
| Adult Lagoon Pool | Reserved 18+; quieter retreat near rooms 100–300 |
Water sports and marina
The island has a private marina that offers water-sport rentals such as jet skis, catamarans and sailboats for an additional fee. Kayaks and paddleboards are available for flat-water paddling on Mission Bay—conditions are generally calm and good for beginners and children.
Some water-based excursions or off-island activities (for example, SeaWorld or other downtown attractions) require the resort's boat transfer plus ground transportation; the resort does not provide a complimentary airport shuttle.
- Jet skis, catamarans, sailboats — rental fees apply
- Kayak and paddleboard rentals suitable for beginners
- Mission Bay is flat-water, no-surf paddling
- Resort-arranged boat transfers and excursions are available
| Activity | Notes |
|---|---|
| Kayaking / Paddleboarding | Calm bay waters; good for beginners |
| Jet skis / Catamarans / Sailboats | Available via the private marina; extra cost |
| Boat transfer | Used for some off‑island excursions; not the same as an airport shuttle |
The Spa at Paradise Point
The Spa at Paradise Point is a 7,050-square-foot full-service spa open daily from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM with nine treatment rooms, a couples' spa bungalow, herbal-infused steam rooms, an outdoor whirlpool and a sauna. Treatments include island-inspired options like an Island Stone massage, a milk bath in a traditional wooden soaking tub, Island Origins packages and facials.
The spa is open to both resort guests and non‑guests; the property lists a resident discount ('Local Islander Love') for San Diego residents. The spa is located between the Island Market and the Island Adventure Hut (bike rentals), making it easy to stop by while exploring the island.
- Open daily 9:00 AM–7:00 PM
- Nine treatment rooms plus a couples' spa bungalow
- Signature treatments: Island Stone massage, milk bath, Island Origins
- Open to non-guests; resident discounts available
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Size | 7,050 sq ft |
| Rooms | Nine treatment rooms + couples' bungalow |
| Hours | Daily from 9:00 AM |
Fitness, wellness classes and sports courts
The fitness center is located at the Main Pool and is open daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Equipment includes SportsArt treadmills, ellipticals, stationary bikes, a lateral cross trainer with individual tablet displays, circuit machines, free weights, mats and medicine balls; showers are available on site.
Complimentary wellness classes include island yoga, guided meditation and sound bath meditation. The resort also provides on-site courts and sport facilities—two pickleball courts, two tennis courts and a basketball court—plus lawn games and an 18-hole miniature golf putting course.
- Fitness center hours: 6:00 AM–10:00 PM
- Complimentary classes: island yoga, guided meditation, sound bath
- Two pickleball courts and two tennis courts
- 18-hole putting course, basketball court, lawn games (Spikeball, cornhole, ping pong)
| Amenity | Included with daily resort fee? |
|---|---|
| Fitness center | Yes |
| Wellness classes | Yes (complimentary) |
| Pickleball / Tennis courts | Included |
Family programs, kids' activities and lawn games
Paradise Point is family-friendly and runs an Island Adventure Club for kids (ages 4–12) plus daily activities like bike tours, treasure hunts and a self-guided botanical tour. The Main Pool is family-oriented and there are children’s pools on property.
Lawn games and casual recreation are spread across the island and are intended for families and groups; items such as Spikeball, cornhole, lawn checkers and ping pong are listed among the included activities.
- Island Adventure Club (ages 4–12)
- Bike tours and treasure hunts
- Lawn games: Spikeball, cornhole, lawn checkers, ping pong
- Children's pools and family Main Pool
| Program / Feature | Who it's for |
|---|---|
| Island Adventure Club | Kids 4–12 |
| Family Main Pool | All ages |
| Lawn games & putting course | Families and groups |
Dining, room service and casual stops
On-site dining options include Tidal (Californian coastal seafood; breakfast and dinner hours vary), Barefoot Bar & Grill (New American for lunch and dinner), Tropics Cantina (Mexican-inspired poolside bar) and Island Grinds Coffee (coffee and pastries). The resort also has a snack bar/deli, a grocery/convenience store and daily room service called 'Food2You'.
Room service operates from 6:30 AM for breakfast and offers all-day dining from 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Breakfast at restaurants is available for a surcharge and is not automatically included with room rates.
- Tidal: Californian coastal seafood — breakfast & dinner (hours vary)
- Barefoot Bar & Grill: lunch & dinner (hours vary)
- Tropics Cantina: poolside bar for cocktails & refreshments
- Island Grinds Coffee: coffee and pastries
- Room service Food2You: breakfast from 6:30 AM; all-day dining 12:00 PM–9:00 PM
| Venue | Serves |
|---|---|
| Tidal | Breakfast & Dinner (hours vary) |
| Barefoot Bar & Grill | Lunch & Dinner (hours vary) |
| Tropics Cantina | Cocktails & Poolside Refreshments |
Where to stay on-site and useful room notes
Rooms are bungalow-style across the island; the property lists 14 room types (including Suite, with Sofa bed (Bayside Bungalow Cove), Junior Suite (Bayside), Room (Garden), Premium Room, Lanai (Garden) and Standard Room). Many rooms and suites have exterior hallways, operable windows and private patios or lanais.
If you want the adults-only pool, request a room near rooms 100–300 to be closer to the Adult Lagoon Pool. Amenities such as high-speed Wi-Fi, in-room coffee and in-room safes are included with stays as part of the daily resort fee.
- Room types include Suite (Bayside Bungalow Bay), Suite, with Sofa bed (Bayside Bungalow Cove), Junior Suite (Bayside), Junior Garden Suite, Room (Garden), Premium Room, Lanai (Garden), Standard Room and more
- Exterior hallways and operable windows are typical across rooms
- Wi‑Fi, in-room coffee and safe included with resort fee
| Sample room name | Bed setup (as listed) |
|---|---|
| Suite, with Sofa bed (Bayside Bungalow Cove) | 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed |
| Junior Suite (Bayside) | 1 King Bed |
| Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lanai (Garden) | 2 Queen Beds |
