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Our top choices for San Diego motels

A hotel room with two beds, a large window, and a view of the building outside.

1. Motel 6 San Diego Airport - Harbor

Motel 6 San Diego Airport - Harbor
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Hotel was clean, near airport, bit old but fair for the price"
United States
Perla Carolina
The price is Rp1.385.204
Rp1.575.670 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Motel 6 San Diego Airport - Harbor
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden dresser, a mirror, a window with curtains, and wall art.

2. Mission Bay Motel

Mission Bay Motel
Pacific Beach
5.6 out of 10, (298 reviews)
"Definitely would stay again great location"
United States
Qiana
The price is Rp1.530.364
Rp1.725.485 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Mission Bay Motel
A retro-themed arcade with classic games, a foosball table, and a long communal table with stools.

3. The Rambler Hotel

The Rambler Hotel
3.0 star property
Chula Vista
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,209 reviews)
"Friendly staff, awesome comfortable rooms,sweet shower,& delicious latte @ the fun café. Will definitely stay again."
United States
Marisa
The price is Rp2.129.981
Rp2.464.334 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
The Rambler Hotel
A dining area with outdoor seating, a sign reading "El Rancho Coronado," and a variety of flowers.

4. El Rancho Motel

El Rancho Motel
2.0 star property
Coronado
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (947 reviews)
"It is a small place but perfect for what we needed. Easy to check in and out. I'd stay again!!"
United States
ann
The price is Rp2.684.850
Rp2.953.335 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
El Rancho Motel
A beach scene with people walking, some holding surfboards, and a building with a red roof in the background.

5. Coronado Inn

Coronado Inn
2.5 star property
Bayside
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (927 reviews)
"The motel felt very safe and the staff was incredibly friendly and helpful."
United States
Michelle
The price is Rp2.268.698
Rp2.495.568 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Coronado Inn
A living room with a round table, a blue sofa, a patterned armchair, and a potted plant.

6. Crown City Inn

Crown City Inn
2.5 star property
Coronado
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (856 reviews)
"Amazing Stay!"
United States
Guillaume
The price is Rp3.490.305
Rp3.839.335 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Crown City Inn
A wooden sign for Coronado Island Inn with a pergola and palm trees in the background.

7. Coronado Island Inn

Coronado Island Inn
2.5 star property
Coronado
7.4 out of 10, Good, (588 reviews)
"Quaint spot in a good location which was centrally located within the island."
United States
Andrew
The price is Rp2.000.213
Rp2.200.234 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Coronado Island Inn
A restaurant interior with round tables, blue cushioned chairs, large windows, and a display of snacks.

8. Studio 6 National City, CA - Naval Base San Diego

Studio 6 National City, CA - Naval Base San Diego
2.0 star property
National City
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"Nice place to stay no issues"
United States
Ashley
The price is Rp1.288.549
Rp1.417.422 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Studio 6 National City, CA - Naval Base San Diego
A two-story building with a tiled roof and a balcony.

9. National City Motel

National City Motel
2.5 star property
National City
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean rooms good for the price"
United States
Lisa
The price is Rp1.087.364
Rp1.196.101 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
National City Motel
A parking lot with palm trees and a McDonald's restaurant in the background.

10. Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)

Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
7.0 out of 10, Good, (589 reviews)
"Love the location"
United States
Evelyn
The price is Rp1.653.867
Rp1.864.735 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)
A corridor with a central pathway flanked by trees and potted plants, leading to a building with a balcony.

11. Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
5.8 out of 10, (1,316 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
David
The price is Rp1.047.270
Rp1.340.277 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a mirror.

12. Hotel Milagro

Hotel Milagro
2.0 star property
Chula Vista
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Awesome hotel and staff everyone was welcoming and was super clean"
United States
Dylan
The price is Rp1.361.058
Rp1.497.164 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Hotel Milagro
A neatly made bed with white linens and a brown accent, flanked by two bedside tables with lamps, in a simple room with plain walls.

13. Baycities Motel

Baycities Motel
2.0 star property
Chula Vista
7.2 out of 10, Good, (298 reviews)
"Shops nearby"
United States
Marquinton
The price is Rp1.208.182
Rp1.329.000 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Baycities Motel
A balcony with a view of the beach, palm trees, and a parking area.

14. Los Bungalows

Los Bungalows
2.5 star property
Seacoast
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (565 reviews)
"the property was in a great"
United States
Jennifer
The price is Rp4.834.421
Rp5.511.240 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Los Bungalows
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a hilly landscape.

15. Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Hotel Circle - Mission Valley

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Hotel Circle - Mission Valley
2.0 star property
Mission Valley
6.6 out of 10, (1,599 reviews)
"For the price it was very nice."
United States
Monica
The price is Rp1.401.313
Rp1.611.626 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Hotel Circle - Mission Valley
A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a mirror.

16. Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Southbay

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Southbay
2.0 star property
Nestor
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,007 reviews)
"Easy to locate and easy to check in."
United States
Anita
The price is Rp1.369.095
Rp1.532.691 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Southbay
A courtyard with a pool, palm trees, and a building with multiple balconies and windows.

17. Motel 6 Chula Vista, CA - San Diego

Motel 6 Chula Vista, CA - San Diego
2.0 star property
Chula Vista
6.0 out of 10, (1,684 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay we got the kindness that we needed the kids love the stay along with our fur babies will go back"
United States
Martika
The price is Rp1.218.356
Rp1.396.093 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Motel 6 Chula Vista, CA - San Diego
A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a mirror, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

18. Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North
2.0 star property
Clairemont
6.8 out of 10, (1,005 reviews)
"Really enjoyed the stay everything was clean and check in/out was super easy"
United States
Sanie
The price is Rp1.665.681
Rp1.880.827 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North
A modern hotel room with two beds, a balcony, and a desk.

19. Motel 6 La Mesa, CA

Motel 6 La Mesa, CA
2.0 star property
La Mesa
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Great AC"
United States
Timothy
The price is Rp1.771.824
Rp1.949.006 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Motel 6 La Mesa, CA
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20. Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
2.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,349 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
Helli
The price is Rp1.594.801
Rp1.762.157 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
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Bay Club Hotel & Marina

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"Great location and friendly staff."
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Bay Club Hotel & Marina

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San Diego Motels information

Number of reviews
12,280
Accommodation
24 Motels
Lowest Price
Rp1.196.101
Highest Price
Rp3.839.335

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to San Diego?
When you save on your room price, you can make the most of what San Diego has to offer. Not-to-be-missed sights include San Diego Zoo, Mission Bay and Petco Park.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
When you stay at a motel, you'll often find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool. With a stay at a motel, you'll usually access your room directly from the car park. In the US, motels boomed at the end of the 1940s with the popularity of car travel and road trips, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in San Diego?
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Hotel Circle - Mission Valley: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Marine Corps Recruit Depot and Balboa Park. Enjoy access to the free Wi-Fi, parking and laundry facilities. Mission Bay Motel: Parking and a 24-hour front desk are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as free toiletries. You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Mission Bay and Mission Beach. Motel 6 San Diego Airport - Harbor: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Stay within a 5-minute drive of Port of San Diego and Marine Corps Recruit Depot. Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown: You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Balboa Park and Port of San Diego. Free WiFi, a snack bar/deli and parking are available during your stay. Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North: Stay within a 10-minute drive of Mission Bay and Balboa Park. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
How many motels should I expect to find in San Diego?
Expedia has 7 motels in San Diego.
What can I do in San Diego?
While you're sightseeing in this walkable area, explore the well-known zoo and enjoy the scenic seaside. Those who've visited San Diego love its waterfront, museums and entertainment. Some popular places to visit include San Diego Zoo, Mission Bay and Petco Park. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Balboa Park, Mission Beach and Waterfront Park. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Maritime Museum of San Diego, USS Midway Museum and Belmont Park.
What's the seasonal weather like in San Diego?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in San Diego to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually August and September, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 14°C. Average annual precipitation for San Diego is 328 mm.
What are my options for getting around San Diego while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in San Diego to help you navigate your stay: Fly into San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.), which is located 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away. Otherwise, look for flights into San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is 6.6 mi (10.7 km) away. Take advantage of metro transport at Civic Center Station, Civic Center Station and 5th Avenue Station. If you want to travel outside the area, take a train from San Diego Santa Fe Depot, Old Town Transit Center or San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station. You can explore water travel options at the local port.