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Our top choices for San Diego motels

Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Baycities Motel

Baycities Motel
2.0 star property
Chula Vista
7.2 out of 10, Good, (259 reviews)
"Just what I needed for the night. A clean, quiet, budget friendly with parking."
United States
Sara
The price is ￥11,299
￥12,429 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Baycities Motel
Outdoor pool

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

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Hotel Circle - Mission Valley
2.0 star property
Mission Valley
6.8 out of 10, (1,574 reviews)
"Room was clean. Good parking"
United States
Jennifer
The price is ￥14,589
￥16,772 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Hotel Circle - Mission Valley
Arcade

The Rambler Hotel

The Rambler Hotel
3.0 star property
Chula Vista
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,166 reviews)
"Fun vibe, would definitely stay here again!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is ￥21,724
￥25,133 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
The Rambler Hotel
Room

Mission Bay Motel

Mission Bay Motel
Pacific Beach
5.6 out of 10, (138 reviews)
"The location was great can't beat it for the price."
United States
Juan C
The price is ￥19,389
￥21,861 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Mission Bay Motel
Property grounds

El Rancho Motel

El Rancho Motel
2.0 star property
Coronado
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (904 reviews)
"Cute cottage style hotel on the Main Street!"
United States
Jeffrey
The price is ￥24,318
￥26,750 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
El Rancho Motel
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Hotel Milagro

Hotel Milagro
2.0 star property
Chula Vista
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Mary
The price is ￥13,328
￥14,661 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Hotel Milagro
Exterior

Coronado Island Inn

Coronado Island Inn
2.5 star property
Coronado
7.2 out of 10, Good, (552 reviews)
"Looking forward to staying here again"
United States
NALANI
The price is ￥27,398
￥30,138 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Coronado Island Inn
Lobby sitting area

Crown City Inn

Crown City Inn
2.5 star property
Coronado
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (773 reviews)
"Clean room, great location, glad to have parking available and staff very hospitable."
United States
Bridget
The price is ￥29,911
￥32,902 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Crown City Inn
Property grounds

National City Motel

National City Motel
2.5 star property
National City
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"It was all good, only stayed for one nigh, but will definitely come back. "
United States
Mercedes
The price is ￥13,278
￥14,605 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 30 - Jul 31
National City Motel
Beach nearby

Coronado Inn

Coronado Inn
2.5 star property
Bayside
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (783 reviews)
"Awesome hotel"
United States
Richard J
The price is ￥29,036
￥31,940 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Coronado Inn
Lobby sitting area

Studio 6 National City, CA - Naval Base San Diego

Studio 6 National City, CA - Naval Base San Diego
2.0 star property
National City
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Good last minute place to stay at"
United States
bryan
The price is ￥12,838
￥14,122 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Studio 6 National City, CA - Naval Base San Diego
Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Southbay

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Southbay
2.0 star property
Nestor
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,012 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
Adam
The price is ￥13,779
￥15,425 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Southbay
Exterior

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, (547 reviews)
"Book your stay you won’t regret"
United States
Travis
The price is ￥20,022
￥22,575 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)
King Suite with Ocean View | Terrace/patio

Los Bungalows

Los Bungalows
2.5 star property
Imperial Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (543 reviews)
"Honestly one of the best hotels I’ve stayed in the views the vibes overall very very peaceful place loved it"
United States
Brenda
The price is ￥35,731
￥40,734 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Los Bungalows
Desk, blackout drapes, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Motel 6 San Diego Airport - Harbor

Motel 6 San Diego Airport - Harbor
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Affordable and goo value for overnight stays before an early flight"
Canada
Milko
The price is ￥18,383
￥20,910 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Motel 6 San Diego Airport - Harbor
Blackout drapes, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Motel 6 La Mesa, CA

Motel 6 La Mesa, CA
2.0 star property
La Mesa
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,009 reviews)
"I loved it the rooms are Beautiful and the Staff is very friendly"
United States
Suzanne
The price is ￥17,653
￥19,418 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Motel 6 La Mesa, CA
Courtyard

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, (1,696 reviews)
"Nice stay!"
United States
Leslie
The price is ￥12,681
￥14,454 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Motel 6 Chula Vista, CA - San Diego
WiFi (free), bed sheets

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North
2.0 star property
Clairemont
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,011 reviews)
"Convenient location. Helpful staff. Good for solo travelers."
United States
DHAVALKUMAR
The price is ￥18,134
￥20,470 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North
Exterior

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
6.0 out of 10, (1,288 reviews)
"Staff was great real ones!!"
United States
Eldon
The price is ￥15,902
￥19,566 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
2.0 star property
San Marcos
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,020 reviews)
"Staff was extremely friendly and the room was clean. Breakfast was served every morning from 6a-10a."
United States
Lark
The price is ￥14,526
￥15,978 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
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San Diego Motels information

Number of reviews
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Accommodation
24 Motels
Lowest Price
￥12,429
Highest Price
￥40,734

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to San Diego?
When you save on your room price, you can enjoy all that San Diego has to offer. Not-to-be-missed sights include Petco Park, San Diego Zoo, and Mission Bay.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
At many motels, you'll often find free parking and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel property, you'll usually access your room directly from the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace at the end of the 1940s with the popularity of car travel and road trip vacations, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in San Diego?
Mission Bay Motel: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Mission Bay and Mission Beach. Enjoy access to the parking and 24-hour front desk, as well as room amenities like free toiletries. Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Hotel Circle - Mission Valley: Free WiFi, parking, and laundry facilities are available during your stay. You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of University of San Diego and Marine Corps Recruit Depot. Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown: Enjoy access to the free WiFi and snack bar/deli, as well as room amenities like climate control. Stay within a 5-minute drive of Balboa Park and Port of San Diego. Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Southbay: You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of San Diego Bay and Las Americas Premium Outlets. Free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk are available during your stay. Motel 6 San Diego Airport - Harbor: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Port of San Diego and Marine Corps Recruit Depot. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and parking.
How many motels can I expect to find in San Diego?
Expedia has 7 low-priced motels in San Diego.
What can I do in San Diego?
While you're sightseeing in this historical area, check out the well-known zoo and enjoy the popular beaches. Those who've visited San Diego love its waterfront, local art scene, and museums. Some popular places to visit include Petco Park, San Diego Zoo, and Mission Bay. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Balboa Park, Mission Beach, and Waterfront Park. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: USS Midway Museum, San Diego Air and Space Museum, and Maritime Museum of San Diego.
What's the seasonal weather like in San Diego?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, 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 temp of 71°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 57°F. Average annual precipitation for San Diego is 13 inches.
What are my options for getting around San Diego when 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 Intl. Airport (SAN), which is located 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from the city center. You can also search for flights into San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is 6.6 mi (10.7 km) away. You can access metro transit at Civic Center Station, Civic Center Station, and 5th Avenue Station. If you'd like to explore more of the area, hop aboard a train from San Diego Santa Fe Depot, Old Town Transit Center, or San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station. You can learn about your options for water transportation at the local port.

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