San Diego Motels

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Name of hotel Accommodation Rating Price, $
Lodge At 32Nd

7.4 / 10

(224 Reviews)

From 74$
El Rancho Motel

8.1 / 10

(235 Reviews)

From 150$
Baymont By Wyndham San Diego Downtown

6.7 / 10

(2150 Reviews)

From 89$
Motel San Diego

6.0 / 10

(132 Reviews)

From 85$
Studio 6 Suites San Ysidro Ca San Diego South Bay

4.2 / 10

(206 Reviews)

From 69$

It’s no secret that San Diego is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. From the amazing beaches to the world-famous zoo, there is something for everyone in this Southern California city. And with temperatures often hovering in the 70s and 80s year-round, it’s no wonder people flock to San Diego for a vacation.

But what if you don’t want to stay in a cramped hotel room or spend a fortune on a rental condo? San Diego also has a great selection of motels that offer comfortable and affordable accommodations. Most motels in the city are located close to the attractions, so you can easily walk to all the best places to see and things to do.

So if you’re looking for a place to stay in San Diego, be sure to check out the motels. You’ll be glad you did!.

San Diego Accommodation lists:

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Lodge At 32Nd El Rancho Motel Baymont By Wyndham San Diego Downtown Motel San Diego Cheap Motels in San Diego Studio 6 Suites San Ysidro Ca San Diego South Bay Old Town Western Inn Pb Surf Beachside Inn Pet friendly Motels in San Diego Travel Time Motel Berkshire Motor Hotel Mission Bay Motel

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7.4
Good
224 Reviews

Lodge At 32Nd

📍 740 32Nd Street

From 74$

The 2-star Lodge At 32Nd is situated 3.7 km from San Diego Zoo. For business travellers, a xerox and a work desk are available on request.

The historical naval aircraft carrier USS Midway Museum is less than 6 km away. The centre of San Diego is 4 km away from the venue. Lodge At 32Nd is placed a few minutes' drive from Childrens Public Park.

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8.1
Very good
235 Reviews

El Rancho Motel

📍 370 Orange Avenue

From 150$

Located in Coronado district, El Rancho Motel San Diego is next-door to Centennial Park and a 5-minute drive from Childrens Public Park. The venue provides 10 guestrooms appointed with free wireless internet and TV for a pleasant stay in San Diego.

Maritime Museum of San Diego is less than 2.8 km away. The city centre is also 4 km away. El Rancho Motel is a short ride from Central Beach.

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6.7
Good
2150 Reviews

Baymont By Wyndham San Diego Downtown

📍 719 Ash Street

From 89$

Featuring an outdoor swimming pool and a business centre, Baymont By Wyndham San Diego Downtown Motel is set 1.3 km from the primary San Diego Convention Center in San Diego. Set within a few minutes' drive from San Diego Zoo, it is a pet-friendly accommodation to stay in Downtown San Diego district of the city.

Childrens Public Park is less than 1.4 km away. The city centre is a 10-minute walk away. The hotel is located close to Adobe Falls.

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6
Good
132 Reviews

Motel San Diego

📍 4780 Mission Bay Dr

From 85$

Motel San Diego is a 15-minute drive from SeaWorld San Diego Theme Park, and it features free self parking and a garden onsite. Situated in Pacific Beach district, the motel is set 6 km from Old Town San Diego.

The venue is set in the old part of San Diego, a few minutes away from Pacific Beach Park. The beach is within a stroll from the accommodation.

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4.2
Good
206 Reviews

Studio 6 Suites San Ysidro Ca San Diego South Bay

📍 230 Via De San Ysidro

From 69$

The 2-star Knights Inn San Ysidro San Diego is set 3.3 km from Caliente and 4.5 km from Tijuana. Guests can enjoy high-speed Internet access throughout the property, as well as free self-parking and an outdoor swimming pool on site.

The venue is set in the old part of San Diego, a few minutes away from El Popo Market.

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Hotels in San Diego

Airport nearby ✈️ El Cajon, McClellan-Palomar, San Diego International
Average Price 💰 412$
Hotels in San Diego 🏨 950
Hotel Reviews ⭐ 24947
Landmarks nearby 📍 La Jolla Cove, Mount Soledad, Girard Avenue and Prospect Street, Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, San Diego Mormon Temple
Best Price Hotel 🤑 Lodge At 32Nd
Hotel with a view 🔍 El Rancho Motel
Best reviews Hotel ❤️ Baymont By Wyndham San Diego Downtown

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6.6
Good
431 Reviews

Old Town Western Inn

📍 3889 Arista Street

From 198$

Located a few minutes' drive from the Manicured and pristine Presidio Urban Park, Old Town Western Inn San Diego offers 35 non-smoking rooms. Presidio Hills Golf Course and Old Town San Diego State Historic Park can be reached in 15 minutes' walk and 25 minutes' walk respectively.

The venue is 5 km from the city centre and adjacent to Old Town Area. The accommodation puts guests near beautiful beaches of San Diego.

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7.2
Good
367 Reviews

Pb Surf Beachside Inn

📍 4760 Mission Blvd

From 92$

Pb Surf Beachside Inn, located 4.9 km from Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, offers guests free self parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a sun deck. Situated in Pacific Beach district, the inn is set 6 km from SeaWorld San Diego Theme Park.

The venue is set in the old part of San Diego, a few minutes away from Mission Beach. Attractions within walking distance include Pacific Beach Park and Law Street Beach.

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6.3
Good
92 Reviews

Travel Time Motel

📍 5447 El Cajon Blvd

From 85$

The 2-star Travel Time Motel San Diego is set 4.3 km from Mission Trails Regional Park Lake Murray and 2.2 km from Viejas Arena. The venue provides 45 guestrooms appointed with television and smoke detectors for a pleasant stay in San Diego.

This low-budget accommodation is placed about 15 km from El Cajon airport and a few minutes' walk from Wesley United Methodist Church. Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala is a short drive away.

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8
Very good
803 Reviews

Berkshire Motor Hotel

📍 2502 El Cajon Boulevard

From 213$

The 3-star Berkshire Motor Hotel San Diego offers air-conditioned rooms within easy reach of Hillcrest, which is about 17 minutes' walk. Situated in North Park district, this venue is 30 minutes walk from the centre of San Diego.

San Diego Zoo is less than 2.1 km away. You can get to Adams Avenue Park in a few minutes by car.

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7.1
Good
790 Reviews

Mission Bay Motel

📍 2575 Clairemont Drive

From 136$

Set 2.6 km from the private University of San Diego, Best Western Mission Bay Motel features free parking and an outdoor swimming pool. Situated in Bay Park district, the motel is set 4.5 km from Old Town San Diego State Historic Park.

The venue is set in the old part of San Diego, a few minutes away from SeaWorld San Diego Theme Park. It is set in the shopping area, a few steps from Saint George Serbian Orthodox Church.

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6.3
Good
171 Reviews

Bay Inn And Suites San Diego

📍 3325 Midway Dr

From 153$

Located a few minutes' drive from Mission Bay Park, Bay Inn And Suites At Seaworld San Diego offers 50 air-conditioned rooms. Sports Arena Square is 200 metres away while Old Town San Diego State Historic Park is about 1.3 km away from the venue.

The accommodation is set in the historic part of San Diego, close to iPayOne Center Arena. The hotel is located in Midway-Pacific Highway district. The motel is set next to Scandia Plaza.

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5.9
Good
431 Reviews

Downtown San Diego Lodge

📍 1345 10Th Avenue

From 88$

Featuring a luggage room, a safety deposit box and a vending machine, Downtown San Diego Lodge is set 1.5 km from the primary San Diego Convention Center in San Diego. The venue is set in Downtown San Diego district, in vicinity of Copley Symphony Hall.

The night Numbers Club is less than 3.4 km away. The city centre lies within 1 km of the accommodation. Downtown San Diego Lodge is a short drive from the large San Diego Natural History Museum.

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7.2
Good
1395 Reviews

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - Seaworld/Zoo

📍 1201 Hotel Circle South

From 120$

Featuring a free carpark, a golf course and a heated pool, The Atwood Hotel San Diego - Seaworld/Zoo offers accommodation in Mission Valley district, 2.5 km from Old Town. Highlights at this venue include an a la carte restaurant, a lounge bar and high-speed Internet access in the rooms.

The hotel is located 4 km from the centre of San Diego and a couple of minutes' drive from Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. It will take about 25 minutes to walk to the upscale Fashion Valley Open-Air Mall.

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5.8
Good
580 Reviews

Hotel Aqua Mar

📍 1510 Rosecrans Street

From 75$

The 2-star Hotel Aqua Mar San Diego is set 2.2 km from Point Loma Park and 7 km from Petco Park Ballpark. To ensure an exceptional stay in San Diego, multilingual staff stands ready to provide 24-hour front desk and express check-out.

The venue features accommodation in Point Loma district. Shelter Island is a short drive away.

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5.7
Good
2826 Reviews

Ez 8 Motel Old Town

📍 4747 Pacific Highway

From 106$

The 2-star Ez 8 Motel Old Town is situated 1.4 km from Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. There are a xerox, a fax machine and a business centre at the motel.

Old Town is less than 3 km away. The venue is located in Mission Valley district. The accommodation is only a short drive from the historical naval aircraft carrier USS Midway Museum.

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8.1
Very good
90 Reviews

Hotel Point Loma

📍 2933 Fenelon St.

From 85$

Hotel Point Loma, located 3.9 km from Old Town San Diego State Historic Park, features Wi Fi throughout the venue. Situated in Point Loma district, the accommodation is set 4 km from SeaWorld San Diego Theme Park.

The hotel is set in the old part of San Diego, a few minutes away from the mile - long scenic Shelter Island Park Shoreline.

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5.9
Good
501 Reviews

The Pacific Motel

📍 1655 Pacific Highway

From 79$

Situated near Maritime Museum of San Diego, the budget Pacific Inn And Suites comprises 34 rooms within 15 minutes' walk to the centre of San Diego. 24-hour front desk assistance, housekeeping and bus tickets service as well as a golf course, a Jacuzzi and a swimming pool are on hand.

Museum of Contemporary Art is about 0.3 km from the venue, while Horton Plaza Park is 2.4 km away. The accommodation is situated in Downtown San Diego district, close to Little Italy. The historical naval aircraft carrier USS Midway Museum is also a few minutes' drive away.

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5.3
Good
305 Reviews

Travelodge By Wyndham San Diego Seaworld

📍 3275 Rosecrans Street

From 90$

Travelodge By Wyndham San Diego Seaworld, located 6 km from San Diego Zoo, features complimentary parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a golf course. Situated in Midway-Pacific Highway district, the motel is set 3 km from the private University of San Diego.

The venue is set in the old part of San Diego, a few minutes away from Old Town.

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7.6
Very good
176 Reviews

Harvey'S Motel Sdsu La Mesa San Diego

📍 7166 El Cajon Boulevard

From 90$

Harvey'S Motel Sdsu La Mesa San Diego, situated close to Al Rribat Al Aslami, offers accommodation with free self parking and a sun terrace. Peterson Gym 680 is 3.4 km from the motel, while Rolando Shopping Center is 2.2 km away.

You can get to Viejas Arena in a few minutes by car.

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6
Good
405 Reviews

Motel 6 San Diego - Mission Valley

📍 4380 Alvarado Canyon Road

From 78$

Motel 6 San Diego - Mission Valley, located not far from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, features free self-parking, a Jacuzzi and a swimming pool. This motel is less than 2.1 km from Aztec Bowl.

The property is situated 5 km from San Diego city centre and 15 km from San Diego International airport. Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala is a 15-minute walk from the venue. Motel 6 San Diego - Mission Valley is just a short drive from San Diego Zoo.

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6
Good
326 Reviews

Sunrise Inn San Diego

📍 1150 Rosecrans St

From 89$

Cabrillo Inn & Suites is 2-star accommodation with a terrace, located about 4.2 km from SeaWorld San Diego Theme Park. Featuring 18 rooms with views of the harbour, this motel is set within a short ride from the historic lighthouse "Cabrillo National Monument".

The old - style Belmont Family Amusement Park is less than 6 km away. The property is located next to San Diego Yacht Club.

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6.6
Good
529 Reviews

Harborview Inn & Suites-Convention Center-Airport-Gaslamp-Seaworld-Zoo-Balboa Park

📍 550 West Grape St

From 85$

The 2-star Harborview Inn & Suites-Convention Center-Airport-Gaslamp-Seaworld-Zoo-Balboa Park is set 4 km from Coronado Island and 2.3 km from San Diego Zoo. Business travellers will appreciate conveniences like high-speed Internet access throughout the venue and access to a xerox, a work desk and a business centre.

The city centre is about 10 minutes away on foot. The accommodation is situated in Downtown San Diego district, close to Waterfront. The hotel is only a short drive from Navy Pier.

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7.7
Very good
312 Reviews

Rodeway Inn San Ysidro Near The Border

📍 643 E San Ysidro Blvd

From 96$

The 2-star Rodeway Inn San Ysidro Near The Border San Diego is set 3.4 km from the vibrant covered Mercado Hidalgo Market and 3 km from Tijuana Wax Museum. Business travellers will enjoy such conveniences as a photocopy machine and a fax machine, in addition to free Wi-Fi available throughout the venue.

San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce is located near the accommodation, and San Diego International airport is approximately a 24-minute drive away. You can get to Tijuana Arch in a few minutes by car.

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7.8
Very good
399 Reviews

Valli Hi Motel

📍 655 West San Ysidro Blvd

From 105$

Valli Hi Motel is located 2.8 km from San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce and offers 24 hour front desk assistance, laundry and housekeeping service. The modern museum "Tijuana Cultural Center" is less than 4.7 km away.

San Ysidro Spanish Seventh Day Adventist Church is located near the property, and San Diego International airport is approximately a 21-minute drive away. You can get to Parque Teniente Guerrero in a few minutes by car.

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7.7
Very good
480 Reviews

Hotel Baja San Diego

📍 930 W San Ysidro Blvd

From 144$

Quality Inn & Suites Near The Border San Diego features free self-parking, an outdoor swimming pool and an indoor swimming pool, and lies 10 minutes' drive from the Catholic cathedral "Catedral Metropolitana de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe". El Popo Market is less than 3.1 km away.

The venue is set in the old part of San Diego, a few minutes away from Parque Teniente Guerrero.

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7.1
Good
615 Reviews

Marina Inn And Suites-Airport-Gaslamp-Zoo

📍 1943 Pacific Hwy

From 65$

Featuring a free car park and a restaurant, Marina Inn And Suites-Airport-Gaslamp-Zoo offers low-budget accommodation within 7 km from SeaWorld San Diego Theme Park. The venue is located 2 km from the centre of San Diego and a couple of minutes' drive from Petco Park Stadium.

Situated in Downtown San Diego district, the inn is set 2.6 km from San Diego Zoo. Attractions within walking distance include Maritime Museum of San Diego and Maritime Museum.

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San Diego Motels FAQ
Which Motels are popular among city visitors?
Which budget motels in San Diego are the best?
For a budget-conscious travellers to San Diego, there are 17 options for consideration. Sunrise Inn rated 7.0/10 is a good choice with a tennis court, a golf course and windsurfing on site. It's situated a 5-minute walk from Point Loma Sportfishing and offers rooms at the cost of 82US$ per night. You may also find out El Rancho Motel rated 7.8/10 at the cost of 185US$ per night. Other cheap motels: Travel Time Motel, Lodge At 32Nd and Motel 6 Mission Valley East.
What are the best San Diego accommodations to stay with a dog?
According to on-our-way-travel.com travel data, there are 11 deals to choose from. Set 700 metres from House of Blues San Diego, Downtown Lodge (rating: 6.0/10) is a perfect option with room rates from 51US$ per night. Offering an outdoor swimming pool, a golf course and concierge service, The Pacific (rating: 6.6/10) is also the best deal for 167US$ per night. Other good pet-friendly hotels are Hotel Baja, Hotel Point Loma and Knights Inn San Ysidro.

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