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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
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,008 reviews)
"Its inexpensive and bed was great."
United States
Jesse
The price is NT$2,447
NT$2,783 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Motel 6 San Diego Airport - Harbor
A dining area with outdoor seating, a sign reading "El Rancho Coronado," and a variety of flowers.

2. El Rancho Motel

El Rancho Motel
2.0 star property
Coronado
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (928 reviews)
"Cute cottage style hotel on the Main Street!"
United States
Jeffrey
The price is NT$3,478
NT$3,826 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
El Rancho 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, (2,211 reviews)
"Just a great place to stay!"
United States
Tracy
The price is NT$3,668
NT$4,243 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
The Rambler Hotel
A living room with a round table, a blue sofa, a patterned armchair, and a potted plant.

4. Crown City Inn

Crown City Inn
2.5 star property
Coronado
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (822 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Mondi
The price is NT$5,549
NT$6,104 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Crown City Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden dresser, a mirror, a window with curtains, and wall art.

5. Mission Bay Motel

Mission Bay Motel
Pacific Beach
5.6 out of 10, (239 reviews)
"Definitely would stay again great location"
United States
Qiana
The price is NT$2,931
NT$3,305 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Mission Bay Motel
A beach scene with people walking, some holding surfboards, and a building with a red roof in the background.

6. Coronado Inn

Coronado Inn
2.5 star property
Bayside
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (861 reviews)
"Old roadside motel with good sized rooms in a great location. Will stay again."
United States
Grant
The price is NT$4,809
NT$5,290 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Coronado Inn
A two-story building with a tiled roof and a balcony.

7. National City Motel

National City Motel
2.5 star property
National City
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"Nice place Nice staff"
United States
Braun
The price is NT$2,277
NT$2,504 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
National City Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a mirror.

8. Hotel Milagro

Hotel Milagro
2.0 star property
Chula Vista
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"It was nice staying there."
United States
Monalisa
The price is NT$2,419
NT$2,661 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Hotel Milagro
A parking lot with palm trees and a McDonald's restaurant in the background.

9. 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, (573 reviews)
"Staff was very nice and the room was clean. Great location"
United States
Jennifer
The price is NT$2,974
NT$3,353 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)
A wooden sign for Coronado Island Inn with a pergola and palm trees in the background.

10. Coronado Island Inn

Coronado Island Inn
2.5 star property
Coronado
7.2 out of 10, Good, (570 reviews)
"Clean Motel, with great overall location. Free bikes for use and near bus stops if prefer not to drive. Parking can be difficult for large vehicles however street parking is nearby if early enough. Staff is helpful and friendly."
United States
Nancy
The price is NT$5,344
NT$5,878 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Coronado Island Inn
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, (1,297 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
David
The price is NT$1,850
NT$2,368 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown
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.

12. Baycities Motel

Baycities Motel
2.0 star property
Chula Vista
7.2 out of 10, Good, (282 reviews)
"Shops nearby"
United States
Marquinton
The price is NT$2,220
NT$2,442 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Baycities Motel
A restaurant interior with round tables, blue cushioned chairs, large windows, and a display of snacks.

13. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"I highly reccomend this property. clean room, comphy bed, and a great location."
United States
Michael
The price is NT$2,532
NT$2,786 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Studio 6 National City, CA - Naval Base San Diego
A balcony with a view of the beach, palm trees, and a parking area.

14. Los Bungalows

Los Bungalows
2.5 star property
Imperial Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (553 reviews)
"Awsome place to stay close to the beach"
United States
Xavier Jr
The price is NT$5,076
NT$5,787 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
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
6.8 out of 10, (1,582 reviews)
"Everything look good little old building but good to sleep"
United States
Jack
The price is NT$2,902
NT$3,337 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
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, (1,002 reviews)
"Good staff and AC ✅"
United States
Maria De Los Angeles
The price is NT$2,276
NT$2,548 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Southbay
A modern hotel room with two beds, a balcony, and a desk.

17. Motel 6 La Mesa, CA

Motel 6 La Mesa, CA
2.0 star property
La Mesa
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"I loved it the rooms are Beautiful and the Staff is very friendly"
United States
Suzanne
The price is NT$3,130
NT$3,443 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Motel 6 La Mesa, CA
A courtyard with a pool, palm trees, and a building with multiple balconies and windows.

18. 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, (1,667 reviews)
"Great place"
Mexico
Alejandro
The price is NT$2,277
NT$2,603 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
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.

19. Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North
2.0 star property
Clairemont
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Super quiet area, friendly staff"
United States
Rony
The price is NT$2,942
NT$3,323 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a painting of a coastal scene, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

20. Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,060 reviews)
"Hidden gem, way better than other similarly priced hotels."
United States
Brendan
The price is NT$2,498
NT$2,748 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Motel Mediteran Escondido
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San Diego Motels information

Number of reviews
5,439
Accommodation
24 Motels
Lowest Price
NT$2,368
Highest Price
NT$6,104

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 Marine Corps Recruit Depot and Balboa Park. 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 Airport - Harbor: You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Port of San Diego and Marine Corps Recruit Depot. Free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities 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 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 walkable area, check out 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 Petco Park, San Diego Zoo, and Mission Bay. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Mission Beach, Balboa Park, and Waterfront Park. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: San Diego Air and Space Museum, Maritime Museum of San Diego, and USS Midway Museum.
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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