10 Best Motels in San Diego: Find Cheap Motels in San Diego, CA 2026

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Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Hotel Circle - Mission Valley : Stay within a 5-minute drive of University of San Diego and Marine Corps Recruit Depot. Enjoy access to the free WiFi and parking, as well as room amenities like climate control. Mission Bay Motel : Parking and a 24-hour front desk are available during your stay, along with room amenities like free toiletries. You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Mission Bay and Mission Beach. 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.

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Our top choices for San Diego motels

1. The Rambler Hotel

Chula Vista

Juanita

SAR 522 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Aug - 14 Aug

Desk, blackout drapes, WiFi (free), bed sheets

2. Motel 6 San Diego Airport - Harbor

Downtown San Diego

Milko

SAR 407 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Aug - 4 Aug

3. Crown City Inn

Coronado

Mondi

SAR 609 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sep

4. El Rancho Motel

Coronado

Jeffrey

SAR 454 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Aug - 19 Aug

5. Coronado Inn

Bayside

Kammy

SAR 814 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

6. Coronado Island Inn

Coronado

NALANI

SAR 781 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

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

National City

Charles

SAR 331 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

8. Mission Bay Motel

Pacific Beach

Juan C

SAR 337 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

Standard Room, 1 King Bed | WiFi (free), bed sheets

9. Baycities Motel

Chula Vista

Kayla

SAR 274 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

10. National City Motel

National City

Mercedes

SAR 315 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

King Suite with Ocean View | Terrace/patio

11. Los Bungalows

Imperial Beach

Xavier Jr

SAR 752 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Aug - 5 Aug

Blackout drapes, WiFi (free), bed sheets

12. Motel 6 La Mesa, CA

La Mesa

Suzanne

SAR 450 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

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

Pacific Beach

Travis

SAR 523 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

14. Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Southbay

Nestor

Adam

SAR 357 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Aug - 7 Aug

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

Mission Valley

YANELY

SAR 388 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

16. Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown

Downtown San Diego

Joshua

SAR 369 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

17. Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North

Clairemont

DHAVALKUMAR

SAR 474 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Aug - 19 Aug

18. Motel 6 Chula Vista, CA - San Diego

Chula Vista

Carla

SAR 342 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

19. Ramona Valley Inn

Ramona

William

SAR 340 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

Superior Double Room | Desk, blackout drapes, WiFi (free), bed sheets

20. Valley Motel El Cajon-San Diego

El Cajon

Jorge

SAR 299 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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Top San Diego Hotel Reviews

The Sofia Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed here for Comic Con! Was a great hotel and great central location to everything in Downtown!"

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

8/10 Good

"The property was clean and well kept as well as the rooms. The beds are especially comfortable making for a good night’s sleep. The hotel is dog friendly but there’s no good place for the dogs to do their business. It’s all asphalt. The only grassy area is up front by the office where people are checking in and out. My main complaint is that there is now only one exit from the property onto a very busy street with no traffic light. It is nearly impossible to turn left without causing a hazardous traffic situation. I don’t know why the other exits are chained off. Very frustrating."

Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

10/10 Excellent

"The entrance with the baseball bats behind the check in desk was an amazing piece of art! The hotel itself is cery clean, and it looks very fancy! The view from our balcony was AMAZING, they surprised me with a birthday cupcake and a bottle of wine! That was the cherry on top of my stay! Made me feel celebrated! 100/100"

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?

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Hotel Circle - Mission Valley: Stay within a 5-minute drive of University of San Diego and Marine Corps Recruit Depot. Enjoy access to the free WiFi and parking, as well as room amenities like climate control. Mission Bay Motel: Parking and a 24-hour front desk are available during your stay, along with room amenities like free toiletries. You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Mission Bay and Mission Beach. 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, Maritime Museum of San Diego, and Belmont Park.

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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Our top choices for San Diego motels

1. The Rambler Hotel

2. Motel 6 San Diego Airport - Harbor

3. Crown City Inn

4. El Rancho Motel

5. Coronado Inn

6. Coronado Island Inn

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

8. Mission Bay Motel

9. Baycities Motel

10. National City Motel

11. Los Bungalows

12. Motel 6 La Mesa, CA

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

14. Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Southbay

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

16. Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown

17. Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North

18. Motel 6 Chula Vista, CA - San Diego

19. Ramona Valley Inn

20. Valley Motel El Cajon-San Diego

Top San Diego Hotel Reviews

The Sofia Hotel

The Dana on Mission Bay

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Handlery Hotel

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Sheraton San Diego Resort

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Our top choices for San Diego motels

1. The Rambler Hotel

2. Motel 6 San Diego Airport - Harbor

3. Crown City Inn

4. El Rancho Motel

5. Coronado Inn

6. Coronado Island Inn

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

8. Mission Bay Motel

9. Baycities Motel

10. National City Motel

11. Los Bungalows

12. Motel 6 La Mesa, CA

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

14. Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Southbay

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

16. Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown

17. Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North

18. Motel 6 Chula Vista, CA - San Diego

19. Ramona Valley Inn

20. Valley Motel El Cajon-San Diego

Top San Diego Hotel Reviews

The Sofia Hotel

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