The Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, MCRDSD, is in southern California near the San Diego Airport. The main gate is just off I-5, Exit 18B on West Washington Street. The closest hotels are north and south of the airport along I-5.
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"Nice hotel staff, and the service was good.2023-10-21"
"The hotel shuttle only went to the airport, the marine base, and Old Town. I had to arrange my own transportation to the USS Midway and the zoo. Ask for a room away from the freeway.2023-09-15"
"From the airport shuttle to the hotel, all the employees were so nice, and the property was clean. The shuttle took us everywhere we needed to go, and the drivers were informative. Great pool, and we were able to do our laundry. You can't beat this place for price and accommodations. Stay here.2023-06-21"
"Good location near MCRD, restaurants, and the freeway. The hotel staff was helpful and friendly. Use ear plugs if your room is on the freeway side of the building.2023-09-23"
"The room was clean, and all the rooms had new mattresses. The front desk clerk was friendly and helpful. Not a luxury hotel, but it was comfortable enough. Nice pool. There were some maintenance issues, though, and the shower controls were backwards.2020-01-08"
"The hotel room was clean, spacious, and had a fridge and coffee maker. 2019-04-08"
"Don't expect any bells or whistles at this hotel. Convenient to MCRD, but there was a spiked fence around the lattice fence surrounding the upstairs balcony. The room reminded me of military barracks. The staff was friendly. Be careful leaving the parking garage; the incline scraped the bottom of my car. OK if you're budget-minded, but don't stay here if you want semi-luxury.2017-09-20"
"Close to Old San Diego. Hotel was clean, quiet, and comfortable. Plenty of hot water for showers. We left an item behind, and the staff promptly mailed it to us. We stayed 3 days and would stay again.2015-03-23"
"The motel was beautiful, and the staff was superb. I definitely plan to return.2022-06-22"
"The motel staff was so friendly. There was a lot to see within walking distance.2022-01-25"
"The motel reeked of sewage, which backed up into the sink and made our room smell awful. The bathroom was inoperable. We checked out. The front desk clerk offered us $18 to compensate us for parking. Don't stay here.2016-12-14"
Budget, smoke-free, all-suite, extended-stay hotel
5 miles north of San Diego Airport
3 floors, 166 suites - elevator
No swimming pool
Kitchen in every suite
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
Parking costs $15 per night
Pet friendly hotel
More > - Allows up to medium-sized pets only, 2 pets per room - $25 per night fee for each pet - $150 maximum per stay fee for each pet. - May 2019 < Less
"The motel was clean and comfortable, and the staff was accommodating. We had an early flight, and there was no food available for breakfast at that time. Go for it.2022-07-18"
"I was disappointed that the hotel didn't provide daily housekeeping. Bring your own towels.2022-01-17"
"One of the key cards didn't work. The shower faucet ran; I told the front desk, but it wasn't repaired. Find another motel.2021-09-04"
"Great motel for the price. It was just fine for an overnight stay.2019-09-23"
"The hallway smelled like smoke, and I heard slamming doors throughout the night. There was a gap at the bottom of my room door, so I didn't get much sleep. There was a Starbucks and a lounge next door. Don't bring a pet to this motel, and don't expect to sleep.2016-04-01"
"Our room was right next to the freeway, so the traffic noise was loud. The shower light had a leak, and the fluid was a strange color. Don't stay at this hotel.2021-06-14"
"An outstanding hotel. Stay here.2019-01-30"
"We didn't want housekeeping our 1st morning, but our room was never serviced and we never got fresh towels; I had to find a housekeeper and request some. Breakfast wasn't that good. We were disappointed.2018-03-05"
"The room was spacious, and breakfast was good. The staff wasn't consistently customer service-oriented, though. We tried calling for hours to inform the staff we'd be arriving late, but we were never able to get through. When we arrived, the hotel clerk said she'd used the phone and it worked fine. The heating and cooling unit was so loud it interrupted our sleep. Never got our requested wake-up call. Even though the room rates weren't cheap, we also had to pay for parking. We won't return.2018-12-05"
"I enjoyed staying at this hotel.2018-08-09"
"The hotel was clean and nicely updated. Good hospitality. The only disappointment was the cable TV didn't work. I recommend staying here.2017-11-13"
Midscale, smoke-free, all-suite, extended-stay hotel
In Hotel Circle - close to Old Town San Diego
3 floors, 50 suites - elevator
No swimming pool
24-hour exercise room
Kitchen in every suite
Free WiFi
Free parking
Pet friendly hotel
More > - allows pets up to 80 pounds, 2 pets per room - $150 per fee if staying 7 nights or more for each pet - $75 pet fee if staying fewer than 7 nights for each pet. - Apr 2016 < Less
"Good experience. The hotel was close to the airport and downtown, and was easy to find. The room was nice and clean. The staff was friendly and pre-checked us in and stored our luggage after we got off the cruise ship. Nice walks in the area. I didn't like the grab and go breakfast.2022-01-18"
"The heater in my hotel room didn't work. It took 3 calls and 2 hours before it was fixed, and then it wouldn't stop running. I ended up turning it off and had to open the patio door to cool the room off.2023-11-11"
"The restaurant wasn't open during posted hours, but I recommend this hotel.2022-01-17"
"Great location for getting to the cruise port. Close to Midway Museum, too. 2017-12-26"
"About a 45-minute walk from downtown, and there was nothing in the area. My king marina view room was amazing. However, I asked for a room change the 2nd night because of a crying baby in the room next door and ended up in a room above the front door of the hotel facing the street. Wonderful hotel clerks and manager.2022-03-11"
"The hotel was clean and quiet, and the staff was friendly.2021-12-06"
"The hotel was well-run, and the room was quiet and clean. The employees were most gracious and helpful. Limited food options at the restaurant. Park and fly was available, and my truck was totally safe while we were gone. The shuttle was handy, and the service was great.2021-11-23"
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