"The motel badly needed maintenance. Our room was above the laundry room and was always hot. There was no carpet, and the tiles were peeling off the floor. The parking lot was small. I won't stay here again.2018-12-06"
"Convenient to downtown, Balboa Park, SeaWorld, Fashion Valley Mall, and many other attractions. The room rate was reasonable and included WiFi and continental breakfast. The room was clean, quiet, and comfortable. The only downside was that I lost an item of clothing that I assume was gathered up with the laundry, and the hotel staff was unable to locate it. The breakfast room got crowded, so go early. I definitely recommend this motel to anyone looking for an inexpensive place to sleep.2015-07-08"
"Good value. The hotel grounds were attractive, and the room was clean. Good service. The WiFi went out in the morning.2021-11-13"
"Nice hotel.2018-08-22"
"There were crickets and cobwebs in my hotel room.2018-04-19"
"The hotel was clean, reasonably priced, and conveniently located. Wonderful garden. Great place to stay.2016-12-24"
"Centrally located. Nice price. The 1st room had the loudest toilet I've ever heard, and the soundproofing was poor. I was moved to another room that was much quieter. Ask for a room on the upper level at the end of the building. Give this hotel a try.2016-10-17"
"The hotel was quiet, and the staff was friendly and accommodating. Stay here.2019-07-24"
"The room was clean and quiet, and the hotel staff was nice. Beautiful pool. Parking cost $10, and there was no continental breakfast.2019-03-22"
"The hotel room was comfortable and had good amenities. The only problem was that turning off the main light also turned off the TV. Friendly, informative check-in clerk.2018-02-26"
"Clean hotel with courteous employees. Parking was tight.2016-04-24"
"Check-in was a nightmare since I was paying for a friend's room. The hotel staff wanted a copy of my credit card e-mailed to them. Don't stay here.2019-10-03"
"Our stay at this hotel was the best we've had. The service and breakfast were great.2019-09-24"
"The hotel was extremely clean, and the staff was friendly.2015-08-06"
"I loved the room. Check this hotel out.2021-09-04"
"The motel was run-down and in need of repair. The front desk clerk gave me incorrect directions. The only positive was that the place was clean. The bag breakfast was a joke. Find another place to stay.2021-07-10"
"Good location. The beds were comfortable, and the continental breakfast was terrific. The hotel does charge for parking.2019-09-22"
"We had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The room was cozy and comfortable, but more pillows would've been nice.2019-01-16"
"A party started at 10:30 PM; I called the hotel clerk about it, but the noise continued until 2:30 AM. I wasn't happy.2018-02-20"
"Good rates. The hotel room was clean, and everything was perfect. Fast check-in. I can't wait to go back.2021-11-08"
"I wasn't satisfied with the quality of this hotel. The hospitality was fine, but the carpet was dirty and hadn't been vacuumed, and the AC didn't work well. There was mold on the shower wall. I should have stayed in my car.2021-08-28"
"Hotel room was small but clean. Nice pool area and restaurant.2015-02-22"
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
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- 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
"The hotel was nice and clean, and I loved that pets were allowed. The staff was friendly. I did have to pay for parking. No keyed re-entry to the stairwells, so if your room is at the end of the hall, you have to go back to the elevator to re-enter.2018-09-26"
"Close to the trolley, so it was easy to get around and get to SDCCU Stadium. There was a Food For Less within walking distance. Good hotel overall. The room had a fridge and microwave.2019-01-06"
"Easy access to downtown and the stadium, and the trolley was just across the street. The hotel staff was friendly and helpful. Great place to stay.2016-12-30"
"Clean hotel. The room was nicely decorated.2015-12-24"
"Good location. Room was nice and very quiet. Great service.2015-01-22"
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
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- 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
"Nice hotel overall. The room and grounds were lovely. But my phone never worked, and the repairman couldn't fix it. They didn't speak English well and implied it was a wiring issue. I had to move the coffee maker since there was no electrical outlet nearby. There was a large clump of hair in the bathtub.2019-02-26"
"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"
"I had a very pleasant stay at this hotel.2016-02-24"
"Convenient location and good amenities. There was some highway noise. The hotel staff was helpful, and breakfast was good.2016-02-24"
"The hotel was fresh and clean, and check-in was easy and friendly. Breakfast was included, and the attendant did an amazing job. There was even an airport shuttle. We'd stay here again.2022-05-15"
"The hotel was clean and convenient to MCRD. Shampoo, conditioner, body wash and a hair dryer were all provided.2022-02-27"
"Convenient to MCRD and the airport. Not within walking distance of Old Town. The hotel was clean, and the front desk staff was nice. The parking spots were tiny.2021-09-21"
"The shuttle service was outstanding. I definitely recommend this hotel.2019-12-21"
"The hotel was convenient to the airport, and the room was nice, clean, and comfortable. Good, abundant breakfast. I recommend staying here.2019-07-17"
"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"
"I had a pleasant hotel stay. Go for it.2017-07-18"
"The hotel was conveniently located and cost-conscious. Take advantage of the breakfast; it was excellent.2016-10-20"
Pet friendly hotel
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- 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
"I arrived late, and there was nobody at the desk to check me in. The room smelled like smoke. No dishes or utensils in the kitchen, and no hair dryer in the bathroom. Don't stay here.2018-08-07"
"Good experience, but there was no wine bottle opener at the motel.2015-10-15"
"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"
We order the hotels on this page by how close they are to this attraction.
Most of our competitors order these same hotels in other ways that make them more money.
How Do We Define Motel?
To us, motels are smaller lodgings that have rooms you can enter directly from the parking area.
At hotels, on the other hand, you can enter your room only through a hall inside the building.
Hotel Booking Tips
Beware of non-refundable reservations that could cost you a lot of money if you change or cancel them. +Non-refundable reservations are a gamble that will usually save you less than $10. If you make a $90 non-refundable reservation instead of a $100 refundable booking, you are betting $90 to win $10. Would you do that in Las Vegas? -
Don't assume you can cancel a non-refundable reservation without penalty if you notify the hotel weeks or even months in advance. +Often you cannot because some hotels' profit strategy is to get paid more than once for the same room for the same night. -
Always read cancellation policies carefully before you make a reservation. + When is the latest date and time you can cancel without penalty? - More >
When you make a reservation, you will receive a confirmation email. Take a copy with you to the hotel.
The earlier in the afternoon you check into a hotel, the more likely you will get a room or suite that matches your preferences.