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Del Mar Beach Hotel, hotel in San Diego

Facing the Pacific Ocean in Del Mar California, this beachfront motel offers guest parking, a picnic area and use of beach amenities. Each guest room includes a 60-inch cable TV.

Great location right on the beach offering plenty of comfortable, stylish seating on the patio to enjoy the view. Easy walk into town for a meal.
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated superb
Superb
503 reviews
Price from£270.18per night
Berkshire Motor Hotel, hotel in San Diego

Berkshire Motor Hotel is conveniently located on El Cajon Boulevard in San Diego. All rooms feature free WiFi. North Park, Park Boulevard and Adams Avenue are all less than 5 minutes' drive away.

It was clean, comfortable bed.
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very good
1,159 reviews
Price from£103.20per night
El Rancho Motel, hotel in San Diego

El Rancho Motel is located in Coronado. It features guest rooms with free WiFi access. Coronado Ferry Landing Shopping Center is just 400 metres away.

There was no breakfast supplied
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very good
277 reviews
Price from£145.16per night
Baymont by Wyndham San Diego Downtown, hotel in San Diego

Located in Central San Diego, this completely non-smoking motel offers traditionally furnished guest rooms equipped with free WiFi. San Diego International Airport is 4.8 km away.

1st, both rooms that you guys assigned to us smells bad. Rooms have ants and the bathroom it seems like theirs a quick sand in the shower that needs to fix it. Front desk agent seems like racist., the first night we check in, the guy who assist us it seems like he do not know anything about supplies we are requesting. They’re not friendly n approachable. No customer service at all. The 2nd night we requested a 2 toilet paper he gave us 1, i told him we are 2 families and he gave us used toilet paper it seems like we are stupid you are giving us used toilet paper almost nothing. Fyi, you should not telling to the guest that you do not anything and to think how much is 1 night and you can not afford to buy supplies for your guest. What an insult. Resolved the issue before you say you do not have supplies. The mid shift guy needs more training if you do not know what kind of reason that you will give to your guest and thats unacceptable. Next tine find a way to resolved the issue. How you gonna win back your guest if thats the way you answer your guest. Thanks anyway but i cannot recommend your hotel or suites how you called. Poor service and needs more training to your hispanic FRONT DESK AGENT.
Scored 6.8
6.8
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
1,809 reviews
Price from£80.09per night
EZ 8 Motel Old Town, hotel in San Diego

Featuring a seasonal outdoor pool and hot tub, this San Diego motel offers a cable TV with HBO film channels in every room. San Diego International Airport is just 10 minutes' drive away.

Nothing
Scored 5.6
5.6
Rated okay
Above average
3,116 reviews
Price from£76.83per night
The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo, hotel in San Diego

San Diego International Airport is 10 minutes' drive from The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo, which offers an outdoor pool with cabanas and a 10-person hot tub.

The location
Scored 7.4
7.4
Rated good
Good
2,184 reviews
Price from£136.10per night
Hotel Point Loma, hotel in San Diego

Conveniently located just 5 minutes’ drive from San Diego International Airport, Hotel Point Loma offers comfortable accommodations furnished with free WiFi.

The hotel is in. a wonderful position, in the Point Loma peninsula, a few miles from Cabrillo NM. Easy parking on the premise, it allows you to reach every significant touristic point of San Diego in minutes!
Scored 7.1
7.1
Rated good
Good
462 reviews
Price from£102.68per night
Old Town Western Inn, hotel in San Diego

Located off Interstate-5, this inn is 3 miles from Sea World theme park and the San Diego International Airport. It features classic rooms with free Wi-Fi and serves a daily continental breakfast.

Large room, reasonable location. We were allowed to leave our luggage as we arrived early.
Scored 6.9
6.9
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
400 reviews
Price from£101.99per night
PB Surf Beachside Inn, hotel in San Diego

Just a half-block from Pacific Beach, this San Diego hotel offers spacious guest rooms with cable TV included.

Great location, especially for price.
Scored 7.2
7.2
Rated good
Good
275 reviews
Price from£94.05per night
Hotel Aqua Mar, hotel in San Diego

Only 2 miles from San Diego International Airport, this motel features boutique style rooms with free Wi-Fi. Cable TV is available in each air-conditioned room at Hotel Aqua Mar.

The staff were friendly but that's as far as it goes.
Scored 6.1
6.1
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
829 reviews
Price from£94.05per night
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  • Baymont by Wyndham San Diego Downtown
    Scored 6.8
    6.8
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 1,809 reviews

    Located in Central San Diego, this completely non-smoking motel offers traditionally furnished guest rooms equipped with free WiFi. San Diego International Airport is 4.8 km away.

    Great location! Nice rooms! Good customer service!

  • Old Town Western Inn
    Scored 6.9
    6.9
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 400 reviews

    Located off Interstate-5, this inn is 3 miles from Sea World theme park and the San Diego International Airport. It features classic rooms with free Wi-Fi and serves a daily continental breakfast.

    The bathroom, the heater and the fresh baked pancakes

  • Berkshire Motor Hotel
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,161 reviews

    Berkshire Motor Hotel is conveniently located on El Cajon Boulevard in San Diego. All rooms feature free WiFi. North Park, Park Boulevard and Adams Avenue are all less than 5 minutes' drive away.

    Perfect for visiting breweries I wanted to walk to.

  • El Rancho Motel
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 277 reviews

    El Rancho Motel is located in Coronado. It features guest rooms with free WiFi access. Coronado Ferry Landing Shopping Center is just 400 metres away.

    From the grounds to the bungalow it was perfection!

  • Solis Place in Old Town
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 57 reviews

    Set in San Diego and within 1.1 km of Old Town San Diego State Historic Park, Solis Place in Old Town has a tennis court, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    good store with nice friendly people on the corner.

  • Lodge at 32nd
    Breakfast options
    Scored 7.4
    7.4
    Rated good
    Good
     · 204 reviews

    Lodge at 32nd is located in San Diego, 5.1 km from San Diego Zoo and 5.1 km from San Diego Convention Center.

    it was quiet even though there was a highway nearby

  • Travel Time Motel
    Scored 5.1
    5.1
    Rated passable
    Average
     · 50 reviews

    Travel Time Motel is located in San Diego. Free Wi-Fi is available in each guest room and guests can enjoy the manicured grounds. Cable TV is offered in each guest room at the Motel Travel Time.

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  • EZ 8 Motel Old Town
    Budget options available
    Scored 5.6
    5.6
    Rated okay
    Above average
     · 3,116 reviews

    Featuring a seasonal outdoor pool and hot tub, this San Diego motel offers a cable TV with HBO film channels in every room. San Diego International Airport is just 10 minutes' drive away.

    You get what you paid for nothing else nothing less

  • Hotel Aqua Mar
    Budget options available
    Scored 6.1
    6.1
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 829 reviews

    Only 2 miles from San Diego International Airport, this motel features boutique style rooms with free Wi-Fi. Cable TV is available in each air-conditioned room at Hotel Aqua Mar.

    L'emplacement est proche des parcs c'est propre

  • Downtown San Diego Lodge
    Scored 5.9
    5.9
    Rated okay
    Above average
     · 451 reviews

    Conveniently located 1.9 km walk from the San Diego Convention Center, this centrally located hotel offers free guest parking along with free WiFi in every room.

    No breakfast! Staff were very friendly and helpful.

  • Travelodge by Wyndham San Diego SeaWorld
    Scored 5.8
    5.8
    Rated okay
    Above average
     · 435 reviews

    Located in San Diego, Travelodge by Wyndham San Diego SeaWorld is within 10 minutes' drive to SeaWorld and Torero Stadium. The motel offers rooms with free WiFi.

    Loved the location and the room Was clean and comfy

  • Harborview Inn & Suites-Convention Center-Airport-Gaslamp-Seaworld-Zoo-Balboa Park
    Scored 6.5
    6.5
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 535 reviews

    Located in the heart of San Diego's Little Italy, this hotel is than 4 km from Petco Park, the Gaslamp District and the Convention Center. Free WiFi access is available.

    Location, staff, room, ease of checking in, free parking

Great access to the city centre! Check these motels in San Diego

  • Del Mar Beach Hotel
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 503 reviews

    Facing the Pacific Ocean in Del Mar California, this beachfront motel offers guest parking, a picnic area and use of beach amenities. Each guest room includes a 60-inch cable TV.

    Location!!! Loved the bikes (free) Comfortable bed Free coffee

  • The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
    Scored 7.4
    7.4
    Rated good
    Good
     · 2,184 reviews

    San Diego International Airport is 10 minutes' drive from The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo, which offers an outdoor pool with cabanas and a 10-person hot tub.

    I like the room location and the size of the room.

  • Harvey's Motel SDSU La Mesa San Diego
    Scored 7.4
    7.4
    Rated good
    Good
     · 233 reviews

    Located off Interstate 8, this San Diego motel offers rooms with free Wi-Fi and a cable TV. San Diego State University is 5 minutes' drive away.

    Its in good shape, clean and staff is available on the spot

  • PB Surf Beachside Inn
    Scored 7.2
    7.2
    Rated good
    Good
     · 275 reviews

    Just a half-block from Pacific Beach, this San Diego hotel offers spacious guest rooms with cable TV included.

    The location is amazing and the staff was helpful.

  • Hotel Point Loma
    Scored 7.1
    7.1
    Rated good
    Good
     · 462 reviews

    Conveniently located just 5 minutes’ drive from San Diego International Airport, Hotel Point Loma offers comfortable accommodations furnished with free WiFi.

    Enjoyed the privacy and being close to the .marina

  • Sunrise Inn San Diego
    Scored 5.2
    5.2
    Rated passable
    Average
     · 715 reviews

    Located 1.6 km away from San Diego’s scenic Shelter Island and San Diego International Airport, Sunrise Inn San Diego features guest rooms with free WiFi. Free parking is provided to guests.

    Cute Lil quite place decently clean very friendly staff

  • Ace Budget Motel
    Scored 3.8
    3.8
    Rated poor
    Poor
     · 38 reviews

    Ace Budget Motel is located in San Diego, 3.6 km from San Diego State University and 12 km from San Diego Zoo.

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  • Avg. price/night: £121.32
    Scored 7.1
    7.1
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,239 reviews
    Comfortable small room with TV, fridge, decent bath and ac/fan working. Was clean and safe with all the basics covered for a nice nights stay. Also free parking, which not every motel offers and nice staff.
    Kirk
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £92.50
    Scored 6.4
    6.4
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 501 reviews
    I like the location and the continental breakfast. I’m not sure if they still do it, but I loved it when they did. They made sure to fulfill my request of downstairs room on front side of the motel. It is a clean hotel, but could use a few upgrades.
    Tammie
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £119.82
    Scored 6.8
    6.8
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 4,678 reviews
    We had an early flight so the location near the airport was a plus, as was the free parking and free WI-FI. The complimentary breakfast was rather minimal but it did the job. However, the breakfast room was way too small for the size of the motel. This is an economy motel so I didn't expect luxurious furnishings, but the room was clean and the mattress extremely comfortable, so no complaints in that respect.
    Anne
    Young couple
  • Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 2,854 reviews
    Very good motel in a convenient posizion for visiting (by car) all the main sites of San Diego. Quiet, well cleaned bedroom , good Wifi. Free parking on the Road next the motel. Definitely good choice
    Alessandro
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £188.75
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 4,014 reviews
    Quaint motel with complimentary coffee in the lobby. Free parking and located really near Old Town Transit Centre. Rooms are ideal size and bathroom hidden behind a partition wall. Two sinks. Little bath. Fixed shower..plenty of hot water. Lovely pool on site was heated to 80f. Staff really helpful and breakfast was standard complimentary fare. So good we booked a 2nd night. Good job folks!
    Wendy
    Family with young children
  • Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 101 reviews
    We loved this apartment. It was huge, spotlessly clean and had everything we needed. The location is good and we walked everywhere, except to Old Town which was just too far. We got an Uber there. The bed was very comfortable. We easily found free parking on the road outside, that runs alongside the park.
    Estelle
    Young couple
  • Scored 7.0
    7.0
    Rated good
    Good
     · 773 reviews
    Free parking was a bonus. The breakfast provided was basic but appreciated. San Diego Old Town was about a 15 minute drive away from the motel and there were several restaurants within walking distance.
    Stephanie
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £137.57
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 4,597 reviews
    - Free parking at hotel - Clean room , with silent A/C ,but with bad lighting as in every US motel/hotel - Pool was properly maintained. - Breakfast was small but sufficient: eggs , bacon ,cereal , bread , cake ,coffee ,juice... - Good location, restaurants nearby and away from the busy centre but not far .
    Sem
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £188.75
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 4,014 reviews
    Perfect value for a night in San Diego! The beautiful colonial-style building is located next to Old Town, full of bars and restaurants. The room was spacious, clean and had the necessary motel amenities. Free parking and great breakfast. Super eelcoming staff. Overall, really recommended.
    Laura
    Young couple
  • Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 2,854 reviews
    Nice little motel located on the side of the highway. Nothing spectacular, but a better version of your typical roadside motel, with large clean rooms, nice swimming pool and attentive staff. Good and affordable choice of accommodation if you’re visiting San Diego for a couple of nights. Free parking. Breakfast options on site.
    Spyridon
    Solo traveller

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