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Our top choices for Central San Diego motels

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a mirror, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

1. Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North
2.0 star property
Clairemont
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,012 reviews)
"Really enjoyed the stay everything was clean and check in/out was super easy"
United States
Sanie
The price is CA $122
CA $138 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - North
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a hilly landscape.

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

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Hotel Circle - Mission Valley
2.0 star property
Mission Valley
6.6 out of 10, (1,652 reviews)
"For the price it was very nice."
United States
Monica
The price is CA $116
CA $133 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Hotel Circle - Mission Valley
A dining area with outdoor seating, a sign reading "El Rancho Coronado," and a variety of flowers.

3. El Rancho Motel

El Rancho Motel
2.0 star property
Coronado
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (956 reviews)
"It is a small place but perfect for what we needed. Easy to check in and out. I'd stay again!!"
United States
ann
The price is CA $153
CA $168 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
El Rancho Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden dresser, a mirror, a window with curtains, and wall art.

4. Mission Bay Motel

Mission Bay Motel
Pacific Beach
5.4 out of 10, (323 reviews)
"Staff was super friendly and helpful. Parking was super easy and the motel was super close to the beach."
United States
Lilliana
The price is CA $101
CA $114 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Mission Bay Motel
A motel sign with a number '6' and an 'ENTER' arrow, indicating the direction to the motel.

5. Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego
2.0 star property
El Cajon
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,818 reviews)
"Would book again!"
United States
John
The price is CA $88
CA $101 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a painting of a coastal scene, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

6. Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,070 reviews)
"Wonderful staff and great location"
United States
Bob
The price is CA $92
CA $101 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Motel Mediteran Escondido
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

7. Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego

Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego
2.0 star property
El Cajon
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Room was clean, quiet & very comfortable."
United States
Lori
The price is CA $118
CA $130 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego
Lobby

8. Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
2.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,378 reviews)
"Very clean, and the staff very kind."
United States
Jeanette
The price is CA $137
CA $152 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
A room with wicker chairs, a small table, and a potted plant.

9. Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East

Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East
2.0 star property
Santee
7.6 out of 10, Good, (911 reviews)
"100 percent recommend"
United States
Melissa
The price is CA $120
CA $134 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a view of the beach and ocean through a large window.

10. Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (667 reviews)
"Nice motel, walking distance from the beach and restaurants. Family room was well equipped and clean, sand toys and boards were a nice bonus."
United States
Viachaslau
The price is CA $211
CA $232 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Moonlight Beach Motel
A retro-themed arcade with classic games, a foosball table, and a long communal table with stools.

11. The Rambler Hotel

The Rambler Hotel
3.0 star property
Chula Vista
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,214 reviews)
"Solid place to stay"
United States
Neal
The price is CA $147
CA $181 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
The Rambler Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, desk, and a small kitchenette.

12. 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, (600 reviews)
"Nice, quiet, and hidden away from the street. Great stay."
United States
merritt
The price is CA $146
CA $165 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)
A building with a blue door marked "103" and lush tropical plants surrounding it.

13. Villa Serena

Villa Serena
2.0 star property
El Cajon
6.4 out of 10, (309 reviews)
"Nice clean rooms and very friendly management."
United States
Andre
The price is CA $111
CA $122 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Villa Serena
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a microwave, and a small refrigerator.

14. Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego

Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego
2.0 star property
El Cajon
6.6 out of 10, (497 reviews)
"Clean room and easy parking"
United States
Adrian
The price is CA $120
CA $132 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego
A hotel room with two beds, a large window, and a view of the building outside.

15. Motel 6 San Diego Airport - Harbor

Motel 6 San Diego Airport - Harbor
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,016 reviews)
"It was good place tmfor a quick stay"
United States
EDWARD
The price is CA $102
CA $116 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Motel 6 San Diego Airport - Harbor
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a chair, a small desk, and two wall-mounted paintings.

16. Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (479 reviews)
"Great service, I've stayed here multiple times and never had a problem"
United States
michael
The price is CA $86
CA $95 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Escondido Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, each with a patterned bedspread, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

17. Northgate Motel

Northgate Motel
2.0 star property
El Cajon
7.8 out of 10, Good, (740 reviews)
"Loved the comfortable Beds room was really big and nice"
United States
Nyoka
The price is CA $95
CA $105 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Northgate Motel
A wooden sign for Coronado Island Inn with a pergola and palm trees in the background.

18. Coronado Island Inn

Coronado Island Inn
2.5 star property
Coronado
7.4 out of 10, Good, (593 reviews)
"Quaint spot in a good location which was centrally located within the island."
United States
Andrew
The price is CA $209
CA $230 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Coronado Island Inn
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.

19. Baycities Motel

Baycities Motel
2.0 star property
Chula Vista
7.2 out of 10, Good, (305 reviews)
"it works well for the low price. It includes parking, and there is a gas station and Popeyes just around the corner. The neighborhood is not really to walk around at night."
Mexico
Javier Alejandro
The price is CA $95
CA $104 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Baycities Motel
A hotel entrance with a covered patio, large windows, and potted plants.

20. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
2.5 star property
Escondido
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"The staff was so helpful. Great place to stay if you are going to the Safari Park."
United States
Jared
The price is CA $182
CA $200 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
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Top Central San Diego Hotel Reviews

Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel

Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Loved it"
Monica 1-night trip
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Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel

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Central San Diego Motels information

Number of reviews
13,198
Accommodation
2 Motels
Lowest Price
CA $95
Highest Price
CA $232

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