The Rambler

3.0 star property
Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of Chula Vista Municipal Golf Course - Mountain

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Arcade
Front of property
Bay View King Suite | Living area
Memory-foam beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool loungers

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
The current price is NZ$142
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec

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225 Bay Blvd, Chula Vista, CA, 91910
  • Place, Chula Vista Center
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego Bay
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Chula Vista Bayside Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

Standard King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Memory foam bed
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Satellite channels
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Queen/ Queen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(133 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Memory foam bed
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Satellite channels
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Queen/ Queen Plus

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(102 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Memory foam bed
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

King +

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(109 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Memory foam bed
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

King ADA

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Memory foam bed
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Satellite channels
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Bay View King Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Memory foam bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Chula Vista

At The Rambler, you'll be 9.1 km (5.6 mi) from Chula Vista Municipal Golf Course - Mountain and 11 km (6.8 mi) from Petco Park. Highlights at this motel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .For a drink, you can stop by the motel's own lounge bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour business centre and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning to-go breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Chula Vista motel include San Diego Convention Center and Balboa Park.

What's nearby

  • Chula Vista Center - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • San Diego Bay - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Chula Vista Bayside Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Living Coast Discovery Center - 3 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Bayfront - E St. Trolley Station - 5 min walk
  • Old Town Transit Center - 16 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Growlers Sports Bar & Taproom - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Roberto's Taco Shop - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Rambler

Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of Chula Vista Municipal Golf Course - Mountain
The Rambler offers its guests an outdoor pool and complimentary bicycles. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

There's an onsite 24-hour business centre. An arcade/games room, multilingual staff, and a picnic area are also featured at the business-friendly The Rambler. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Chula Vista motel is smoke free.

  • 117 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Games room or arcade
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Rambler offers 117 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a hairdryer and free toiletries. Beds feature memory foam mattresses. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

This Chula Vista motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered once per stay and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily breakfast to-go available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 6 to 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Rambler Coffee

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Late-night room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 100 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately USD 6 to 15 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Prepaid credit cards are not accepted for any bookings
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Prepaid credit cards are not accepted for any bookings. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Chula Vista Good Nite Inn
Rambler Motel Chula Vista
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Good Nite Inn San Diego South Bay Hotel Chula Vista
Good Nite Inn Chula Vista Motel
Rambler Chula Vista
The Rambler Motel Motel
The Rambler Motel Chula Vista
The Rambler Motel Motel Chula Vista

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Rambler?

The Rambler offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Rambler?

As of 12 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Rambler on 15 Dec 2025 start from NZ$141.96, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Rambler?

Yep, The Rambler has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Rambler?

The closest beach to The Rambler is Coronado Beach (9.5 km).

Does The Rambler have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! The Rambler has a heated pool and an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

What makes The Rambler a romantic place to stay?

Romance packages and a lounge bar, as well as memory foam beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Rambler.

Does The Rambler serve breakfast?

Sure does, to-go brekkie is on offer daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Rambler?

No, The Rambler does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Rambler?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Rambler?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Rambler?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Reviews

The Rambler Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1358 out of 1991 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 415 out of 1991 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 126 out of 1991 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 1991 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 1991 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Fun

Fun decoration and atmosphere, helpful staff. Unfortunately the mattress did not get along with my back -- way too soft.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for 6 days. We really enjoyed our stay. I can’t say enough about how amazing this Motel is. Clean, easy check in, staff was fantastic. Friendly and helpful. Room was very clean. Beds were amazing. I usually have a hard time sleeping at new places. The beds were so comfortable. I fell asleep easily every night. And the towels were the softest I have ever used at a Motel. We will definitely stay here when we come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia, NEW PORT RICHEY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property with excellent themes in the rooms. Location is great, coffee shop solid and pool was nice. Overall great experience only hiccup was the fact that they charged me for one night for every room in advance even though we had the reserve now pay at property option selected, had to pay the remainder once we arrived, made it complicated when reserving for multiple rooms, had to figure out the payment situation since we were a large group.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beds are super comfy. The pool area has a cool vibe with games and a fire pit. The chairs are comfy, nice quality, well maintained. The cafe was adorable and super fun for kids and adults! The motel itself has no frills but has a great, relaxing vibe.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emilio

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great. Even though it’s next to the freeway, it was quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Oscar

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The bed
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Terri

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

andrea

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Duncan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
good
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elleanna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juliana

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Family friendly. Friendly staff. Great service. The cafe has great options plus you get 30% off. It was a quick and easy check in and check out process.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing!

This is a fun family hotel with quiet peacefulness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Efren

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good Coffee Shop!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kammy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay

Just an over night stay but the beds were comfortable, the room is simple but it was clean and cute, the staff was friendly and helpful. We borrowed the bikes and went on a bike ride before we checked out. There are nice bike paths and the ocean is a few minutes away. We just got drinks at the cafe but they were good the staff in the cafe was friendly. I would stay there again..
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Silvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malaika

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and hotel were great. My boyfriend and I were very happy with our stay. We loved the pool and cafe. I didn't get to check it out, but I saw they had Saturday night movies by the pool.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025