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Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown

2.0 star property
Motel with a 24-hour front desk, near Port of San Diego

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby
Lobby
Property grounds
Exterior

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$168
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug

Explore the area

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1546 2nd Avenue, San Diego, CA, 92101
  • Port of San Diego
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • San Diego Convention Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • San Diego Zoo
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Cable channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Cable channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Premium Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Cable channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Cable channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Cable channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

San Diego

At Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of popular places like Port of San Diego and San Diego Convention Center. Highlights at this motel include in-room free WiFi and LCD TVs. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a lift. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 20-minute walk of this Downtown San Diego motel include Waterfront Park and San Diego Bay.
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What's nearby

  • Port of San Diego - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • USS Midway Museum - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Petco Park - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 3 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Civic Center Station - 7 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 14 min walk
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Extraordinary Desserts - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pappalecco - ‬5 min walk
  • Florentine Kitchen
  • ‪Al Teatro Panini Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Adore Coffee House - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown

Motel with a 24-hour front desk, near Port of San Diego
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown also features a vending machine, laundry facilities, and a lift. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This San Diego motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 105 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Deli
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown offers 105 accommodations. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

This San Diego motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and change of towels can be requested.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Uncovered parking on site (USD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways (86 centimetre high)
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (107 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Maximum 2 pets

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:

  • Utility fee: USD 2 per accommodation, per night

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.

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: USD 20 per day (in/out privileges)

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6)
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Carte Blanche, debit cards and cash.
    This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6) guidelines.

We should mention

  • 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

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Motel Six San Diego
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown?

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown?

As of 15 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown on 17 Aug 2025 start from NZ$164.54, 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 Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown?

Yep, Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown has an uncovered self car park with in/out privileges for USD 20 per day. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown?

The closest beach to Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown is Mission Beach (10 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown?

No, Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 332 out of 1216 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 199 out of 1216 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 217 out of 1216 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 168 out of 1216 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 300 out of 1216 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

5.4/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Maria

Travelled with pets, Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
The motel has a dated appearance from the outside, with worn walls and carpeting in the hallways. All rooms feature queen-size beds, providing a comfortable stay. However, since not all rooms have been renovated, we needed to switch rooms. The pricing was reasonable during Cinco de Mayo weekend, especially compared to other hotels that were charging double or even triple their usual rates. One major perk—the motel is pet-friendly, and there are no extra fees for bringing along furry companions!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

safe to say i did not stay there that night.

The room didn't have any working air just a window to open. Located around the window was black mold. the privacy curtain at the window was plastic and was recking of cigarette smoke.The furniture was peeling apart and the corner couch wasn't accommodable. The floor was sticky and the sink drain was clogged with trash. There was a homeless man sleeping outside the main door. unsafe area. safe to say i did not stay there that night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

DANIEL

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

6/10 Okay

Carlin

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Erick

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Raymond

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Steve, Costa Mesa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Okay place. Affordable though
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are incredible. Thank you, Yoli for your great service.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony, Ripon

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
It meet my expectations and the staff was great. Will consider going there again. A refresh is due.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

paul

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Nice for price

Good deal for the price. Need to fix ice machine
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jesus

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Did not like this property. The rooms were outdated, not clean, tv did not work, shower curtain rod broken. Contantly problems with the room card. Room was not cleaned up.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Kellz

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Motel 6 where they didn't leave the light on

Was asked for 30 $ to check in Early an I never was asked for money to check in at any motel ever especially when they had rooms available... I didn't get on the top floor as requested I was put on a bottom floor where the window didn't lock so very un safe for a woman 👠 staying alone
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Alexius

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Gave us wrong room key but after that fix everything else was chill
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eliseo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the last 2 years each month for sevearl days this motel has given me an opportunity to feel a sense of normalness , stability, and grounding which my current living dituation has unfortunately deprived me of. The staff is always friendly, helpful and often go far above and beyond to ensure as a guest youll feel that you matter and any special needs can be accomidated, WHICH IS EXTREMELY APPRECIATED!! This motel will ALWAYS BE my home away from home.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Zahra

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

KE

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The pictures on the website do not match the reality. The bedding in the corridor and room has a strong smell of cigarettes. It is very itchy when I cover myself with the quilt. There is also a very strong smell of cigarettes. Someone was taking drugs in the middle of the night. The room was filled with the smell of marijuana. Parking is written as free, but it actually costs $20 to park a night. I will not stay here again. I hope you will not recommend such a place to me again. I am very disappointed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Maria Inez

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Nerses

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
I can't explain, so please is not good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosalinda

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosalinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosalinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the stafff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient area
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Marcus

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was not clean or well kept.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025