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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
Exterior
Lobby
Self-parking (surcharge) 20 per day
Lobby

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$134
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct

Explore the area

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1546 2nd Avenue, San Diego, CA, 92101
  • Place, Port of San Diego
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego Convention Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, San Diego Zoo
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, 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
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Desk chair
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

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

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

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

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

Highlights

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

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

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

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Desk chair
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • 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
  • ‪Cocina 35 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pappalecco - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Florentine Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Maru - ‬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.

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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

6 San Diego Downtown
Motel 6 San Diego Downtown
San Diego Downtown Motel 6
Motel Six San Diego
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San Diego Motel Six
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6 Diego, Ca Downtown Diego

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 30 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown on 12 Oct 2025 start from NZ$130.50, 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. 341 out of 1252 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 195 out of 1252 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 216 out of 1252 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 174 out of 1252 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 326 out of 1252 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

5.2/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

SANKAR

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No seating place in lobby. We reached at 1pm Had to stand for 2hrs. Towels are too small in size. AC making loud noise.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Oded

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was cheap but too dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Fe Maria

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had to go back to registration bec key card won’t open the room.on our check in day. IShe gave us the wrong room. Second day our card won’t work again. Had to go to registration again. I guess this is what you get for the price
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

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

2/10 Terrible

Paul

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Don't stay here.

Terrible experience. Wood was rotting around bathroom door. Refrigerator didn't work. Ceiling tiles appear to about to fall. Toilet didn't flush. Carpet stains down the hallway. Some lights didn't turn off in the room. TV screen burnt out and discolored.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Theodora

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was amazing, helpful, and positive and good vibe. The room was... a room. The floor was dirty still. Walls had splashes or food here and there. It was.... It did its job for the night. Bed was comfortable atleast!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Nice place to stay but no microwave or mini refrigerator
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricio

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Guest of the day wasnt sure what that was about but it gave me an upgraded room because of it. Ill be rebooking here even if it was a one time deal the price was good and the level of noise being in the city was very low for being near the busy area. The front desk staff was great helped me with all my questions and made everything swift.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sharon

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

Ghetto Motel

The pictures the have are completely Bogus. The room stunk and the flooring was coming up in the room, . My daughter had just had surgery and almost fell because of the flooring coming up. It was a horrible place, full of dogs.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Soultan, West hills

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a property was extremely disgusting no cleanness lots and lots of dust inside of our room it's not kept well and it was false advertisement compare to the pictures we've seen I don't advise anyone to go there
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michael Theodore, OCEANSIDE

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location but expensive parking, rundown and no maid service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Dessiree

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Non working AC unit, no mini fridge, but ok place to just sleep for a night out.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jordana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Pillows were too flat, bits of dirt on the sheets
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Disliked: Amenities
Old facility with little or no recent paint jobs or carpet cleaning. Was very close to downtown and clerks were extremely helpful in my navigation of a new place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place close to the pier! Close to the trains and great restaurants!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Yuji

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Constancio

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was the worst hotel ever, beds that sink and are so old, and I got sick on the first night
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Kyle

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Front desk always polite
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Socorro

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Good stay

It was pleasant but issues with water outage and clogged sink otherwise everyone was kind helpful centrally located access to all we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

jose

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
the stay in this hotel is so much fun because is in downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

GERELINE

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
the property had clean surroundings but, the carpet needed to be cleaned and for God's sake fix the thermostat and the noisy air conditioner
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Yousef

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Water was turned off for an hour without notification, so couldn't shower once turned on black water kept coming out. Slow elevator, room smelled like cig smoke, mold in the bedroom bathroom ceiling painted over. I wouldn't stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025