San Diego Downtown Lodge

2.0 star property

Photo gallery for San Diego Downtown Lodge

A historic streetcar at the entrance to the Historic Heart of San Diego.
A room with two tufted armchairs, a side table with a lamp, a framed abstract artwork, and a window with a view of greenery.
A hotel room with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a telephone, a mirror, and a microwave.
A corridor with doors numbered 201 to 205, white brick walls, and a window on the left.
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$191
includes taxes & fees
29 July - 30 July

Explore the area

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1345 10th Avenue, San Diego, CA, 92101
  • Place, San Diego City College
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Balboa Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego Convention Center
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free Wi-Fi

Run of the House

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

San Diego

San Diego Downtown Lodge places you in the centre of San Diego, within a short 5-minute stroll of San Diego City College and Copley Symphony Hall. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi and LCD TVs. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Additionally, you'll find coffee/tea in a common area, express check-in and express check-out. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this Downtown San Diego hotel include Balboa Park and Petco Park.

What's nearby

  • San Diego City College - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Balboa Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Petco Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • USS Midway Museum - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • City College Trolley Station - 7 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 8 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Roxy’s Tacos - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Del Taco - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cocina 35 - ‬5 min walk

About this property

San Diego Downtown Lodge

As a guest of San Diego Downtown Lodge, you'll find a vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly San Diego Downtown Lodge also features coffee/tea in common area, concierge services, and express check-in. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This San Diego hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • No smoking on site
San Diego Downtown Lodge offers 32 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered once per stay. Amenities available on request include an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking; discounts available
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • In a state park

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance 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

  • Pets: USD 27.62 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays 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:

  • Deposit: USD 200 per accommodation, per stay
  • Breakage deposit: USD 100.00 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.

  • Pet fee: USD 27.62 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
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. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child aged 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

San Diego Downtown Lodge
San Diego Downtown Lodge Motel
San Diego Downtown Lodge Hotel
San Diego Downtown Lodge San Diego
San Diego Downtown Lodge Hotel San Diego

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at San Diego Downtown Lodge?

San Diego Downtown Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at San Diego Downtown Lodge?

As of 18 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at San Diego Downtown Lodge on 29 Jul 2026 start from NZ$191, 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 San Diego Downtown Lodge?

Yep, San Diego Downtown Lodge has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to San Diego Downtown Lodge?

The closest beach to San Diego Downtown Lodge is Coronado Beach (5 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at San Diego Downtown Lodge?

No, San Diego Downtown Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at San Diego Downtown Lodge?

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

San Diego Downtown Lodge Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 260 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 165 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 195 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 130 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 254 out of 1004 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

5.2/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Mauricio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My stay here was quite short but staff was very nice, room very comfortable and near to downtown of san diego and train station.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good location, and it was clean. the check in was easy and this is the best option if you are wanting to save money and be in a safe place.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mats

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Easy parking, litle noisy from the traffic.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Tyler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Parking easy, basic room good for a stayover trip to San Diego Convenient to Gaslamp district, Petco Park and Marina Is located right off freeway exit, will have street noise
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Damine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel, need better towels and pillows
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking was easy, room was clean, AC kept room comfortable. Staff was awesome. I arrived early in the morning, they let me park for several hours before I checked in. I left very early in the morning, they let me just leave the room key card in my room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Nice stay can’t complain .
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Juana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was very clean and the staff at the front desk was very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

JEFFREY

Disliked: Amenities
The room is ok, basic with a frig and microwave I just used it for sleeping, showering and changing clothes. It is right downtown that is convenient. Also you can hop right onto the interstate.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Brundesia Bre

Liked: Staff & service
Parking was Not the greatest very small parking lot and the wanted u to park either two to a spot which was very weird staff was friendly no iron no ironing board sheets had stains hair was all over the towels other than it was ok for last minute booking
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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4/10 Poor

Benjamin

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
You get what you pay for. Cheapest place around barring any hostels. There was
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Orlando

It was fine
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Mónica

Disliked: Cleanliness
Rude staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Monica

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Worst staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very helpful, room was tired but about what you’d expect for the price. Main issue is the location, it’s sandwiched between the freeway and the off-ramp, and with zero soundproofing traffic noise was constant and surprisingly clear.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

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

Great stay!

For the price, this place was great. Nice friendly staff and clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Luis

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dirty room, nice staff, parkings fine. Bad area. Blood on curtain, spider in bathroom. Ripped lamp shade. TV DOESNT WORK. Filed a claim, got denied. Expedia doesn’t help at all.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Darrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good price and the staff is excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jesus Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The stay was good and comfortable. Although the wifi was extremely slow.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are really nice here. A convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

BreAnna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking was a pain only 7/8 spaces. What a pain cause it’s right off 163 and I do mean right off. You have to pray no one comes flying off the highway to pull out on the street. Rooms were okay. You could tell they swept the floors but were still dirty. The bathtub had hair in it when we got there.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Deisy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is just bad. Liked bad bad bad like i stayed there for like two hours just cause i was on the phone. It’s cold, dirty and you can hear everything outside like literally everything. If you really want to rest stay away from this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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4/10 Poor

Mareo

Disliked: Amenities
The location of the Hotel was good
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Did not use business facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026