San Diego Cheap Hotels

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Name of hotel Accommodation Rating Price, $
Hotel Marisol Coronado

9.3 / 10

(249 Reviews)

From 309$
El Rancho Motel

8.1 / 10

(235 Reviews)

From 150$
Residence Inn By Marriott San Diego Downtown

7.5 / 10

(184 Reviews)

From 279$
Motel 6-San Diego, Ca - Downtown

6.9 / 10

(1449 Reviews)

From 80$
Marriott Vacation Club, San Diego   

8.8 / 10

(503 Reviews)

From 195$

When people are looking for a place to stay during their travels, they usually have two main types of hotels to choose from: cheap and expensive. Cheap hotels may not offer all of the amenities that expensive hotels do, but they can provide travelers with a place to sleep and take a shower for a fraction of the price.

There are many reasons why travelers might choose to stay in a cheap hotel during their trip to San Diego. For starters, San Diego is a very expensive city, and the cost of staying in a budget hotel can be a fraction of the price of staying in a more upscale property. Additionally, many of San Diego's most popular tourist attractions are located in the downtown area, which is where most of the city's cheap hotels are located.

Finally, many of San Diego's cheap hotels are located in prime locations that are close to public transportation, restaurants, and other tourist attractions. So, if you're looking for a great place to stay in San Diego on a budget, be sure to check out the city's many cheap hotels.

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Hotel Marisol Coronado El Rancho Motel Residence Inn By Marriott San Diego Downtown Motel 6-San Diego, Ca - Downtown Best Cheap Hotels In San Diego Marriott Vacation Club, San Diego    Courtyard San Diego Central Ez 8 Motel Old Town Cheap Hotels In Downtown San Diego Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego Zoo -Seaworld Area Baymont By Wyndham San Diego Downtown San Diego Marriott La Jolla

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9.3
Excellent
249 Reviews

Hotel Marisol Coronado

📍 1017 Park Place

From 309$

Comprising 15 rooms, the 3-star Hotel Marisol Coronado San Diego is at 3.4 km distance from Horton Plaza Park. There is a 24-hour front desk, 24-hour security service and housekeeping service at the venue too.

Situated in Coronado district, the accommodation is set 3.4 km from the primary San Diego Convention Center. On the beach, set 600 metres away, guests can find chairs and towels. Coronado Island is also located near the hotel. You can get to Childrens Public Park in a few minutes by car.

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8.1
Very good
235 Reviews

El Rancho Motel

📍 370 Orange Avenue

From 150$

The 3-star El Rancho Motel San Diego is set 2.2 km from Petco Park Ballpark and 2.3 km from Childrens Public Park. The venue provides 10 guestrooms appointed with wireless Internet and cable channels for a pleasant stay in San Diego.

The accommodation is set in Coronado district, a few steps from Centennial Park. The city centre is also 4 km away. El Rancho Motel is a short ride from USS Midway Interactive Museum.

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7.5
Very good
184 Reviews

Residence Inn By Marriott San Diego Downtown

📍 1747 Pacific Highway

From 279$

The venue is located in the very heart of San Diego, in Downtown San Diego district, 600 metres from Little Italy. Boasting the location close to Waterfront Public Park, the accommodation includes a snack bar and 121 rooms with beautiful views.

Childrens Public Park is less than 2.4 km away. The city centre is a 15-minute walk away. Residence Inn By Marriott San Diego Downtown is located at the foot of San Diego Firehouse Museum.

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6.9
Good
1449 Reviews

Motel 6-San Diego, Ca - Downtown

📍 1546 2Nd Avenue

From 80$

Motel 6 San Diego Downtown is a 2-star venue positioned about a 25-minute walk to San Diego Zoo. To ensure an exceptional stay in San Diego, service-minded staff stands ready to provide 24 hour front desk assistance and a laundry room.

Situated in Downtown San Diego district, the accommodation is set 1.5 km from the primary San Diego Convention Center. The city centre is close by, about 10 minutes' walk away. San Diego Opera is also located near the hotel. You can get to the historical naval aircraft carrier USS Midway Museum in a few minutes by car.

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8.8
Excellent
503 Reviews

Marriott Vacation Club, San Diego   

📍 701 A Street

From 195$

Marriott Vacation Club Pulse, San Diego Hotel is a 3-star venue at 1.7 km distance from the primary San Diego Convention Center. Located at a reasonable distance from Little Italy, the accommodation offers 264 rooms with amazing views.

Situated in Downtown San Diego district, this hotel is 15 minutes walk from the centre of San Diego. It is just a 10-minute walk from Horton Plaza Shopping Center. Copley Symphony Hall is also located near the property. California Webster School of Law is a few minutes away.

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Hotels in San Diego

Airport nearby ✈️ El Cajon, McClellan-Palomar, San Diego International
Average Price 💰 415$
Hotels in San Diego 🏨 948
Hotel Reviews ⭐ 24947
Landmarks nearby 📍 La Jolla Cove, Mount Soledad, Girard Avenue and Prospect Street, Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, San Diego Mormon Temple
Best mid-range Hotel 🌴 Hotel Marisol Coronado
Top Hotel for couples 💑 El Rancho Motel
Best Price Hotel 🤑 Residence Inn By Marriott San Diego Downtown

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8.1
Very good
435 Reviews

Courtyard San Diego Central

📍 8651 Spectrum Center Blvd

From 186$

Featuring allergy free rooms, a golf course and a heated swimming pool, Courtyard San Diego Central Hotel is set 6 km from the multi - purpose SDCCU Stadium in San Diego. Situated in Kearny Mesa district, the venue is set 2 km from Convoy District.

A beautiful beach can be found just minutes away from the accommodation. You can get to Convoy Street in a few minutes by car.

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5.7
Good
2826 Reviews

Ez 8 Motel Old Town

📍 4747 Pacific Highway

From 106$

Featuring free self-parking and an outdoor swimming pool, Ez 8 Motel Old Town San Diego is just 1.4 km of Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. Situated in Mission Valley district, the motel is set 2.1 km from the private University of San Diego.

You can get to the 19th - century US Whaley House History Museum in a few minutes by car.

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8.1
Very good
34 Reviews

Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego Zoo -Seaworld Area

📍 2485 Hotel Circle Pl

From 139$

Comfort Inn & Suites San Diego Zoo Seaworld Area is a 3-star venue set within 25 minutes' walk from Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. Boasting 24-hour reception, laundry service and shopping service, this property also provides guests with a business centre and a work desk.

Situated in Mission Valley district, the inn is set 1.9 km from Old Town San Diego. The accommodation is settled 5 km from the centre of San Diego. Comfort Inn & Suites San Diego Zoo Seaworld Area is a short ride from the private University of San Diego.

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6.7
Good
2150 Reviews

Baymont By Wyndham San Diego Downtown

📍 719 Ash Street

From 89$

Set within 16 minutes' walk of Petco Park Ballpark, the pet-friendly Baymont By Wyndham San Diego Downtown Motel comprises 67 rooms with views over the harbour. Business travellers will appreciate conveniences like high-speed Internet access throughout the venue and access to a photocopier, a fax machine and a business centre.

This accommodation is in a 25-minute walk from San Diego Zoo. Guests can get to San Diego city centre, which is 1 km away. Baymont By Wyndham San Diego Downtown Motel is a short walk from St. Joseph Cathedral.

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7.7
Very good
226 Reviews

San Diego Marriott La Jolla

📍 4240 La Jolla Village Drive

From 169$

San Diego Marriott La Jolla Hotel offers 3-star accommodation within 4.4 km to Torrey Pines Golf Course. Boasting laundry facilities, dry cleaning service and shopping service, this venue also provides guests with a meeting room, a xerox and a fax machine.

The hotel is set in the old part of San Diego, a few minutes away from University of California San Diego. In 5 minutes drive you will reach San Diego Mormon Temple. The outdoor Westfield UTC Shopping Mall is also located near the property.

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6.6
Good
529 Reviews

Harborview Inn & Suites-Convention Center-Airport-Gaslamp-Seaworld-Zoo-Balboa Park

📍 550 West Grape St

From 85$

Located 2.4 km to The New Children's Museum, the 2-star Harborview Inn & Suites San Diego Harbor offers air-conditioned rooms a mere 11 minutes' stroll from Maritime Museum of San Diego. There are a xerox, a work desk and a business centre at the motel.

The venue is 10 minutes' walk from the centre of San Diego. The hotel is located in Downtown San Diego district. You can get to San Diego Zoo in a few minutes by car.

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7.1
Good
1489 Reviews

Comfort Inn Gaslamp Convention Center

📍 660 G Street

From 128$

Entertainment activities and a flat screen TV are featured in Comfort Inn Gaslamp Convention Center San Diego located a mere 11 minutes' walk from Childrens Public Park. The venue is situated in the very heart of San Diego, just off the shopping mall "Westfield Horton Plaza".

Guests will appreciate a prime location in the vicinity of the 2.7-acre Park at the Park. The inn is 600 metres of House of Blues San Diego Live Music Accommodation. You can get to San Diego Zoo in a few minutes by car.

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7.7
Very good
1489 Reviews

Ocean Villa Inn

📍 5142 West Point Loma Boulevard

From 202$

Ocean Villa Inn, located 4.6 km from Old Town San Diego State Historic Park, offers guests free self-parking, a health club and a heated pool. The venue is set in Ocean Beach district, within easy reach of Ocean Beach Park.

The property is 4.7 km from Old Town San Diego. The inn features 47 cosy rooms featuring coffee/tea making equipment and refrigerator. Ocean Villa Inn is a short ride from SeaWorld San Diego Theme Park.

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9.2
Excellent
131 Reviews

Club Wyndham Harbour Lights Hotel

📍 911 5Th Ave

From 291$

Set 1.4 km from Petco Park Stadium, Club Wyndham Harbour Lights Hotel San Diego features a luggage room and a safety deposit box. The venue is located in the very heart of San Diego, within easy reach of Horton Plaza Park.

Situated in Gaslamp district, the accommodation is set 2.9 km from San Diego Zoo. The property is close to the city's business area and Downtown San Diego. Club Wyndham Harbour Lights Hotel is a short ride from the primary San Diego Convention Center.

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7.9
Very good
1008 Reviews

Homewood Suites By Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/Seaworld Area

📍 2201 Hotel Circle South

From 328$

The 3-star Homewood Suites By Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/Seaworld Area is placed 3.8 km from the private University of San Diego. The venue comprises 245 air-conditioned rooms overlooking the hillside.

This accommodation is in a 25-minute walk from Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. It is about 5 km away from the centre of San Diego. Homewood Suites By Hilton San Diego Hotel Circle/Seaworld Area is a short ride from Seaport Village Shopping Complex.

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8.9
Excellent
1292 Reviews

Ocean Park Inn

📍 710 Grand Ave

From 295$

Offering a Jacuzzi, a sundeck and a heated swimming pool, Ocean Park Inn San Diego is 7 km of Old Town San Diego. Situated in Pacific Beach district, the venue is set 7 km from the private University of San Diego.

The hotel is set in the old part of San Diego, a few minutes away from SeaWorld San Diego Theme Park. Attractions within walking distance include Beach and Promenade at Pacific Beach Shopping Center.

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San Diego Cheap Hotels FAQ
Which Cheap hotels have a lot of guest reviews?
Here are some Cheap hotels that have the highest number of reviews:
Which area in San Diego has cheap hotels?
Take advantage of being in Downtown San Diego district and stay at Days Inn Airport Convention Center/Harbo (rating: 7.2/10) for 133US$ per night. Another top district is Downtown San Diego, it contains a high concentration of landmarks, such as San Diego Mormon Temple, so you can book a room at Embassy Suites - La Jolla to explore the area. It costs 255US$ per night.
What are the cheapest accommodations in San Diego city centre?
If you're searching for the cheapest hotel in the city centre, there are 5 deals to choose from. For a pleasant stay, choose Best Western Cabrillo Garden Inn (rating: 7.8/10) at the cost of 151US$ per night. It's set in Downtown San Diego district and offers cots, a business centre and housekeeping. Alternatively, book Holiday Inn Express - Downtown, An Ihg Hotel (rating: 7.6/10) at the cost of 153US$ per night. It's set a 10-minute walk from the city centre and offers an outdoor swimming pool, a golf course and a gym on site.

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