Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown offers a convenient stay near Waterfront Park and Port of San Diego. With free in-room WiFi, laundry facilities on site, a snack bar for quick bites, and helpful staff to guide you around the city.
Reviews
6.46.4 out of 10
Good
Popular amenities
Parking available
24/7 front desk
Pet friendly
Non-smoking
Laundry facilities
Air conditioning
Main amenities (7)
Daily housekeeping
Near the beach
Self parking
24-hour front desk
Snack bar/deli
Vending machine
Self-serve laundry
Feel at home (6)
Children stay free
Private bathroom
Television
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Elevator
The current price is $89
$89
includes taxes & fees
$79 per night
May 7 - May 8
Room options
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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking
Highlights
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
200 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking
Highlights
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
200 sq ft
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
Highlights
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
200 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
View all photos for Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking
Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking
Highlights
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
200 sq ft
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
B Street Cruise Ship Terminal - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
San Diego Convention Center - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Petco Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
San Diego Zoo - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
Getting around
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 12 min drive
San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 16 min drive
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 26 min drive
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 37 min drive
Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 39 min drive
Old Town Transit Center - 9 min drive
San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 14 min walk
San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 15 min drive
Civic Center Station - 7 min walk
Civic Center Station - 7 min walk
5th Avenue Station - 10 min walk
Restaurants
Extraordinary Desserts - 5 min walk
Cocina 35 - 6 min walk
Starbucks - 7 min walk
Pappalecco - 6 min walk
Caparells Restaurant - 3 min walk
About this property
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown puts you just a 5-minute drive from Port of San Diego and Petco Park. Also, San Diego Convention Center and Balboa Park are just a 5-minute drive away. The helpful staff and location get good marks from fellow travelers. Public transportation is just a short walk: Civic Center Station is 7 minutes and Civic Center Station is 7 minutes.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
105 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets stay free (2 total)
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
Parking
Onsite parking available only on request
Uncovered onsite self parking (USD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Onsite parking limited
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Beach nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Facilities
1 building/tower
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
6 on-site accessible parking spaces
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Visual alarms in hallways
Handrails in stairways
Closed captioned TV
Phone accessibility kit
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch LCD TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi (speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
Free local calls
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Utility fee: USD 2 per accommodation, per night
Parking
Uncovered self parking costs USD 20 per day with in/out privileges
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
Policies
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, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Carte Blanche
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6).
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown?
Yes, pets stay free, with a limit of 2 total.
Is parking offered on site at Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown?
Yes. Self parking costs USD 20 per day. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What's the area around Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown like?
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown is a short 7-minute walk from Civic Center Station and 17 minutes' walk from Port of San Diego. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.
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Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown Reviews
Reviews
6.4
Good
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6.2/10
Cleanliness
7.4/10
Staff & service
5.4/10
Amenities
5.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 1, 2025
Hotel Life
Love much love
marchelle
marchelle, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 2, 2025
We stayed only for a few hours
Marian
Marian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 14, 2024
Front desk staff (all) great!!!
David
David, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Feb 12, 2025
Alright stay
The stay was great but the bed sheets were dirty and had stains. Everything was great
Ernesto
Ernesto, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 15, 2025
Near the airport
My decision to book here was a value decision as the price was very reasonable and it was located near the airport. The room was pretty bare, as expected, however, the bed was very soft and not comfortable for my wife and I.
Jeffrey
Jeffrey, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 15, 2024
I’d stay again!
tommy
tommy, 4-night trip
4/10 Fair
Mar 1, 2025
Considering this Motel 6 ? ... Don't do it
Online pics of the hotel are considerably better than what you will find in person.
Somebody needs to buy this property, demolish it and start over.
Kamran
Kamran, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Mar 31, 2025
Won't stay there again.
Carpet in hallway was filthy. Not enough towels. We asked for more and they only gave us 1more towel. We had only 1 washcloth between us. Bed was really uncomfortable. Gardeners work us up at 9am.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 22, 2025
Just right.
For what it’s worth, I think it was perfect. Cozy room that served its purpose while I spent the weekend in San Diego.
Miguel
Miguel, 2-night trip
2/10 Poor
Mar 24, 2025
uncomfy and noisy
Mattress coils were terrible, we felt we had acupuncture but all the wrong points our body, towels were dirty and bathroom pipes were too loud, this was a zero star experience
Verified traveler
2-night trip
4/10 Fair
Mar 11, 2025
Not worth the money
Old, run down, bad linens, old towels
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Mar 7, 2025
Poor
The heat in the room did not work.David at the front desk did the best that he could but he was the best
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Oct 22, 2024
Staff were nice
Crystal
Crystal, 2-night trip
2/10 Poor
Feb 16, 2025
Dirty motel and won’t stay here again
Bathroom is disgusting and the floor feels like it was clean hallways have stains and
Christian
Christian, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Feb 17, 2025
Front desk was kind, they never came to clean our room, AC did not work but had a window that opened
Britany
Britany, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 23, 2024
Convenient location to the surrounding downtown San Diego area. Enjoyed my stay at Motel 6 and San Diego area
Randy
Randy, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 22, 2024
Parking space is tight, and there’s trash. There is homeless but they’re harmless. Staff is nice and made it easy for check in and out
Marian Gail
Marian Gail, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Dec 20, 2024
Outdated building and transient area
Borderline homeless neighborhood
Kelly
Kelly, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Feb 27, 2025
Very Very Very Poor Condition
Reeked of cigs, mold in the shower, stains on the door, one bed sheet, stains on ceiling, AC wasn't working. One of the worst rooms i have ever been in. I did not even stay one night. Front desk worker was luckily very understanding and refunded me so i could find another hotel to stay