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Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown

San Diego, California

The Fun Awaits

Perfect for nature loversOnly 1.6 km to Japanese Friendship Garden and 1.9 km to Balboa Park

Tourist attractions nearbyOnly 2.6 km to Balboa Park Carousel and 2.8 km to San Diego Zoo

Near shopping centersOnly 908 m to Westfield Horton Plaza and 1.8 km to Seaport Village

Nice location! Near public transportOnly 630 m to Civic Center Station and 1.3 km to Port of San Diego

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2.4/5

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5.0/515 Jun 2026

ROBERT • Solo Trip

Adriana was absolutely beautiful and helpful with my needs and questions I asked . She was very nice and pleasant . A real asset to Motel 6

5.0/513 Jun 2026

Tom • Solo Trip

The hotel staff was marvelous in it's professionalism, attention, and courtesy. The hotel was adequately clean although in need of paint. My room was very good, clean, and comfortable. The hotel is close to attractions and is easy to access by walking and public transportation.

5.0/531 May 2026

Eldon

Staff was great real ones!!

5.0/524 May 2026

martha

Clean enough rooms

5.0/54 May 2026

Martine • Couple Trip

Everything was great Just know that you're going to pay $20 a night for parking my partner also brought her a ride so that's an extra 40 bucks just so you know and it's not guaranteed if you take off that your spot is there other than that everything was fine

5.0/528 Apr 2026

Alodie • Couple Trip

The staff was super nice. Parking was easy and affordable. Our room was great for what it was. I was guest of the day and got upgraded to a corner room. The room was basic but did the job. There was a bed, it was pretty comfortable. Make sure to bring your own bathroom hygiene products such as shampoo, conditioner, and body wash. They did supply plenty of towels as well as bars of soap. We did have a minor leak, but we think it was condensation. We informed the front desk at check out and the lady was extremely nice and said she would get maintance to look at it before the next booking. Checking in was super easy and quick. Honestly not a bad location either. Walking distance to little Italy and to the water. Will most likely stay here again. The best Motel 6 I have stayed in.

5.0/527 Apr 2026

michael

great little hotel comfortable and ckean

5.0/525 Apr 2026

Lala

Ppppp

5.0/525 Apr 2026

Larry • Solo Trip

It’s a Motel 6. Decent stay for the price.

5.0/520 Apr 2026

Leo a • Couple Trip

Nice

4.6/527 May 2022

The staff is very pleasant and welcoming. The rooms are big and clean with double locks. It's on the edge of downtown and a 510 minute walk from the bay and the gaslamp quarter. Be careful in this area, I'd not walk anywhere at night.

4.4/531 May 2022

I stayed at this hotel for one night in downtown San Diego. It was only average, but satisfied my needs for the entire night and was satisfied. Much more affordable than a lot of other hotels. AC issue in the first room but receptionist was very helpful and helped me change rooms without any hassle.

4.4/515 Mar 2022

I will never go back to this place. But this place is so good. The rooms are quite small but clean and the location is well located. The staff here are very friendly and kind. Also, the check out process is so simple. The name of Sandra was very sweet, which is the best part.

4.2/513 Nov 2022

The employees were pleasant, which was great. It was in a fully booked hotel at the time, but they moved me to another hotel the previous three nights. I arrived in San Diego for the ev expo. The fact that there were three days of baseball at the same time is an unfortunate development. The hotel is in transit of the convention center. It was the nice news. One soap bar and towels were provided in the room. There are no extras like an iron or hairdryer. Both the washers and dryers were broken. There is one microwave in the laundry area. The premise looks shady, but no one bothers me during the five days I was there. Many street people, just a warning of our nation. The room was bare minimum. Dont get a room in the 101, 201, etc. side. You are facing a wall outside the window, and there are people living in the apartment. Both the building and the structure can be seen inside and outside. For privacy, I had the draperies closed. Plus, my first two nights were spent next to the laundry. They do their laundry all night. I know because all you hear are the machines.

4.0/518 Jul 2026

Yrma • Family Trip

El lugar es accesible, la habitación buena en general, solo mucho olor a Cannabis

4.0/513 Jul 2026

Idalides • Trip with Friends

Clean room, comfortable bed. Excelent location. Free although limited parking.

4.0/530 Jun 2026

Martha • Family Trip

The room was clean friendly helpful staff love the location!! Go to place for us in San Diego!

4.0/529 Jun 2026

Pedro • Solo Trip

Ice machine was broken. Hallway carpet needs washing or change. My room had no AC or regular air. It was hot.

4.0/526 Jun 2026

Timothy • Solo Trip

This motel is located in San Diego, California. It is easily accessible by vehicles or walking. There is a series of rooms located on all floors, with an elevator for those who wish to not take the stairs. My room came complete with a bed and TV. I also enjoyed running water and a toilet. Smoking is prohibited. I found the staff most helpful and courteous. The tenants were also pleasant, for the most part, with the exception of a woman who looked at me with suspicion, as if she thought I was about to attack her.

4.0/520 Jun 2026

Andrew • Solo Trip

David, Shena, Alex, and the rest of the staff are outstanding. Their professionalism, friendliness, and customer service made my stay a positive experience. My only concern is the condition of the property itself. Motel 6 corporate should invest in updating and maintaining the hotel, as the carpets and walls are noticeably worn. The staff works hard to provide a great guest experience, and the property’s condition does not reflect the quality of service they deliver. With some renovations and upkeep, this location could be exceptional.

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24-hour Front Desk

Elevator

Accessible Facilities

Sports & Recreation

Snack Bar/Deli

Public Facilities

Parking (Surcharge)

Elevator/Lift

Vending Machine

Hotel Services

Laundry Service/Dry Cleaning

24-hour Front Desk

Accesibility

Wheelchair Accessible

Hotel Policy

Smoke-free Property

Connectivity

Free WiFi

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1546 2nd Avenue, San Diego, California, US

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Accommodation Rules

Check-in Procedure

Check-in3:00 PM-anytime

Check-out11:00

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 onsite 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)

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Want to check in early? Fill out the Special Requests form on the booking page.

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Children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

About Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown Location
Located in San Diego (Downtown San Diego), Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown is within a 15-minute walk of Balboa Park and Waterfront Park. This motel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Port of San Diego and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Petco Park.

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown Facility and Service
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown Rooms
Stay in one of 105 guestrooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations are provided. Conveniences include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones with free local calls.

Restaurant and Cafe
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown.

Room Type and Price

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 - Tue, 27 Oct 2026 (1 night)

1 Room, 1 Adult, 0 Children