Search
Best motels
Best value
When to book
Tips
FAQs
Map

San Diego motels

Search hundreds of travel sites at once for motels in San Diego

Here is why travelers choose KAYAK

Free to useThere are no hidden charges or fees.

Filter your dealsFilter by free cancellation, free breakfast and more.

Millions of reviewsCheck ratings based on millions of real guest reviews.

Best San Diego motels

Most recommended San Diego motels

Show all
Ez 8 Motel Old Town - San Diego - Bedroom
Ez 8 Motel Old Town
5.6 Fair
Old Town386 ﷼+
386 ﷼+
Parking
Pool
Pet friendly
Air Conditioning
Motel 6 San Diego Downtown - San Diego - Bedroom
Motel 6 San Diego Downtown
6.5 Okay
Downtown466 ﷼+
466 ﷼+
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Air Conditioning
Motel 6 San Diego Airport Harbor
6.7 Okay
Downtown518 ﷼+
518 ﷼+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
Ace Budget Motel
3.9 Poor
803 ﷼+
803 ﷼+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
334 ﷼+
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Air Conditioning
Berkshire Motor Hotel
7.9 Good
North Park567 ﷼+
567 ﷼+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
Motel 6 San Diego Southbay
7.6 Good
Nestor381 ﷼+
381 ﷼+
Parking
Pet friendly
Air Conditioning
Travelodge by Wyndham San Diego SeaWorld
5.6 Fair
Midway District351 ﷼+
351 ﷼+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
El Rancho Motel
8.3 Very good
669 ﷼+
669 ﷼+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
Lodge at 32nd
7.4 Good
441 ﷼+
441 ﷼+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
Motel 6 San Diego North
6.3 Okay
Clairemont578 ﷼+
578 ﷼+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Air Conditioning
Motel 6 Carlsbad Beach
6.2 Okay
359 ﷼+
359 ﷼+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
Scandia Motel
6.7 Okay
338 ﷼+
338 ﷼+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Air Conditioning
Motel 6 Carlsbad East Ca
6.5 Okay
288 ﷼+
288 ﷼+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
Air Conditioning
319 ﷼+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
Hyland Inn Near Legoland
7.1 Good
336 ﷼+
336 ﷼+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
Travel Time Motel
5.2 Fair
El Cerrito375 ﷼+
375 ﷼+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Air Conditioning

How much is a San Diego motel?

Here are our most popular & best value motels

2 stars and below

Good to know

Low season

April

High season

July

Average price (weeknight)

420 ﷼

Average price (weekend night)

490 ﷼
Cheapest month to stay with an average 29% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 55% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a motel in San Diego

Price per night / 3-star motel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
Average nightly price per month
Average nightly price

Top tips for finding San Diego motel deals

  • If you’re looking for a cheap motel in San Diego, you should consider going during the low season. You’ll generally find lower-priced motels in San Diego in April and February.
  • Motel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll likely find the best motel deals in San Diego if you stay on a Sunday. The most expensive day for motel bookings is Thursday.
  • If you want to ensure you grab a bargain, try to book more than 90 days before your stay to get the best price for a San Diego motel.
  • Don’t know how much time you need to see all the sights? KAYAK users usually book their motel in San Diego for 5 days.

FAQs when booking a motel in San Diego

  • What are the best motels near Mission Bay Park?

    Mission Bay Park is a popular area in San Diego and there are many motels closeby. Check out Motel San Diego - in San Diego (Pacific Beach) or Trade Winds Motel for hostels recommended by KAYAK that are within walking distance of Mission Bay Park.

  • How much does a motel cost in San Diego?

    Motel prices in San Diego can vary depending on a number of factors. The average price for a motel in San Diego is 154 ﷼ but KAYAK users have found motels for as cheap as 65 ﷼ in the last 3 days.

  • Is it cheaper to stay in a motel than in a hotel in San Diego?

    The average price for a night in a motel in San Diego is 154 ﷼ compared to 325 ﷼ for a night in a hotel.

Where to find the best motels in San Diego?

Our map will help you find the perfect motel in San Diego by showing you the exact location of each motel.

What San Diego motel guests are talking about

Show all

What San Diego motel guests are talking about

Hotels about topic

Show all
Motel 6 San Diego Downtown - San Diego - Bedroom
Motel 6 San Diego Downtown
6.5 Okay
Downtown466 ﷼+
466 ﷼+
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Air Conditioning
Ez 8 Motel Old Town - San Diego - Bedroom
Ez 8 Motel Old Town
5.6 Fair
Old Town386 ﷼+
386 ﷼+
Parking
Pool
Pet friendly
Air Conditioning
Berkshire Motor Hotel
7.9 Good
North Park567 ﷼+
567 ﷼+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning

Popular topics

Everything you need to know for your stay in San Diego