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Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown

2.0 star property
Motel with a 24-hour front desk, near Port of San Diego

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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

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
The current price is €81
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Cable channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Cable channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Cable channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Cable channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Cable channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Located in Downtown San Diego, a neighbourhood in San Diego, Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown is near the airport and near the beach. Port of San Diego and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Seaport Village and Fashion Valley Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Petco Park or Snapdragon Stadium.
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1546 2nd Avenue, San Diego, CA, 92101

What's nearby

  • Port of San Diego - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • USS Midway Museum - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Petco Park - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 3 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Civic Center Station - 7 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 14 min walk
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Extraordinary Desserts - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cocina 35 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pappalecco - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Florentine Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Al Teatro Panini Grill - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown

Motel near Port of San Diego
Close to Waterfront Park and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal, Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown provides laundry facilities, a snack bar/deli and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and a lift
  • Smoke-free property and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 105 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Guests reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, daily housekeeping and desks

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Uncovered parking on site (USD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways (86 centimetre high)
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (107 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Utility fee: USD 2 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: USD 20 per day (in/out privileges)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 on-site 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)
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

6 San Diego Downtown
Motel 6 San Diego Downtown
San Diego Downtown Motel 6
Motel Six San Diego
Motel 6 San Diego Downtown Hotel San Diego
San Diego Motel Six
San Diego Motel 6
6 Diego, Ca Downtown Diego

Frequently asked questions

Is Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown?

As of 25 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown on 26 Aug 2025 start from €79.05, 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.

How much is parking at Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown?

Self-parking is available for USD 20 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown located?

Located in Downtown San Diego, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of San Diego Civic Theatre and Waterfront Park. Port of San Diego and San Diego Convention Center are also within 1 mile (2 km). Civic Center Station is 7 minutes by foot and Civic Center Station is 7 minutes.

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Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 329 out of 1215 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 198 out of 1215 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 210 out of 1215 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 168 out of 1215 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 310 out of 1215 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

5.2/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great and right downtown
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Karima

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Room was in nice corner where I enjoyed quite stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebeca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I liked that it was very close to everything in Downtown San Diego!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excelente
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Gabriella

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Quiet hotel. Beds were pretty uncomfortable but we managed
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Marisol

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The employees was so kind,especially the manager. I recommend. and the Expedia booking was confident
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the price and location, it’s what I expected. The staff is very nice. The property is somewhat run down, but the room was clean. My only major complaint was the mattress was broken on one side.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
friendly staff at all times of the day.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
It's ok for a night or two
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Fransual

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property was convenient to downtown area but was in fair condition with some work on carpeting, air conditioning, sheets and towels.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Antonio

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is dirty
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcelo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelentt service
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jacki

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
A premium room is the size a nai
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Cristian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jessica

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed there 2 nights and the AC was not working, had to drive back home in the middle of the night. Room was hot and humid.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

carlos

Liked: Staff & service
its nice for like a last minute plan or a cheap stay but very basic on everything else middle of downtown san diego but 10 minute walk from main downtown san diego a little dark and not much light or shine to dull and only one way in the motel very limited parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Madison

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
DIRTY
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
friendly staff, clean facility. the surrounding area is noisy. it is in a prime location at an affordable price. i would stay at this location again but book a premium room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

marcelino

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

mayra

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrible smell.. dirty, super small, no fridge, terrible staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sebastian

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This was the most disgusting hotel I’ve ever been inside. I immediately checked outed
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Tranquilino

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Hallways are nasty smells of urien . Looks like they haven’t ever cleaned those floors .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025