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Best San Diego motels

Most recommended San Diego motels

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Ace Budget Motel - San Diego - Building
Ace Budget Motel
5.7 Fair
$250+
$250+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Ez 8 Motel Old Town - San Diego - Bedroom
Ez 8 Motel Old Town
5.6 Fair
Old Town$100+
$100+
Parking
Pool
Pet friendly
Berkshire Motor Hotel
8 Very good
North Park$188+
$188+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
El Rancho Motel
8.2 Very good
$215+
$215+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Lodge at 32nd
7.5 Good
$136+
$136+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Hotel Villa Serena
6.4 Okay
$128+
$128+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$79+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
Big 7 Motel
5 Fair
$149+
$149+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Ramona Valley Inn
6.7 Okay
$107+
$107+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
Scandia Motel
6.4 Okay
$90+
$90+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Valli Hi Motel
7.9 Good
$110+
$110+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Surfhouse
8.6 Very good
$331+
$331+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly

How much is a San Diego motel?

Here are our most popular & best value motels

2 stars and below

Good to know

Low season

November

High season

July

Average price (weeknight)

$93

Average price (weekend night)

$117
Cheapest month to stay with an average 18% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 59% 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 November 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.
  • The cheapest 3-star motel in San Diego found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $117, while the most expensive was $219.
  • Don’t know how much time you need to see all the sights? KAYAK users usually book their motel in San Diego for 3 days.

FAQs when booking a motel in San Diego

  • 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 $157 but KAYAK users have found motels for as cheap as $70 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 $157 compared to $326 for a night in a hotel.

Where to find the best motels in San Diego?

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Hotels about topic

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Ez 8 Motel Old Town - San Diego - Bedroom
Ez 8 Motel Old Town
5.6 Fair
Old Town$100+
$100+
Parking
Pool
Pet friendly
Berkshire Motor Hotel - San Diego - Front desk
Berkshire Motor Hotel
8 Very good
North Park$188+
$188+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi

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