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San Diego Budget Hotels

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Best San Diego budget hotels

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Stay Classy - San Diego - Living room
Stay Classy
9 Wonderful
Downtown$56+
$56+
Free Wi-Fi
Omni San Diego Hotel - San Diego - Patio
Omni San Diego Hotel
8.7 Very good
Downtown$205+
$205+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
Spa
Old Town Inn - San Diego - Bedroom
Old Town Inn - San Diego - Bedroom
Old Town Inn
8.6 Very good
Midway District$148+
$148+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa - San Diego - Bedroom
Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa - San Diego - Bedroom
Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa
8.6 Very good
Mission Valley West$146+
$146+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Best Western Plus Bayside Inn - San Diego - Pool
Best Western Plus Bayside Inn - San Diego - Pool
Best Western Plus Bayside Inn
8.2 Very good
Downtown$145+
$145+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Best Western Yacht Harbor Hotel - San Diego - Bedroom
Best Western Yacht Harbor Hotel - San Diego - Bedroom
Best Western Yacht Harbor Hotel
8.1 Very good
$148+
$148+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Spa
Kings Inn San Diego - San Diego - Pool
Kings Inn San Diego - San Diego - Pool
Kings Inn San Diego
8.1 Very good
Mission Valley West$93+
$93+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Comfort Inn Sea World Area - San Diego - Bedroom
Comfort Inn Sea World Area - San Diego - Bedroom
Comfort Inn Sea World Area
7.9 Good
Midway District$95+
$95+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
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Low season

April

High season

July

Average price (weeknight)

$138

Average price (weekend night)

$180
Cheapest month to stay with an average 24% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 34% 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 budget hotel in San Diego?

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Top tips for finding budget San Diego hotel deals

  • Prices for budget hotels in San Diego are cheaper in the low season, which is in April and May.
  • Budget room prices can vary depending on different factors. However, generally rooms cost less on a Wednesday. The most expensive night for a stay is Friday.
  • You should book at least 90 days ahead of your stay to get the best prices for budget hotel rooms in San Diego.
  • The cheapest budget hotel room in San Diego found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $75. The most expensive cost $422.
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FAQs about San Diego budget hotels

  • How much does a room in a budget hotel in San Diego cost?

    On average, budget hotel rooms in San Diego cost $297. Depending on when you make your booking, when you book for, and other factors, it is possible to get better deals. The cheapest price booked on KAYAK in the last 3 days was $149.

  • How much does a budget hotel room in San Diego cost for tonight?

    If you’re looking last minute, KAYAK users have booked a budget hotel for tonight for as low as $36 in the last 3 hours.

  • How much does a budget hotel room in San Diego cost for this weekend?

    Those looking to head away for the weekend can expect prices as low as $122.

  • Which highly-rated budget hotels in San Diego are close to San Diego Airport?

    Some of the best budget hotels in San Diego that are in close proximity to the airport are Comfort Inn Sea World Area, Old Town Inn and Best Western Yacht Harbor Hotel.

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