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Stay Classy - San Diego - Living room
Stay Classy
Downtown
8.8Very good(815)
Free Wi-Fi
$62+
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Hi San Diego Downtown Hostel - San Diego - Bedroom
Hi San Diego Downtown Hostel
Gaslamp Quarter
8.4Very good(1845)
Free Wi-Fi
$118+
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Kings Inn San Diego - San Diego - Pool
Kings Inn San Diego
Mission Valley West
8.1Very good(4259)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$125+
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Comfort Inn Sea World Area - San Diego - Bedroom
Comfort Inn Sea World Area
Midway District
7.9Good(4787)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$136+
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Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa - San Diego - Bedroom
Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa
Mission Valley West
8.5Very good(478)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$208+
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Best Western Plus Bayside Inn - San Diego - Pool
Best Western Plus Bayside Inn
Downtown
8.4Very good(2661)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$215+
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Horton Grand Hotel - San Diego - Bar
Horton Grand Hotel
Downtown
8.4Very good(2806)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$254+
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Booking Insights

KAYAK’s insights for budget hotels in San Diego

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in San Diego with confidence.

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

The average price for a budget hotel in San Diego is $304 but this can vary depending on the season, the star rating of the hotel and when you’ve booked. In the last 7 days, the cheapest price found on KAYAK was $230.

Which month has the cheapest rates for budget hotels?

Budget hotels in San Diego are cheapest in April, with an average rate of $145. On the other hand, they are at their most expensive in October, where the average price is $321.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a budget hotel in San Diego?

The lowest prices can usually be found on Monday, where the average nightly price is $154. The most expensive night is generally Sunday, where the average price is $218.

Which neighbourhood do KAYAK users most love to book their budget hotel in San Diego?

The most popular neighbourhood in San Diego among KAYAK users to search for a budget hotel is La Jolla, with an average price of $362. La Jolla Cove Suites, La Jolla Shores Hotel, and Sheraton La Jolla Hotel rank among the highest-rated hotels in La Jolla.

How much is a budget hotel in San Diego for tonight?

The best deal for a 3-star budget hotel room in San Diego found by KAYAK users in the last 3 days was $114, while a 4-star budget hotel the lowest price was $168. The cheapest room found overall was for $114.

How much is a budget hotel in San Diego for this weekend?

The cheapest budget hotel room in San Diego for the upcoming weekend found on KAYAK in the last 3 days was for $73 per night. For the same dates, 3-star budget hotel rooms have been found for as low as $132 per night and 4-star budget hotel rooms from $266 per night.

How early should you book a budget hotel in San Diego?

Book at least 40 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your San Diego budget hotel.
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Lowest hotel price

April
October
$189
$187
$41
Cheapest month to stay with an average 21% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 75% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.
The cheapest budget hotel room rate in the last 7 days

KAYAK's top tips for finding San Diego budget hotel deals

  • Prices for budget hotels in San Diego are cheaper in the low season, which is in April and September.
  • Budget room prices can vary depending on different factors. However, generally rooms cost less on a Monday. The most expensive night for a stay is Sunday.
  • The cheapest budget hotel room in San Diego found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $80. The most expensive cost $295.

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