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Ez 8 Motel Old Town - San Diego - Bedroom
Ez 8 Motel Old Town
Old Town
5.7Fair(2983)
Parking
Pool
Pet friendly
$88+
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Motel 6 San Diego Downtown - San Diego - Bedroom
Motel 6 San Diego Downtown
Downtown
5.5Fair(2241)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$99+
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Harvey's Motel Sdsu La Mesa San Diego - San Diego - Bedroom
Harvey's Motel Sdsu La Mesa San Diego
College East
7.1Good(228)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$110+
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Motel 6 San Diego Airport Harbor - San Diego - Pool
Motel 6 San Diego Airport Harbor
Downtown
7.0Good(1007)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
$96+
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Motel San Diego - in San Diego (Pacific Beach) - San Diego - Bedroom
Motel San Diego - in San Diego (Pacific Beach)
Pacific Beach
5.1Fair(272)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$74+
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Berkshire Motor Hotel - San Diego - Building
Berkshire Motor Hotel
North Park
7.9Good(1582)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$109+
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Motel 6 San Diego Southbay - San Diego - Bedroom
Motel 6 San Diego Southbay
Nestor
7.1Good(389)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$111+
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Travelodge by Wyndham San Diego SeaWorld - San Diego - Bedroom
Travelodge by Wyndham San Diego SeaWorld
Midway District
6.0Okay(820)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$80+
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El Rancho Motel - San Diego - Dining room
El Rancho Motel
San Diego, CA
8.2Very good(442)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$149+
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Lodge at 32nd - San Diego - Bedroom
Lodge at 32nd
San Diego, CA
7.4Good(416)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$101+
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Motel 6 San Diego North - San Diego - Bedroom
Motel 6 San Diego North
Clairemont
5.9Fair(600)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$100+
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Big 7 Motel - Chula Vista - Bedroom
Big 7 Motel
Chula Vista, CA
6.1Okay(229)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$71+
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Motel 6 Escondido - Escondido - Pool
Motel 6 Escondido
Escondido, CA
7.1Good(889)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
$81+
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Ramona Valley Inn - Fernbrook - Building
Ramona Valley Inn
Fernbrook, CA
6.8Okay(486)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
$79+
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Scandia Motel - Carlsbad - Building
Scandia Motel
Carlsbad, CA
6.6Okay(1024)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$73+
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Stardust Inn I-805 Naval Base - National City - Building
Stardust Inn I-805 Naval Base
National City, CA
4.8Mediocre(43)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
$1,124+
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Northgate Motel - El Cajon - Bedroom
Northgate Motel
El Cajon, CA
8.2Very good(133)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$81+
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Motel 6 San Diego Chula Vista - Chula Vista - Bedroom
Motel 6 San Diego Chula Vista
Chula Vista, CA
5.5Fair(1913)
Parking
Pool
Pet friendly
$83+
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Motel 6 Carlsbad East Ca - Carlsbad - Bedroom
Motel 6 Carlsbad East Ca
Carlsbad, CA
6.7Okay(1623)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
$78+
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Solis Place in Old Town - San Diego
Solis Place in Old Town
San Diego, CA
8.7Very good(50)
Free Wi-Fi
$149+
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KAYAK’s insights for motels in San Diego

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

Which month has the cheapest motel rates in San Diego?

Motels are cheapest in San Diego in January, with average rates of $85. In comparison, July is the most expensive month, with prices at $190.

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

Sunday offers the lowest rates in San Diego, with an average nightly price of $82. The highest prices are found on Saturday, with average rates at $126.

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

The most popular neighbourhood in San Diego among KAYAK users to search for a motel is Downtown, with an average price of $102. Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego, Hotel Republic San Diego, Autograph Collection, and Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina rank among the highest-rated hotels in Downtown.
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Low season

January

High season

July

Average price (weeknight)

$91

Average price (weekend night)

$121
Cheapest month to stay with an average 16% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 88% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

KAYAK's top tips for finding San Diego motel deals

  • 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 2 days.

FAQs when booking a motel in San Diego

  • 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 $129 compared to $361 for a night in a hotel.

Where to find the best motels in San Diego?

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Motel 6 San Diego Downtown - San Diego - Bedroom
Motel 6 San Diego Downtown
Downtown
5.5Fair(2241)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$99+
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Ez 8 Motel Old Town - San Diego - Bedroom
Ez 8 Motel Old Town
Old Town
5.7Fair(2983)
Parking
Pool
Pet friendly
$88+
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Berkshire Motor Hotel - San Diego - Building
Berkshire Motor Hotel
North Park
7.9Good(1582)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$109+
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