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Our top choices for San Diego State University hotels

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Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU
2.5 star property
1.3 km from San Diego State University
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1328)
"Beautiful peaceful stay"
United States
Erika
Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU
Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets
Motel 6 La Mesa, CA

Motel 6 La Mesa, CA

Motel 6 La Mesa, CA
2.0 star property
2.9 km from San Diego State University
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"Place was decent a bit dusty in the room and the parking was very very tight but for a quick stay it was fine!"
United States
Trevor
The price is ฿2,831
฿3,114 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Motel 6 La Mesa, CA
Garden
Harvey's Motel SDSU La Mesa San Diego

Harvey's Motel SDSU La Mesa San Diego

Harvey's Motel SDSU La Mesa San Diego
2.0 star property
2.5 km from San Diego State University
7.0 out of 10, Good, (235)
"Staff were so so nice, great places to eat in the area, and despite there being so many end-of-summer concert goers in town, it was so quiet, I had no problem sleeping! Will definitely come back! "
United States
Michelle
The price is ฿2,831
฿3,547 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Harvey's Motel SDSU La Mesa San Diego
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Rodeway Inn San Diego Near SDSU

Rodeway Inn San Diego Near SDSU

Rodeway Inn San Diego Near SDSU
2.0 star property
Del Cerro, 1.5 km from San Diego State University
6.6 out of 10, (1002)
"Parking felt safe."
United States
Keith
The price is ฿2,171
฿2,448 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Rodeway Inn San Diego Near SDSU
Property grounds
Ace Budget Motel

Ace Budget Motel

Ace Budget Motel
2.5 star property
2.3 km from San Diego State University
6.6 out of 10, (200)
"Very inexpensive and manager was friendly. Although my room had a slight smoke smell and no shower soap was available I'd stay there again because the room was available at the last minute for a bargain price. "
United States
Clayton
The price is ฿2,268
฿2,557 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Ace Budget Motel
Lobby
Days Inn by Wyndham Mission Valley/SDSU

Days Inn by Wyndham Mission Valley/SDSU

Days Inn by Wyndham Mission Valley/SDSU
2.0 star property
Del Cerro, 1.7 km from San Diego State University
5.8 out of 10, (1006)
"Liked that it was quiet in the area"
United States
Megan
The price is ฿2,756
฿3,168 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Days Inn by Wyndham Mission Valley/SDSU
3 bars/lounges, lobby lounge, cocktail bar, cocktail bar
Lafayette Hotel & Club

Lafayette Hotel & Club

Lafayette Hotel & Club
4.0 star property
7 km from San Diego State University
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1339)
"My wife loved everything about this vintage hotel."
United States
Eddie
The price is ฿7,204
฿8,267 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Lafayette Hotel & Club
Memory-foam beds, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
East Village, 10.3 km from San Diego State University
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (786)
"Good place to stay "
United States
sai
Stay Classy Hostel
Property amenity
Springhill Suites San Diego Mission Valley

Springhill Suites San Diego Mission Valley

Springhill Suites San Diego Mission Valley
3.5 star property
6.4 km from San Diego State University
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1006)
"Clean, convenient, great property "
United States
Dana
The price is ฿3,933
฿4,520 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Springhill Suites San Diego Mission Valley
Deluxe 2 King Bedrooms, Multiple Beds, Sleeps 11ppl | Terrace/patio
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills
4.5 star property
10.6 km from San Diego State University
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (106)
"would definitely go back and stay there again "
United States
Kounwick
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills
Sanctuary 4 Bedroom Historic Church | Living area | 50-inch LED TV with digital channels
Good Life Vacation Rental Resort

Good Life Vacation Rental Resort

Good Life Vacation Rental Resort
2.0 star property
8.6 km from San Diego State University
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (31)
"The area around the property is old, but felt totally safe inside the property. Inside was very nice! Would stay again!"
United States
Jamie
Good Life Vacation Rental Resort
Lobby
Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa

Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa

Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa
4.0 star property
9.5 km from San Diego State University
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2953)
"Friendly, staff was very helpful, great size rooms, and over all was an amazing stay"
United States
Naya
The price is ฿4,787
฿5,502 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa
Breakfast and dinner served, American cuisine
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon
3.0 star property
10.4 km from San Diego State University
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Very clean friendly staff "
United States
salwa
The price is ฿4,905
฿5,405 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon
Property amenity
TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Central

TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Central

TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Central
3.0 star property
8.5 km from San Diego State University
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (530)
"Great room, staff and amenities"
United States
NAGA HALINI
The price is ฿4,502
฿5,175 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Central
Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)
San Diego Marriott Mission Valley

San Diego Marriott Mission Valley

San Diego Marriott Mission Valley
4.0 star property
6.6 km from San Diego State University
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1012)
"Staff was great.. great location.. everything we needed for our stay!! Will definitely book again!! "
United States
Amy
The price is ฿4,691
฿5,392 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
San Diego Marriott Mission Valley
Rooftop terrace
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter

Sentral Gaslamp Quarter

Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
4.0 star property
East Village, 10.7 km from San Diego State University
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (598)
"It was nice stay! "
United States
Chashawna
The price is ฿3,717
฿5,222 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
Front of property
Granger Hotel Gaslamp Quarter, A Member Of Design Hotels

Granger Hotel Gaslamp Quarter, A Member Of Design Hotels

Granger Hotel Gaslamp Quarter, A Member Of Design Hotels
4.0 star property
Gaslamp Quarter, 10.7 km from San Diego State University
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (620)
"Great stay"
United States
Angelica
The price is ฿4,373
฿5,070 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Granger Hotel Gaslamp Quarter, A Member Of Design Hotels
Free buffet breakfast on weekends
Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa
2.5 star property
9.5 km from San Diego State University
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1013)
"It was a very nice stay "
United States
Douglas
The price is ฿3,199
฿3,671 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa
View from room
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
4.0 star property
Little Italy, 10.6 km from San Diego State University
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (104)
"It was a nice place to stay at"
United States
Eric
The price is ฿3,851
฿4,465 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Living room | 36-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV, pay films
Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
10.6 km from San Diego State University
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (871)
"Staff was amazing. Room was really nice and the view was PERFECT."
United States
Porscha
The price is ฿3,624
฿5,479 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Alma San Diego Downtown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top San Diego State University Hotel Reviews

Lafayette Hotel & Club

Lafayette Hotel & Club

10/10 Excellent
"Did not have breakfast"
Alonso 2-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Lafayette Hotel & Club
Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

10/10 Excellent
"Wonderful hotel! Friendly staff, great location and nice breakfast bar. We travel a lot and the beds here are by far the most comfortable I’ve slept in. The pool area was amazing, comfortable chairs and lounges. Grounds were beautiful, tropical and well kept. We will be back! "
Barbara 4-night trip
Posted 10 days ago
Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around San Diego State University?
San Diego State University is located in a welcoming area of San Diego known for its beautiful ocean views and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 16 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near San Diego State University?
Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from San Diego State University. Another good choice is Rodeway Inn San Diego Near SDSU, located just 0.9 mi (1.5 km) away.
How many hotels should I expect to find near San Diego State University?
Expedia has 16 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from San Diego State University.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near San Diego State University, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals near San Diego State University.
What can I see and do near San Diego State University?
San Diego Police Museum, Computer Museum of America and J.A. Cooley Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala, San Diego Voice & Viewpoint and Old Mission Dam are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can watch performances at Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater, AMSD Concerts and Diversionary Theatre if you're interested in local theatre.
How can I get to San Diego State University?
With so many transport options, exploring the area around San Diego State University is easy. Walk to nearby metro stations like SDSU Transit Center Station, Alvarado Station and Grantville Station. You can explore your options for water transport at the port.

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