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Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown

2.0 star property
Travelers find the perfect blend of convenience and comfort at this downtown spot, with high-speed WiFi for easy connectivity and a handy deli for quick bites

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Located near Waterfront Park and Port of San Diego, Motel 6 Downtown is a practical base for city explorers. Guests enjoy free in-room WiFi, on-site laundry, and a snack bar for convenient refreshments. The staff offers helpful guidance for navigating San Diego's attractions.

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is ฿2,409
฿3,016 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar

Room options

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Desk chair
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Desk chair
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Desk chair
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Desk chair
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Desk chair
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
6.8 out of 10, 1,007 reviews
The price is ฿2,966
฿3,349 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
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About the area

Located in Downtown San Diego, a neighbourhood in San Diego, Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown is near the airport and near the beach. Port of San Diego and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit San Diego Zoo and Waterfront Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Petco Park or Snapdragon Stadium. Visit our San Diego travel guide
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1546 2nd Avenue, San Diego, CA, 92101

What's nearby

  • Waterfront Park
    Waterfront Park
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Disney Wonder Cruise Ship. Halloween on the High Seas. #lifeatexpedia #golden
    Port of San Diego
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • San Diego! #Golden #Perspectives #Nature
    B Street Cruise Ship Terminal
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Seaport Village featuring a bay or harbor
    Seaport Village
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • SanDiego_SanDiegoConventionCenter_6125294_006
    San Diego Convention Center
    2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Civic Center Station
    7 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot
    14 min walk
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    12 min drive

Restaurants

  • Extraordinary Desserts
    5 min walk
  • Ocho Mexican Food & Cafe
    6 min walk
  • Cocina 35
    6 min walk
  • Starbucks
    7 min walk
  • Pappalecco
    5 min walk

About this property

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown

Motel near Port of San Diego
Close to Waterfront Park and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal, Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown provides laundry facilities, a snack bar/deli and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), a lift and a 24-hour front desk
  • A vending machine and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 105 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Guests reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, daily housekeeping and desks

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Uncovered parking on site (USD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways (86 centimetre high)
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (107 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Utility fee: USD 7 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: USD 20 per day (in/out privileges)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6)

Property is also known as

6 San Diego Downtown
Motel 6 San Diego Downtown
San Diego Downtown Motel 6
Motel Six San Diego
Motel 6 San Diego Downtown Hotel San Diego
San Diego Motel Six
San Diego Motel 6
6 Diego, Ca Downtown Diego

Frequently asked questions

Is Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown?

As of 9 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown on 11 Mar 2026 start from ฿2,409, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown?

Self-parking is available for USD 20 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown located?

Located in Downtown San Diego, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of San Diego Civic Theatre and Waterfront Park. Port of San Diego and San Diego Convention Center are also within 1 mile (2 km). Civic Center Station is 7 minutes by foot and Civic Center Station is 7 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown Reviews

6.2

5.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

7.0

Staff & service

5.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 341 out of 1235 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 174 out of 1235 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 210 out of 1235 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 173 out of 1235 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 337 out of 1235 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was really pleasant and there's a Krisp grocery store nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

veana

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was fine. The motel itself is in poor condition. I will never stay in a motel 6 again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Staff & service
Staff was very nice :)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I’ve stayed here a few times and never had an issue. Aside from sleeping too late in that comfortable room
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, the hotel is definitely run down, there is no free parking it is 20 a day. Staff is super sweet, I would book again only because of the staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Room was fine. for the most part the staff was fine as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mukilan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was as described, well-lit and comfortable. The central air conditioning worked great. They were also willing to store my 1 bag at the reception on my last day once I checked out. Very convenient location with public transport available nearby and the historic downtown / Gaslamp Quarter in walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xiaojie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pablo helped us to check in. Thanks.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Checking in was easy and friendly. Nice room. Very good air conditioning. Nice bed
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place close to the pier! Close to the trains and great restaurants!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Gabriella

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Quiet hotel. Beds were pretty uncomfortable but we managed
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
friendly staff at all times of the day.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Stacia

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice. Property has a lot of houseless people around, but is fairly close to good restaurants and sites. Our room was dirty: mold in shower, metal A/C cover on the ceiling was missing screws and hanging down, sticky floor, and dirty walls. Bed was quite lumpy and bathroom door wouldn’t shut/was hanging on with one hinge. Would not stay there again despite the nice staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcelo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelentt service
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Richard

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All staff I dealt with were polite, professional and had an upbeat demeanor. Arrived prior to check-in and front desk held my bags and called me when my room was ready. The facility is not maintained to a level I am use to at the other major chains and if my wife was alive she would have walked out the door and rated this POOR. The common area rugs were filthy with large areas of stains from passage and spills and the same paper and plastic debris on the 4th floor present for my 3 days stay. The room's linen was clean and there were no bugs, as expected. The bathroom door edge was sticky to the touch. The laminated table edges were lifted due to moisture contacting the particle board. The rooms one chair was dirty as evidenced when I wiped it with a damp wash cloth. One set of curtains had small holes and was hanging off its track. There were no shades to allow indirect light and the room only contained dark curtains that had to be kept drawn for simple privacy. As such the room was depressing due to my choice of privacy over outdoor daylight. The bathroom metal door frame was corroded with holes through on one side to a height of about 2 inches.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
friendly staff, clean facility. the surrounding area is noisy. it is in a prime location at an affordable price. i would stay at this location again but book a premium room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

claudette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed the way the staff was so helpful David the manager was extra helpful. I needed anything. They let me know that I could have help and they did everything they could to help me and assist me as I have a disability. I really appreciate the staff service. Thank you so much.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Guest of the day wasnt sure what that was about but it gave me an upgraded room because of it. Ill be rebooking here even if it was a one time deal the price was good and the level of noise being in the city was very low for being near the busy area. The front desk staff was great helped me with all my questions and made everything swift.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hector

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very kind, no need to leave deposit. Old but clean, good price!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Theodora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was amazing, helpful, and positive and good vibe. The room was... a room. The floor was dirty still. Walls had splashes or food here and there. It was.... It did its job for the night. Bed was comfortable atleast!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Jessica

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and accommodating, however there was no AC in the hotel. The air was blowing (barely), but it wasn't cold air. You could see a lot of debris in the vents and I think a filter change and cleaning of the HVAC system is in order. We switched rooms 3x hoping one would have AC, the third room was the best but far from being a comfortable temp. The location is great and located in walking distance to eateries and the harbor, albeit a bit of a rough neighborhood.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Rooms are decent for the price and met our needs. Love how close it is to everything... restaurants, stadium, Gaslamp, and even stores. One of the rooms had a light that wasn't working but staff did come up to fix it. We paid for parking but came back to the hotel late one night and someone else was parked in our assigned space. Thankfully we were allowed to park in the handicap space, otherwise we would of had no where to park.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025