The Rambler

3.0 star property
Enjoy the outdoor pool at this 3-star Chula Vista motel

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Bay View King Suite | Living area | 50-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, sun loungers

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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225 Bay Blvd, Chula Vista, CA, 91910
  • Place, Chula Vista Center
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego Bay
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Living Coast Discovery Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

Standard King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)
  • 252 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Queen/ Queen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(137 reviews)
  • 252 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Queen/ Queen Plus

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(103 reviews)
  • 252 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

King +

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(109 reviews)
  • 252 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

King ADA

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 252 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Bay View King Suite

  • 520 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Chula Vista

Near the airport.At this Chula Vista motel, you'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Chula Vista Municipal Golf Course - Mountain and 9 miles (15 km) of Petco Park. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are San Diego Convention Center and Balboa Park.

What's nearby

  • Chula Vista Center - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • San Diego Bay - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Chula Vista Bayside Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Living Coast Discovery Center - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Bayfront - E St. Trolley Station - 5 min walk
  • Old Town Transit Center - 16 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Growlers Sports Bar & Taproom - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Roberto's Taco Shop - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Rambler

Enjoy the outdoor pool at this 3-star Chula Vista motel
The Rambler offers its guests an outdoor pool and complimentary bicycles. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

There's an onsite 24-hour business center. An arcade/game room, multilingual staff, and a picnic area are also featured at the business-friendly The Rambler. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Chula Vista motel is smoke free.

  • 117 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Game room or arcade
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Rambler offers 117 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Beds feature memory foam mattresses. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

This Chula Vista motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered once per stay and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Late-night room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 100 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Prepaid credit cards are not accepted for any bookings
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Prepaid credit cards are not accepted for any bookings. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Please note: Guests under 18 cannot check-in without authorization or supervision of an adult.
This hotel will place a credit card authorization equal to the first night of stay for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Rambler to the airport?

The Rambler is 10.5 mi (12-min drive) away from the San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Rambler?

As of Jan 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Rambler on Jan 12, 2026 start from $96.49, 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.

Does The Rambler have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Rambler.

How close is The Rambler to the beach?

This motel is 9.9 mi (32-min drive) from Coronado Municipal Beach and 9.2 mi (15-min drive) from Coronado Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Rambler offer free breakfast?

The Rambler offers free on-the-go breakfast on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Rambler?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Caliente Racetrack Casino (14-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Rambler?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Rambler?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does The Rambler have a pool?

The Rambler features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does The Rambler have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Rambler have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is The Rambler to downtown Chula Vista?

The Rambler is 1 mi away from Chula Vista.

The Rambler Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1381 out of 2016 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 417 out of 2016 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 128 out of 2016 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 2016 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 2016 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Melissa

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Smelled bad
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo, Ontario

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Eli

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, nice cafe with good food and coffee. We saw 2 bugs in our room but found it to be mostly clean. Comfortable beds and free parking. The pool is nice and they have a fireplace going at night. The price is its primary selling point and I would probably stay here again for a short stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
CLEAN ROOM GOOD CUSTOMER SERVICE
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

holly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward, SACRAMENTO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. The beach cruisers were a joy and everyone was very nice and hospitable.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I’m obsessed with how cute this place is. Definitely coming back with my family next time!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No fridge or iron in room and floors were very dirty, otherwise this is a really nice place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing, room was clean and the area is both quiet and accessible to the rest of the city. Would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Milove

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was clean and check in was easy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melony

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelica

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are really nice and the rooms are very clean and with great themed decor! I’ve stayed here probably 4 times now, and I always enjoy my stay when I do. I also like that they have the snack shack adjacent to the cafe - very convenient when you just want a quick snack. Great property that’s safe and remodeled. The only down sides are that there is no fridge or microwave in the room.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Location sits by a trolley station & right next to a casino/restaurant. The marina is a 5 minute drive away. Nice hidden gem I think!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We love the bathroom. The shower water pressure is perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

REBECCA

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

TINGWEI

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myrelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Annette

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iesha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Our room was fun, unique and the hotel was very accessable from the freeway Felt as if we were far away from the city and overlooking the reserve area was a great detachment.. The checkin area staff were friendly and helpful. Loved oir crafted beverages at the cafe. Uniqie de or made it a fun getaway with style. The carpet in our room was less desirable felt wet in areas? Maybe had just been cleaned? Overall our room was excellent clean bedding & linens , the shower head was awesome! All the effort in the character designwas greatly appreciated. Would like to stay here again and bring some froends to roast smores with and swim in the pool too. Looked like a great time.
Loved our room!
Yummy chai!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandeep

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
So nice and clean. The Cafe was awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cesar

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Affordable, Hotel en San Diego, Diego
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025