The Rambler Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star motel near San Diego Bay

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Bay View King Suite | Living area | 50-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV
Memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Reviews

9.0 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, Chula Vista Bayside Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

Standard King

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

Queen/ Queen

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

Queen/ Queen Plus

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

King +

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

King ADA

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

Bay View King Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 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
  • Living Coast Discovery Center - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Bayfront - E St. Trolley Station - 6 min walk
  • Old Town Transit Center - 17 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Growlers Sports Bar & Taproom - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Old Hickory Steakhouse - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Rambler Hotel

3-star motel near San Diego Bay
The Rambler Hotel 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 Hotel. 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 Hotel 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.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

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

Chula Vista Good Nite Inn
Rambler Motel Chula Vista
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Good Nite Inn San Diego South Bay Hotel Chula Vista
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Rambler Chula Vista
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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Rambler Hotel to the airport?

The Rambler Hotel is 11.1 mi (21-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 Hotel?

As of Mar 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Rambler Hotel on Mar 25, 2026 start from $126, including 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 Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Rambler Hotel.

How close is The Rambler Hotel to the beach?

This motel is 9.9 mi (29-min drive) from Coronado Municipal Beach and 9.4 mi (13-min drive) from Coronado Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Rambler Hotel offer free breakfast?

The Rambler Hotel 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 Hotel?

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 Hotel?

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

Is there free parking at The Rambler Hotel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does The Rambler Hotel have a pool?

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

Does The Rambler Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Rambler Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is The Rambler Hotel to downtown Chula Vista?

The Rambler Hotel is 1 mi away from Chula Vista.

The Rambler Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1406 out of 2067 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 428 out of 2067 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 137 out of 2067 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 2067 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 2067 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Melissa

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

10/10 Excellent

Blake

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent budget hotel! Totally recommend
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin, Aliso Viejo

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean room, room service was great. Front desk staff nice and courteous, I enjoyed my stay and look forward to staying there again
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edik Camacho

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jasmine

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pouriya

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

kassandra

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the overall design of the hotel is so fun! rooms were exceptionally clean. the cafe was a bonus!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela, Bakersfield

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Amadou

Liked: Staff & service
Everything was good just my room AC was a bit noisy. Good place and lot to see around
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I've always been a fan of small motels and hotels and this was exactly what I was looking for. Easy to get around in a good location. The staff was awesome and having a coffee shop and a restaurant at the hotel was perfect. You gotta go check this out.
Stayed 15 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, good location
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marvin Jay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Most likely will return here for future stays
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Graeme

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean room, friendly staff. No fridge in room (they say they're coming soon). Nice atmosphere.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room but smelled bad. Staff was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Grace

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was clean and comfortable. Mostly quiet with the occasional talking from other guests. We have eaten at the cafe there and the food is good but today we went for breakfast but there was only one person working. Other tables were waiting for their order and other guests left. We did as well. I think people should get their coffee first so they have something then their breakfast can get to the table later. Maybe not the most ideal suggestion but staffing was a problem. There were 2 people at the desk but only one person in the cafe. It’s too bad that the guest discount will be discontinued January 1, 2026. We may come back to stay but eat elsewhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Candace

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was what we expected. Staff was PHENOMENAL and what made the trip worth it. They were very helpful and ready to assist with any needs. Unfortunately, the pool was being serviced during the time here, but Kimberly was a problem solver and gave us options on where to go. I thought the lobby was really cool and retro with arcade games. Coffee was great as well. I would definitely recommend the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nico

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless, cafe was great, parking was easy. Wanted to stay non "big chain" for a night & glad we did. Had a suite, very spacious - only downside, no microwave in a big kitchenette.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Adnan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service, clean room, great comfortable bed. Excellent thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zahra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
that was a great experience
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025