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Hotel Iris - San Diego

2.5 star property
Hotel near Hotel Circle in San Diego

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Front of property - evening/night
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Reception
Garden
Blackout drapes, wheelchair access

Reviews

5.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

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625 Hotel Cir S, San Diego, CA, 92108
  • Place, Hotel Circle
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Fashion Valley Mall
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego Zoo
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen | Blackout drapes, wheelchair access

Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Blackout drapes, wheelchair access

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • 247 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Blackout drapes, wheelchair access

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Blackout drapes, wheelchair access

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Blackout drapes, wheelchair access

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 247 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Blackout drapes, wheelchair access

Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

Mission Valley stay.Your stay at this Mission Valley hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Hotel Circle and University of San Diego. Riverwalk Golf Club and Fashion Valley Mall are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Hotel Circle - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Fashion Valley Mall - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • University of San Diego - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • San Diego Zoo - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot - 4 min drive - 3.5 miles

Getting around

  • Old Town Transit Center - 3 min drive
  • Fashion Valley Transit Center Station - 18 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Better Buzz Coffee - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar & Store - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Monkey Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Mama G’s Kitchen And Sauce - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Silverlake Ramen - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Hotel Iris - San Diego

Hotel near Hotel Circle in San Diego
As a guest of Hotel Iris - San Diego, you'll find an outdoor pool, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance. Hotel Iris - San Diego also features coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities, and a television in a common area. The front desk is open around the clock.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this San Diego hotel.

  • 79 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
Hotel Iris - San Diego offers 79 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary toiletries and blackout drapes/curtains. 50-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Extended parking on site (USD 20 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20 per accommodation, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 4 children 18 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:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
  • Cleaning fee: USD 3 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee: USD 7.90 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room coffee
  • Internet access
  • Laundry facilities
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access
  • Self parking
  • Spa access

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

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Extended parking fee: USD 20 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 20 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
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 cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards in each accommodation.

Additional parking is available for a surcharge.

We should mention

  • Up to 4 children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Vagabond Inn Circle
Vagabond Inn Circle San Diego
Vagabond Inn Hotel Circle
Vagabond Inn Hotel Circle San Diego
Hotel Iris
Hotel Iris San Diego
Iris San Diego
Hotel Iris - San Diego Hotel
Hotel Iris - San Diego San Diego
Hotel Iris - San Diego Hotel San Diego

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Iris - San Diego to the airport?

Hotel Iris - San Diego is 6.9 mi (15-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 Hotel Iris - San Diego?

As of Oct 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Iris - San Diego on Oct 5, 2025 start from $66.5, 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 Hotel Iris - San Diego have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Iris - San Diego.

How close is Hotel Iris - San Diego to the beach?

This hotel is 6 mi (14-min drive) from Mission Beach and 9.2 mi (21-min drive) from Coronado Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel Iris - San Diego offer free breakfast?

Hotel Iris - San Diego does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Hotel Iris - San Diego?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel Iris - San Diego?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Hotel Iris - San Diego?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Extended parking is available for USD 20 per day.

Does Hotel Iris - San Diego have a pool?

Hotel Iris - San Diego features an outdoor pool.

Does Hotel Iris - San Diego have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Iris - San Diego to downtown San Diego?

Hotel Iris - San Diego is 3.1 mi away from San Diego.

Reviews

Hotel Iris - San Diego Reviews

5.8

5.8/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

5.2/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 201 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 171 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 179 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 160 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 289 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Brandon

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gabriel

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Still have not received my deposit back, 6 days after checking out
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Aubrey

Liked: Cleanliness
When I arrived, I was driving a U-Haul and it would not fit under the awning for hotel Iris so I had to go inside of the Marriott parking lot and go all the way up and around into the Iris parking lot… The guy at the front desk was helpful. It was however, obvious that people who are homeless are coming out of homelessness are staying at Iris in probably 80% of the rooms so I was worried about getting into my U-Haul.Hey I’m just wondering how you guys
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Aryn

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayer beware

This place has a lot of homeless around the area. Every time I left my room someone always asked me for change or in one case a socket wrench. Also every night someone kept knocking on our door asking to come in. There was a dead spider and another bug in the middle of the bathroom. The tub had a rag in it stuffed in the drain, and whenever we took a shower water got all over the floor, which if you don't lay a towel beforehand you will slip like I did, the tile they use has no grip. The desk had paint on it and the drawer handle was missing on one of the drawers there was what I can only assume was chocolate (didn't further investigate this) on the floor.dropped an earbud behind the nightstand and when I went to move it I found someone else's piercing (possibly belly button) another thing to mention when we first entered the room it reaked of weed we kept trying to get the smell out but couldn't. Also be aware that they charge $100 deposit and $11.95 per night "service fee" I didn't receive any service during my stay. Also the hotels home page at the time that I booked, mentioned no service fees and as per SB 478 and AB 537, they are to have full transparency with any and all fees included in a guest's stay. That being said the only positive aspects of this place is the jetted bath tub and the front desk staff the gentleman who checked me in was nice and polite same goes for the young lady who checked me out she was also informative when I asked about the $34.95 charge.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Giselle

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Arf

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

shayla

The staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Ruth

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Checked out as soon as sun came out!

Had car issues and needed a place to stay for the night since it was too late to drive. Found this place on hotels.com and made reservation online. First, guy who checked me in barely spoke English and it was very difficult to understand his accent. Then he told me there was a $100 deposit that I wasn’t made aware of when I made the reservation. He gave me my key and when I went to the room the key wouldn’t work. I had to wait for him to come see what the problem was. The property wasn’t well lit and there were a lot of suspicious individuals roaming around which made me worried for my safety, so I waited for him in my car. When he got there he opened the room with his key and sure enough the rm had obviously been used and not yet cleaned. I had to get back in my car and drive to the reception again so he could give me another rm. This time the key worked, thank God, because it had gotten very late and I was exhausted and starving (no food available at hotel, not even a vending machine or snacks). Rm smelled so musty it made me nauseous. I turned on the AC and good thing I was carrying an essential oil that I put on the vent to freshen up the room. Rm was clean enough but definitely old and in need of updating. Didn’t trust taking a bath in their jet tub; who knows if they disinfect well. Made extra sure all locks worked and moved desk in front of the door. I could hear people passing by all night so I barely slept and felt very unsafe. Maybe drug deals happening? Want $ back
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Edwin

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms smell like smoke and they won’t do anything about it
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jesse

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Horrible rooms never ever staying there I walked in and walked right out room was all moldy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Margarita

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked a kitchen as one of my requirements when booking. I was give a jacuzzi rm and no food vouchers or a way out of my reservation. I did not contact Expedia to fight this since I was on vacation and not in fight mode
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Christopher

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Checked in, asked about the pool and hot tub, there wasn’t a hot tub like they claim, get to the room and it smells, the sheets are dirty, remote and tv don’t work, we were given two towels for four people and an additional deposit for this crap hole upon arrival. Don’t recommend!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Wendy

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room smelled of weed. The furnishings were old. No plug for the jacuzzi bath tub so couldn’t use it. Other guests were loud all night long and sketchy. Will never stay there again and do not recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harvey

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Chantel

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This place is a dump. It’s nothing like the pictures show. The furniture is in bad shape. The wood floor was broken.The tub was dirty and it had hair in it. There is a lot of people walking around the parking lot in the middle of the night. Did not feel safe.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Hung

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Henry

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
There was dried up blood stains on the bed and shower tub. There was about 100 nat flies flying around. It was absolutely disgusting. I ran out of there. I walked in the room and left. The room was gross.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Annalyse

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Ivan

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Elix

Traveled with group
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
El cuarto olía muy mal la verdad muy mal
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dirty and gross
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Richard

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Alejandro

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

The Trap Hotel

Cheapest hotel in the area for a reason. Seems like a lot of the rooms are occupied as housing for drug addicts. First night i was accosted by a woman who was clearly strung out on something. My next door neighbor had random people stopping by the room all day and all night; lots of arguing about "collecting stuff" from them. And to top it all off my room reeked of chlorine that became apparent was used to try and hide the HEAVY smell of cigarette smoke. Burn holes on the curtains as well. If youre on a steep budget, then i guess this is your best best. Free parking which is nice. Other than that I think I'll just save some more money for a better place next time.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Mark

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Coachroches remote for tv didn’t work
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wouldn't recommend

Not the beat place to stay definitely wouldn't recommend it seen to be more people living there them actually staying there
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025