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Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown

2.0 star property
Motel near Port of San Diego in San Diego

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Exterior
Coffee and/or coffee maker
Exterior
Premium Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, towels
Lobby

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1546 2nd Avenue, San Diego, CA, 92101
  • Place, San Diego Civic Theatre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Waterfront Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of San Diego
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

Oceanside stay.Your stay at this Downtown San Diego motel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Port of San Diego and Petco Park. San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • San Diego Civic Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Waterfront Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Port of San Diego - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • B Street Cruise Ship Terminal - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Seaport Village - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Extraordinary Desserts - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cocina 35 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pappalecco - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Kebab Shop - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Maestro Lounge - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown

Motel near Port of San Diego in San Diego
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown also features a vending machine, laundry facilities, and an elevator. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This San Diego motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 105 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Deli
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown offers 105 accommodations. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

This San Diego motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

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 transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

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
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in stairways (34 inches high)
  • 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (42 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

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 are welcome and stay free
  • Maximum 2 pets

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:

  • Utility fee: USD 2 per accommodation, per night

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.

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

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 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 onsite 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)
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Carte Blanche, debit cards, and cash.
    This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6).

We should mention

  • 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

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

How close is Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown to the airport?

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown is 3 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 Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown?

As of Jan 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown on Jan 20, 2026 start from $49.45, 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 Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown.

How close is Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown to the beach?

This motel is 7.4 mi (12-min drive) from Mission Beach and 6.3 mi (13-min drive) from Coronado Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown offer free breakfast?

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

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

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

Is there free parking at Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown?

Free parking is not available at this motel. Self parking is available for USD 20 per day.

Does Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown have a pool?

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown does not have a pool.

Does Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown to downtown San Diego?

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown is 0.4 mi away from San Diego.

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 351 out of 1248 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 180 out of 1248 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 213 out of 1248 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 177 out of 1248 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 327 out of 1248 reviews

5.8/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

5.2/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Rebecca

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rudy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Relaxing movies it was quiet and nobody bothers you. But I didn't like is it construction going on around the corner and the homelessness,
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Mohannad

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Frederick

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This has got to be the worst hotel I’ve ever stayed at. The bathroom lights didn’t even work, the fan in the bathroom took 5 minutes to kick on. The room stunk of old water, the sink was broken so you had to manually pry open the drain cap. The floor was obviously not mopped as there was gunk stuck there that would have been picked up by just mopping which you can tell they didn’t do. The worst hotel I’ve stayed at, period.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

haron

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The night shift services is really
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

omar

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very poor condition, bunch of homeless around area, nothing like the photos online, toilet was broken and leaking water, room smells like cigarette even though its non smoking, the carpet is extremely dirty, parking space is very limited
dirty carpet
dirty appears like blood
broken toilet
no batteo
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rick

This hotel was one of the dirtiest that I have ever stayed at and had the most things broken or not working. In the room-windows broken, tv stand broken, tub-finish peeling off, some lights/plugs did not work, overall, room was dirty, old and in dis-repair. The carpet in the
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leopoldo

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fandi, Genteng ,Banyuwangi

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

KM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The homeless population needs to be removed from your property. But I enjoyed my stay and was able to rest very well.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Galina

Liked: Amenities
Internet is pretty fast
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Sydney

Disliked: Room comfort
It was a motel 6, the only real complaint was the bed was uncomfortable. Staff were nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Jeffrey

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Marco

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Sketchy area
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Madeline

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sketchy area with a lot of homeless people outside. Close to popular areas in downtown but would not recommend to walk around specially at night. Motel was dirty, windows don’t even have a screen, I called ahead of time to reserve parking, it was charged and when I arrive I was told parking was sold out. I was force to park in a random parking about a block away and then had to walk back with my bags. Room still had dust, shower looked like it had recently been used, smelled like smoke. I know it’s cheap but this place didn’t even meet the minimum requirements. Do not recommend if you’re with kids or minors.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to venue I was visiting. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Eric

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It would be nice if the rooms had a small refrigerator and also a box of Kleenex. There was no shampoo or conditioner and only one wash cloth. The towels were such poor quality.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Benjamin

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was severely disappointed with how misleading the photos online represented the reality. The room I initially received has obvious stains on the floor, smelled like cigarettes even though it said it was a non smoking room and just not well kept. Additionally, upon arriving I was notified of a $20/day parking fee which wasnt listed on the website and when I asked for another room due to the above reasons, they gave me a different one which was just as bad as the one I previously received. This booking lasted for less than an hour before I canceled. The hotel manager refused to give a refund although I prepaid it and called it a penalty. I will never stay here again and wouldn’t recommend it to my worst enemy. Please avoid at all costs.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jorge

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would actually like tohave the rooms how it shows on the pictures
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

isidro

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aponi

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Galina

I
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Galina

Liked: Amenities
I
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025