Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown

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

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Lobby
Lobby
Self parking (USD 20 per day)

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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1546 2nd Avenue, San Diego, CA, 92101
  • Port of San Diego
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • San Diego Convention Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • San Diego Zoo
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double 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 USS Midway Museum. Petco Park and San Diego Zoo are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Port of San Diego - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • USS Midway Museum - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • San Diego Convention Center - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Petco Park - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • San Diego Zoo - 3 min drive - 1.9 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
  • ‪Florentine Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Maru - ‬4 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 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

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 Sep 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown on Oct 5, 2025 start from $65.02, 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.

Reviews

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown Reviews

6.2

6.0/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

5.2/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 340 out of 1247 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 195 out of 1247 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 215 out of 1247 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 173 out of 1247 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 324 out of 1247 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patricio

Traveled with family and small children
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

2/10 Terrible

Sharon

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

Ghetto Motel

The pictures the have are completely Bogus. The room stunk and the flooring was coming up in the room, . My daughter had just had surgery and almost fell because of the flooring coming up. It was a horrible place, full of dogs.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Soultan, West hills

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a property was extremely disgusting no cleanness lots and lots of dust inside of our room it's not kept well and it was false advertisement compare to the pictures we've seen I don't advise anyone to go there
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michael Theodore, OCEANSIDE

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location but expensive parking, rundown and no maid service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Dessiree

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Non working AC unit, no mini fridge, but ok place to just sleep for a night out.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jordana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Pillows were too flat, bits of dirt on the sheets
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Disliked: Amenities
Old facility with little or no recent paint jobs or carpet cleaning. Was very close to downtown and clerks were extremely helpful in my navigation of a new place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Yuji

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Constancio

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was the worst hotel ever, beds that sink and are so old, and I got sick on the first night
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Kyle

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Front desk always polite
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Socorro

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Good stay

It was pleasant but issues with water outage and clogged sink otherwise everyone was kind helpful centrally located access to all we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

jose

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
the stay in this hotel is so much fun because is in downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

GERELINE

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
the property had clean surroundings but, the carpet needed to be cleaned and for God's sake fix the thermostat and the noisy air conditioner
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Yousef

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Water was turned off for an hour without notification, so couldn't shower once turned on black water kept coming out. Slow elevator, room smelled like cig smoke, mold in the bedroom bathroom ceiling painted over. I wouldn't stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Front desk extremely polite.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

mayank

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikya

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Will definitely recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Marcos

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
they did not have pool when the page it said yes they have a pool parking its bad and they charge $20 a night super dirty hotel my room the light from the bathroom did not work tv did not work ac did not work and they never clean my room pluse they dint have securities and homeless people sleeps in the lobby
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Russell

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Made reservation Apr 30, 2025. Change/cancel info says charge for cancellation made after 6:00pm local time on June 6, 2025 are subject to property fee equal to first night’s rate plus taxes and fees. When I cancelled on June 7, 2025 I was told rate, taxes, and fees for full stay were non-refundable. Had you told me that on April 30, 2025 there would have been no reservation. Please refund the excess payment charged to my credit card.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No public bathroom, rooms are musty af
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

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

2/10 Terrible

Sergio

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Tom

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025