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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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Relax in this stylish room with a large bed, wooden desk, and large mirror.
Stroll through the tranquil corridor, surrounded by lush greenery and potted plants, leading to a building with inviting balconies.
Welcome to our hotel lobby, featuring a reception desk, comfortable seating area, and a large glass door leading to the outside.
Welcome to our reception area, featuring a central desk with digital information display and a distinctive tile pattern on the floor.
Guests can park on-site, with ample parking available.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
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

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | 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 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

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, 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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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).
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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
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pappalecco - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Caparells Restaurant - ‬3 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.

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.

Languages

English

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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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • 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
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • 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 Jul 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown on Jul 28, 2025 start from $95.99, 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

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 335 out of 1210 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 205 out of 1210 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 212 out of 1210 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 172 out of 1210 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 286 out of 1210 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

5.4/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Israel

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Duty
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

SURESH

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

Just Ok

The property was close to downtown and a quick Uber ride to everywhere. The rooms and towels were clean. Parking was available as well. The carpets in the common areas needed cleaning and replacement. The property just lacked a cleaning crew in general. Construction was going on, and there was a lot of traffic noise, including sirens.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Better than sleeping in your car

Would only stay here again in an emergency. Front desk people were friendly, professional, responsive. Room was heartbreakingly gloomy. Furniture worn and broken. Mattress and seat to built in chair were not secured, both kept sliding off their platforms, making them both unsafe to sit on. Towels were so worn they felt like paper. Cigarette smells from other rooms came through the bathroom vent. Ventilation/airflow so poor we had to run the AC 24/7, and HVAC so bad it only blew ice cold or desert hot. Parking lot had an extremely tight driving lane.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kalei

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kiel

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cornel

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

4/10 Poor

Harold

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately my room had bedbugs and I had to move to another room.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

william

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service

charged for the room not happy

room was clean but i was charged for the room why i paid for this back in Jan clerk said payment was denied . why why why i would like to speak with a live person
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Mokhtar, Paradiso

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It needs upgrade for its furniture and plumbing, the location is perfect, the convenience and closeness to SD DT is great, but given the price in comparison to the conditions of the rooms it is not fair. Rooms need upgrade, plumbing needs maintenance and definitely change of furniture. Staff is very helpful and amazing, cleanliness is great
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Herman

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cheap. The Place is dirty and the needs repair.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

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

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The front desk was slow. Parking was a surprise fee, I could of stayed somewhere cleaner with free parking and assigned parking was a joke. Ice machine didn't work. Carpets and walls were filthy. The bathroom was not wiped down as you could still see previous person's urine stains on the seat. I'm not a person that complains as I know the front desk people need their job and already had to deal with other unhappy customers, but I didn't think going for the deal online meant staying in such a poor quality place. I don't remember motel 6 being like this before. Thank you and I hope this helps somehow or maybe it'll get disregarded like the conditions, because this didn't happen overnight. It's been a problem.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The front desk staff was warm, genuine,and professional.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Clint

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Zhen

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Won't stay there again.

Carpet in hallway was filthy. Not enough towels. We asked for more and they only gave us 1more towel. We had only 1 washcloth between us. Bed was really uncomfortable. Gardeners work us up at 9am.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Judith

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

jorge

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

10/10 Excellent

Rosalinda

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Christopher

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The crack-head in the room next door making verbal and physical noise, including banging the wall- beginning at 3:00AM, until I left at 6:00AM. I called the front desk twice and complained.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Jie

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
1. Though they claim there is free wifi, my room was not covered at all. I probably got the wifi signal for no more than 5 minutes over 3-day period. 2. They claim the check-in time at 3pm. When I got there by 2:36pm, I was told I need to wait for another 30 minutes though the room is available. 3. There is NO basic cleaning everyday. Is it standard for Motel 6?
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025