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

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

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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 Seaport Village 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 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 Dec 13, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown on Dec 18, 2025 start from $51.48, 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. 350 out of 1244 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 179 out of 1244 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 216 out of 1244 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 179 out of 1244 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 320 out of 1244 reviews

5.8/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

5.2/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Jason

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We tried to check in early and were told that an additional fee would apply. We agreed and then were told that the room was NOT ready after all and that we would receive a phone call in an hour to let me know the status. We walked around for a bit and then sat in the car for a while. After 90 minutes then I called the hotel to check the status and was told "oh, yeah, you guys can come back". So we checked in, got the room and grabbed all the stuff from the car. Got up to the room after walking on stained tile, stained carpet and smoke smell down the hall to the only room that the maintenance man was in. He said that the room was not ready to be occupied so we went BACK down to the lobby where we stood a while until the room situation could be figured out. We were "guests of the day" and so we were to be upgraded to a bigger room but that must've been the one that was not available since once we got to the new room, it was like 15x15 max. I stewed a while and walked around the other parts of the hotel and was disgusted. I could not bring myself to stay there, so packed up, went downstairs to try and explain the situation - no one was around for quite some time so I left the keys and the parking pass on the desk and went to a Comfort Inn. I definitely would not recommend this hotel since the bad definitely outweighed the good. Good price and location, bad everything else. The budget price is not worth staying here. I will never stay motel 6 again since this left such a bad tast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Martin

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sam

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

Refund please...

This Hotel was extremely dirty and unsafe. There were homeless individuals laying just outside the front doors to this Hotel. We checked in and to find out more homeless individuals were walking around the hallways on different floors. Upon entering our room, the room was dust central. Dust had settled everywhere. Filthy bed and dirty sheets. We had one of the worst experiences ever.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Zephan

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed had some stains and EVERY surface was sticky like nobody ever wiped anything down. I was happier leaving the stay..😬
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

claudette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed the way the staff was so helpful David the manager was extra helpful. I needed anything. They let me know that I could have help and they did everything they could to help me and assist me as I have a disability. I really appreciate the staff service. Thank you so much.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Nancy

Traveled with family

Cleanliness and local was poor.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

4/10 Poor

Rhonda

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All hall carpets need cleaning or replacing. This stay was an over all let down
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff always greet me with smiles and warmth. They go above and beyond to meet any spe ual needs ive expressed and make my stay peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Natalie

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I wanna start by saying the faculty was very nice and helpful. Unfortunately, the same time that we checked in, we checked out the room was very dirty. I did take some pictures. There was also marijuana piece on the floor very unsafe for my dog and a really bad homeless Encounter outside of the facility. The room also had dried up dog poop on the floor. I took videos and pictures and I would like a refund.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Jessica

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and accommodating, however there was no AC in the hotel. The air was blowing (barely), but it wasn't cold air. You could see a lot of debris in the vents and I think a filter change and cleaning of the HVAC system is in order. We switched rooms 3x hoping one would have AC, the third room was the best but far from being a comfortable temp. The location is great and located in walking distance to eateries and the harbor, albeit a bit of a rough neighborhood.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stay here for the price not the comfort

Customer service at the hotel was amazing. However there was no air conditioning for 3 days! Beds are very uncomfortable! Not near the train station. Price was good though.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Chante

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

Needs renovation but great customer service

The hotel was not to the standard of the photos posted. Motel 6 needs to be renovated. We had a 2 day stay over Labor Day weekend . I was not aware of the parking rules unexpected expense and experience if the parking spaces are full you have to park down the street and there is a charge we paid $20 a day but was able to get a parking spot the next stay . A lot homeless outside, smelled like be when we first arrived outside. However Lani the first desk associate was really amazing and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Melissa

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Parking was unorganized and “overbooked “, a/c starting leaking, wasn’t clean
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Toni

Liked: Staff & service

Ok fro pruce point.

Requested smoke free room. Room smelled like cigarettes and had burn marks on floors and bathtub. Deak was worn out.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

aurora

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was really hot in the room, AC not working
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mike

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The elevator had a strange smell. The 3rd floor also had a different strange smell. There were people constantly running, screaming, and stomping on both third and forth floors. The security latch on my door was broken off like the door was kicked in or something. There was a ceiling tile hanging loose from the ceiling, the toilet seat was broken, and the floor throughout the room and bathroom. The entire experience was so overwhelming I could not stay in the room over night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Carlos

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff told us they rent out the whole parking lot for the night so it was inconvenient to find parking. My boyfriend and I were adjusting the bed and also found a whole condom!!! We didn’t get a full refund or change or rooms. Be better/cleaner motel 6!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabina

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Christopher A

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was filthy. Bed didn’t have cushioning on one side. Leaky pvc pipe hanging from ceiling.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

AC WAS OUT!!

The hotel was honestly disgusting. The elevator took FOREVER each time I took it. The air conditioning was out during our stay, so we ended up leaving and not even sleeping there since it was so hot. We asked the front desk and it was out in the entire building, they also didn't have enough fans for everyone. The 2 things I can say is the bed was comfortable while we were there even though we only sat on it and didn't sleep in it, and the staff was so amazing. They were kind and dealing with all of the complaints so gracefully. They were very apologetic even though it was in no way their fault. Excellent staff, especially the girl with the green hair, she was great. I would never recommend this place to anyone though.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yamilex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Juliana

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I never do reviews but this was my first time staying at a Motel 6 and it was a horrible experience. I had a reservation made a month in advance for 8/22-8/23. Traveled from LA to SD. Upon arrival there was long line of people checking out. When finally given our room my husband and I rushed up to drop off our luggage and quickly get ready as we were running late for an appt. The halls were dirty, the room smelled like it had been closed for days in the heat. I turned on the air and realized it wasn't running properly. I thought it was probably because of the heat and it hasnr been used and needs some time. 25 mins in and we call from desk and tell them that the room doesn't have functioning AC. They offer a new room, we take our belongings down stairs at this point it's late for our appt we opt to leave our stuff in the car and just bring it back up when we get back later. Big mistake. Hours later we go upstairs and the new room is HOT the AC DOESNT WORK. THERES NO AIR CIRCULATION AT ALL. I felt like in as suffocating. We call from desk again and we are asked to go back down they offer a different room but we just heard 3 other people complain and leave for the same reason. At this point I'm feeling sick my blood pressure is high, I just need to rest, we asked for a refund and we are told to talk to Yoli the GM tomorrow morning so she can approve it. It is now Tuesday 8/26 and she denied a refund, failed to even offer a partial or at the least a credit of some sort.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Karin

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025