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The Rambler Motel

3.0 star property
3-star motel near San Diego Bay

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Bay View King Suite | Living area | 50-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV
Balcony
1 bedroom, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service

Explore the area

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225 Bay Blvd, Chula Vista, CA, 91910
  • Naval Base San Diego
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Petco Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • San Diego Convention Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

King ADA

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 252 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Queen/ Queen Plus

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(91 reviews)
  • 252 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

King +

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(100 reviews)
  • 252 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Bay View King Suite | 1 bedroom, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Bay View King Suite

  • 520 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Queen/ Queen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(113 reviews)
  • 252 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Floor plan

Standard King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)
  • 252 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Chula Vista

Near the airport.At this Chula Vista motel, you'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Chula Vista Municipal Golf Course - Mountain and 9 miles (15 km) of Petco Park. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are San Diego Convention Center and Balboa Park.
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What's nearby

  • Chula Vista Center - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Naval Base San Diego - 3 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Petco Park - 7 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • San Diego Convention Center - 8 min drive - 7.7 miles
  • Balboa Park - 8 min drive - 7.4 miles

Getting around

  • Bayfront - E St. Trolley Station - 5 min walk
  • Old Town Transit Center - 16 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Galley At The Marina - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Roberto's Taco Shop - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Rambler Motel

3-star motel near San Diego Bay
The Rambler Motel offers its guests an outdoor pool and complimentary bicycles. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

There's an onsite 24-hour business center. An arcade/game room, multilingual staff, and a picnic area are also featured at the business-friendly The Rambler Motel. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Chula Vista motel is smoke free.

  • 117 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Game room or arcade
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Rambler Motel offers 117 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Beds feature memory foam mattresses. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

This Chula Vista motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered once per stay and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Jul 21 - Jul 22
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily on-the-go breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 6 to 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Late-night room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 100 per stay

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.

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately USD 6 to 15 per person

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Prepaid credit cards are not accepted for any bookings
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Prepaid credit cards are not accepted for any bookings. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Please note: Guests under 18 cannot check-in without authorization or supervision of an adult.
This hotel will place a credit card authorization equal to the first night of stay for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • 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

Chula Vista Good Nite Inn
Rambler Motel Chula Vista
Good Nite Inn Motel Chula Vista
Good Nite Chula Vista
Good Nite Inn San Diego South Bay Hotel Chula Vista
Good Nite Inn Chula Vista Motel
Rambler Chula Vista
The Rambler Motel Motel
The Rambler Motel Chula Vista
The Rambler Motel Motel Chula Vista

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Rambler Motel to the airport?

The Rambler Motel is 10.5 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 The Rambler Motel?

As of Jun 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Rambler Motel on Jun 29, 2025 start from $116.1, 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 The Rambler Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Rambler Motel.

How close is The Rambler Motel to the beach?

This motel is 9.9 mi (32-min drive) from Coronado Municipal Beach and 9.2 mi (15-min drive) from Coronado Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Rambler Motel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Rambler Motel, but to-go breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 6 and 15 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Rambler Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Caliente Racetrack Casino (14-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Rambler Motel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Rambler Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does The Rambler Motel have a pool?

The Rambler Motel features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does The Rambler Motel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Rambler Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is The Rambler Motel to downtown Chula Vista?

The Rambler Motel is 1 mi away from Chula Vista.

The Rambler Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1237 out of 1852 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 407 out of 1852 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 118 out of 1852 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1852 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1852 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very cute and well maintained. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My only real issue I had with the property was always out of main breakfast items ( eggs and Hashbrowns)

8/10 Good

Oscar

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the location and quietness
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Natalie

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We checked in then immediately left because the area felt unsafe. It’s just a converted motel 6. The hotel would not refund our night even though we left. Very disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

thomas

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

Nice and clean

Nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randal

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, clean and comfortable. Surrounding area not the best but acceptable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shalon

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Omar

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

6/10 Okay

Jesmarie

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey

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

8/10 Good

Claude

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pongmon

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Caesar

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

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place can’t beat it for the price
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The rooms were clean and the beds super comfortable. Cafe service wasnt good 😕. Will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isabel, Downey

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable beds and bedding. Cute retro decor. My kids enjoyed the pool. And the cafe serves delicious breakfast sandwiches!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anai

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I adore this hotel, having stayed somewhere else during an earlier part of my trip I really appreciated coming to the Rambler and how comfy and cozy the rooms are! The on-site coffee shop is hugely convenient and the staff are lovely, the food from the coffee shop is always freshly prepared and so delicious! Plenty of places to eat close by too if you fancy something different!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerri

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernabe

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josue

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hilda

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