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San Diego Downtown Lodge

2.0 star property
Hotel near San Diego City College in San Diego

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Hallway
Lobby sitting area
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
32-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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1345 10th Avenue, San Diego, CA, 92101
  • Place, Balboa Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Petco Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego Convention Center
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Run of the House

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

Oceanside stay.At this Downtown San Diego hotel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of San Diego City College and Copley Symphony Hall. Also, Balboa Park is within half a mile (1 km) and Petco Park is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • San Diego City College - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Balboa Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Petco Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • San Diego Convention Center - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • USS Midway Museum - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • City College Trolley Station - 7 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 8 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Roxy’s Tacos - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Del Taco - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cocina 35 - ‬5 min walk

About this property

San Diego Downtown Lodge

Hotel near San Diego City College in San Diego
As a guest of San Diego Downtown Lodge, you'll find a vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly San Diego Downtown Lodge also features coffee/tea in a common area, concierge services, and express check-in. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This San Diego hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • No smoking on site
San Diego Downtown Lodge offers 32 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered once per stay. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking; discounts available
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 27.62 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays 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:

  • Deposit: USD 200 per accommodation, per stay
  • Breakage deposit: USD 100.00 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.

  • Pet fee: USD 27.62 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
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. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

San Diego Downtown Lodge
San Diego Downtown Lodge Motel
San Diego Downtown Lodge Hotel
San Diego Downtown Lodge San Diego
San Diego Downtown Lodge Hotel San Diego

Frequently asked questions

How close is San Diego Downtown Lodge to the airport?

San Diego Downtown Lodge is 3.3 mi (11-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 San Diego Downtown Lodge?

As of Jun 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at San Diego Downtown Lodge on Jun 29, 2026 start from $141, including 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 San Diego Downtown Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at San Diego Downtown Lodge.

How close is San Diego Downtown Lodge to the beach?

This hotel is 8.2 mi (13-min drive) from Mission Beach and 12.4 mi (18-min drive) from La Jolla Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does San Diego Downtown Lodge offer free breakfast?

San Diego Downtown Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at San Diego Downtown Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at San Diego Downtown Lodge?

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

Is there free parking at San Diego Downtown Lodge?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does San Diego Downtown Lodge have a pool?

San Diego Downtown Lodge does not have a pool.

Does San Diego Downtown Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is San Diego Downtown Lodge to downtown San Diego?

San Diego Downtown Lodge is 0.4 mi away from San Diego.

San Diego Downtown Lodge Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 256 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 166 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 191 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 133 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 254 out of 1000 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

5.2/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Damine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel, need better towels and pillows
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Christopher

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Nice stay can’t complain .
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Juana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was very clean and the staff at the front desk was very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

JEFFREY

Disliked: Amenities
The room is ok, basic with a frig and microwave I just used it for sleeping, showering and changing clothes. It is right downtown that is convenient. Also you can hop right onto the interstate.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very helpful, room was tired but about what you’d expect for the price. Main issue is the location, it’s sandwiched between the freeway and the off-ramp, and with zero soundproofing traffic noise was constant and surprisingly clear.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Deisy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is just bad. Liked bad bad bad like i stayed there for like two hours just cause i was on the phone. It’s cold, dirty and you can hear everything outside like literally everything. If you really want to rest stay away from this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Did not use business facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Jesus Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The stay was good and comfortable. Although the wifi was extremely slow.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shaun

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

Great stay!

For the price, this place was great. Nice friendly staff and clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are really nice here. A convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Darrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good price and the staff is excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness
average cheap motel, the kind you see on first 48. Front Desk guy was cool and friendly. Rooms a little beat up but not bad, better than extended stay america for half the price. overall not too bad
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

Ana Karen

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are quite old and are reflected in details that show they’ve worn off and cover the basics, it’s clean and a good option if you want to be close to downtown for a cheaper option just keep in mind you get what you pay for or maybe a bit less. The bathroom amenities are a nice addition and clean as well and have a tub and hair dryer, also air conditioned. The bed is a bit squeaky and keep in mind it can get very noisy at night due to upstairs neighbors or the street. There are some homeless people outside but they’re harmless, we walked at 4 am after a concert on the street and it was perfectly fine.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Claudia R

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very courteous but building needs a lot of renovation and the area is too noisy all night
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The clerk at the front desk was friendly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Seabury Gould

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was spartan but clean. Staff was friendly enough.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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4/10 Poor

Mareo

Disliked: Amenities
The location of the Hotel was good
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Noemi Gonzalez

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The one star is for the “front desk lady” she was lovely, great personality, and helpful. The lodge is nothing like the advertising. This location is very loud, quite dingy and dirty. The room was a “nonsmoking room” that reeked of marijuana and smoke. Including the squeaking and terrible bedding. !! Overall I don’t recommend this Lodge.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Joseph

Disliked: Amenities
I read previous reviews about the location & noise. Very correct! Neighborhood dirty with trash thrown about, heavy traffic with exhaust fumes and many homeless smoking their herbs or whatever. Noise level was off the charts. Many suspicious looking people would stare at me when I'd look out the window (which had no screens). Hotel sits on a street with traffic (and contributing noise) going on all around. How many sirens can there be? Did not feel safe to walk out after dark.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Angelo

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Definitely was not as advertised as the pictures
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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4/10 Poor

Craig

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room didn’t look like the photos, AC barely worked, room had an odd smell, staff wasn’t helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Wisam

Close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hiu Fan

Liked: Staff & service
The staffs are very helpful and friendly. The place is clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Javier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Served the purpose we needed and was close to Gaslamp, Little Italy and Airport.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025