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The Rambler Motel

3.0 star property
Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of Chula Vista Municipal Golf Course - Mountain

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Memory-foam beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Balcony
Business centre

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
The current price is AU$207
includes taxes & fees
16 June - 17 June

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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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Memory-foam beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

King ADA

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Memory foam bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Satellite channels
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Memory-foam beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Queen/ Queen Plus

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Memory foam bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Satellite channels
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Memory-foam beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

King +

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Memory foam bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Satellite channels
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Bay View King Suite

Bay View King Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Memory foam bed
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Memory-foam beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Queen/ Queen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Memory foam bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Satellite channels
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Floor plan

Standard King

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Memory foam bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Satellite channels
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Chula Vista

At The Rambler Motel, you'll be 9.1 km (5.6 mi) from Chula Vista Municipal Golf Course - Mountain and 11 km (6.8 mi) from Petco Park. Highlights at this motel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .For a drink, you can stop by the motel's own lounge bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour business centre and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning to-go breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Chula Vista motel include San Diego Convention Center and Balboa Park.
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What's nearby

  • Chula Vista Center - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Naval Base San Diego - 3 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Petco Park - 7 min drive - 11.9 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 8 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Balboa Park - 8 min drive - 11.9 km

Getting around

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

Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of Chula Vista Municipal Golf Course - Mountain
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 centre. An arcade/games 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 centre (24 hours)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Games 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 features a hairdryer and free toiletries. Beds feature memory foam mattresses. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

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 telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered once per stay and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily breakfast to-go 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

Restaurants on site

  • Rambler Coffee

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

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 bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

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

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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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-authorise 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 guest room 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-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Children aged 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

What is the cancellation policy at The Rambler Motel?

The Rambler Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Rambler Motel?

As of 15 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Rambler Motel on 16 June 2025 start from AU$207.05, 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.

Is parking available at The Rambler Motel?

Yep, The Rambler Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Rambler Motel?

The closest beach to The Rambler Motel is Coronado Beach (9.5 km).

Does The Rambler Motel have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! The Rambler Motel has a heated pool and a pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

What makes The Rambler Motel a romantic place to stay?

Romance packages and a lounge bar, as well as memory foam beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Rambler Motel.

Does The Rambler Motel serve breakfast?

Sure does, to-go brekkie is on offer daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Rambler Motel?

No, The Rambler Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Rambler Motel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Rambler Motel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Rambler Motel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Rambler Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1231 out of 1848 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 409 out of 1848 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 119 out of 1848 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 1848 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1848 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

Hilda

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

4/10 Poor

Amani

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maryalyce, El Mirage

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute place, not fancy or anything, but has a wonderful cafe. We did not have time to swim, but it looked inviting. Just what we needed for our one-night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

COURTNEY

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property looked like an old apartment building. The soap dispenser in the shower did not have any shower gel, we asked for an iron and ironing board, they gave us a mini ironing board that would not stay up, and the iron was dirty and it stained my husbands white shirt he was gonna wear to a funeral. We had to call for a plunger because the toilet backed up. Asked for more towels and we had to go pick them up. The lights were not bright enough for me to put on my make-up. The hotel is in an area where there are a lot of homeless people walking around outside the motel premises. I’m not sure how this place got an outstanding rating! Expedia you guys should verify your ratings!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyrone

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was amazing from the food the the room to the area to the dining in the cafe was amazing drinks. The pool water wasn’t sanitary that’s really all for the bad part but a good stay
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna J.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thierry, Cancun

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth, San Jacinto

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Rambler had a great vibe! Spunky, and super chill. The room was clean with a comfortable bed, the staff were friendly, and the cafe had good eats. We loved the pool, even though it was a tad too chilly when we stayed. It was within walking distance of the metro line, but a bit out of the way from most major attractions. We utilized Lyft and the metro when touring around. We enjoyed our stay and would recommend it if you're looking for an affordable and unique spot in San Diego.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Veronica

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

10/10 Excellent

Denisse

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is very friendly! Coffee places is so convenient!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mariann

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Nathaniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice, inexpensive hotel with cool, retro vibe. Conveniently located for exploring nearby beaches and public spaces.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erika

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

Nice place

I had a really good stay here. They changed my perspective on motels as this one was very clean and comfortable. They do charge your card the day before check-in which would have been good to know in advance.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice property
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was clean and very nice. The down fall for me was the room didn't have a microwave or a coffee maker.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good job staff.awesome
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Melanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Inger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Marysol

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

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

Perfect spot for a long weekend getaway!

My wife and I stayed at the Rambler for a long weekend away. We went to SeaWorld, San Diego Zoo and the Old Town Trolley Tour. The Rambler’s location was perfect! About 15 minutes from downtown San Diego meant we were not going to be disrupted by a lot of noise (like planes landing and taking off) but still close enough that a quick drive got us to everything. Our room was great! Very clean and it seemed like it was newly renovated. The bed was VERY comfortable and the shower had better water pressure than our shower back home. We ate at the cafe a few times and it was delicious! Parking was the only thing that was a little tight but there’s not much that can be done about that. Plus, it was free! Big plus if you’ve ever stayed in San Diego. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Norma

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

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff at this property go way out of their way to make you feel comfortable and are very responsive to any needs that you express. I would stay here another time without a doubt.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025