Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near University of San Diego

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Lobby
Interior
View from property
View from property
Outdoor pool

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$229
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May

Explore the area

Map
3900 Old Town Avenue, San Diego, CA, 92110
  • Old Town San Diego State Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Hotel Circle
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

Studio, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Studio, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

San Diego

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town puts you in the centre of San Diego, 2.5 km (1.5 mi) from University of San Diego and 2.2 km (1.3 mi) from Marine Corps Recruit Depot. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and Access to hot tub. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a fitness centre and a business centre. Added amenities include a snack bar/deli, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this Old Town San Diego hotel include Old Town San Diego State Park and Pechanga Arena.

What's nearby

  • Old Town San Diego State Park - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Marine Corps Recruit Depot - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • University of San Diego - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Hotel Circle - 4 min drive - 4.7 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 7 min drive - 8.1 km

Getting around

  • Old Town Transit Center - 13 min walk
  • Washington Street Station - 20 min walk
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Coyote - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Old Town Kitchen - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Old Town Mexican Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Miguel's Cocina - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Home & Away - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town

Hotel with free breakfast, near University of San Diego
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town offers its guests an outdoor pool, Access to hot tub, and a fitness centre. There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms. A terrace, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town. For a fee, parking is available.

This San Diego hotel is smoke free.

  • 123 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town offers 123 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features video game consoles and a safe. LCD televisions come with premium cable channels and pay-per-view films. Microwaves and coffee/tea makers are provided. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

This San Diego hotel 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 telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary newspapers and an iron/ironing board. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

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 transport

  • Parking on site (USD 30 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay films
  • Video game console

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 01 April to 31 May:
  • One of the dining venues
  • Bar/Lounge

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self-parking fee: USD 30.00 per night (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, debit card or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town?

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town?

As of 28 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town on 1 May 2025 start from AU$228.63, 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 Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town?

Yep, Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town has a self car park with in/out privileges for USD 30.00 per night.

Are there any beaches close to Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town?

The closest beach to Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town is Mission Beach (6.1 km).

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town have a pool?

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town has an outdoor pool.

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town serve breakfast?

Yep, visitors speak well of the free buffet brekkie here! Available daily between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town?

No, Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Old Town Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 552 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 259 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 106 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1008 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a lovely hotel and everyone working there was so kind and helpful and friendly ! Breakfast was great - will come again 👍🇺🇸
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The front desk was great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Erin

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Damien

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

10/10 Excellent

sara

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Victoria

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

Not so good

Not so good experience, it was the worst but not great as at all. The food wasn’t ready on time in the lobby section. The fridge was off when we arrived and didn’t know so our drinks were hot the first day. The cleaning staff took forever. We stayed out of room from 9am until 2pm and our room still wasn’t made up. The staff was always missing from front desk. The people next to us were loud and singing and 10pm.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Veronica

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Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Debra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Sea World and The Zoo was close. Room very clean, bed comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Lilia

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is old, not well maintained. Bathroom smells. Bathtub is slippery.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Jose

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was hard but if you opt for hotel parking it’s a lot more convenient and stress free
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly, outgoing, and people pleasing.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Alison

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

OK Stay

This used to be our “go-to” hotel when staying in San Diego. It’s within walking distance of historic Old Town (with its shops and many restaurants) and a short drive to other fun spots (like the San Diego Zoo and Seaport Village). The check-in staff have always been very engaging and outgoing but the early morning staff (we normally leave during the 5 a.m. hour) are not (although cordial). The housekeeping staff is also very pleasant. During our staff a little over a week ago we were sad to see that the water fountain was no be longer running in the courtyard (possibly because it appeared that some new artificial turf had recently been laid)-it normally adds such charm to the hotel. We were really dismayed at the mildew in the grout of our shower (I took pictures and video). I wondered how it got that way especially if most rooms get daily cleaning. There was also a mildly damp smell on the other side of our studio room (not strong enough to ask for another room but noticeable). We really used to live staying here, and although I won’t totally rule out coming back, will probably investigate staying at another property for our next visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All 5 star hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Yvonne

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

8/10 Good

Gloria

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Upon arrival there was construction going directly in front and along the hotel entrance. Luckily the parking area is underground and secure. Staff was friendly enough and the breakfast was better than most. But I would not have expected any less for the price of this location. It's extremely close to Old Town so very walkable and convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

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

Coming back.

Good welcome. Clean courtyard Great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Nina

Liked: Staff & service
Noisy, you can here the people in the bext room. We change the next day to a different room but it was a smokey smell.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phet

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet

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

Thumbs up!

The gentleman who checked us in (Aleandro) was very friendly and gave us a great recommendation for a restaurant close by. The morning crew was just as friendly and pleasant. Thumbs up for their service.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julio

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Super clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Raymond

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
There was no wifi. Breakfast seating area is very limited.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025