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Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown

2.0 star property
Motel with a 24-hour front desk, near Port of San Diego

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Lobby
Lobby
Exterior

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$84
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec

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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

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Cable channels
Wardrobe
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Cable channels
Wardrobe
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Cable channels
Wardrobe
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Premium Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Cable channels
Wardrobe
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Cable channels
Wardrobe
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

San Diego

At Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of popular places like Port of San Diego and San Diego Convention Center. Highlights at this motel include in-room free WiFi and LCD TVs. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a lift. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 20-minute walk of this Downtown San Diego motel include Waterfront Park and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal.
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What's nearby

  • San Diego Civic Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Waterfront Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Port of San Diego - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • B Street Cruise Ship Terminal - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Civic Center Station - 7 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 14 min walk
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 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 with a 24-hour front desk, near Port of 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 a lift. 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)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown offers 105 accommodations. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

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 telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and change of towels can be requested.

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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

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Uncovered parking on site (USD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

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
  • Handrails in stairways (86 centimetre high)
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • 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 lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (107 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 on-site 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 guest room reservation. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site 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) guidelines.

We should mention

  • 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

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

What is the cancellation policy at Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown?

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown?

As of 24 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown on 28 Dec 2025 start from AU$80.99, 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 Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown?

Yep, Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown has an uncovered self car park with in/out privileges for USD 20 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown?

The closest beach to Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown is Mission Beach (10 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown?

No, Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 349 out of 1237 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 179 out of 1237 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 212 out of 1237 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 177 out of 1237 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 320 out of 1237 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

10/10 Excellent

Aponi

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Galina

I
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Galina

Liked: Amenities
I
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Victor

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didnt like it at all
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No heat or cooling in room and it was hot
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

10/10 Excellent

Patricia D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Checking in was easy and friendly. Nice room. Very good air conditioning. Nice bed
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

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

2/10 Terrible

Meghan

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaysen

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shirley

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

Traumatizing

ATTEMPTED FORCED ENTRY BY STAFF. we were told we were chosen as guests of the day which included a complimentary checkout at 12. The next day, a staff member continuously kept harassing us about checking out as we kept informing them about the 12pm checkout. Ultimately they returned and tried to FORCE their way in as i was changing my clothes! Since my partner was there, they were able to keep the door shut bc of the extra lock and once again informed them about being the guests of the day when they finally left us alone!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeremy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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 traveller
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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
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