Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown

2.0 star property
Motel in San Diego, near Port of San Diego

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Exterior
Exterior
Coffee and/or coffee maker
Premium Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator | Bathroom
Lobby

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$113
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb

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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

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

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

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

Highlights

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

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

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

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

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
Desk chair
  • 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.

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
  • Seaport Village - 17 min walk - 1.5 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
  • ‪Ocho Mexican Food & Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cocina 35 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pappalecco - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown

Motel in San Diego, 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 7 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 9 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown on 18 Feb 2026 start from AU$102.69, 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. 345 out of 1244 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 178 out of 1244 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 212 out of 1244 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 175 out of 1244 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 334 out of 1244 reviews

5.8/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

5.0/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Mario

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rhea Eliza

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Vanessa

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

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

10/10 Excellent

Mukilan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was as described, well-lit and comfortable. The central air conditioning worked great. They were also willing to store my 1 bag at the reception on my last day once I checked out. Very convenient location with public transport available nearby and the historic downtown / Gaslamp Quarter in walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

jose

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have four ac service
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyner

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Staff was very nice :)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ermalinda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was great no complaints
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Celeste

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Yeimi

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
No parking available at property, had to park 2 blocks down the street
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tobias

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly, but unfortunately that was the only positive part of our experience. The hallway carpets were extremely dirty and there were strange smells throughout the floor. Our room had almost no lighting, and we even found dead bugs on the bed. Because of this, we decided not to stay and left shortly after checking in. There also appeared to be prostitution and people setting up tents around the hotel, which made the area feel unsafe.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Stacia, Colorado Springs

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice. Property has a lot of houseless people around, but is fairly close to good restaurants and sites. Our room was dirty: mold in shower, metal A/C cover on the ceiling was missing screws and hanging down, sticky floor, and dirty walls. Bed was quite lumpy and bathroom door wouldn’t shut/was hanging on with one hinge. Would not stay there again despite the nice staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

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

2/10 Terrible

Ricardo

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room smelled disgusting , the parking sucks
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mariana

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was hot broken A.C it was drity smell like cigarettes and it said non smokers. Bad bad stay, parking was a block away and had to pay for parking. Never again would i book in this hotel 6.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chloe

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnny, Santa Ana

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xiaojie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pablo helped us to check in. Thanks.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

christian

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The place is okay if you are by yourself, not concern about appearance, no more than one or two nights, dirty hallway carpet (clean room), no amenities in the room, not to concern about living your vehicle in an open parking lot (I had my vehicle spray with clear paint throughout and did not notice until I got home the next day 10/21/25), security cameras but not being monitored as homeless people go in and out through the parking lot. The best part of this place, is 15 to 20 minutes walking to Little Italy and Waterfront Park. User be aware....this place is not for every body!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025