Located in downtown San Diego, San Diego Downtown Lodge offers a welcoming atmosphere. Connect with free in-room WiFi, take advantage of helpful concierge services and luggage storage. Express check-in and out ensure a smooth stay.
San Diego Convention Center - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
USS Midway Museum - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
Balboa Park - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
San Diego Zoo - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
Getting around
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 11 min drive
San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 13 min drive
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 25 min drive
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 38 min drive
Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 40 min drive
Old Town Transit Center - 10 min drive
San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 16 min drive
San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 21 min walk
City College Trolley Station - 7 min walk
5th Avenue Station - 9 min walk
Civic Center Station - 11 min walk
Restaurants
McDonald's - 4 min walk
Jack in the Box - 6 min walk
Del Taco - 4 min walk
Cocina 35 - 5 min walk
SHAKE Bar & Lounge - 4 min walk
About this property
San Diego Downtown Lodge
At San Diego Downtown Lodge, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Petco Park and Port of San Diego. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and parasailing. Also, San Diego Convention Center and Balboa Park are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: City College Trolley Station is 7 minutes and 5th Avenue Station is 9 minutes.
Languages
English, Hindi, Spanish
At a glance
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Hotel size
32 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in/out available
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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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
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children
One child (12 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Onsite parking limited
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Coffee/tea in a common area
Room service
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Bicycle rentals nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Segway rentals/tours nearby
Skydiving nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch LCD TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Turndown service
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free long-distance and local calls
More
Housekeeping (once per stay)
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 200 per accommodation, per stay
Breakage deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 27.62 per pet, per night
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector on site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
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
Does San Diego Downtown Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, San Diego Downtown Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at San Diego Downtown Lodge?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 27.62 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at San Diego Downtown Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at San Diego Downtown Lodge?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at San Diego Downtown Lodge and nearby?
Have fun with activities like cycling, hiking, and kayaking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes segway rentals.
What's the area around San Diego Downtown Lodge like?
San Diego Downtown Lodge is in Downtown San Diego, a short 7-minute walk from City College Trolley Station and 19 minutes' walk from Petco Park.
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San Diego Downtown Lodge Reviews
Reviews
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6.4/10
Cleanliness
7.2/10
Staff & service
5.2/10
Amenities
5.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
5.8/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
10/10
Great Experience. Room was spacious nd great. Had a full length mirror which I appreciated.
Alissa
2-night trip
8/10
Great stay for the price. Free parking is a plus! Would stay again.
Michael
1-night trip
4/10
The location of the Hotel was good
Mareo
6-night trip
4/10
It’s like a motel 6. It wasn’t the cleanest. They definitely looks way better in the pictures.
Carmen
1-night trip
6/10
Basic hotel. Convenient to the park.
Kelly
1-night trip
10/10
Great location
Lindy
10/10
it was ckean and i would stay there again
Cathy
2-night trip
2/10
Scam. Its horrible no parking, small, it smelled like mold, no ice machine, you can hear everything through the walls. Never staying again dont recommend.
Oh there is a creepy door thats locked in the room instayed in, on the side a little foom with tiny windows supposably storage.
Mayra
2-night trip
6/10
The location is great close to everything.
Whitney
3-night trip
2/10
Would not recommend. Very noisy, and felt unsafe.
Gabriella
2-night trip
6/10
It was okay. Would I stay there again? Absolutely not. My friend wanted it cold and there were no extra blankets so I froze and got no sleep. There was a bump in my bed and stains. So, I wasn’t thrilled. I plugged in my cell phone and it didn’t charge. Some of the outlets didn’t work and the neighborhood was sketchy. I was thankful my car was still there in the morning.
Sheryl
1-night trip
8/10
Great location motel needs updating
Mario
1-night trip
6/10
It was hard to find the hotel and the parking was not very spacious. The room looker clean but the bathroom was not cleaner very well there was still hair in the shower. Couldnt use the bathtub really because they didnt have a stopper for the water. I tried to ask for more towels but had to wait until after 8am for when the cleaning ladies arrived.
Ninette
1-night trip
8/10
Perfect budget motel for work. No frills it is all about a cheap nights stay with good wifi. Central to the San Diego area. Drive in drive out. Price price price. Not a luxury in motel not a casual hotel. But if your needing a place on budget and central to San Diego downtown and close to everything not a bad place. But it is in proximity to the homeless but I would stay there again for work.
willie
6-night trip
10/10
Great service
Melissa
1-night trip
2/10
Dirty floors, heater and TV were an issue
MARISA
1-night trip
2/10
The room was not clean, there was black hair all over the shower. this was not exactly what I intended for my stay. The pictures were very misleading.
Juanita
1-night trip
10/10
I had I great stay at this hotel and would stay again. The only one thing I didn’t enjoy was a much noise the ac made other than that it was wonderful!
Anabel
1-night trip
8/10
homeless people
around
Fausto
1-night trip
10/10
The rooms were very nice and clean. I liked how cool it looked inside like homie. The only thing is the view of the homeless outside but besides that it was nice. They had lots of tv channel options. Will stay here every time i come visit from now on.
linda
1-night trip
10/10
Excelent
Enrique
5-night trip
6/10
Sheets were dirty upon entering, staff was very nice
Joseph
2-night trip
10/10
Lots of homeless encampments around motel. Staff was great, but the hotel definitely needs a full remodel.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
6/10
It’s a very old building, however inside the room was nice.