The Rambler

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

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

1 bedroom, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Bar
Room service

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225 Bay Blvd, Chula Vista, CA, 91910

Place, Naval Base San Diego
‪3 min drive‬
Place, Petco Park
‪7 min drive‬
Place, San Diego Convention Center
‪8 min drive‬
Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
‪13 min drive‬

Room options

Standard King

Exceptional

252 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Queen/ Queen

Wonderful

252 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Queen/ Queen Plus

Wonderful

252 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

King +

Exceptional

252 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

King ADA

Very good

252 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Bay View King Suite

520 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Chula Vista

The Rambler places you within a 10-minute drive of popular sights such as Chula Vista Municipal Golf Course - Mountain and Petco Park. This 117-room, 3-star motel has conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

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What's nearby

Chula Vista Center - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
Naval Base San Diego - 3 min drive - 2.8 miles
Petco Park - 7 min drive - 7.4 miles
San Diego Convention Center - 8 min drive - 7.7 miles
Balboa Park - 8 min drive - 7.4 miles

Getting around

Bayfront - E St. Trolley Station - 5 min walk
Old Town Transit Center - 16 min drive
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

‪Growlers Sports Bar & Taproom - ‬17 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
‪Circle K - ‬18 min walk
‪Wendy's - ‬11 min walk
‪Roberto's Taco Shop - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Rambler

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

At The Rambler, guests have access to an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a 24-hour business center. Free parking is included with your stay. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with sightseeing, directions, and local dining recommendations. Additional amenities include free use of bicycles, an arcade/game room, and a picnic area.

50-inch flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Memory foam beds grant a restful night's sleep, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include free local calls, desks, and desk chairs. Housekeeping is available once per stay.

Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool and complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

Daily on-the-go breakfast 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 center

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 washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking

2 floors
Smoking not allowed

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

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 available

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

Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

Breakage deposit: USD 100 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately USD 6 to 15 per person

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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-authorize 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

Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Prepaid credit cards are not accepted for any bookings.
The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
There are no elevators.
No cribs or infant beds are available.
No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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

Is a free cancellation option available at The Rambler?

The Rambler offers free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Rambler?

As of Oct 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Rambler on Oct 7, 2025 start from $99.0, excluding 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.

What is there to do around The Rambler?

Based on positive ratings, guests enjoy the motel's location in Chula Vista, and it's within a short 16-minute walk of San Diego Bay. Chula Vista Center is also within a driving distance of 1.3 mi.

Will I be able to park at The Rambler?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The Rambler have a casino?

No, The Rambler doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Rambler?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 9:00 AM and 9:00 PM.

Is The Rambler a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this motel, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Does The Rambler have a hot tub?

No, but guests can enjoy a heated pool at this motel.

Does The Rambler have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Rambler serves to-go breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Rambler Coffee.

Will The Rambler allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Rambler though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at The Rambler?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

How close is the airport from The Rambler?

The closest major airport to The Rambler is San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), which is 10.5 mi away (12 minutes by car). Another top airport is Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ), which is located 18.2 mi away (32-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Rambler?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Rambler.

The Rambler Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Sep 15, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The theme.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Sep 15, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Staff was very accommodating.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tarry

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family

Jul 5, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

It would be nice to add refrigerators, microwaves in rooms.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trudi

Jul 5, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

It was a quaint motel with friendly staff and clean rooms. Would stay there again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dwayne

Business traveler

Jul 5, 2025

Disliked: Staff & service

I had a very racist experience. I had to move to another room after 1 week and the white occupant of the room next door to mine did not. I refused and was locked out of my room. I called the police.

Stayed 18 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

david

Business traveler

Jul 5, 2025

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

Meh

No refrigerator or microwave if you need this. They will supply you a refrigerator if you ask for one for $20 a day. Motel was fine. Curtains dont fully cover the windows. You can see into the room. And the mattresses were nothing more than a mattress topper

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Traveled with family

Jul 5, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Staff & service

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled with group

Jul 4, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Nice place, 5 mins walk from trolley station. Clean, well priced...... Ideal for a visit to San Diego

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Jul 3, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This motel was the cleanest most organized place I’ve ever been. They have a coffee shop/sandwich shop/breakfast shop on the property. The room was exactly as it was advertised on mine. 100% I would come back here. The highway is literally 15 seconds from the motel.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shel

Business traveler

Jul 3, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

👍💯

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with family

Jul 2, 2025

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

Amazing hidden spot

The Rambler is an adorable beachy-themed Motel that has super cute vibes and an amazing staff! Our room was clean, beds were comfy, and the shower was awesome. My 6'4" tall husband was super excited when he fit in the shower comfortably! The lobby is beautiful, the cafe is breathtaking and the bagel sandwiches are DELICIOUS. It wasn't a free breakfast, but was very reasonably priced, more so with the room discount! The pool is stunning and at night has a great 70s beach feel. Neon lighting and a firepit! The staff were all so kind with great suggestions, super helpful tips and quick service! Bonus: they have beach cruisers for guests to use, and there is a bike path through the nature reserve 2 minutes away! The beautiful bay and nature reserve were easily seen from our room. We will be keeping this place in mind for every trip to this area of CA from here on out!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelique

Traveled with family and small children

Jul 2, 2025

We love it here!!! This is our go to place when we are visiting family or the parks!!! Love the rooms and the pool area with games for everyone and the fire for Smores!!!!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Business traveler

Jul 2, 2025

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

We had 3 rooms and all were fabulous!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lavay

Traveled with family and small children

Jul 2, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

The property was a good place to sleep and relax right by the water you can go out and walk they give you free bikes to ride around on so it’s worth the price

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Omar

Traveled with family

Jul 1, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Nice , clean , quiet place to stay . Close to train station . Doesn’t have microwave or refrigerator , but has ice machines . Lots of free parking , another thing is laundry facility is great , charges $2 to wash and $2 to dry but office doesn’t have quarters most of the time . Will stay again .. Traveled with family .

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Daniel

Jul 1, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mykala

Jul 1, 2025

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

This place is really cute! From the art work on the wall to the cute decorative pillow. AC/heater worked perfectly and the shower was great with consistent hot water. There's plenty of parking and the staff was very friendly. I had breakfast at the cafe ( avocado toast and ice coffee) and it was very fresh and delicious. I only wish we were able to play the arcade games but the token machine was out of service. All in all, Id definitely come back for another stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seth

Jul 1, 2025

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

Traveled with partner

Jun 30, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great location between San Diego and the border. Easy hop on to the train and travel around. Cost rooms and comfortable kings bed. Good Rambler’s coffee + a discounts= happy mornings ! Look forward for future stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natacha

Jun 30, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Jun 30, 2025

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

Clean environment, everything appeared new and updated.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Traveled with group

Jun 30, 2025

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

Great stay (with criticisms)

Hotel was amazing and wonderfully updated with great character. However don’t rely on the restaurant/coffee shop. They were closed a lot or the “kitchen” was closed. Also pool closes pretty early (9pm).

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lystra, Fontana

Traveled with family

Jun 29, 2025

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

It was clean and conveniently near the 5 frwy. Customer Service was excellent, very friendly people! Ice cream freezer in the registration lobby with all your favorite ice cream on a stick, popsicles, etc. We had a room with 2 queens. Mattresses were tempur-pedic-like and very comfortable. The pillows were very comfy, more soft than firm, 4 king-sized pillows on each bed. Loved that! Tub was a bit outdated but I loved the full-sized, rainfall-type shower head, plenty of water pressure. They also had containers on the shower wall with shampoo, conditioner, and body wash. So convenient. I was disappointed that there was no refrigerator or microwave in the room, so don’t bring your perishable leftovers back. There was also no closet, just a small-sized clothing rack near the sink. They have a small space in the front office area that serves breakfast, coffee bar choices, and some cooler items to choose from: yogurt, cheese snacks, bottled water/juice, etc., discount applied for guests. All-in-all a nice experience. Certainly not all the amenities you may want, but what they offered, they did very well.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025