California Suites Hotel

2.0 star property

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Property grounds
Renovated Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
Garden
Courtyard
Property grounds

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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5415 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego, CA, 92117
  • Place, Convoy District
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Boomers San Diego
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego Zoo
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Single Queen with Stove Top

7.0 out of 10
Good
(21 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior 2 Double Beds with Stove Top

7.4 out of 10
Good
(37 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(141 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Renovated Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(70 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(62 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Renovated Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(34 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

Located in Clairemont, California Suites Hotel is a short stroll from Convoy District and within a 10-minute drive of Balboa Park. This 172-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Convoy District - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Boomers San Diego - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Mission Bay - 10 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • San Diego Zoo - 13 min drive - 9.3 miles
  • San Diego Convention Center - 15 min drive - 10.7 miles

Getting around

  • Executive Drive Station - 7 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 8 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪99 Ranch Market - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Sam Woo BBQ - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wushiland Boba - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Best Pizza & Brew - ‬4 min drive

About this property

California Suites Hotel

California Suites Hotel offers an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a hot tub. Free parking is included with your stay. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the area. Additional amenities include conference space, a microwave in a common area, and express check-out.
32-inch TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Refrigerators, free newspapers, and ironing boards are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.
An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 1,400 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1970
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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 at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • A damage deposit of USD 250.00 will be collected before check-in.

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.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night

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, 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
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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. 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 cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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California Hotel San Diego
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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at California Suites Hotel?

California Suites Hotel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at California Suites Hotel?

As of Apr 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at California Suites Hotel on Apr 15, 2026 start from $106, 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.

What is there to do near California Suites Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Clairemont, close to Mission Bay, Fashion Valley Mall, and Birch Aquarium. Mission Bay Park is also within a driving distance of 4.6 mi.

Does California Suites Hotel feature a casino?

No, California Suites Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at California Suites Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Guests have pool access between 9:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

Does California Suites Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, California Suites Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does California Suites Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at California Suites Hotel though service animals are welcome.

What is the closest airport to California Suites Hotel?

The closest major airport to California Suites Hotel is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is 4.1 mi away (13 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), which is located 11.7 mi away (24-minute drive).

California Suites Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1047 out of 2457 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 599 out of 2457 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 370 out of 2457 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 246 out of 2457 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 195 out of 2457 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ycaphin

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Hilda

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Alphonso

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room need to set up schedule if staying extended
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great had everything I needed as well I wish the TV was a smart TV understand that not all TVs can be like that but loved the bed loved how clean it was the staff was amazing and everything was well respected and cleaned I would highly suggest if anyone's looking for a hotel to give these folks a try because it's the second time I've been here and they are very good
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

kristin

Clean and spacious room, helpful staff, good location, good amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Brandon

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was old. Siding was falling off, corner smelled like cat pee, and shower was moldy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Javier

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean. Staff helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward A Freeman

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Classic Spanish style of the hotel is my favorite enjoyable memories of CSH.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Mohammad

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Gonzalo

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Started with booking with Expedia, look at bath tub drain with mold, various pieces of furniture in very poor condition, altogether, Fee paid NOT warranted
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

CESAR

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Arcelia

Disliked: Cleanliness
Staff is terrible marisela manager is racist
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

JOHN TA

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk lady Jessica is very rude. Overall the hotel is nice but checking in or getting towels or just communicating to front desk is not easy
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Jenn

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The bed felt like I was sleeping on a rock. Just because this is a budget hotel doesn't mean staff should cut corners when it comes to cleaning. There were hairs in the bed. This is gross! My husband and I wanted to have a staycation
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Gonsalo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Yes
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

KATHY, kalama

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was not very clean the bed was not a queen size like they said it was it was way too small for two people and there was no lock on the door just
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sonya

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Hendri, West Covina

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff, Breanna and Josh were super nice and helpful. My room was comfortable. I didn't get a chance to see the rest of the property.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026