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
Property grounds
Lobby
Lobby
Exterior

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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1546 2nd Avenue, San Diego, CA, 92101
  • Port of San Diego
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • San Diego Convention Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • San Diego Zoo
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪4 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

Located in Downtown San Diego within a short walk of Waterfront Park, Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as Port of San Diego. This 105-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk.

What's nearby

  • Port of San Diego - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • USS Midway Museum - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • San Diego Convention Center - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Petco Park - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • San Diego Zoo - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Civic Center Station - 7 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 14 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Extraordinary Desserts - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cocina 35 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pappalecco - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Caparells Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown

Motel with a 24-hour front desk, near Port of San Diego
Guests staying at Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a vending machine. Self parking is offered for USD 20 per day. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch LCD TVs with cable channels. Free local calls, desks, and wardrobes or closets are also available. Change of towels is available on request.

Languages

English

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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 transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite 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
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • 2 total 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:

  • Utility fee: USD 2 per accommodation, per night

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.

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 20 per day (in/out privileges)

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite 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)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • 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.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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

Is free cancellation available at Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown?

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown provides free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

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

As of Jul 13, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown on Jul 21, 2025 start from $116.99, 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's there to see near Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown?

This motel is situated in Downtown San Diego within a short 17-minute walk of Port of San Diego and also 10 minutes on foot from Waterfront Park. You'll also find San Diego Bay and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown?

Yes, uncovered parking is offered for USD 20 per day with in/out privileges. Though parking is available on request, accessible parking is also available.

Does Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown feature a casino at the property?

No, Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Are there hot tubs at Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, pets stay free at Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown.

Are there connecting rooms at Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown?

The closest major airport to Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown is San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), which is 3 mi away (12 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is located 11.3 mi away (16-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown.

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown Reviews

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 336 out of 1211 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 205 out of 1211 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 212 out of 1211 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 172 out of 1211 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 286 out of 1211 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

5.4/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Nice place to stay but no microwave or mini refrigerator
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place close to the pier! Close to the trains and great restaurants!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Monique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

SURESH

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Just Ok

The property was close to downtown and a quick Uber ride to everywhere. The rooms and towels were clean. Parking was available as well. The carpets in the common areas needed cleaning and replacement. The property just lacked a cleaning crew in general. Construction was going on, and there was a lot of traffic noise, including sirens.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Better than sleeping in your car

Would only stay here again in an emergency. Front desk people were friendly, professional, responsive. Room was heartbreakingly gloomy. Furniture worn and broken. Mattress and seat to built in chair were not secured, both kept sliding off their platforms, making them both unsafe to sit on. Towels were so worn they felt like paper. Cigarette smells from other rooms came through the bathroom vent. Ventilation/airflow so poor we had to run the AC 24/7, and HVAC so bad it only blew ice cold or desert hot. Parking lot had an extremely tight driving lane.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kalei

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kiel

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cornel

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Harold

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately my room had bedbugs and I had to move to another room.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

william

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service

charged for the room not happy

room was clean but i was charged for the room why i paid for this back in Jan clerk said payment was denied . why why why i would like to speak with a live person
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Mokhtar, Paradiso

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It needs upgrade for its furniture and plumbing, the location is perfect, the convenience and closeness to SD DT is great, but given the price in comparison to the conditions of the rooms it is not fair. Rooms need upgrade, plumbing needs maintenance and definitely change of furniture. Staff is very helpful and amazing, cleanliness is great
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Herman

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cheap. The Place is dirty and the needs repair.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

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

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The front desk was slow. Parking was a surprise fee, I could of stayed somewhere cleaner with free parking and assigned parking was a joke. Ice machine didn't work. Carpets and walls were filthy. The bathroom was not wiped down as you could still see previous person's urine stains on the seat. I'm not a person that complains as I know the front desk people need their job and already had to deal with other unhappy customers, but I didn't think going for the deal online meant staying in such a poor quality place. I don't remember motel 6 being like this before. Thank you and I hope this helps somehow or maybe it'll get disregarded like the conditions, because this didn't happen overnight. It's been a problem.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The front desk staff was warm, genuine,and professional.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Clint

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Zhen

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Won't stay there again.

Carpet in hallway was filthy. Not enough towels. We asked for more and they only gave us 1more towel. We had only 1 washcloth between us. Bed was really uncomfortable. Gardeners work us up at 9am.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Judith

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosalinda

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025