See all properties

San Diego Downtown Lodge

2.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, 4-minute walk to San Diego City College

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for San Diego Downtown Lodge

View from property
Hallway
Lobby sitting area
32-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

View in a map
1345 10th Avenue, San Diego, CA, 92101
  • Place, San Diego City College
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Petco Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego Convention Center
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Run of the House

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Run of the House

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

You may also like

Ad
Courtyard

Motel 6 Chula Vista, CA - San Diego

Chula Vista
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
6.0 out of 10, 1,722 reviews
$61 nightly
The price is $69
Feb 4 - Feb 5
Total with taxes and fees
Motel 6 Chula Vista, CA - San Diego

About the neighborhood

San Diego

Located in Downtown San Diego, San Diego Downtown Lodge is within a 5-minute walk of popular attractions such as San Diego City College and Copley Symphony Hall. This 32-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and coffee/tea in a common area.

What's nearby

  • San Diego City College - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Petco Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • San Diego Convention Center - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • USS Midway Museum - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • San Diego Zoo - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • City College Trolley Station - 7 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 8 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Roxy’s Tacos - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Del Taco - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Achilles Coffee @ The Rey - ‬4 min walk

About this property

San Diego Downtown Lodge

Hotel with free parking, 4-minute walk to San Diego City College
At San Diego Downtown Lodge, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and express check-in. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include express check-out and a vending machine.
32-inch LCD TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include free long-distance calls, free local calls, and safes. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Similar properties

Exterior
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
6.2 out of 10, 1,233 reviews
$63 nightly
The price is $73
Feb 22 - Feb 23
Total with taxes and fees
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking; discounts available
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • In a state park

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 27.62 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 200 per accommodation, per stay
  • Breakage deposit: USD 100.00 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.

  • Pet fee: USD 27.62 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with discounted offsite 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. 
  • 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 carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is 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

Are free cancellation options available at San Diego Downtown Lodge?

San Diego Downtown Lodge offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at San Diego Downtown Lodge?

As of Feb 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at San Diego Downtown Lodge on Feb 7, 2026 start from $85.5, 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 San Diego Downtown Lodge?

This hotel is situated in Downtown San Diego within a short 19-minute walk of Petco Park and also 18 minutes on foot from Waterfront Park. You'll also find Port of San Diego and Balboa Park within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at San Diego Downtown Lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is limited, accessible parking is also available.

Does San Diego Downtown Lodge have a casino at the property?

No, San Diego Downtown Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at San Diego Downtown Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about San Diego Downtown Lodge?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a turndown service as well as concierge services and a 24-hour front desk.

Does San Diego Downtown Lodge have a hot tub?

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

Does San Diego Downtown Lodge have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, San Diego Downtown Lodge doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will San Diego Downtown Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at San Diego Downtown Lodge for a fee of USD 27.62 per pet, per night.

Does San Diego Downtown Lodge have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to San Diego Downtown Lodge?

The closest major airport to San Diego Downtown Lodge is San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), which is 3.3 mi away (11 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is located 8.9 mi away (13-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at San Diego Downtown Lodge?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at San Diego Downtown Lodge.

San Diego Downtown Lodge Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 235 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 177 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 199 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 142 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 248 out of 1001 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

5.2/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Itamar

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

10/10 Excellent

Vesna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

KHALED

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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

8/10 Good

Jesus Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The stay was good and comfortable. Although the wifi was extremely slow.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Karla

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was OK but needs maintenance, things are like loose and falling appart.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gavino

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Arsten

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Heidi

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
To start off the parking lot is really confusing to get to and if you make a wrong turn you are back on the freeway. I had to go back to get my keys remade and then only 1 worked. The lobby was locked when I checked in at the window at 11pm while I waited for the staff to check me in a homeless man stood next to me trying to find out if I was traveling alone, he then followed me to my car until I got in and locked the doors. The sheets were dirty and the overall quality of the room were not good. Then during the night we could hear people yelling outside the door well after midnight. When I looked around in the light of day there was a big homeless camp right across the street. I did not feel safe and even thought I had 1 more night prepaid, I left for another hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Judith

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

paula

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Beware of your surroundings

It was homeless haven. The apartment was clean but falling apart.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cory

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was super dirty
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denis

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Keiran

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Emmanuel

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

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are really nice here. A convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Wisam

Business traveler
Close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maunish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cool place. Parking spaces are tiny
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very clean though shabby/aged. It is walkable to Balboa Park and Gaslight area. Close to City College tram station. Not many dining/eating places around but a McD's (in an emergency) about 500m up the road. There was a microwave but no plates or cutlery. Staff friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Xochitl

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garrick

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

2/10 Terrible

Antoine

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dirty and in a place full of homeless
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Judy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Went for a couple days with my son. Property definitely DOES NOT look like the pictures on the website. Room was decent, toilet was very wobbly. Not to mention parking if first come first serve, if you don't get in early you have to pay for parking near by. Across the street in an empty lot homeless people have tents set-up, doesn't feel safe at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

Hotels