San Diego Downtown Lodge

2.0 star property

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

Room options

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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

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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

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About the neighborhood

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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
  • Balboa Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Petco Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • San Diego Convention Center - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • USS Midway Museum - 3 min drive - 1.2 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
  • ‪Cocina 35 - ‬5 min walk

About this property

San Diego Downtown Lodge

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 concierge services, 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.

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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 May 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at San Diego Downtown Lodge on May 10, 2026 start from $95, 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's there to see near San Diego Downtown Lodge?

This hotel is situated in Downtown San Diego within a short 6-minute walk of Balboa Park and also 19 minutes on foot from Petco Park. You'll also find Port of San Diego and USS Midway Museum within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at San Diego Downtown Lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is limited parking, wheelchair-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.

Is San Diego Downtown Lodge good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will value amenities like turndown service, free WiFi in some guestrooms, as well as concierge services.

Does San Diego Downtown Lodge have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

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 available?

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

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).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at San Diego Downtown Lodge?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at San Diego Downtown Lodge.

San Diego Downtown Lodge Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 251 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 174 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 192 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 136 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 255 out of 1008 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

5.2/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel, Sylmar

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Juana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was very clean and the staff at the front desk was very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Leopold

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Nice stay can’t complain .
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Alexzandra

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Th deadbolt on the door was broken off like the room had been broken into, there was no seal on the door, and no seal on the window that backed up to a homeless encampment. I did not feel safe at all and when brought it to the front desks attention they refused to give me a refund because they “didn’t know how”.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Angelo

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Definitely was not as advertised as the pictures
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

john

Traveled with group, Traveled with pets
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff was RUDE Even told me I CANThave my SERVICE DOGS!!! He was DISCRIMINATING AGAINST ME!! HE TOLD ME I CANNOT HAVE ANY VISITORS!!! WE HAD TO PAY EXTRA FOR HAVING SERVICE DOGS AND JE TOLD ME IF I DONT BRING HIM A SHOT RECORD WITHIN 4 DAYS WE LOSE OUR DEPOSIT!!! WHICH WE DID. I WAS HARRASSED BY THEIR STAFF A WOMAN FOLLOWED ME TO THE ROOM AND SAID I CANNOT HAVE DOGS I NEED TO PAY EXTRA AGAIN!!! THEIR PLACE IS FILTHY. CURTAINS HAD CIGARETTE BURNS THE BEDDING HAD CIGARETTE BURNS. THEY TALKED ABOUT ME AMONGST THEMSELVES . EVEN MY GUEST NOTICED AND SAID HOW RUDE THEY WERE. THEY OVERCHARGED Way over
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
average cheap motel, the kind you see on first 48. Front Desk guy was cool and friendly. Rooms a little beat up but not bad, better than extended stay america for half the price. overall not too bad
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

ann

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Claudia R

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very courteous but building needs a lot of renovation and the area is too noisy all night
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Carlos Javier

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Boc

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

luis

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

charles v. harbeck

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Jonah

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Lilian

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Viaje por vacaciones,pienso que esta en un lugar estratégico y bonito en el centro de todo , la atencion en el checking muy amable , tranquilo el lugar ,pero si vas lleva tu ropa de cama ,toallas ,si lo ocupas para llegar a dormir 😴 bien ,no esperes mas . Si el propietario mejorará este lugar no habría una habitación vacia .
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Varin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was very courteous and room was clean but dated. The biggest problem is the noise all night long. Very very noisy street traffic with an off ramp and an on ramp for I-5 & I-163. But the price was very low compared to other hotels.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dustin

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was under construction. Room was not clean. Property located between highway off-ramp and highway itself. would not recommend. would not stay again. would avoid at all cost.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The clerk at the front desk was friendly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Marci

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room wasn't truly clean. Walking around the room in my socks, I found the bottoms black (brand new white socks). I through them out as they would never get clean. There were some marks on the bedsheets.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

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