San Diego Cheap Hotels

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Here is a quick list of Cheap Hotels in San Diego, selected based on their rating

Name of hotel Accommodation Rating Price, $
Riverleaf Inn Mission Valley

5.9 / 10

(2874 Reviews)

From 81$
Motel 6-San Diego, Ca - Downtown

6.9 / 10

(1449 Reviews)

From 80$
Coronado Island Inn

6.1 / 10

(254 Reviews)

From 96$
Marriott Vacation Club, San Diego   

8.8 / 10

(503 Reviews)

From 195$
The Inn At Sunset Cliffs

8.5 / 10

(258 Reviews)

From 201$

Cheap hotels can be a great option when travelling to San Diego, United States. With plenty of options to choose from, it can be hard to know which one to pick. So, why choose a cheap hotel?

Cheap hotels offer a great value for your money. You can often find rooms for under $100 per night, which is a great deal when compared to the cost of staying in a more expensive hotel.

Cheap hotels also offer less amenities than more expensive hotels. This can be a good or bad thing, depending on what you’re looking for. If you’re looking for a place to rest your head and don’t need many amenities, then a cheap hotel is a great option. However, if you’re looking for a more luxurious experience, then a more expensive hotel may be a better choice.

Cheap hotels are also typically located in more suburban areas, whereas more expensive hotels are typically located in downtown areas. If you’re looking for a quiet place to stay outside of the hustle and bustle of the city, then a cheap hotel is a good option.

Lastly, if you’re looking to save money on your trip to San Diego, a cheap hotel is the way to go. You can use the money you save to enjoy some of the amazing attractions San Diego has to offer.

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Riverleaf Inn Mission Valley Motel 6-San Diego, Ca - Downtown Coronado Island Inn Marriott Vacation Club, San Diego    Best Cheap Hotels In San Diego The Inn At Sunset Cliffs Ramada Suites By Wyndham San Diego Rodeway Inn San Ysidro Near The Border Cheap Hotels In Downtown San Diego Pleasant Inn Harborview Inn & Suites-Convention Center-Airport-Gaslamp-Seaworld-Zoo-Balboa Park Courtyard By Marriott San Diego Rancho Bernardo

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5.9
Good
2874 Reviews

Riverleaf Inn Mission Valley

📍 2484 Hotel Circle Place

From 81$

Riverleaf Inn Mission Valley, located 2.9 km from Old Town San Diego State Historic Park, features high speed Internet access in public areas. The centre of San Diego is within 5 km of the property, and the private University of San Diego is about 3.2 km away.

This inn offers accommodation in Mission Valley district with nearby access to Presidio Hill. San Diego Zoo is a few minutes' drive away.

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6.9
Good
1449 Reviews

Motel 6-San Diego, Ca - Downtown

📍 1546 2Nd Avenue

From 80$

Located 900 metres from Horton Plaza Shopping Center, the 2-star Motel 6-San Diego, Ca - Downtown offers air-conditioned rooms within a 19-minute walk of the primary San Diego Convention Center. Guests who stay in the venue can park their car onsite.

San Diego centre can be reached within 10 minutes' walk. Attractions within walking distance include Copley Symphony Hall and House of Blues San Diego Live Music Accommodation. Motel 6-San Diego, Ca - Downtown is a few minutes' drive from San Diego Zoo.

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6.1
Good
254 Reviews

Coronado Island Inn

📍 301 Orange Avenue

From 96$

Coronado Island Inn San Diego is rated 3 stars and is placed about 2.3 km from Coronado Beach. Guests who stay in the venue can park their car onsite.

USS Midway Interactive Museum is less than 3.7 km away. The city centre is also 4 km away. Centennial Park is also located near the accommodation. Childrens Public Park is just a short drive away.

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8.8
Excellent
503 Reviews

Marriott Vacation Club, San Diego   

📍 701 A Street

From 195$

Marriott Vacation Club Pulse, San Diego Hotel enjoys a convenient location in the centre of San Diego and offers direct access to the primary San Diego Convention Center. Guests have access to an indoor swimming pool, a fitness area and free Wi-Fi high-speed Internet access throughout the venue.

Petco Park Stadium is about 1.6 km from the accommodation, while San Diego Zoo is 2.5 km away. Set near AD Nightclub, this welcoming property is 15 minutes' walk of the city centre. You can easily visit Copley Symphony Hall, situated just outside Marriott Vacation Club Pulse, San Diego Hotel.

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8.5
Very good
258 Reviews

The Inn At Sunset Cliffs

📍 1370 Sunset Cliffs Blvd

From 201$

The 3-star Inn At Sunset Cliffs San Diego is set 3.9 km from Sea World and 1.6 km from Ocean Beach Park. Guests are welcome to use free self-parking, a golf course and a seasonal outdoor pool for general purposes and a xerox and a business centre for business needs.

The venue is set in Point Loma district, in vicinity of Sunset Cliffs Natural Park. The accommodation has an ideal location just steps away from the beach. Point Loma Park is only a couple of minutes' drive away.

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Hotels in San Diego

Airport nearby ✈️ El Cajon, McClellan-Palomar, San Diego International
Average Price 💰 409$
Hotels in San Diego 🏨 950
Hotel Reviews ⭐ 24947
Landmarks nearby 📍 La Jolla Cove, Mount Soledad, Girard Avenue and Prospect Street, Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, San Diego Mormon Temple
Hotel with balcony 🌤️ Riverleaf Inn Mission Valley
Top Hotel for couples 💑 Motel 6-San Diego, Ca - Downtown
Most comfortable Hotel 🛏️ Coronado Island Inn

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5.8
Good
1800 Reviews

Ramada Suites By Wyndham San Diego

📍 631 Camino Del Rio S.

From 89$

Situated 1.1 km from Mission Valley Center in San Diego, Quality Suites San Diego Seaworld Area features an outdoor swimming pool and a Jacuzzi throughout the venue. Old Town San Diego is less than 3.9 km away.

The accommodation is located in the old Mission Valley district. The city centre is close by, about 25 minutes' walk away. This hotel is also a short drive from the upscale, open - air Fashion Valley Shopping Mall.

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7.7
Very good
312 Reviews

Rodeway Inn San Ysidro Near The Border

📍 643 E San Ysidro Blvd

From 96$

Rodeway Inn San Ysidro Near The Border, set next to San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce, is 30 km from San Diego International airport. Business travellers will appreciate conveniences like free WiFi throughout the venue and access to a photocopy machine and a fax machine.

Avenida Revolucion is 3 km from the accommodation, while San Diego Factory Outlet Center is settled 0.4 km away. The history museum "Museo de las Californias" is a short drive away.

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7.9
Very good
876 Reviews

Pleasant Inn

📍 5550 Clairemont Mesa Blvd

From 79$

Featuring high-speed Internet access throughout the property, Pleasant Inn offers comfortable accommodation in San Diego. It is 2.5 km from Clairemont Town Square and 2.2 km from Convoy Street.

The venue is set in Clairemont district, in vicinity of Boomers San Diego Amusement Center. This hotel is situated close to beautiful beaches and shores. San Diego Airport is also a couple of minutes' drive away.

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6.6
Good
529 Reviews

Harborview Inn & Suites-Convention Center-Airport-Gaslamp-Seaworld-Zoo-Balboa Park

📍 550 West Grape St

From 85$

Featuring high speed Internet access throughout the property, Harborview Inn & Suites-Convention Center-Airport-Gaslamp-Seaworld-Zoo-Balboa Park San Diego offers accommodation within 0.9 km from Little Italy. Horton Plaza Park is less than 2.4 km away.

The venue is located 1 km from the centre of San Diego and a couple of minutes' drive from USS Midway Interactive Museum. The hotel is situated in Downtown San Diego district, close to Waterfront.

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7.5
Very good
185 Reviews

Courtyard By Marriott San Diego Rancho Bernardo

📍 11611 Bernardo Plaza Court

From 165$

Courtyard By Marriott San Diego Rancho Bernardo Hotel, located 3.2 km from Pioneer Park, features free self parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a health club. Situated in Rancho Bernardo district, the venue is set 3.6 km from RB Community Park Double Baseball Fields.

The Church at Rancho Bernardo is located near the hotel, and McClellan-Palomar airport is approximately a 28-minute drive away. You can get to Bernardo Winery in a few minutes by car.

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8.3
Very good
849 Reviews

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

📍 2051 Shelter Island Drive

From 147$

The 3-star Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina is set 2.2 km from Point Loma Park and 4.8 km from Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. A library bar as well as tennis courts, a bar and barbeque grills can be enjoyed at the venue, boasting the setting next to Shoreline Waterfront Park.

The accommodation is set in the old part of San Diego, a few minutes away from Maritime Museum of San Diego. The beach is 250 metres away. Bubble Bath is a few minutes’ walk away.

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6.9
Good
1449 Reviews

Best Western Seven Seas

📍 411 Hotel Circle S

From 94$

Featuring high-speed Internet access in the rooms, Best Western Seven Seas Hotel offers accommodation within 2.8 km from San Diego Zoo. The venue is located 3 km from the centre of San Diego and a couple of minutes' drive from Old Town San Diego State Historic Park.

Situated in Mission Valley district, the hotel is set 2.5 km from the private University of San Diego. The property has a central location close to the beach.

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7
Good
726 Reviews

Coronado Inn

📍 266 Orange Avenue

From 270$

Set within a 25-minute walk of Childrens Public Park, this 3-star Coronado Inn San Diego is located near Adella Plaza Fountain. The venue provides 31 guestrooms appointed with complimentary WiFi, TV and ironing facilities for a pleasant stay in San Diego.

Guests will also appreciate proximity to Downtown Coronado, which is 900 metres away. The city centre lies within 4 km of the accommodation. The 8-acre Spreckels Park is also located near the hotel. The property is only a short drive from The New Children's Museum.

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8.4
Very good
1304 Reviews

Holiday Inn Express San Diego - Sea World Area, An Ihg Hotel

📍 3950 Jupiter Street

From 94$

The 2-star Holiday Inn Express San Diego - Seaworld Area is located in old part of San Diego, 25 minutes away from Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. High-speed Internet access is available in public areas as well as free self parking and an outdoor swimming pool are available on site.

Situated in Midway-Pacific Highway district, the venue is set 7 km from USS Midway Interactive Museum. You'll be 850 metres from Pacific Isle Pond. Holiday Inn Express San Diego - Seaworld Area is a few minutes' drive from Mission Bay Park.

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7.3
Good
565 Reviews

Holiday Inn San Diego Bayside, An Ihg Hotel

📍 4875 North Harbor Drive

From 99$

Holiday Inn San Diego Bayside is located in a shopping area of San Diego, about 1.9 km away from the mile - long scenic Shelter Island Park Shoreline. Featuring 291 rooms with views of the terrace, this inn is set within a short ride from SeaWorld San Diego Theme Park.

The old - style Belmont Family Amusement Park is less than 6 km away. The property is close to the beach.

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7.6
Very good
686 Reviews

Best Western San Diego/Miramar Hotel

📍 9310 Kearny Mesa Road

From 82$

Located in the shopping district, Best Western San Diego/Miramar Hotel offers loungers and entertainment activities. Guests can visit Westview Park situated within 10 minutes' drive away.

Scripps Marshalls Plaza Shopping Center is less than 3.2 km away. The venue features 104 inviting rooms featuring coffee/tea making equipment and refrigerator. Best Western San Diego/Miramar Hotel is a short ride from Mikkeller Brewing San Diego.

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8.3
Very good
342 Reviews

Springhill Suites San Diego Rancho Bernardo/Scripps Poway

📍 12032 Scripps Highlands Drive

From 268$

Springhill Suites San Diego Rancho Bernardo/Scripps Poway boasts a convenient location within a 25-minute walk of Westview Park, offering 137 rooms and a golf course and entertainment facilities. High speed Internet access is featured throughout the property and a free car park, allergy-free rooms and a sun deck are available on site.

This accommodation is in a 30-minute walk from Lake Miramar. Los Penasquitos Canyon Preserve is a short drive away.

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8.6
Excellent
892 Reviews

Embassy Suites By Hilton San Diego La Jolla

📍 4550 La Jolla Village Drive

From 216$

Embassy Suites By Hilton San Diego - La Jolla offers setting in an upscale area of San Diego, a few steps from UTC-Westfield Shoppingtown Shopping Center. Highlights at this venue include an a la carte restaurant, a coffee bar and high-speed Internet access in the rooms.

Torrey Pines Golf Course is 4.8 km from the accommodation, and ArcLight Cinemas is less than 0.7 km away. The hotel is located in La Jolla district. University of California San Diego is also a couple of minutes' drive away.

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8.8
Excellent
979 Reviews

Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station

📍 2211 Lee Court

From 299$

Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty offers an outdoor swimming pool and allergy-free rooms in the old part of San Diego, with a reasonable distance from Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. The accommodation features a bar and entertainment activities, and the rooms overlook the harbour.

SeaWorld San Diego Theme Park is 3.8 km from the venue and Maritime Museum of San Diego is 4 km away. The city centre is also 5 km away.

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6.9
Good
1586 Reviews

California Suites Hotel

📍 5415 Clairemont Mesa Blvd

From 95$

Offering a manicured garden, California Suites Hotel welcomes guests in the centre of San Diego, a short ride from Clairemont Town Square. 24-hour front desk and dry cleaning as well as a free private carpark, an outdoor swimming pool and a Jacuzzi are on hand.

Convoy District is about 2.1 km from the venue, while Genesee Plaza Shopping Center is 2.2 km away. The accommodation is located in Clairemont district.

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6.5
Good
681 Reviews

La Quinta Inn By Wyndham San Diego - Miramar

📍 10185 Paseo Montril

From 120$

The world-class La Quinta Inn By Wyndham San Diego - Miramar is a great place to stay in Rancho Penasquitos district in a reasonable distance from the Relaxed, open-air shopping center "Carmel Mountain Plaza". Guests will have access to public parking onsite for added convenience.

Los Penasquitos Canyon Preserve and Black Mountain Open Space Park are located at 2.5 km and 2.6 km respectively.

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San Diego Cheap Hotels FAQ
Which Cheap hotels are popular among city visitors?
Where to find the best cheap hotels in San Diego?
Choose a hotel in Downtown San Diego district, such as La Pensione Hotel (rating: 7.6/10). It costs 128US$ per night and has a gym, a Jacuzzi and 24 hour front desk assistance. Also you may book Marriott La Jolla (rating: 7.8/10) set in La Jolla area. It costs 198US$ per night and offers a tennis court, an outdoor swimming pool and a health club.
What are the best cheap hotels in San Diego city centre?
According to cheap-hotels-in.com travel data, there are 4 deals to choose from. We recommend Baymont By Wyndham Downtown rated 7.0/10, the top budget option providing newspaper service, a business centre and 24-hour security service on site. It's situated in Downtown San Diego district and costs 181US$ per night. Alternatively, book Best Western Cabrillo Garden Inn (rating: 7.8/10) with cots, a business centre and housekeeping on site. It's set a 15-minute walk from the city centre and costs 148US$ per night.

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