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Best San Diego motels

These are the best prices for 22-29 Jul.
Ez 8 Motel Old Town - San Diego - Bedroom
Ez 8 Motel Old Town
Old Town
5.7Fair(3342)
Parking
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
R1 827+
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Motel 6 San Diego North - San Diego - Outdoor view
Motel 6 San Diego North
Clairemont
5.5Fair(634)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
R2 347+
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Berkshire Motor Hotel - San Diego - Front desk
Berkshire Motor Hotel
North Park
8.1Very Good(1680)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R3 089+
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Motel 6-San Diego, Ca - Downtown - San Diego
Motel 6-San Diego, Ca - Downtown
Downtown
5.3Fair(2454)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
R2 366+
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Motel 6 San Diego Airport Harbor - San Diego
Motel 6 San Diego Airport Harbor
Downtown
7.2Good(1328)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
R3 210+
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San Diego Downtown Lodge - San Diego - Bedroom
San Diego Downtown Lodge
Downtown
6.0Okay(994)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
R2 650+
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Harvey's Motel Sdsu La Mesa San Diego - San Diego - Bedroom
Harvey's Motel Sdsu La Mesa San Diego
College East
7.5Good(237)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R2 108+
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Motel 6-San Diego, Ca - Southbay - San Diego - Building
Motel 6-San Diego, Ca - Southbay
Nestor
7.9Good(479)
Parking
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
R1 977+
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Harborview Inn & Suites - San Diego - Building
Harborview Inn & Suites
Downtown
7.1Good(64)
R2 966+
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Motel San Diego - in San Diego (Pacific Beach) - San Diego - Bedroom
Motel San Diego - in San Diego (Pacific Beach)
Pacific Beach
5.2Fair(268)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R2 278+
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Motel 6 Carlsbad East Ca - Carlsbad - Pool
Motel 6 Carlsbad East Ca
Carlsbad, CA, United States
6.7Okay(1882)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
R2 045+
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Motel Mediteran Safari Park - Escondido - Pool
Motel Mediteran Safari Park
Escondido, CA, United States
8.6Very Good(1438)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R1 983+
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Motel 6-Chula Vista, Ca - San Diego - Chula Vista
Motel 6-Chula Vista, Ca - San Diego
Chula Vista, CA, United States
5.2Fair(2096)
Parking
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
R1 647+
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Northgate Motel - El Cajon - Bedroom
Northgate Motel
El Cajon, CA, United States
7.9Good(136)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R2 135+
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Escondido Inn - Escondido - Bedroom
Escondido Inn
Escondido, CA, United States
8.1Very Good(255)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
R7 484+
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Ace Budget Motel - San Diego
Ace Budget Motel
College East
5.0Fair(79)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R5 444+
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Motel 6-El Cajon, Ca - San Diego - El Cajon
Motel 6-El Cajon, Ca - San Diego
El Cajon, CA, United States
6.6Okay(1512)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
R1 569+
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Motel 6-Escondido, Ca - Escondido
Motel 6-Escondido, Ca
Escondido, CA, United States
6.7Okay(964)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
R2 027+
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Ez8 Motel South Bay - Chula Vista
Ez8 Motel South Bay
Chula Vista, CA, United States
5.3Fair(271)
Air conditioning
R295+
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Booking Insights

KAYAK’s insights for motels in San Diego

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in San Diego with confidence.

Which month has the cheapest motel rates in San Diego?

Based on motel prices in San Diego found by KAYAK users over the last 12 months.

The cheapest month to book a motel in San Diego is December, with an average nightly rate of R1 133. The most expensive month is July at R2 200 per night.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a motel in San Diego?

Monday offers the lowest rates in San Diego, with an average nightly price of R1 595/night. The highest prices are found on Friday, with average rates at R3 074/night.

How early should you book a motel in San Diego?

Book at least 62 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your San Diego motel.

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How much is a San Diego motel?

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High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

April
July
R2 064
R2 999
Cheapest month to stay with an average 39% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 15% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

KAYAK's top tips for finding San Diego motel deals

  • If you want to ensure you grab a bargain, try to book at least 62 days before your stay to get the best price for a San Diego motel.

FAQs when booking a motel in San Diego

  • Is it cheaper to stay in a motel than in a hotel in San Diego?

    The average price for a night in a motel in San Diego is R2 541 compared to R5 766 for a night in a hotel.

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