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Best San Diego motels

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Ez 8 Motel Old Town - San Diego - Bedroom
Ez 8 Motel Old Town
Old Town
5.7Fair(3570)
Parking
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
R1 580+
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Berkshire Motor Hotel - San Diego - Front desk
Berkshire Motor Hotel
North Park
8.2Very Good(1708)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R2 266+
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Motel 6 San Diego Airport Harbor - San Diego
Motel 6 San Diego Airport Harbor
Downtown
7.1Good(1381)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
R2 069+
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Motel 6-San Diego, Ca - Downtown - San Diego
Motel 6-San Diego, Ca - Downtown
Cortez Hill
5.2Fair(2496)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
R1 757+
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Motel 6-San Diego, Ca - North - San Diego - Outdoor view
Motel 6-San Diego, Ca - North
Clairemont
5.6Fair(644)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
R1 902+
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Motel 6-San Diego, Ca - Southbay - San Diego - Building
Motel 6-San Diego, Ca - Southbay
Nestor
7.8Good(507)
Parking
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
R1 643+
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San Diego Downtown Lodge - San Diego - Bedroom
San Diego Downtown Lodge
Core-Columbia
6.1Okay(1005)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
R1 960+
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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
6.9Okay(239)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 728+
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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
6.4Okay(1581)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
R1 357+
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Motel Mediteran Safari Park - Escondido - Pool
Motel Mediteran Safari Park
Escondido, CA, United States
8.5Very Good(1456)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R1 932+
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Northgate Motel - El Cajon - Bedroom
Northgate Motel
El Cajon, CA, United States
7.5Good(137)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 404+
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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
5.1Fair(2159)
Parking
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
R1 528+
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Motel 6 Carlsbad East Ca - Carlsbad - Pool
Motel 6 Carlsbad East Ca
Carlsbad, CA, United States
6.5Okay(1921)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
R1 395+
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Escondido Inn - Escondido - Bedroom
Escondido Inn
Escondido, CA, United States
8.2Very Good(244)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
R7 550+
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Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego - El Cajon - Building
Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego
El Cajon, CA, United States
6.4Okay(109)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
R1 576+
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Ace Budget Motel - San Diego
Ace Budget Motel
College East
4.7Mediocre(81)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 841+
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Navajo Lodge - San Diego
Navajo Lodge
El Cerrito
3.8Poor(36)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
R2 118+
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Motel 6-Escondido, Ca - Escondido
Motel 6-Escondido, Ca
Escondido, CA, United States
6.6Okay(968)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
R1 592+
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Ez8 Motel South Bay - Chula Vista
Ez8 Motel South Bay
Palm City
5.3Fair(253)
Air conditioning
R296+
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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?

The cheapest month to book a motel in San Diego is January, with an average nightly rate of R1 166. The most expensive month is July at R2 594 per night.

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

Tuesday offers the lowest rates in San Diego, with an average nightly price of R1 429/night. The highest prices are found on Saturday, with average rates at R2 701/night.

How early should you book a motel in San Diego?

The best time to book a motel in San Diego is 56 days in advance, with an average nightly rate of R1 494.

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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
May
R1 590
R2 507
Cheapest month to stay with an average 29% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 76% 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 56 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 R1 753 compared to R4 732 for a night in a hotel.

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