San Diego motels

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Ez 8 Motel Old Town - San Diego - Bedroom
Ez 8 Motel Old Town
Old Town
5.8Fair(3025)
Parking
Pool
Pet-friendly
RM 453+
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Motel 6 San Diego Downtown - San Diego - Bedroom
Motel 6 San Diego Downtown
Downtown
5.5Fair(2263)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
RM 505+
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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
7.3Good(232)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
RM 562+
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Motel 6 San Diego Airport Harbor - San Diego - Pool
Motel 6 San Diego Airport Harbor
Downtown
7.1Good(1057)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
RM 613+
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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
5.1Fair(270)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
RM 617+
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Berkshire Motor Hotel - San Diego - Building
Berkshire Motor Hotel
North Park
8.0Very Good(1604)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
RM 630+
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Motel 6 San Diego Southbay - San Diego - Bedroom
Motel 6 San Diego Southbay
Nestor
7.8Good(394)
Parking
Pet-friendly
RM 471+
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Travelodge by Wyndham San Diego SeaWorld - San Diego - Bedroom
Travelodge by Wyndham San Diego SeaWorld
Midway District
5.9Fair(835)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
RM 456+
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El Rancho Motel - San Diego - Dining room
El Rancho Motel
San Diego, CA, United States
8.1Very Good(447)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
RM 925+
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Motel 6 San Diego North - San Diego - Bedroom
Motel 6 San Diego North
Clairemont
5.8Fair(606)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
RM 600+
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Lodge at 32nd - San Diego - Bedroom
Lodge at 32nd
Stockton
7.5Good(417)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
RM 587+
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Scandia Motel - Carlsbad - Building
Scandia Motel
Carlsbad, CA, United States
6.5Okay(1054)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
RM 596+
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Motel 6 Carlsbad East Ca - Carlsbad - Bedroom
Motel 6 Carlsbad East Ca
Carlsbad, CA, United States
6.6Okay(1656)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
RM 458+
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Motel 6 San Diego El Cajon - El Cajon - Pool
Motel 6 San Diego El Cajon
El Cajon, CA, United States
6.8Okay(1325)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
RM 381+
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La Petite Rouge Motel - San Diego
La Petite Rouge Motel
College East
4.0Mediocre(23)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
RM 625+
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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?

Motels are cheapest in San Diego in February, with average rates of RM 1,581. In comparison, July is the most expensive month, with prices at RM 2,355.

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

Thursday offers the lowest rates in San Diego, with an average nightly price of RM 1,809. The highest prices are found on Friday, with average rates at RM 3,559.

How early should you book a motel in San Diego?

Book at least 88 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your San Diego motel.
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Average price (weekend night)

February
July
RM 516
RM 769
Cheapest month to stay with an average 29% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 6% 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 88 days before your stay to get the best price for a San Diego motel.
  • Don’t know how much time you need to see all the sights? KAYAK users usually book their motel in San Diego for 1 day.

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 RM 136 compared to RM 313 for a night in a hotel.

Where to find the best motels in San Diego?

Our map will help you find the perfect motel in San Diego by showing you the exact location of each motel

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Motel 6 San Diego Downtown - San Diego - Bedroom
Motel 6 San Diego Downtown
Downtown
5.5Fair(2263)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
RM 505+
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Ez 8 Motel Old Town - San Diego - Bedroom
Ez 8 Motel Old Town
Old Town
5.8Fair(3025)
Parking
Pool
Pet-friendly
RM 453+
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Berkshire Motor Hotel - San Diego - Building
Berkshire Motor Hotel
North Park
8.0Very Good(1604)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
RM 630+
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