Motel 6-San Diego, CA - Downtown

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Motel6
6.6 (2173 reviews)
1546 2nd Avenue , San Diego , us

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Parking
Air conditioning
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Facilities for disabled guests
Wheelchair accessible
Front desk (limited hours)
Free wired internet
Snack bar/deli
Self parking (surcharge)
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Location
Customer Service
Cons:
Cleanliness
Room Quality
Amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
4.1
Frequently mentioned as dirty and unclean across multiple reviews.
Service
9.1
Great customer service at the front desk noted in a review.
Location
8.1
Good location mentioned, though with some safety concerns.
Room Quality
5.1
Issues with room quality noted, including mold and unclean bedding.
Amenities
6.1
Limited amenities highlighted, with missing items like shampoo and towels.
Value for Money
7.1
Some value perceived in pricing, but overall dissatisfaction expressed.
Food and Beverage
6.1
Only coffee served, no breakfast options available.
Overall Experience
7.1
Mixed feelings due to numerous complaints, but some positives mentioned.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 12:29

Property Description

Convenient Location
Situated in sunny San Diego, just a short 10-minute drive from SeaWorld, Motel 6 San Diego Downtown offers easy access to top attractions like San Diego Zoo and the Gaslamp Quarter.

Comfortable Accommodations
Each room features a cable flat-screen TV, ensuring you can unwind and relax after a day of exploring the city. Plus, with a 24-hour reception and on-site launderette, convenience is at your fingertips during your stay.

Accessible Amenities
Take advantage of the vending machines offering refreshing drinks and the proximity to San Diego Convention Center, just a quick 4-minute drive away. Book your stay now at Motel 6 San Diego Downtown for a memorable and hassle-free experience.

Important information:

Limited paid onsite parking - first come first serve.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SAN

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 10 per day.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Location

Guest Reviews

6.6
Based on 2173 reviews
Cleanliness: 4.1
Service: 9.1
Location: 8.1
Room Quality: 5.1
Amenities: 6.1
Value for Money: 7.1
Food and Beverage: 6.1
Overall Experience: 7.1
M
Maxime • couple • ca
8
Motel abordable à quelques pas de l'action du centre-ville
Cons:

Poignée de porte lousse ou brisée

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Carlos • solo_traveller • mx
3
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Very dirty

2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Medino • solo_traveller • mx
1
2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Jene • solo_traveller • us
4
Great location great employees didn’t like the crack heads around and didn’t like the size of the rooms in the grossnes
Pros:

The employees were cool except that late night worker lazy and rude

Cons:

The size of the rooms and the hallways carpet disgusting

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
C
Cruz • couple • us
10
Amazing stay
Pros:

They were fast and kind

Cons:

Everything was great

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Jasleen • extended_group • us
2
Would not stay again nor would I recommend staying here for the price.
Pros:

Bed was comfortable

Cons:

We were placed in a room that already had a guest staying in it. The second room we got did not have a functioning smoke detector/it had been removed from the room. The elevator permit to operate was expired as of 01/2026.

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Fidel A • couple • co
7
Pros:

Ubicación

Cons:

No tienen Shampo

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
L
leane • solo_traveller • de
3
Pros:

Gute Lage wenn auch in einem etwas zwielichtigen Viertel
Schien oberflächlich sauber zu sein

Cons:

Zimmer heruntergekommen und verschimmelt ( Klimaanlage/ Wände) Hellhörig (Nachbarn und Straße- sehr laut! Kaum geschlafen)
Personal nur leidlich freundlich
Kein Kühlschrank oder Duschgel
Bett einseitig total durchgelegen
Total überteuert für das was man bekommt! Besser nicht!

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • couple • us
4
It was convenient but not my expectations. I thought it would be better.
Pros:

I liked that I was walking distance to where my events was. It was okay for what the stereotype Motel 6 experience.

Cons:

The room the fact the AC didn't work, and the window had no screen so needed to keep it closed most of the time because of bugs. Also the bed was okay but could've been comfier. The elevator always stopped at level 2. Also there was no parking available and had to pay for parking after spending 300 like that's ridiculous.

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Jose • solo_traveller • us
9
Very good stay
Pros:

Room was clean and great location

Cons:

Room was great clean but the hallway carpet and elevator was dirty.

2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
M
Martin • couple • mx
4
2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
O
Ouren • couple • us
5
Might stay again but would not be opposed to spending a little more for cleaning.
Pros:

Great location for Petco Park and walking downtown. Could be amazing with a little cleaning and paint.

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Que Chula • solo_traveller • us
5
No parking
Pros:

That it was close to my event.

Cons:

No parking.

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
V
Vuong • couple • us
7
It was cool.
Pros:

It offered consistent central air/heat & it had cable.

Cons:

The sink was clogged but if you ignored that part then our stay was cool for the price and location. I would go again for the price but honestly i’d say splurge just a tiny bit more for something a bit more modern.

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Roberto • family_with_children • mx
6
Cómodo para 1 noche
Pros:

La ubicación es ideal
Facil accesso desde el freeway
Zona bonita

Cons:

Que cobre extra por estacionamineto
Cobro por Wi-fi
Elevador lento

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Jorge • couple • mx
1
No volvería
Pros:

No nada

Cons:

Muy sucio los pasillos. Gente tirada por fuera en las calles

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Swann • solo_traveller • us
10
I plan on staying again very soon
Pros:

Location was great

Cons:

There was no breakfast offered

2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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Slade • solo_traveller • us
1
The worst hotel experience. Nothing like the photos
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Location. People coming in off the street for free coffee

2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Kaykayjenee • couple • us
7
2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Satiro • couple • us
1
Cons:

She charged a 250 fee and everyday $20 for parking and $30 for utilities. The room was never cleaned by housekeeping.

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee