Motel 6 San Diego, CA Airport Harbor

Hotels
Motel6
7.3 (1880 reviews)
2353 PACIFIC HWY , San Diego , us

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Pets allowed
Facilities for disabled guests
Non-smoking throughout
Wheelchair accessible
Fire extinguishers
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Affordable price
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Unfriendly service

Categories

Cleanliness
5.94
Some reviews mentioned issues with cleanliness, such as hair found in the shower and a filthy floor.
Service
6.91
Several reviews indicated unhelpful staff experiences.
Location
9.45
The location is often praised, being close to the airport and venues.
Room Quality
7.4
Mixed sentiments; some rooms are comfortable while others had issues reported.
Amenities
6.93
Amenities like the pool were appreciated but there were mentions of needed improvements.
Value for Money
8.39
Many considered the hotel affordable, though this comes with compromises.
Food and Beverage
5.44
The breakfast provided was a specific point of disappointment.
Overall Experience
7.91
Overall, guests had a decent experience despite significant issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 07:50

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located just moments from San Diego International Airport and the vibrant Gaslamp Quarter, our pet-friendly motel is the perfect choice for travelers looking for comfort and convenience.

Amenities Galore
Enjoy complimentary morning coffee, take a refreshing dip in our outdoor swimming pool, and stay connected with our business center during your stay at Motel 6 San Diego Airport/Harbor.

Nearby Attractions
Explore the historic Old Town San Diego, visit the renowned San Diego Zoo, or attend events at the San Diego Convention Center - all just a short drive away. With SeaWorld also in close proximity, there's no shortage of exciting activities to experience near our motel.

Ready to experience a seamless blend of comfort and convenience? Book your stay at Motel 6 San Diego Airport/Harbor now!

Important information:

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card are required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • 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

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

  • Groups

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

Location

Guest Reviews

7.3
Based on 1880 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.94
Service: 6.91
Location: 9.45
Room Quality: 7.4
Amenities: 6.93
Value for Money: 8.39
Food and Beverage: 5.44
Overall Experience: 7.91
S
Simona couple us
6
Way too expensive for the overall experience.
Pros:

Clean. Comfortable bed

Cons:

Too close to airport, hence noisy. No check out late - which was not cool considering the price.

2026-05-30 via Nuitee
D
Dommar solo_traveller de
5
Pros:

Die Betten sind bequem

Cons:

Wenig komfortabel. Oberflächen und Böden zT beschädigt, sodass es schmuddelig wirkt.
Fluglärm entsprechend der Nähe zum Flughafen- viel störender war das ständige Hupen der Bahn.
Zu teuer. Es fanden gerade Bauarbeiten statt- schön dass investiert wird. Eine vorherige Info oder Anpassung des Preises wären hier wünschenswert gewesen.

2026-05-29 via Nuitee
R
Rossana extended_group ar
9
2026-05-28 via Nuitee
D
Denise couple us
1
Cons:

I had a very disappointing experience at this hotel. Upon check-in, I was charged an additional fee for early check-in. Later, some family members briefly came by to drop off luggage before their flight that evening and were not planning to stay at the hotel.

However, the front desk staff repeatedly confronted us regarding the number of people in the room, even after only four guests remained. The situation became extremely uncomfortable and felt unnecessarily hostile. Staff members entered the room to inspect it and even requested that we open the bathroom door to verify no additional guests were present. I found this behavior invasive and unprofessional.

In addition, the room itself was not in acceptable condition. The sheets had holes in them, the room appeared unclean, and there was no hot water available during our stay.

Due to the ongoing harassment and uncomfortable atmosphere, I decided to leave the hotel around 7 PM. While waiting outside for our Uber, one staff member continued staring at us, which only added to the discomfort of the experience.

Overall, I found the staff’s conduct unprofessional and the accommodations unacceptable. I will be submitting a formal complaint regarding this experience.

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
M
Mario couple us
1
2026-05-28 via Nuitee
R
Roger solo_traveller us
5
Pros:

Nothing I like

Cons:

Too small...limited movement...far from trolley

2026-05-27 via Nuitee
A
Anna extended_group de
6
In Ordnung
Pros:

Nah zum Flughafen, Hafen und fußläufig nach „Little Italy“
Parkplätze sind ausreichend vorhanden
Kaffee kann man sich morgens an der Rezeption holen
Nettes Personal

Cons:

Kein Föhn im Badezimmer und tagsüber sehr laut, da die Flugzeuge direkt über dem Hotel ein- und ausfliegen (nachts war es in Ordnung)

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
P
Paulina solo_traveller us
10
Overall comfortable
Pros:

Close to all convenience stores

Cons:

Parking

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
M
Martina family_with_children sk
6
Pros:

Motel ma dobru polohu,blizko na letisko,do mesta,do pristavu.

Cons:

Na izbe nam chybali osusky.Nie je tam ani sprchovy sampon,ani sampon.Nemali sme ani susic na vlasy.Na izbe bola len jedna stolicka.A na taky velky motel je velmi malo iba jeden spolocny stol s tromi stolickami na sedenie vonku.

2026-05-25 via Nuitee
R
Romeo solo_traveller us
10
excellent
Pros:

very nice

Cons:

none

2026-05-25 via Nuitee
L
Lena couple at
10
2026-05-23 via Nuitee
M
Moritz solo_traveller de
1
Fatale Entscheidung auf dem Roadtrip
Pros:

Das nötigste vorhanden

Cons:

Die Lage direkt am Flughafen ist bekannt, jedoch liegt das Motel unmittelbar unter dem Landeanflug. Die Lautstärke ist immens und geht bis in die Nacht.
Die Türen sind nicht komplett dicht, sodass Kleintiere wie Käfer, Ameisen etc. In dem Zimmer sind.
Die Sauberkeit ist dementsprechend eher mangelhaft als ausreichend.

Preis/Leistung absolut überzogen.

Wer nachts anreist und einen kurzen Moment, total übermüdet kurz einen Moment ruhen will, kann hier einkehren. Wir waren Drei Nächte hier und würden rückblickend nicht mal mehr kurz ruhen wollen.

2026-05-23 via Nuitee
M
Matthew Smallacombe solo_traveller ca
8
2026-05-23 via Nuitee
Y
Yichin couple us
8
2026-05-23 via Nuitee
O
Oleksandr family_with_children us
10
2026-05-20 via Nuitee
J
Joseph solo_traveller us
6
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Under the landing strip

2026-05-20 via Nuitee
J
Johnson solo_traveller us
10
Quality service provided.
Pros:

Service with staff was courteous and welcoming queries were handled professionally, I am very satisfied.

2026-05-19 via Nuitee
S
Stefanie H. solo_traveller at
8
Nettes Motel
Pros:

Das Zimmer war sauber und die Betten in Ordnung. Unkomplizierter Check-in mit nettem Mitarbeiter, Parkplätze sind ausreichend vorhanden. Wer gut zu Fuß ist, erreicht den Hafen und das Gaslamp Quarter in ca 30-40 min. Little Italy ist in unmittelbarer Nähe. Für Aktivitäten mit dem Auto ist man sehr schnell auf der 5, somit alles gut erreichbar.

Cons:

Leider gab es nur Seifen, keine anderen Pflegeprodukte. Leider gibt es keine Mikrowelle oder Kaffeemaschine bzw. Föhn auf den Zimmern.
Im Verhältnis zu anderen Hotels, die wir auf unserer großen USA Reise hatten, war das Preis-Leistungsverhältnis nicht gegeben. Die Flugzeuge sind laut (wir konnten trotzdem gut schlafen)

2026-05-19 via Nuitee
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Sandy couple us
9
Excellent and affordable place to stay overnight for long layover.
Pros:

Super close to airport (we walked from where car rental shuttle dropped us off to get to hotel).

Cons:

Road was being fixed so no sidewalk access near the hotel.

2026-05-19 via Nuitee
I
Iván family_with_children mx
8
2026-05-18 via Nuitee