When it comes to traveling to San Diego, one of the most important decisions you have to make is where you will stay. There are countless options, from luxury resorts to budget-friendly motels, but for many travelers, motels are the ideal choice. In this post, we will explore the reasons why motels make the perfect accommodation for your trip to San Diego.
First and foremost, motels offer the convenience and comfort that you need when visiting a new city. Many motels are located in central areas, making it easy to access all of San Diego's top attractions, restaurants, and nightlife. Additionally, motels often offer free parking and easy access to public transportation, making it effortless to explore the city without the hassle of finding parking or dealing with traffic.
Another reason to choose motels when traveling to San Diego is the affordability. San Diego can be an expensive city to visit, but by staying at a motel, you can save money on accommodation and put it towards experiencing everything the city has to offer. Many motels offer competitive rates and special deals, making it easy to find the perfect place to stay without breaking the bank.
Moreover, motels often provide the perfect balance of amenities and comfort. While they may not have all the bells and whistles of a luxury hotel, many motels offer free Wi-Fi, continental breakfast, and other amenities to make your stay as comfortable as possible. Whether you're traveling solo, with a partner, or with the whole family, motels can provide everything you need for a pleasant and memorable stay in San Diego.
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The Atwood Hotel San Diego - Seaworld/Zoo
Set within a few steps of a valley, the pet-friendly accommodation is at a distance of 4.5 km from the private University of San Diego. San Diego Anthropological Museum of Man is at a distance of 3.6 km from the Atwood Hotel San Diego - Seaworld/Zoo, while San Diego International airport is 10 km from it.
The lovely property is placed not so far from Mission Bay. The Atwood Hotel San Diego - Seaworld/Zoo is situated at a distance of 3.5 km from San Diego Zoo.
Hotel Circle South & Bachman Pl bus stop is a short distance from the accommodation.
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Pb Surf Beachside Inn
Promenade at Pacific Beach Shopping Center is located approximately a 19-minute stroll from the property while Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego is a 15-minute drive away. The Pb Surf Beachside Inn San Diego is also a 10-minute ride from such natural sights as SeaWorld San Diego Theme Park.
The accommodation is close to Pacific Beach Park and Law Street Beach.
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El Rancho Motel
The accommodation places you a 5-minute ride from the lifelike waterside Unconditional Surrender Sculpture and a 5-minute ride from USS Midway Interactive Museum. The public bayfront par-72 Coronado Municipal Golf Course is just 1.9 km from this hotel, while San Diego International airport is 15 km from it.
The property has a quiet location in San Diego, not so far from the 8-acre Spreckels Park.
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Valli Hi Motel
The motel is in the heart of San Diego, within 21 minutes' drive of San Diego International airport. At this San Diego hotel, guests will be within walking distance of Balboa Park.
The modern museum "Tijuana Cultural Center" is situated around 4.5 km from the property.
The bus stop San Ysidro Blvd & 525-611 is located only a few minutes from Valli Hi Motel.
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Downtown San Diego Lodge
The motel lies in Downtown San Diego with so much to offer from live entertainment, shopping or a night out on the town, near a zoo and a park. San Diego Zoo is at a 3-km distance from the Downtown San Diego Lodge, and San Diego International airport is 10 km away.
This pet friendly property is placed quite close to Petco Park. Downtown San Diego Lodge is placed relatively close to The New Children's Museum, and 4th Av & Broadway bus station is a 10-minute walk away.
The accommodation is approximately 5 minutes' walk from City College city rail.
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Most comfortable Hotel 🛏️ | The Atwood Hotel San Diego - Seaworld/Zoo |
Top Service Hotel 🛁 | Pb Surf Beachside Inn |
Best Price Hotel 🤑 | El Rancho Motel |
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Sunrise Inn San Diego
Shoreline Waterfront Park is around 18 minutes' walk from this inn and the historical naval aircraft carrier USS Midway Museum is about 6 km away. The Sunrise Inn is quite close to Heritage Park.
6 km from Seaport Village Shopping Complex is a perk for guests staying at the accommodation.
The 2-star Sunrise Inn San Diego is about 10 minutes' drive from San Diego International airport, which is 5 km away.
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Baymont By Wyndham San Diego Downtown
The accommodation sits in the heart of San Diego, 350 metres from Copley Symphony Hall. The Baymont By Wyndham San Diego Downtown in San Diego is within a minute's drive of Childrens Public Park.
This property also provides access to shopping attractions like the primary San Diego Convention Center, which are merely 1.3 km away.
In addition, an underground station is near the 2-star Baymont By Wyndham San Diego Downtown.
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Mission Bay Motel
Heritage County Park is around 4.2 km away, and Brick by Brick is approximately 25 minutes' walk from the contemporary-style property. Cultural sights in the area are Old Town Model Railroad Depot (4.4 km) and the Interactive Sheriff's History Museum (4.5 km).
The hotel is at a 4.2-km distance from the 19th - century US Whaley House History Museum.
San Diego International airport lies 15 km away from Mission Bay Motel and it takes about 12 minutes by car to get there.
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Harvey'S Motel Sdsu La Mesa San Diego
This smoke-free motel is located in the heart of San Diego, near a tube station. The Harvey'S Motel Sdsu La Mesa San Diego is 500 metres away from Al Rribat Al Aslami and around a 10-minute drive from Aztec Bowl.
The property is placed relatively near Balboa Park. Harvey'S Motel Sdsu La Mesa San Diego lies within 10 minutes' drive of Viejas Arena.
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Ez 8 Motel Old Town
Located in a valley and parks, the accommodation is 25 minutes' walk from SeaWorld San Diego Theme Park. The private University of San Diego is a popular education place to visit 25 minutes on foot from the Ez 8 Motel Old Town San Diego.
This San Diego property allows you to enjoy such natural sights as the Manicured and pristine Presidio Urban Park 10 minutes away by car.
Ez 8 Motel Old Town is located 10 km from San Diego International airport and quite a walk from Old Town Transit Center bus stop.
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Hotel Aqua Mar San Diego
The comfortable family property is set in the old part of San Diego, at a 6-km distance from Seaport Village Shopping Complex. The Aqua Mar San Diego is located within a minute's drive of Mission Bay.
The accommodation also grants access to family attractions like the old - style Belmont Family Amusement Park, which are around 6 km away.
Hotel Aqua Mar in San Diego is 5 km from San Diego International airport.
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Old Town Western Inn
This perfect accommodation has a major setting approximately 4.4 km from the historical naval aircraft carrier USS Midway Museum. The Church Of The Immaculate Conception is approximately 25 minutes' walk away, while Old Town Area is a minute away from the Old Town Western Inn.
The property is placed just a pleasant stroll away from Balboa Park. Located nearly 15 minutes' walk from Old Town Western Inn, Adobe Chapel Museum is open for visiting by worshippers and tourists.
Flix San Diego bus stop is at a distance of within walking distance of this perfect accommodation.
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Travel Time Motel
The smoke-free property has a central location 10 minutes' drive from Qualcomm Stadium. Rolando Shopping Center is within 25 minutes' walk of the hotel, while El Cajon airport is 15 km from it.
This accommodation is placed within close distance of Mission Valley. The nearby sport attractions feature Colina Park Golf Course within a minute's drive of Travel Time Motel.
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Avenida Revolucion is around a 10-minute ride from the property and nearly a 15-minute drive from the modern museum "Tijuana Cultural Center". Cultural sights in the area are the history museum "Museo de las Californias" (5 km) and Tijuana Wax Museum (3.6 km).
Visit North Dairy Mart Pond, within 7 minutes' walk of the hotel, and feel complete harmony with the nature of United States. Nature lovers will appreciate proximity to Aquatica San Diego, which is approximately 6 km away.
This quality accommodation is also placed near an underground station.
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Harborview Inn & Suites-Convention Center-Airport-Gaslamp-Seaworld-Zoo-Balboa Park
Ideally located in Downtown San Diego with a lively dining and bar scene, the property is a good choice for exploring the historical naval aircraft carrier USS Midway Museum, which is a 5-minute ride away. The Harborview Inn & Suites-Convention Center-Airport-Gaslamp-Seaworld-Zoo-Balboa Park San Diego is within a 10-minute drive of Coronado Island and at a medium distance from Waterfront.
Options for cultural tourism include The New Children's Museum, set about 2.4 km away.
County Center/Little Italy city rail is nearly 10 minutes' walk away, while India St & C St bus stop is nearly a 15-minute walk from Harborview Inn & Suites-Convention Center-Airport-Gaslamp-Seaworld-Zoo-Balboa Park.
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Berkshire Motor Hotel
Revival Time Church of God and Christ is placed just 750 metres away, and Spanish Village Art Center is approximately a 10-minute ride from the property. Cultural sights in the area are Fleet Science Center (2.9 km) and the historical naval aircraft carrier USS Midway Museum (6 km).
You can easily find Mingei International Museum around a 10-minute drive from the hotel.
There is 30th Street & El Cajon Boulevard bus stop not very far from Berkshire Motor Hotel.