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Cheap Hotels in San Diego

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50 curated stays$136–$684/night· 3 nights
Kings Inn San Diego
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Kings Inn San Diego

Independent
Official class
8.8/10
1333 Hotel Cir S, San Diego
Free cancellation until 26 Sept 2026, 10:00 UTC
Self parking (surcharge)Tea/coffee maker
USD 136/night

Total USD 408.17 for 3 nights

Rambler Hotel
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Rambler Hotel

9.0/10
225 Bay Blvd, Chula Vista
Free cancellation until 23 Sept 2026, 10:00 UTC
Air conditioningSwimming pool
USD 194/night

Total USD 581.68 for 3 nights

Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego Zoo -SeaWorld Area
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Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego Zoo -SeaWorld Area

Best Western
Official class
8.2/10
2485 Hotel Circle Place, San Diego
Free cancellation until 26 Sept 2026, 02:00 UTC
WiFiAir conditioning
USD 183/night

Total USD 549.60 for 3 nights

The Bristol Hotel San Diego
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The Bristol Hotel San Diego

Official class
8.4/10
1055 1st Ave, San Diego
Free cancellation until 24 Sept 2026, 10:00 UTC
WiFiAir conditioning
USD 196/night

Total USD 587.83 for 3 nights

Hilton San Diego Mission Valley
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Hilton San Diego Mission Valley

Hilton Hotels & Resorts
Official class
7.8/10
901 Camino Del Rio S, San Diego
WiFiAir conditioning
USD 199/night

Total USD 597.04 for 3 nights

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
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Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Best Western Plus
Official class
9.2/10
800 Bay Marina Dr, National City
Free cancellation until 25 Sept 2026, 01:59 UTC
WiFiAir conditioning
USD 201/night

Total USD 601.72 for 3 nights

Hampton Inn San Diego Mission Valley
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Hampton Inn San Diego Mission Valley

Hampton Inn
Official class
8.3/10
2151 Hotel Circle South, San Diego
WiFiAir conditioning
USD 203/night

Total USD 608.66 for 3 nights

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/Sea World Area
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Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/Sea World Area

Hilton Garden Inn
Official class
8.2/10
4200 Taylor St, San Diego
WiFiAir conditioning
USD 204/night

Total USD 612.85 for 3 nights

Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina
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Best Western PLUS Island Palms Hotel & Marina

Best Western Plus
Official class
8.8/10
2051 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego
Free cancellation until 26 Sept 2026, 01:59 UTC
WiFiAir conditioning
USD 207/night

Total USD 620.98 for 3 nights

Hotel Indigo San Diego - Gaslamp Quarter by IHG
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Hotel Indigo San Diego - Gaslamp Quarter by IHG

Hotel Indigo
Official class
9.0/10
509 9th Ave, San Diego
Free cancellation until 21 Sept 2026, 13:00 UTC
WiFiAir conditioning
USD 260/night

Total USD 779.87 for 3 nights

Holiday Inn Express La Mesa Near SDSU by IHG
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Holiday Inn Express La Mesa Near SDSU by IHG

Holiday Inn Express
Official class
9.6/10
8000 Parkway Dr, La Mesa
WiFiAir conditioning
USD 223/night

Total USD 670.45 for 3 nights

Hampton Inn San Diego Downtown
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Hampton Inn San Diego Downtown

Hampton Inn
Official class
7.8/10
1531 Pacific Hwy, San Diego
WiFiAir conditioning
USD 228/night

Total USD 682.72 for 3 nights

Courtyard San Diego Old Town
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Courtyard San Diego Old Town

Courtyard by Marriott
Official class
8.5/10
2435 Jefferson St, San Diego
Free cancellation until 24 Sept 2026, 04:00 UTC
WiFiAir conditioning
USD 258/night

Total USD 772.62 for 3 nights

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle
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Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle

Courtyard by Marriott
Official class
8.0/10
595 Hotel Circle South, San Diego
Free cancellation until 26 Sept 2026, 04:00 UTC
WiFiAir conditioning
USD 264/night

Total USD 791.02 for 3 nights

Hilton San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
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Hilton San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

Hilton Hotels & Resorts
Official class
9.4/10
401 K St, San Diego
WiFiAir conditioning
USD 286/night

Total USD 856.50 for 3 nights

The Sofia Hotel
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The Sofia Hotel

Official class
8.0/10
150 W Broadway, San Diego
Free cancellation until 24 Sept 2026, 10:00 UTC
WiFiAir conditioning
USD 271/night

Total USD 811.86 for 3 nights

Best Western Plus Bayside Inn
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Best Western Plus Bayside Inn

Best Western Plus
Official class
8.5/10
555 W Ash Street, San Diego
WiFiAir conditioning
USD 255/night

Total USD 764.96 for 3 nights

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Downtown/Bayside
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Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Downtown/Bayside

Homewood Suites by Hilton
Official class
8.3/10
2137 Pacific Highway, San Diego
WiFiAir conditioning
USD 264/night

Total USD 792.62 for 3 nights

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown
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Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott
Official class
9.0/10
530 Broadway, San Diego
Free cancellation until 26 Sept 2026, 04:00 UTC
WiFiAir conditioning
USD 265/night

Total USD 793.64 for 3 nights

Carte Hotel San Diego Downtown, Curio Collection By Hilton
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Carte Hotel San Diego Downtown, Curio Collection By Hilton

Hilton Hotels & Resorts
Official class
9.0/10
401 W Ash Street, San Diego
WiFiAir conditioning
USD 298/night

Total USD 894.42 for 3 nights

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San Diego pairs 70-mile coastline with year-round sunshine — and you don't need to blow the budget to enjoy it. From well-reviewed motels near Mission Bay to affordable boutique stays in Old Town and the Gaslamp Quarter, there's a deal for every trip.

We've sorted every available property by price so the best rates surface first. Every listing shows live pricing with no hidden fees, and many offer free cancellation so you can book with confidence. Popular low-cost picks include the Bahia Resort on Mission Bay, Catamaran Resort on Mission Beach, and family-friendly Old Town inns.

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Where to Stay in San Diego, California

Gaslamp Quarter

16 blocks of Victorian architecture packed with rooftop bars, live music, acclaimed restaurants, and proximity to Petco Park and the Convention Center.

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La Jolla

Upscale coastal village with dramatic sea cliffs, La Jolla Cove, boutique shopping, world-class seafood restaurants, and resident sea lions.

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Mission Bay

Family-friendly resort area around a 4,600-acre aquatic park, home to SeaWorld, the Mission Beach boardwalk, and water sports galore.

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Coronado

Charming island community across the bay from downtown, home to the iconic Hotel del Coronado, pristine beaches, and a relaxed small-town atmosphere.

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