San Diego Downtown Lodge

2.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, a quick walk to San Diego City College

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View from property
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Lobby sitting area
Lake
Point of interest

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$151
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar

Explore the area

Map
1345 10th Avenue, San Diego, CA, 92101
  • Petco Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • San Diego Convention Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • San Diego Zoo
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Cable channels
Desk
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Run of the House

Highlights

Air conditioning
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Cable channels
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Cable channels
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

San Diego

San Diego Downtown Lodge places you in the centre of San Diego, within a short 5-minute stroll of San Diego City College and Copley Symphony Hall. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi and LCD TVs. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Additionally, you'll find coffee/tea in a common area, express check-in and express check-out. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 30-minute walk of this Downtown San Diego hotel include Petco Park and San Diego Convention Center.

What's nearby

  • Petco Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Balboa Park - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • San Diego Zoo - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • USS Midway Museum - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • City College Trolley Station - 7 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 8 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Del Taco - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cocina 35 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪SHAKE Bar & Lounge - ‬4 min walk

About this property

San Diego Downtown Lodge

Hotel with free parking, a quick walk to San Diego City College
As a guest of San Diego Downtown Lodge, you'll find a vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly San Diego Downtown Lodge also features coffee/tea in common area, concierge services, and express check-in. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This San Diego hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • No smoking on site
San Diego Downtown Lodge offers 32 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered once per stay. Amenities available on request include an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Languages

English, Hindi, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • In a state park

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 27.62 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 200 per accommodation, per stay
  • Breakage deposit: USD 100.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 27.62 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child aged 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

San Diego Downtown Lodge
San Diego Downtown Lodge Motel
San Diego Downtown Lodge Hotel
San Diego Downtown Lodge San Diego
San Diego Downtown Lodge Hotel San Diego

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at San Diego Downtown Lodge?

San Diego Downtown Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at San Diego Downtown Lodge?

As of 15 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at San Diego Downtown Lodge on 16 Mar 2025 start from NZ$150.50, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at San Diego Downtown Lodge?

Yep, San Diego Downtown Lodge has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to San Diego Downtown Lodge?

The closest beach to San Diego Downtown Lodge is Coronado Beach (5 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at San Diego Downtown Lodge?

No, San Diego Downtown Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at San Diego Downtown Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

San Diego Downtown Lodge Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 228 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 220 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 188 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 147 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 222 out of 1005 reviews

6.4/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

5.2/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Janice

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The biggest scam in the city. There was a lot of mystery stains all over the walls, lipstick on the rod to open the curtains, pieces of hair found when untucking the bed sheets on the first day. Not even the furniture was wiped down, it seriously looked like all they did was make the bed and wipe down the restroom sink faucet. When I used the restroom, I noticed the toilet paper was stamped and thought it was to make it look fancy… until I realized it was reused toilet paper from the stay before and there was indeed a poop stain in the side of it. Then to try and relax and turn on the tv, the most recent searches were “sex” and so many other inappropriate things. To top it off, every time I left the hotel, there was homeless people just chilling on the stairs playing music until 2 in the morning. Just spend the extra money if you want safety and cleanliness. I only lasted a day. That place definitely made me a germaphobe.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Debra

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very unsafe area, rooms smelt, linen not clean, no water available, rooms very dirty, linen and cushions torn
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Marvin

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disgusting dirty , roaches bugs
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

JUDITH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

LESLEY, LOS ANGELES

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very dirty
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Gary

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Laura

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disgusting and unsafe, DONT BOOK!!!
DO NOT BOOK HERE, read the reviews in google. This place is disgusting inside and out. They dont refund, so dont loose your money. The rooms dont look like the photos and the are homeless doing all the wrong things just outside, it is not safe to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Grant

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
At least it is as cheap
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location

6/10 Okay

Josue

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beds were comfortable. Very few parking and the parking spaces too small. Spiders on the ceiling(4), Hair from people that stay there before in the tub and sink, and also dirty splash’s mirror. The microwave and fridge were nasty in the inside!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

juan

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Rafael

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

linda

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very nice and clean. I liked how cool it looked inside like homie. The only thing is the view of the homeless outside but besides that it was nice. They had lots of tv channel options. Will stay here every time i come visit from now on.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Oskar

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Victor

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I slept on top of the blankets as the bathroom lights flickered like something out of a horror movie.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Cipriano

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are terrible they didn’t even give me a card key they said something wrong with the chip just to make contact with them to open the door notice someone already check in on my reservation with a different name that’s why they can’t provide or give me a card the staff is trying to make there money on the side or something is going on and I’m already tired no time to argue I just let it fast. They need a new staff here for sure
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Jay

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deyner

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disappointing Stay - Would Not Recommend I was deeply disappointed by our stay at this hotel. The pictures online were very misleading and did not match the actual condition of the property at all. The room itself was far from clean: the bed sheets were dirty and had hairs on them, which was quite disgusting. The bathtub was also dirty and had hair (including pubic hair) in it, which was off-putting. The parking situation was inconvenient, and the surrounding area felt unsafe. There were many homeless individuals camping in tents around the building, lingering nearby, which made us feel uneasy. Overall, it was not the experience we imagined, and I would not recommend this hotel to others.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Monica

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Checked in late, my key did not worked. Room front door frame broken, looked like it was kicked in and couldn't latch and secure my door. Homeless camp right next to my window. I had reserved three nights, needless to say i checked out the very next day and went to another hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wheelchair
It needs a wheelchair ramp for wheelchair access my wife use's a walker and had to climb stairs up and down
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Mathew

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was dirty, and a lot of things were broken.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Eduardo

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The price is good for what you get the only thing is that if you look closely some of the towels are dirty the mirror was so dirty and full of spots that I didn’t know where the came from and the parking is not the best two cars per parking space so if you were in front and there was a car behind you. You wouldn’t be able to leave until the person behind you left if your able to spend a little more money than I recommend it but if you need something for 2 or 3 days this hotel will do
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness
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Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024