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The best cheap hotels in San Diego

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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,588 reviews

    Ideally set in the Downtown San Diego, Gaslamp Hostel features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

    From US$144.66 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 706 reviews

    Set in a Victorian house in the heart of Central San Diego's Little Italy Neighbourhood of Downtown, this hostel offers dormitory rooms and private rooms with free Wi-Fi, breakfast and hosted social...

    From US$72.35 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 579 reviews

    Cherokee Lodge is located in San Diego, 2.8 km from San Diego Convention centre and 3.5 km from Downtown San Diego. Every room at this accommodation is air-conditioned and has a flat-screen TV.

    From US$185.90 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 747 reviews

    Located 4.8 km from San Diego International Airport, this hotel offers free shuttles to the airport, San Diego Amtrak Station and more. Free WiFi is available to guests.

    From US$195.42 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 439 reviews

    Comfort Inn San Diego Old Town is 4 miles from the San Diego International Airport. The rooms feature refrigerators and microwaves.

    From US$125.07 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 433 reviews

    Located off Interstate-5, this inn is 3 miles from Sea World theme park and the San Diego International Airport. It features classic rooms with free Wi-Fi and serves a daily continental breakfast.

    From US$228.86 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 794 reviews

    Located 5 miles away from the San Diego Zoo, this Mission Valley hotel boasts an outdoor pool and hot tub and a 24/7 state-of-the-art fitness centre. All guest rooms offer free WiFi.

    From US$145.60 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,570 reviews

    Located in the light industrial Midway area, this hotel is 8 minutes’ walk from Old Town. It offers an outdoor pool and serves a daily grab-and-go breakfast. Each spacious room has free WiFi.

    From US$217.86 per night

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

    Located in the centre of San Diego, La Ventana provides rooms with free WiFi. The property is around 2.4 km from Maritime Museum of San Diego, 3.3 km from Balboa Park and 3.7 km from San Diego Zoo.

    From US$140.66 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 230 reviews

    Ideally set in the Downtown San Diego district of San Diego, Keating is situated 1.5 km from USS Midway Museum, 1.1 km from San Diego - Santa Fe Depot Amtrak Station and 1.9 km from Maritime Museum of...

    From US$180.94 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews

    Located in a historic Marin Hotel in San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter, these self-service apartments provide central climate control, dining/work space, and kitchenettes. All units offer a TV.

    From US$188.02 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,676 reviews

    Situated in San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter, this non-profit hostel has a fully equipped kitchen and offers free coffee, tea, and filtered water all day. Balboa Park is 4.8 km away.

    From US$96.40 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 53 reviews

    Set in the centre of San Diego, 1.1 km from San Diego - Santa Fe Depot Amtrak Station, Greely Gaslamp - Loft W Parking & 4 Beds #401 offers air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.

    From US$386.77 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews

    Attractively situated in the centre of San Diego, Gaslamp 2bdrm - W Parking & 5 Beds #403 features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Set in the centre of San Diego, 1.1 km from San Diego - Santa Fe Depot Amtrak Station, Greely Gaslamp - Loft W Parking & 3 Beds #202 offers air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.

    From US$386.77 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews

    Set in San Diego, within 1 km of San Diego Convention Center and 1.5 km of USS Midway Museum, Gaslamp 2bdrm1ba - W Parking & 4 Beds #304 offers free WiFi throughout the property.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,813 reviews

    Located in the heart of San Diego’s historic Gaslamp Quarter, guests of this hotel can stroll through 16 blocks of Victorian architecture and shops.

    From US$233.64 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 616 reviews

    Attractively located in the centre of San Diego, Moxy San Diego Gaslamp Quarter features air-conditioned rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

    From US$205.99 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 203 reviews

    Well located in San Diego, The Beau Hotel Downtown San Diego Gaslamp Quarter provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a terrace.

    From US$203.56 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 332 reviews

    Attractively set in San Diego, Sentral Gaslamp Quarter provides 4-star accommodation close to San Diego Convention Center and San Diego - Santa Fe Depot Amtrak Station.

    From US$282.92 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

    In a central area of San Diego, set within a short distance of San Diego Convention Center and San Diego - Santa Fe Depot Amtrak Station, Luxury Designer Suite with Rooftop Pool, Gym offers free WiFi,...

    From US$937.76 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,113 reviews

    Stay Classy is well located in San Diego, and provides a shared lounge and free WiFi.

    From US$72.35 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 873 reviews

    Located 3.2 km from San Diego International Airport, Best Western Plus Bayside Inn offers a heated outdoor pool or hot tub. Free WiFi is provided.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    In the heart of San Diego, set within a short distance of San Diego - Santa Fe Depot Amtrak Station and Maritime Museum of San Diego, Ocean View Loft in Little Italy near Downtown-Gaslamp offers free...

    From US$618.30 per night

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  • Berkshire Motor Hotel

    Cheap hotel in San Diego
    Avg. price/night: US$106.45
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,028 reviews
    Great location. Very clean and comfortable. I have stayed here before and would definitely stay again.
    Guest review by
    Raissa
    Family with young children

  • ITH San Diego Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

    Cheap hotel in Mission Beach, San Diego
    Avg. price/night: US$141.21
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 389 reviews
    Of course it is not cheap due to its outstanding location ( however I stayed in one of the single rooms which were far more expensive than the dorms) but it is super clean, very authentic, well self organized and the staff is very nice. Perfect accommodation for young people traveling on their own.
    Guest review by
    Eric
    Solo traveller

  • Comfort Inn Sea World Area

    Cheap hotel in Midway-Pacific Highway, San Diego
    Avg. price/night: US$107.48
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,449 reviews
    Cheap, affordable and good breakfast.
    Guest review by
    Henrik Kirkeluten
    Group

  • HI San Diego Downtown Hostel

    Cheap hotel in Downtown San Diego, San Diego
    Avg. price/night: US$96.40
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,676 reviews
    Highly recommend. Friendly staff, great location, very clean. Lovely breakfast. Really well organised.
    Guest review by
    Marie
    Solo traveller

  • Gaslamp Hostel

    Cheap hotel in Downtown San Diego, San Diego
    Avg. price/night: US$144.66
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,588 reviews
    The art everywhere is gorgeous! There are also lovely plants & good lighting. Definitely the prettiest hostel I’ve ever stayed in. Staff were friendly & professional. Breakfast is basic - cereal, fruit, and tea & coffee but better than what we were expecting. Beds were comfortable. There was a little shelf, light, plug & 2 usb ports at each bed. Location was ideal. Bathrooms were basic but very clean.
    Guest review by
    Anonymous
    Group

  • Stay Classy

    Cheap hotel in Downtown San Diego, San Diego
    Avg. price/night: US$72.35
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,113 reviews
    My partner and I stayed in the double bed dorm room, cheaper than other options in the city and a great way to still have privacy with the sectioned/curtained bed areas. The hostel had great showers and a room providing hair dryer/straightener etc, good social areas, and was very clean. The location was great, close to Petco Park and lots of cafes/restaurants near the gaslamp area. Would definitely stay again if in the area.
    Guest review by
    Eden
    Young couple