San Diego Downtown Lodge

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

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Point of interest
Lobby sitting area
Lake
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
1345 10th Avenue, San Diego, CA, 92101
  • San Diego City College
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Copley Symphony Hall
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Waterfront Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Run of the House

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

San Diego

Located in Downtown San Diego, San Diego Downtown Lodge is within a 5-minute walk of popular attractions such as San Diego City College and Copley Symphony Hall. This 32-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and coffee/tea in a common area.

What's nearby

  • Petco Park - 19 min walk
  • San Diego Convention Center - 3 min drive
  • Balboa Park - 3 min drive
  • San Diego Zoo - 3 min drive
  • USS Midway Museum - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • City College Trolley Station - 7 min walk
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 8 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 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
At San Diego Downtown Lodge, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and express check-in. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include express check-out and a vending machine.
32-inch LCD TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include free long-distance calls, free local calls, and safes. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, Hindi, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

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 available
Express check-in available

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 27.62 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

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

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

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

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

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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with discounted offsite parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

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

Are free cancellation options available at San Diego Downtown Lodge?

San Diego Downtown Lodge offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

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

As of Feb 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at San Diego Downtown Lodge on Feb 24, 2025 start from $69.0, excluding 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.

What's there to see near San Diego Downtown Lodge?

This hotel is situated in Downtown San Diego within a short 19-minute walk of Petco Park and also 18 minutes on foot from Waterfront Park. You'll also find USS Midway Museum and Balboa Park within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at San Diego Downtown Lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is limited, accessible parking is also available.

Does San Diego Downtown Lodge have a casino at the property?

No, San Diego Downtown Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at San Diego Downtown Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at San Diego Downtown Lodge?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a turndown service as well as concierge services and a 24-hour front desk.

Are there hot tubs at San Diego Downtown Lodge?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does San Diego Downtown Lodge have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, San Diego Downtown Lodge doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will San Diego Downtown Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at San Diego Downtown Lodge for a fee of USD 27.62 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at San Diego Downtown Lodge?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to San Diego Downtown Lodge?

The closest major airport to San Diego Downtown Lodge is San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), which is 3.3 mi away (11 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is located 8.9 mi away (13-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at San Diego Downtown Lodge?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at San Diego Downtown Lodge.

San Diego Downtown Lodge Reviews

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 229 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 223 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 189 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 145 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 217 out of 1003 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

4/10 Poor

Luis

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
I booked three rooms for three nights and ended up staying only two nights. When I asked for a refund for the third night, the attendant refused to issue a credit. I did not appreciate that at all. Total rip-off....
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Osiris

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindy

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

6/10 Okay

Josue

Traveled 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

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
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

Traveled 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 traveler

Traveled 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

Traveled 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
👍
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

cecily

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Miguel

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Adrian

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Only a few parking for the amount of rooms. Cleaning lady was a little rude. You could hear a lot of noises and the area was a little ghetto too many homeless around
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mario, salinas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location motel needs updating
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Enrique

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelent
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

nataly

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024