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Discover well-known properties in San Diego that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 468 hotels in San Diego and price data was last updated on 12 December 2025. The average price for a hotel in San Diego is C$ 288/night.
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4961 Newport Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
Hostel with free breakfast, near Mission Beach A microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and a 24-hour front desk are available at this hostel. Free on-the-go breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Other amenities include ATM/banking services. Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel offers 22 accommodations with ceiling fans. This San Diego hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
9.0
Excellent
1815 reviews
Location
9.4 km from city centre
C$ 72
2151 Hotel Circle South, San Diego, CA, United States
Set on Hotel Circle in Mission Valley, CA, and only five miles from San Diego Airport, the LEED Certified Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley hotel is just moments from malls, eateries, beaches and business areas. Explore the bustling Gaslamp Quarter: home to an eclectic mix of restaurants, breweries and live music venues or visit the Giant Pandas at San Diego Zoo. Take the kids for a fun, educational day out at SeaWorld San Diego or attend an exhibition at San Diego Conference Center. Relax in a comfortable guest room, where you can stay connected with free WiFi at the ergonomic desk, watch the 42-inch HDTV and get a great night’s sleep on the clean and fresh Hampton bed. Start your day at this Mission Valley hotel with Hampton’s free hot breakfast buffet, offering everything from light continental favorites to hot items. Enjoy free tea and coffee in the modern lobby, 24-hours a day and ask our friendly staff for advice on what to see and do during your stay. Print documents in the free business center or hold a meeting for up to 10 people in the boardroom. Work out in our free, 24-hour fitness center, swim in the heated indoor pool or after a busy day exploring Mission Valley, unwind by the fire pit on the outdoor patio. Friendly service, clean rooms, comfortable surroundings, every time. If you’re not satisfied, we don’t expect you to pay. That’s our commitment and your guarantee. That’s 100% Hampton.
Free Wi-Fi
8.2
Excellent
1929 reviews
Location
5.4 km from city centre
C$ 130
4444 Pacific Highway, San Diego, CA, United States
Hotel with free breakfast, 7-minute walk to Old Town San Diego State Park This hotel features a business center, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, gas grills, and a front-desk safe are onsite. Housekeeping is available once per stay. Old Town Inn offers 72 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Cable television is provided. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.4
Excellent
3879 reviews
Location
5.7 km from city centre
C$ 169
2502 EL Cajon Boulevard, San Diego, CA, United States
Hotel in San Diego with free parking Laundry facilities, free self parking, and free WiFi in public areas are available at this hotel. Other amenities include a vending machine. Berkshire Motor Hotel offers 17 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. This San Diego hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.0
Excellent
1644 reviews
Location
4.8 km from city centre
C$ 132
8110 Aero Drive, San Diego, CA, United States
Transform any stay into a relaxing getaway at Four Points by Sheraton San Diego. Located in the vibrant community of Kearny Mesa, our family friendly hotel in San Diego provides unrivaled access to a number of the area's most renowned locales including the San Diego Zoo, Snapdragon Stadium and Gaslamp Quarter. Following your day of conducting business or seeking adventure, relax in our spacious rooms and suites featuring complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi, mini-refrigerators and microwaves. Our lounge provides a relaxing setting to enjoy friendly conversations and craft cocktails after an eventful sales meeting or family reunion. Hosting a business or social gathering. Our 10 event rooms are perfect for meetings and receptions of all sizes. Reserve accommodations at Four Points by Sheraton San Diego and appreciate the comfort and convenience you desire and deserve for your California expedition.
Free Wi-Fi
7.8
Good
509 reviews
Location
10.5 km from city centre
C$ 124
521 Market Street, San Diego, CA, United States
Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, 6-minute walk to Petco Park This smoke-free hostel features coffee/tea in a common area, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, concierge services, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request. HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel offers 48 accommodations with air conditioning. This San Diego hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on request and irons/ironing boards can be requested. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
8.5
Excellent
1879 reviews
Location
0.5 km from city centre
C$ 102
3950 Jupiter Street, San Diego, CA, United States
Welcome to the Holiday Inn Express San Diego SeaWorld, where you can enjoy the ultimate convenience and comfort during your stay. Our hotel is located in the heart of the Mission Bay area, just a short distance from the 8 and Sports Arena, making it the perfect base for your San Diego adventure. Additionally, San Diego International Airport is only five miles away, allowing you to start your vacation as soon as you arrive. Our hotel is ideally situated less than a mile from SeaWorld San Diego and within five miles of other popular attractions such as local beaches, San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, Downtown San Diego, San Diego Old Town, Petco Park, and the San Diego Waterfront. Start your day off right with our complimentary hot breakfast, and after a day of exploring, unwind in our heated outdoor pool or whirlpool. We also offer a guest laundry facility for your convenience. Choose to Stay Smart at the Holiday Inn Express - SeaWorld, your perfect vacation destination!!
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.5
Excellent
1605 reviews
Location
7.4 km from city centre
C$ 158
6474 El Cajon Boulevard, San Diego, CA, United States
Hotel with free breakfast, near Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater An outdoor pool, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, free newspapers, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are onsite. Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU offers 60 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. This San Diego hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily. Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.6
Excellent
1481 reviews
Location
10.7 km from city centre
C$ 170
432 F Street, San Diego, CA, United States
Ideally located in the Downtown San Diego district of San Diego, The Keating is located a 18-minute walk from USS Midway Museum, 0.7 miles from San Diego – Santa Fe Depot Amtrak Station and 1.2 miles from Maritime Museum of San Diego. The 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi. The property is a 11-minute walk from San Diego Convention Center, and within 500 yards of the city center. At the hotel, the rooms have a desk. All rooms in The Keating are equipped with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries. Balboa Park is 2.1 miles from the accommodation, while San Diego Zoo is 2.3 miles from the property. San Diego International Airport is 2.5 miles away.
Free Wi-Fi
8.1
Excellent
450 reviews
Location
0.4 km from city centre
C$ 122
3790 Udall Street, San Diego, CA, United States
Hostel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of San Diego Convention Center Concierge services, laundry facilities, and an arcade/game room are available at this hostel. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, a hair salon, and ATM/banking services are onsite. Bathrooms are shared. California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with private pools and outdoor private hot tubs. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate dining areas and include dining tables and kitchen islands. Tempur-Pedic beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers. This San Diego hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.2
Excellent
1094 reviews
Location
7.4 km from city centre
C$ 90

HotelsCombined’s insights for budget hotels in San Diego

Use our HotelsCombined data-powered tips to help you find your next budget hotel in San Diego.

Which month has the lowest rates for budget hotels in San Diego?

December is the cheapest month to book a budget hotel in San Diego, with average nightly rates around C$ 185. Prices are highest in July, when rates rise to about C$ 490 per night.

What day of the week has the lowest rates for San Diego budget hotels?

Budget hotels in San Diego are most affordable on Thursdays, with average nightly rates around C$ 191. Saturdays are usually the most expensive, averaging C$ 597 per night.

Which San Diego neighborhoods are most popular to stay in?

Those visiting San Diego tend to stay in Mission Valley West, where a budget hotel costs around C$ 171/night. Another popular neighborhood in San Diego is Ocean Beach, which is C$ 101/night on average for a budget hotel.

How much is a budget hotel in San Diego tonight?

Users have found prices for budget hotels in San Diego tonight starting as low as C$ 109, rising to an average cost of C$ 327, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from C$ 210 for a 4-star budget hotel in San Diego for tonight.

How much is a San Diego budget hotel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for budget hotels in San Diego this weekend for as little as C$ 74/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as C$ 74/night. For a 4-star budget hotel in San Diego, the cheapest rate recently found was C$ 249/night for this weekend.

What’s the recommended booking timeframe for San Diego budget hotels?

For the best rates, it's recommended to book your San Diego budget hotel at least 67 days before your stay.

Top-rated Budget hotels in San Diego

Browse through properties in San Diego that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 468 properties in San Diego and data was last updated on 12 December 2025.
According to our users, these are some of the best hotels to stay at in San Diego. Make sure to read hotel descriptions and reviews to find the right property right for you.
831 6th Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 169
Avg. per night
5434 Kearny Mesa Road, San Diego, CA, United States
13.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 181
Avg. per night
5925 Lusk Boulevard, San Diego, CA, United States
20.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 155
Avg. per night
11920 El Camino Real, San Diego, CA, United States
25.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 189
Avg. per night
5975 Lusk Boulevard, San Diego, CA, United States
20.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 164
Avg. per night
311 Island Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 175
Avg. per night
1955 San Diego Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
4.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 183
Avg. per night
555 West Ash Street, San Diego, CA, United States
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 175
Avg. per night
6750 La Jolla Boulevard, San Diego, CA, United States
17.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 155
Avg. per night
230 W Cedars St., San Diego, CA, United States
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
C$ 136
Avg. per night
1333 Hotel Circle South, San Diego, CA, United States
5.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 98
Avg. per night
8651 Spectrum Center Boulevard, San Diego, CA, United States
12.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 134
Avg. per night
5550 Clairemont Mesa Boulevard, San Diego, CA, United States
13.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 102
Avg. per night

Other accommodations in San Diego

Discover the ideal theme hotel, vacation rental or hostel for your stay in San Diego. There are 5,349 properties in San Diego and price data was last updated on 12 December 2025.
660 G Street, San Diego, CA, United States
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
Airport shuttle
C$ 119
Avg. per night
3790 Udall Street, San Diego, CA, United States
7.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 90
Avg. per night
707 Reed Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
12.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 66
Avg. per night
4961 Newport Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
9.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
C$ 72
Avg. per night
675 L Street, San Diego, CA, United States
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 272
Avg. per night
520 East Street, San Diego, CA, United States
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 166
Avg. per night
3999 Mission Boulevard, San Diego, CA, United States
12.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 222
Avg. per night
1404 Vacation Road, San Diego, CA, United States
10.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 199
Avg. per night

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