Skip to main content

Cheap hotels in San Diego

Find the cheap hotels that appeal to you the most

The best cheap hotels in San Diego

Check out our pick of great cheap hotels in San Diego

Filter by:

Review score

Samesun Ocean Beach Hotel & Hostel

Ocean Beach, San Diego

Located in San Diego and with Ocean Beach reachable within 300 metres, Samesun Ocean Beach Hotel & Hostel provides a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

J
Joel
From
France
It is close to the ocean, in a fabulous street. Hostel was nice inside
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,769 reviews
Price from
US$65
1 night, 2 adults

ITH San Diego Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

Mission Beach, San Diego

Set in San Diego, within 200 metres of Mission Beach and 3.7 km of SeaWorld San Diego, ITH San Diego Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel provides accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi.

N
Niklas
From
Finland
The location, the room, the staff, the activities and the overall hospitality was beyond belief good. I loved it.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 396 reviews
Price from
US$96.36
1 night, 2 adults

Staypineapple, Hotel Z, Gaslamp San Diego

Hotel in Downtown San Diego, San Diego

Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Staypineapple, Hotel Z, Gaslamp San Diego offers pet-friendly accommodation in San Diego. San Diego International Airport is just 4 km from the property.

N
Natalie
From
Australia
Great amenities (welcome drink, coffee machine in the room, refillable water bottles, bikes), perfect location, very comfortable room. Able to check in early, much appreciated after a long flight.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 927 reviews
Price from
US$143.10
1 night, 2 adults

Greely Gaslamp - Loft w Parking & 3 Beds #402

Hotel in Downtown San Diego, San Diego

Ideally set in the centre of San Diego, Greely Gaslamp - Loft w Parking & 3 Beds #402 features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

J
Jennyfer
From
Israel
Good apartment, walking distance from convention center with parking place and very clean!! I am allergic to dust and I did not have any issue staying for five days there. There is everything you need, towels, soap, washing machine and dryer. Felt like home away from home :) The street is noisy at night but it did not bother me and earplugs are provided for the ones who need it :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews
Price from
US$288.55
1 night, 2 adults

Stay Classy

Downtown San Diego, San Diego

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

D
Denver
From
United Kingdom
Everything. Trust me if you’re unsure, book this place and save yourself a fortune.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,099 reviews
Price from
US$63.60
1 night, 2 adults

Gaslamp Hostel

Downtown San Diego, San Diego

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

L
Laura
From
France
The staff was absolutely lovely, they organized a small party for New Years Eve and made sure that everyone was enjoying it and was safe.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,501 reviews
Price from
US$132.74
1 night, 2 adults

HI San Diego Downtown Hostel

Downtown San Diego, San Diego

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.

C
Chukwudi
From
Nigeria
It was worth more than the money paid.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,634 reviews
Price from
US$99.90
1 night, 2 adults

Pleasant Inn

Hotel in San Diego

Pleasant Inn is located 12 km away from the University of San Diego (USD). The hotel features a gym. Free guest parking is available.

T
Tharindu
From
New Zealand
Bathroom facilities worked well.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,120 reviews
Price from
US$130
1 night, 2 adults

Best Western Yacht Harbor Hotel

Hotel in Point Loma, San Diego

Located only minutes from San Diego International Airport, world-class sailing and whale watching, this hotel offers comfort and modern amenities.

I
Isabela
From
Brazil
The breakfast was very good and the view of the port was the most beautiful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,434 reviews
Price from
US$131
1 night, 2 adults

Comfort Inn Sea World Area

Midway-Pacific Highway, San Diego

Situated in San Diego, 1.2 km from Old Town San Diego State Historic Park, Comfort Inn Sea World Area features accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking and a garden.

p
philipps
From
Philippines
I did not expect a nice room considering the hotel look old from the outside. There we're no traces of pet smells. The furnishings and the rooms were fairly new.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,600 reviews
Price from
US$101.15
1 night, 2 adults
All cheap hotels in San Diego

Top picks for San Diego hotels

Explore our most popular hotels in San Diego

Filter by:

Review score

Samesun Ocean Beach Hotel & Hostel

Ocean Beach, San Diego

Located in San Diego and with Ocean Beach reachable within 300 metres, Samesun Ocean Beach Hotel & Hostel provides a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

J
Joel
From
France
It is close to the ocean, in a fabulous street. Hostel was nice inside
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,769 reviews
Price from
US$65
1 night, 2 adults

ITH San Diego Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

Mission Beach, San Diego

Set in San Diego, within 200 metres of Mission Beach and 3.7 km of SeaWorld San Diego, ITH San Diego Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel provides accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi.

N
Niklas
From
Finland
The location, the room, the staff, the activities and the overall hospitality was beyond belief good. I loved it.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 396 reviews
Price from
US$96.36
1 night, 2 adults

Staypineapple, Hotel Z, Gaslamp San Diego

Hotel in Downtown San Diego, San Diego

Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Staypineapple, Hotel Z, Gaslamp San Diego offers pet-friendly accommodation in San Diego. San Diego International Airport is just 4 km from the property.

N
Natalie
From
Australia
Great amenities (welcome drink, coffee machine in the room, refillable water bottles, bikes), perfect location, very comfortable room. Able to check in early, much appreciated after a long flight.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 927 reviews
Price from
US$143.10
1 night, 2 adults

Greely Gaslamp - Loft w Parking & 3 Beds #402

Hotel in Downtown San Diego, San Diego

Ideally set in the centre of San Diego, Greely Gaslamp - Loft w Parking & 3 Beds #402 features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

J
Jennyfer
From
Israel
Good apartment, walking distance from convention center with parking place and very clean!! I am allergic to dust and I did not have any issue staying for five days there. There is everything you need, towels, soap, washing machine and dryer. Felt like home away from home :) The street is noisy at night but it did not bother me and earplugs are provided for the ones who need it :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews
Price from
US$288.55
1 night, 2 adults

Stay Classy

Downtown San Diego, San Diego

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

D
Denver
From
United Kingdom
Everything. Trust me if you’re unsure, book this place and save yourself a fortune.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,099 reviews
Price from
US$63.60
1 night, 2 adults

Gaslamp Hostel

Downtown San Diego, San Diego

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

L
Laura
From
France
The staff was absolutely lovely, they organized a small party for New Years Eve and made sure that everyone was enjoying it and was safe.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,501 reviews
Price from
US$132.74
1 night, 2 adults

HI San Diego Downtown Hostel

Downtown San Diego, San Diego

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.

C
Chukwudi
From
Nigeria
It was worth more than the money paid.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,634 reviews
Price from
US$99.90
1 night, 2 adults

Pleasant Inn

Hotel in San Diego

Pleasant Inn is located 12 km away from the University of San Diego (USD). The hotel features a gym. Free guest parking is available.

T
Tharindu
From
New Zealand
Bathroom facilities worked well.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,120 reviews
Price from
US$130
1 night, 2 adults

Best Western Yacht Harbor Hotel

Hotel in Point Loma, San Diego

Located only minutes from San Diego International Airport, world-class sailing and whale watching, this hotel offers comfort and modern amenities.

I
Isabela
From
Brazil
The breakfast was very good and the view of the port was the most beautiful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,434 reviews
Price from
US$131
1 night, 2 adults

Comfort Inn Sea World Area

Midway-Pacific Highway, San Diego

Situated in San Diego, 1.2 km from Old Town San Diego State Historic Park, Comfort Inn Sea World Area features accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking and a garden.

p
philipps
From
Philippines
I did not expect a nice room considering the hotel look old from the outside. There we're no traces of pet smells. The furnishings and the rooms were fairly new.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,600 reviews
Price from
US$101.15
1 night, 2 adults
All cheap hotels in San Diego

Looking for a cheap hotel?

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.

Most booked cheap hotels in San Diego and surroundings in the past month

See all

Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in San Diego

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 606 reviews

Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in San Diego

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,769 reviews

Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in San Diego

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,338 reviews

Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in San Diego

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,093 reviews

Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in San Diego

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 320 reviews

Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in San Diego

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 485 reviews

Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in San Diego

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,601 reviews

Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in San Diego

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,393 reviews

Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in San Diego

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 87 reviews

Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in San Diego

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,434 reviews

Stay connected in San Diego and nearby. Cheap hotels with free WiFi

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,501 reviews

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

From US$142.12 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 287 reviews

Ideally set in the Downtown San Diego district of San Diego, The 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...

From US$140.65 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,634 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 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Conveniently situated in the centre of San Diego, 2BdRm Gaslamp Conv Cntr - w Parking & 5 Beds #3 provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$403.26 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews

Well set in the centre of San Diego, 1BdRm Gaslamp Conv Cntr - w Parking & 3 Beds #5 provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$403.26 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Attractively located in the centre of San Diego, 2BdRm Gaslamp Conv Cntr - w Parking & 4 Beds #2 features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$403.26 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 53 reviews

Ideally located in the centre of San Diego, Greely Gaslamp - Loft w Parking & 4 Beds #401 offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$403.26 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews

Well located in the centre of San Diego, Gaslamp 2BdRm - w Parking & 4 Beds #404 provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$380.34 per night

Enjoy breakfast in San Diego and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 606 reviews

Set in San Diego, less than 1 km from San Diego - Santa Fe Depot Amtrak Station, Granger Hotel San Diego, a Member of Design Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy offers accommodation with a fitness centre,...

From US$253.93 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 87 reviews

Moments from San Diego's most popular attractions as well as the international airport, this hotel provides comfortable guestrooms and many modern conveniences.

From US$211.03 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 633 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$109.20 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 576 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$196.90 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 707 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$234.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 421 reviews

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

From US$128.74 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 459 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$171.36 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,393 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$175.41 per night

Great access to the city centre. Check these cheap hotels in San Diego and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 29 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 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 30 reviews

Ideally situated in the centre of San Diego, Greely Gaslamp - Loft w Parking & 4 Beds #201 features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$380.34 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews

Situated conveniently in San Diego, Greely Gaslamp - Loft w Parking & 3 Beds #302 offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$380.34 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Ideally set in the centre of San Diego, Greely Gaslamp - Loft w Parking & 3 Beds #202 offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$403.26 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews

Ideally set in the centre of San Diego, Greely Gaslamp - Loft w Parking & 3 Beds #402 features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$403.26 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews

Well situated in the centre of San Diego, Gaslamp 2BdRm1BA - w Parking & 4 Beds #304 offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$403.26 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 990 reviews

Boasting a bar, Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter is set in the centre of San Diego, 1.2 km from San Diego - Santa Fe Depot Amtrak Station.

From US$149.58 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,708 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$242.34 per night

FAQ about cheap hotels in San Diego

Cheap hotels that guests love in San Diego

See all
Avg. price/night: US$101.37
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 990 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
Avg. price/night: US$96.86
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 396 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
Avg. price/night: US$115.29
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,601 reviews
Cheap, affordable and good breakfast.
Guest review by
Henrik Kirkeluten
Group
Avg. price/night: US$96.40
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,634 reviews
Highly recommend. Friendly staff, great location, very clean. Lovely breakfast. Really well organised.
Guest review by
Marie
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$142.12
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,501 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
Avg. price/night: US$72.35
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,099 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