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Popular Budget hotels in San Diego

Discover well-known properties in San Diego that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 434 hotels in San Diego and price data was last updated on 25 April 2025. The average price for a hotel in San Diego is £153/night.
These hotels are among the most popular properties in the San Diego area. Users seeking more options can adjust the settings in the search form at the top of the page.
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2151 Hotel Circle South, San Diego, CA, United States
Situated in San Diego, the hotel is an easy drive from Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala and La Jolla Playhouse. It also provides an outdoor pool and free Wi-Fi.
Free Wi-Fi
8.3
Excellent
1866 reviews
Location
3.3 mi from city centre
4444 Pacific Highway, San Diego, CA, United States
Conveniently located with direct access to San Diego, Old Town Inn offers 2-star accommodation as well as free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Just 10 minutes' walk from Old Town, the hotel provides guests with a convenient base when in San Diego.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.5
Excellent
3662 reviews
Location
3.5 mi from city centre
2502 EL Cajon Boulevard, San Diego, CA, United States
Berkshire Motor Hotel provides a comfortable setting when visiting San Diego and is close to everything the area has to offer. It is a short drive from Seaport Village and offers private parking on site.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.0
Excellent
1571 reviews
Location
3.0 mi from city centre
8110 Aero Drive, San Diego, CA, United States
Featuring an outdoor pool and free Wi-Fi, this San Diego hotel is conveniently located within Montgomery Field. It also provides an express check-in and check-out feature, a coffee bar and a BBQ/picnic area.
Free Wi-Fi
7.4
Good
489 reviews
Location
6.5 mi from city centre
1433 Camino Del Rio South, San Diego, CA, United States
Boasting an outdoor pool and free Wi-Fi, Sheraton Mission Valley San Diego Hotel is situated in San Diego and provides luxury accommodation. It also offers private parking on site and is a 10-minute drive from San Diego Model Railroad Museum.
Free Wi-Fi
7.5
Good
1099 reviews
Location
3.5 mi from city centre
3950 Jupiter Street, San Diego, CA, United States
Situated in San Diego, Holiday Inn Express San Diego-Sea World Area is an easy drive from La Jolla Shores and offers private parking on site. Just minutes from San Diego, it offers guests comfortable overnight stay in a convenient location.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.6
Excellent
1449 reviews
Location
4.6 mi from city centre
432 F Street, San Diego, CA, United States
Located in San Diego, The Keating Hotel is an easy drive from Marine Corps Recruit Depot and San Diego State University. It is set amongst a variety of well-known shops and is minutes on foot from Convention Center San Diego Trolley Station.
Free Wi-Fi
7.6
Good
372 reviews
Location
0.2 mi from city centre
1335 Hotel Circle South, San Diego, CA, United States
Situated in San Diego, the hotel is within easy reach of Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala and La Jolla Playhouse. It also provides free Wi-Fi to all guests during their stay.
Free Wi-Fi
8.4
Excellent
208 reviews
Location
3.2 mi from city centre
5925 Lusk Boulevard, San Diego, CA, United States
Boasting an outdoor pool and free Wi-Fi, Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Diego-Sorrento Valley is situated in San Diego and provides comfortable accommodation. It has a gym, as well as laundry facilities, a concierge and meeting rooms.
Free Wi-Fi
8.6
Excellent
385 reviews
Location
12.7 mi from city centre
12032 Scripps Highland Dr, San Diego, CA, United States
Situated amongst a variety of well-known attractions, shops and dining options, Springhill Suites San Diego Rancho Bernardo/Scripps Poway is ideal for those wanting to explore San Diego and its surroundings. It also provides an outdoor pool, free Wi-Fi and an express check-in and check-out feature.
Free Wi-Fi
8.5
Excellent
470 reviews
Location
15.6 mi from city centre

Travel insights for budget hotels in San Diego

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

What is the cheapest month to book budget hotels in San Diego?

The cheapest month to book budget hotels in San Diego is November (£53). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in San Diego is December (£298).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a budget hotel in San Diego?

The cheapest day to stay in San Diego is Monday (£59). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Friday, when the average nightly price is £109.

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 £47, rising to an average cost of £219, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from £100 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 £35/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as £35/night. For a 4-star budget hotel in San Diego, the cheapest rate recently found was £176/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hotel in San Diego?

Save money by booking a hotel at least 80 days before your trip to San Diego. The lowest price found when booking 80 days ahead was £89 per night.

Top-rated Budget hotels in San Diego

Browse through properties in San Diego that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 434 properties in San Diego and data was last updated on 25 April 2025.
Our users rated these hotels as some of the best places to stay in San Diego. Narrow down your search by reading user reviews, hotel descriptions, and amenities.
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831 6th Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
0.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£113
Avg. per night
370 Orange Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
1.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£117
Avg. per night
9888 Mira Mesa Boulevard, San Diego, CA, United States
14.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£115
Avg. per night
5434 Kearny Mesa Road, San Diego, CA, United States
8.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£118
Avg. per night
4802 Mission Boulevard, San Diego, CA, United States
8.3 mi from city centre
Parking
£94
Avg. per night
9650 Scranton Road, San Diego, CA, United States
12.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£122
Avg. per night
3939 Ocean Bluff Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
14.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£108
Avg. per night
8651 Spectrum Center Boulevard, San Diego, CA, United States
7.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£121
Avg. per night
5417 La Jolla Boulevard, San Diego, CA, United States
9.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£116
Avg. per night
5005 North Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA, United States
4.0 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£118
Avg. per night
815 W San Ysidro Boulevard, San Diego, CA, United States
12.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£96
Avg. per night

Cheapest Budget hotels in San Diego

Discover affordable stays in San Diego that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in San Diego can be found for as low as £29 per night. There is currently one property in San Diego that can be booked for this price. Samesun Ocean Beach is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in San Diego. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2025
Out of the hotels in San Diego we've come across, these properties are priced the lowest. Prices will typically fluctuate depending on the dates selected, star rating of hotel, and hotel location.
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4961 Newport Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
5.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£29
Avg. per night
3790 Udall Street, San Diego, CA, United States
4.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£32
Avg. per night
707 Reed Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
7.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£33
Avg. per night
1658 Front Street, San Diego, CA, United States
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
£35
Avg. per night
521 Market Street, San Diego, CA, United States
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£38
Avg. per night
1333 Hotel Circle South, San Diego, CA, United States
3.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£79
Avg. per night
3889 Arista Street, San Diego, CA, United States
3.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£82
Avg. per night
4540 Mission Bay Drive, San Diego, CA, United States
7.0 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£83
Avg. per night

Other accommodations in San Diego

Discover the ideal theme hotel, holiday rental or hostel for your stay in San Diego. There are 7,362 properties in San Diego and price data was last updated on 25 April 2025.
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1546 2nd Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
0.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£75
Avg. per night
707 Reed Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
7.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£33
Avg. per night
4961 Newport Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
5.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£29
Avg. per night
1658 Front Street, San Diego, CA, United States
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
£35
Avg. per night
520 East Street, San Diego, CA, United States
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£96
Avg. per night
432 F Street, San Diego, CA, United States
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£103
Avg. per night
660 K Street, San Diego, CA, United States
0.5 mi from city centre
£134
Avg. per night
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
2.7 mi from city centre
Air conditioning
£53
Avg. per night

Explore San Diego

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within San Diego to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 25 April 2025.
Scroll through the map to find hotels close to the San Diego neighbourhood(s) you plan on visiting. As an added benefit, users can click a hotel they're interesting in to find helpful information and deals for that hotel.

Budget hotels FAQs

Find useful tips and insights about staying in San Diego to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 25 April 2025.
  • What is the typical nightly rate for a Budget hotels in San Diego?

    A good per night rate for a Budget hotels in San Diego is £101, which is average for the city. If you’re looking for this accommodation in San Diego, you may be pleased to know that our users have recently found deals as low as £29 per night. Our users visiting San Diego have found that Samesun Ocean Beach is usually the cheapest Budget hotels.

  • Are Budget hotels more or less expensive than other San Diego hotels?

    As far as Budget hotels are concerned, the price for this accommodation is actually less than the average nightly rate in San Diego. Rates in San Diego for a Budget hotels are, on average, £101 per night. Typically, a San Diego hotel will go for £144/night.

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