Is parking available at the property?

Free self-parking is available on-site, but parking is limited.

Does the hotel allow pets?

Pets are allowed, and guests should contact the property directly to arrange for bringing pets. Service animals are exempt from any pet fees.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 1:00 AM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.

What accessibility features does the hotel offer?

The property has limited wheelchair accessibility, including designated areas. Step-free entrances are available.

What is the hotel’s location in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is located in Downtown San Diego, within a 5-minute drive of the Port of San Diego and Balboa Park. It is 0.3 miles from Waterfront Park and 1.5 miles from the USS Midway Museum.

Does the hotel have a swimming pool?

Yes, there is an outdoor swimming pool available for guests.

What are the hotel's policies for guests staying with children?

Up to 3 children aged 17 years old and younger can stay for free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

Motel 6 San Diego Airport Harbor

Average nightly price at Motel 6 San Diego, CA Airport Harbor by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$87
February	$91
March	$104
April	$109
May	$104
June	$146
July	$193
August	$135
September	$111
October	$108
November	$103
December	$101

What guests think

At Motel 6 San Diego, CA Airport Harbor, travellers consistently praise the convenient location near the airport, cruise terminal, and Little Italy, but many warn that constant aircraft noise and thin walls make the property loud, especially from early morning.

Staff interactions are frequently described as friendly and check-in straightforward, though there are reports of slow or unhelpful service. Cleanliness is inconsistent, with recurring complaints about cockroaches, dirty floors, odors, and maintenance issues, while some guests receive recently updated rooms and comfortable beds. Rooms are basic with limited amenities—no microwaves are common—and parking is available but can be tight. Expect a budget, no-frills stay best suited to quick airport access.

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Facilities

Facilities are basic; multiple guests note there are no microwaves on the property. On-site parking is available but the lot is small or tight.

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Barbara

Feb 15, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

My stay was good for the short time i was there. I was surprised however there was no microwave thats an inconvenience when you want to warm something up.

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Michael S

Jul 20, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Room was perfect for what we needed. parking in the tiny lot was a challenge.

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Raul

Apr 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Free parking, good tv options

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Javier

Apr 7, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The motel had a worker using loud tools at midnight. We could not sleep and after getting in after an all days drive we had to go to front desk to let them know. They acted like they didn’t know they had someone still working in a room knowing all their tools were outside and it was a downstairs room. The room smelled like fabuloso (cleaning stuff) when we got in it. There is no microwave and no hair dryer in the room. We didn’t get offered room service and there was not a do not disturb tag to place on the door. If you don’t mind staying on the 2nd floor and having the airplanes flying right above you, then it’s for you. The area doesn’t feel so safe as it’s in a noisy area and not very clean. Lots of traffic area.

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Christine

Nov 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

They did not have a microwave anywhere. I didn't see the lack of it in reviewing the room, and not even 1 in a common area. You couldn't make even a cup of tea. For what did i pay? It was beyond basic, with the towels stacked on top of the toilet, yet the bathroom had space to put a towel rack. I couldn't use those on my body. The room had water on the floor like they just sprayed it down before i had access. I saw a roach in the early morning befoe daybreak. They have a sign saying to tip the cleaning staff. For what? What did they do? I had not ssen a cleaning staff even once in 2 days. The man who check me in was very pleasant and welcoming. That is the best i can say about that place. I will sleep in the rented car somewhere before i ever use that place ever again. Single handedly the worst place i have ever been.

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Mark

Sep 7, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

With its proximity to the airport & rail line it is very difficult to get a good nights sleep at this location. There were also a few sketchy characters around. The car park though is very well lit & there are swathe of security cameras

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Danielle

Jun 23, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The hotel stay wasn’t bad at all. It was pretty cheap money wise. I like the fact that they didn’t have carpet. The location was close to everything. The only couple downsides are there’s no microwaves in this building, the planes fly by all day and night. If you’re there for more than a day or two that kind of becomes annoying. The staff are great and attentive. If you ask for stuff they will make sure you have it.

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Alejandro

Jan 22, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very basic in every respect. Close to the Cruise Terminal. With rolling luggage we walked to the terminal. At this price good for what we needed.

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Silvia

Jun 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Tenants slamming doors , and making too much noise. Coffee cups in the rooms but no coffee in the room and no microwave, people knocking on your door at 3 in the morning.

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John

Aug 12, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

For a Motel 6 near a major airport, it wasn't bad. The hotel is old and a run down. But the room was clean and comfortable, could have used a microwave in the room. The staff were great, very friendly and helpful.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is inconsistent, with many reports of cockroaches, dirty or sticky floors, lingering odors, and mold. A smaller number of guests found rooms clean or recently refreshed.

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Gabriel

Sep 19, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It was dirty and had roaches.

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Zach

Aug 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This was the worst hotel I have ever been in. We arrived at midnight due to flight delays and had it been any earlier we would not have stayed even one night. The entire room had sticky dirty floors and surfaces. It smelled so bad of pee. I wouldn't allow my son to use the bathroom because it was so dirty. The beds had stains on them. None of the outlets worked. I put all of out clothes and shoes in a trash bag because I was very very afraid of bed beds based on the condition of the room. DO NOT STAY HERE.

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Christian De Alba

Apr 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed only one night and 3 cockroaches came out.

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Nicole

Oct 21, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The floor in our room was absolutely filthy. I took my shoes off by the bathroom and walked to the bed - my feet were BLACK just from walking 10 feet. There was visible dirt on the bathroom floor.

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Mason

Mar 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Stains on the bed Mold in the room Cockroaches in the room So bad that we did not even stay the night in the room

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Ricardo Sanchez

Mar 26, 2024

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An extremely terrifying experience, I couldn't sleep because of so many cockroaches that were on the floor and on the walls, the cockroaches almost got into my bed, a totally unhealthy place. =(

2

Angelina

May 28, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The first thing that hit us when we opened the door was the musty smell of the room. Even after having left the window open for like 5 hours, the smell could not be mitigated. The room itself was not spectacular. There were hairs on the towels, water spilled on the floor, the AC unit looks like it was installed in the 80s and never updated or serviced, and the paint looked old and dirty. The TV worked but didn't change channels. Oh, and who could forget the constant plane and train noise at all hours of the day. You're better off sleeping at the airport, at least they have better sound proofing. After this stay I'm never setting foot again on a Motel 6.

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Sean

Sep 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

ROACHES. Thankfully staff was very polite, apologetic and helpful but our room had roaches.

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ANGELICA

Aug 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room smelled really bad

2

Jose Carlos

Sep 26, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room had cockroaches, it smelled really bad.

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Rooms

Rooms are simple and dated in places, with frequent noise from aircraft and thin walls; some units are updated and beds vary in comfort. Recurring maintenance issues include nonworking TVs, loud A/C, and problematic shower doors or fixtures.

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Anh

Oct 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Comfortable beds, clean and affordable for the area. Only issue may be planes are flying directly above you come 7am until midnight

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Bernard

Mar 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Provides the basic necessities, it's a little dated, on par with the budget price. One huge bonus is for airplane spotters, the motel is across the street from the San Diego airport runway and you can spot planes landing almost directly over the motel. Try to get a room with a balcony to watch them. Noise was not an issue getting to sleep.

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Piotr

Jul 28, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I considered finding another place as the walls were paper thin, the overhead planes would rumble the building and the room was clean but the vibe felt dirty if that makes sense. It was too busy to find anywhere else. My last evening at my room I went out for dinner and when I returned I found my door open! After informing the staff they looked over their security cams and assured no one had opened or entered- stating that “the doors just need to be closed properly”. Never experienced that before at any motel/hotel. Staff was good but it’s certainly not a place to relax if that’s your intention.

4

Saytuvin

Sep 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A/C Heater is so loud

8

Alejandro

Sep 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Overall bed was very comfortable, room was clean, but the TV didn’t work, and there was no shampoo in the shower.

8

Adam

Jul 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The walls are thin

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MELVIN

Mar 6, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This property would get a lot better rating if one could actually sleep in it. The walls and floors and ceilings are paper thin so you can hear the other guests all night. Except when the jets come by every couple minutes. There is absolutely no noise mitigation in this hotel. It was a nightmare

8

Roy

Feb 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

My stay was one night and it was good. I was prepared for the overflights from the airport nearby so it wasn’t a problem for me. In my room, the lights next to the bed didn’t work. The lamp on the desk had no bulb so I was dependent on the main overhead lights. There was water under the floor tile in the bathroom so when you step there the water came up and wet your feet. These things were inconvenient but didn’t affect my stay much.

4

Josie

Sep 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

While the price point reflects a budget-friendly option, my experience did not meet even basic expectations. The photos on the website are misleading and do not accurately represent the condition of the room. Upon arrival, the room was noticeably unclean, with visible mold in the shower—an immediate concern for hygiene and safety. Additionally, the television was non-functional, displaying only a single infomercial channel in Spanish, and could not be changed. The air conditioning was also inadequate; although the unit indicated it could go as low as 60°F, the room never cooled below 75°F, making for an uncomfortable stay. Overall, while I did not expect luxury accommodations, a minimum standard of cleanliness and basic amenities functioning as advertised would have made a significant difference.

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Cristina

Sep 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We got to the hotel at 2:30 hoping to snag a room early. Luckily the very nice lady at the desk said ours wasnt, but she did have one we could take. Great!! Check in was smooth, no issues. Got to the room and it wreaked horribly bad of whatever cleaner had been used. As if i had been dumped on every surface. Room was clean, beds made. None of the plugs in the bathroom worked. No clue where the tv remote was. Very noisy location, upstairs guest ran laps all night and early am there was a ton of people outside of the room talking very loudly.

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Service

Service feedback is mixed: many highlight friendly, helpful staff and quick check-in, but others cite rudeness, slow responses, or rooms not ready.

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April

Dec 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I have enjoyed staying here for many years, and am pleased to see the cleanliness and hospitality hasn't changed.

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Ismael

Aug 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Many thanks to the staff, we left behind some items and they called us and left a message. Lucky we were still nearby. Thank You!!!

8

Dorthe B.

Oct 24, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We got the best service from Kevin. So nice and helpful.

8

Maribel

Dec 31, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean, Quick and easy check in. Friendly staff. Thank you.

10

Edgardo

Aug 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Check in / out was fast.

10

Richard William

Aug 31, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was great April was great

10

Maria

Dec 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The nice people

10

Arthur

Oct 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Front office staff Kevin was very helpful and informative and pleasant.

10

Debra

Nov 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent staff

10

Mike

Oct 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Easy check- in. Friendly and fast.

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Location

Very convenient for the airport, cruise terminal, MCRD, and Little Italy, with some areas walkable. However, being directly under the flight path makes the area and hotel very noisy.

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Javier

Aug 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Location!!

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Angela

Feb 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great convenient location. Perfect for our last night before our flight.

8

Bernard

Mar 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Provides the basic necessities, it's a little dated, on par with the budget price. One huge bonus is for airplane spotters, the motel is across the street from the San Diego airport runway and you can spot planes landing almost directly over the motel. Try to get a room with a balcony to watch them. Noise was not an issue getting to sleep.

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Jill

Dec 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was adequate and clean. Great for getting to the airport. Cons: I requested a downstairs room and they did not hold one for me; they panes practically skimmed the rooftop, very close and noisy

8

Tutabelle

Dec 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Really appreciate the location from the airport! I like to sleep in as long as I can before heading to the airport and this Motel makes that possible. After all my traveling before heading home, the extra rest is a huge welcome!

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TasteLike

Apr 8, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I really liked it there. The biggest convenience about is its close the airport. The room i stayed was totally remodeled. So the picture is what you got, its nice when things are updated. This was my first time in san diego or california. I need to come back it was nice there. Easy acess to the little tours on boat, and midway was close by. The one thing i disliked was the music playing outside, and it might not have been bad but the bass was up. All i can say is turn that crap off no one wants to hear that on vacation wear earbuds if you need music and work, besides that ill probably be back in the future.

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Chunghang

Sep 3, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Economical, with basic but adequate facilities. Generally clean but definitely a no-frills selection. Hotel is directly under the flight path of the neighboring airport. The rooms sound-proof to a reasonable extend although you can still hear the sounds of a passing plane. It is very walkable to the nearby Little Italy district that offer plentiful dinning choices, and also walkable distance to the Waterfront area that is rich with tourist attractions.

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Karl

Dec 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location walk to cruise terminal.Front staff so nice .kj

8

Tutabelle

Apr 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I appreciate the distance from Motel 6 to the airport. It's close, fast and convenient.

8

Francisco

Jun 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great option for overnight stay if flying out of SAN. A bit loud whilst there were still airport operations.

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Dining

No breakfast or on-site dining is noted; several guests mention lobby coffee being unavailable or limited. Many relied on nearby dining in Little Italy or other walkable options.

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Benjamin

Sep 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

All the vending machines were out of order.

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Michael

Jul 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff we met were bored and not overly helpful or friendly. There was no coffee in the morning, just messy remains. Nothing in the room to make tea or coffee. The whole experience was a sad Spartan affair. It's a shame because it's a fantastic site, USS Midway, Little Italy, airport and interstate all nearby. All it needs to make it a great place is a few pictures in the rooms, a few more plants and some enthusiasm.

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Paul

Dec 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Not too bad for a Motel 6 Close to airport and cruise terminal Planes fly low overhead accounts for noise Very tidy Dining choices about four blocks walk Strayed one night no issues Has fridge good cable tv and heat Good overall budget stay

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Pedro

Apr 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was a great experience because there are many options nearby, it is above all quiet and comfortable.

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Diana

Nov 12, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was very efficient and friendly. Room was pretty clean with the exception of the bed spread and the bathroom outlet not working. The room was also updated as well. The surrounding area was fine during the day to walk down to the boats or Little Italy. During the night it didn’t feel as safe. Used a ride share to get into Little Italy for dinner etc.

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Sibel

Aug 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room and bed smelled bad, stains on bed spread, very noisy with trains and planes- hotel directly in flight path. Only vending machines for food and drink.

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Chunghang

Sep 3, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Economical, with basic but adequate facilities. Generally clean but definitely a no-frills selection. Hotel is directly under the flight path of the neighboring airport. The rooms sound-proof to a reasonable extend although you can still hear the sounds of a passing plane. It is very walkable to the nearby Little Italy district that offer plentiful dinning choices, and also walkable distance to the Waterfront area that is rich with tourist attractions.

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Whitney

Mar 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Front desk staff the man was great and friendly. Our blankets had cigarettes burn holes in them straight from housekeeping, we asked for extra bc the room was cold. Neighbors next door were noisy and smoking cigarettes right outside our door. Biggest frustration not having continental breakfast because the nearest thing to get to eat was half a mile away Jack-in-the-Box walking by foot, but closed early in the morning because of the homeless people in the area. It was all locked up.

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Silvia

Jun 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Tenants slamming doors , and making too much noise. Coffee cups in the rooms but no coffee in the room and no microwave, people knocking on your door at 3 in the morning.

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1 $93	2 $93	3 $91	4 $94	5 $95	6 $156	7 $167
8 $89	9 $83	10 $84	11 $91	12 $88	13 $201	14 $201
15 $202	16 $103	17 $104	18 $105	19 $105	20 $154	21 $154
22 $104	23 $103	24 $103	25 $106	26 $204	27 $205	28 $206
29 $107	30 $107

Motel 6 San Diego, CA Airport Harbor

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