The Best Cheap Hotels in Central San Diego, CA from AED 373 in 2026 | Expedia

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15 Oct - 16 Oct

Tomorrow

16 Oct - 17 Oct

This weekend

16 Oct - 18 Oct

Next weekend

23 Oct - 25 Oct

Our top choices for Central San Diego cheap hotels

A hotel lobby with a 'Lobby' sign, palm trees, and a sunset sky.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with chairs and a sofa, a ceiling fan, and a large window with curtains.

A restaurant with a bar area, booths, and a view of the sunset through large windows.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a stationary bike.

1. Best Western Seven Seas

Mission Valley

United States

Mari

AED 344

AED 395 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, framed pictures on the wall, a clock, and a seating area with a table and chairs.

A multi-story hotel with a central courtyard, featuring a red-tiled roof and a mix of balconies and windows.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

A hotel bathroom with a shower, a sink, a mirror, and a towel rack.

2. Pleasant Inn

Clairemont

United States

Daniel

AED 275

AED 316 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A hotel breakfast area with a long counter displaying various food items, including fruits, pastries, and a coffee station.

A snack and beverage display area with various snacks, drinks, and packaged goods.

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a check-in counter, and a wall-mounted sign indicating check-in and check-out times.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk with a lamp, and a bookshelf.

3. Best Western Inn & Suites San Diego – Zoo/SeaWorld Area

Mission Valley

United States

Antonia

AED 470

AED 540 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A spacious living area with a fireplace, seating, and a large red accent wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a wardrobe, a fireplace, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV on a wooden cabinet, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and vending machines.

4. Ramada Suites by Wyndham San Diego/Hotel Circle Area

Mission Valley

United States

Faisa

AED 294

AED 337 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A resort with a large swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.

A bar area with wooden chairs and tables, a bar counter with various bottles, and a sign reading "BEACH BUMS CATER HERE".

A lobby with seating areas, a piano, and a reception desk.

A hotel with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a parking lot.

5. Handlery Hotel

Mission Valley

United States

Shane Allen

AED 340

AED 391 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A pathway flanked by neatly trimmed hedges and a building with a balcony.

A courtyard with a small pond, palm trees, and a building with balconies.

A courtyard with a small pond, trees, and a fountain.

A lobby with a mosaic fountain, seating area, and a book display.

6. California Suites Hotel

Clairemont

United States

Leo

AED 278

AED 319 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and artwork on the walls.

A multi-story hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and balconies.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a round coffee table, a yellow armchair, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

A Comfort Inn hotel entrance with a covered patio, outdoor seating, and a well-lit facade.

7. Comfort Inn San Diego Old Town

Old Town San Diego

United States

Paula

AED 404

AED 464 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern lobby with a stone wall, blue sofas, a reception desk, and a staircase.

A hotel pool area with a circular pool, lounge chairs, umbrellas, and palm trees.

A lobby with a stone wall, blue sofa, purple chairs, and a patterned rug.

A restaurant with booths and tables, a counter, and a mural on the wall.

8. Kings Inn San Diego

Mission Valley

United States

JOSE LUIS

AED 351

AED 403 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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Top Central San Diego Hotel Reviews

Ramada Suites by Wyndham San Diego/Hotel Circle Area

Ramada Suites by Wyndham San Diego/Hotel Circle Area

8/10 Good

"The room was clean and the front desk staff very friendly, and we registered quickly. The manager Lucia was very helpful when I phoned a few days before checking on my reservation. Overall we were satisfied with our stay. Would definitely go back again."

Hilton San Diego Mission Valley

Hilton San Diego Mission Valley

10/10 Excellent

"Super friendly staff and clean"

Kings Inn San Diego

Kings Inn San Diego

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room would stay again"

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"the place has friendly staff"

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

8/10 Good

"ol"

Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The pool is great! A good family spot."

Town and Country San Diego

Town and Country San Diego

10/10 Excellent

"I appreciate the kind staff, the cleanliness of the room, hardwood floors (can't say enough) and the large patios. The food at the Mrkt hit the spot and the atmosphere was upbeat but not overbearing. I also enjoyed my pool view and 80s music backdrop."

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

10/10 Excellent

"Had a wonderful stay at the Atwood loved the location and the hotel was clean."

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

10/10 Excellent

"Staff very helpful and friendly"

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