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The Rambler Hotel

3.0 star property

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Located close to Coronado Municipal Beach and Chula Vista Municipal Golf Course - Mountain, The Rambler Hotel provides free to-go breakfast, a firepit, and a coffee shop/cafe. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Rambler Coffee, the on-site café. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with an arcade/game room and a bar.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Standard King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(39 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Queen/ Queen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(145 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Queen/ Queen Plus

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(107 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

King +

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(114 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

King ADA

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Bay View King Suite | Memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Bay View King Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Chula Vista, The Rambler Hotel is near the airport and near a metro station. Sesame Place San Diego is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Balboa Park and Coronado Municipal Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Petco Park or Snapdragon Stadium. Looking to get your feet wet? Water skiing, sailing and swimming adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Chula Vista travel guide
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225 Bay Blvd, Chula Vista, CA, 91910

What's nearby

  • Rear view of a ferry boat, San Diego Bay, San Diego, California, USA
    San Diego Bay
    3 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Chula Vista Bayside Park
    Chula Vista Bayside Park
    3 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Chula Vista Center
    2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Living Coast Discovery Center
    3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Safe Harbor Bayfront Marina
    4 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Bayfront - E St. Trolley Station
    6 min walk
  • Old Town Transit Center
    17 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)
    21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Growlers Sports Bar & Taproom
    17 min walk
  • Trēō Kitchen + Bar
    18 min walk
  • Circle K
    19 min walk
  • PCH Café & Market
    2 min drive
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill
    2 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Rambler Coffee

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • 24-hour business center

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Late-night room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 100 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Prepaid credit cards are not accepted for any bookings
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Please note: Guests under 18 cannot check-in without authorization or supervision of an adult.
This hotel will place a credit card authorization equal to the first night of stay for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Frequently asked questions

Does The Rambler Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–9:00 PM.

Is The Rambler Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Rambler Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Rambler Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Rambler Hotel located?

Situated near the airport, this motel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Chula Vista Municipal Golf Course - Mountain, Petco Park, and San Diego Convention Center. Balboa Park and Sesame Place San Diego are also within 9 mi (15 km). Bayfront - E St. Trolley Station is 6 minutes by foot and H St Trolley Station is 20 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Rambler Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1462 out of 2167 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 445 out of 2167 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 157 out of 2167 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 2167 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 2167 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean, friendly staff, good coffee, and awesome vibe!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love what they did with this place - it's like a boutique motel. A lot of nice touches
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such an adorable property in a great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Celicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really liked the vibes here. The decor, the arcade and staff were great. Our room was very clean and comfy. Everything looked updated. I liked the little continental breakfast. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for a week, it was the perfect location! We felt safe walking to the trolley, which we used often. The staff here were amazing! Rooms were clean and bed was comfy. I was a bit disappointed in the grab and go breakfast and not having a coffee maker in the room, but other than that this is a fantastic hotel!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Stancey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the cutest road side revamped motel! They had such a cute little theme going on. Everything was clean, well maintained, and super cute.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff. Super clean room comfy sheets
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our 2 day saty at the Rambler Hotel. The room was large and clean with great design. The arcade and pool were enjoyed by my son and mom too. I will definitely be back again when traveling in La Chula.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James R

Rooms were clean, the beds are very comfortable and the water pressure was awesome
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, Comfortable bed, and Excellent staff. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Norma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room 👍
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel great staff great location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grandville Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the color schemes the rooms were painted. The location was beautiful. The pool was clean the staff was helpful. It was quiet, peaceful, I would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredibly cute and comfortable motel! The on-site coffee shop was excellent and the park across the street was so fun to walk/hike! Will definitely be coming back for another stay-cation!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Hong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place did not really feel like a hotel and was more like a motel. If I had known that beforehand, I probably would not have booked it. Other than that, my stay was okay. The front desk staff was friendly and treated me well.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Noel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfortable bed, convenient grab and go breakfast, delicious coffee, fun decorations and atmosphere. Great time!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Motel was clean and staff were friendly. Would definitely stay again if in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zhiyuan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was pretty modest and standard. Room was clean and air conditioned, it seems to be renovated from an old motel, but great touches all around with board games you can borrow from the front desk
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Room was clean, staff friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything exceeded my expectations. Really comfy beds. Would def stay here again if I’m in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Any time I visit San Diego this is my stay location. I really like the cool summer vibe of the building and the rooms. The staff as always are very friendly and welcoming. Love this place. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and in great moods, I had dinner at Sammies next door it was very convenient, the water pressure was AMAZING in the shower. The property is a very "walk back into a clean late 60/70s vibe" parking was easy, the air conditioning was crisp.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Monserratt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and staff was nice
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026