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The Rambler Hotel

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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.

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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  • 23 sq m
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  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

  • A marina with numerous boats, a city skyline with tall buildings, and mountains in the background.
    San Diego Bay
    3 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • A sandy beach with large rocks in the foreground and a sailboat on the water.
    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
  • Tacos El Gordo
    2 min drive
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill
    2 min drive
  • Rubio's Coastal Grill
    3 min drive
  • Trēō Kitchen + Bar
    18 min walk

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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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Null
  • 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

  • Bed sheets 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

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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. 1497 out of 2215 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 443 out of 2215 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 164 out of 2215 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 2215 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 54 out of 2215 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It had a funky cool vibe was a good location to get around right off of interstate five
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Friendly staff, awesome comfortable rooms,sweet shower,& delicious latte @ the fun café. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice property clean and easy
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Close to pretty much everything in sandiego. Clean w/ a friendly staff. Super comfortable beds. Overall good place to stay. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with nice amenities and a good location for the price that it was offered.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean, comfortable and quiet. Hotel was a quick drive to balboa park area
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, the bed was comfy and well maintained for a motel. The front desk cafe area was narrow but cute decor styling. Wouldn’t recommend the breakfast situation if you’re looking for variety. Better suited for adults or people
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and sleep was quiet. Breakfast can use some help. Limited side counter with not much choice. Great place for the money!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Staff was great, very helpful the cafe was nice easy to get breakfast before starting your day. Pool and firepit area were cool kids enjoyed making s'mores. Rooms are basic but exactly what we needed a comfy bed after a long day at amusement parks. The train that seemed to come by every night at 1 am was loud but nothing the hotel can do about that.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This place was so cool! Can’t wait for our next vacation because we will be staying here again. Especially the complementary bike rides, love that!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms clean and staff pleasant
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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My five-day stay was fantastic. The only issue I faced was my key card getting deactivated repeatedly. Occasionally, my room would get a random sewer smell, but other than that, everything was perfect. The location is convenient, and I’ll definitely be back, not too far from anything.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property and in a great location when visiting family. Rooms are clean and staff is friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed at The Rambler Hotel for a quick overnight trip and had a great experience. The hotel was easy to find, conveniently located right off the freeway, and offered hassle-free parking. Check-in was quick and seamless, and the staff were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and informative. The hotel itself has a charming, unique atmosphere that makes it memorable. The room had everything we needed for a comfortable stay, including a TV and complimentary shampoo, conditioner, and body wash. I especially appreciated the excellent shower water pressure! Overall, a wonderful experience for a short stay in San Diego. I would definitely consider staying here again whenever I’m in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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I stayed here for a work conference that was held at the Gaylor, this was very accessible and in a nice location. I really enjoyed the Rambler Cafe that is connected to the front desk. Great food and coffee drinks. The rooms are nicely decorated and everything felt and looked clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, cafeteria was on point, and pool area was fun 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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The hotel was nice and in a great location. I love the fact that they came in daily to clean room. I have no complaints.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the aesthetic of this place, very Instagram worthy. Our room was clean, and the staff was friendly. My little one enjoyed the pool and all the games. Things that could use improvement: lighting in the bathroom was really dim. There is no coffee maker or microwave in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really happy with my experience! Everything was easy, from checkin, helpful staff, and small touches like electronic checkout and text concierge. My room didn’t have a fridge, I guess you have to request one or book a room with one. Something to keep in mind. Comfy bed, great shower pressure, clean hardwood floors. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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The room was really clean, the staff was really friendly and helpful, and the atmosphere was great. Super cool that there's a little coffee shop with arcade games and pinball too. Only thing is there was no fridge in the room, but everything else was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Room was clean, and front desk staff was nice. The salted caramel late was delicious. Unfortunately we got to the free breakfast around 8am and it had been pretty picked through and decided to just order breakfast and my breakfast sandwich was cold and the avocado toast was underwhelming for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great, affordable option! We stayed with two small kids and they enjoyed the pool. The coffee shop has great iced coffee and friendly staff. Room was clean and the beds were incredibly comfortable! My husband and I both woke up and commented on how comfy they were. We’d stay here again! Only negative was that our keys kept not working and it took two trips down to the front desk until someone told us that holding them to your phone (which we were doing every time) deactivates the key. After that it was all good and overall a good, cute motel with friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had so much fun during our stay. Between the pinball machines, riding bikes along the bay, and watching a movie in the pool, we couldn’t have picked a better place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun, Clean & Great Value! My husband and I stayed at The Rambler during SDSU Parents Weekend and really enjoyed our stay! The hotel is clean, comfortable, and full of fun California-themed touches. Our room was spacious and spotless, and the staff were friendly and attentive. We loved the free parking, complimentary coffee and simple breakfast bar, and the pool looked great (although we didn't have time to use it!). There are also made-to-order food and specialty drinks available for purchase. Overall, The Rambler offers great value, a fun atmosphere, and everything you need for a comfortable stay. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026