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Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego

2.5 star property
Hotel in La Mesa with free breakfast and a fitness center

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Lobby
Meeting facility
Outdoor pool
Restaurant
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Located near San Diego State University, Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego offers a rejuvenating spa tub and outdoor pool for unwinding after a day of exploration. Guests enjoy a free full breakfast each morning, WiFi access in public areas, and convenient laundry facilities.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Tomorrow

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking (with Sofabed)

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking (with Sofabed)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Sofa bed - double
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Terrace/patio

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Sofa bed - double
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed)

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Sofa bed - double
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
9550 Murray Dr, La Mesa, CA, 91942

What's nearby

  • Mount Helix Park - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Grossmont College - 4 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • San Diego State University - 8 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Viejas Arena - 8 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • San Diego Zoo - 16 min drive - 14.2 miles

Getting around

  • Old Town Transit Center - 15 min drive
  • Amaya Trolley Station - 18 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Casa De Pico - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Narumi Sushi - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Submarina - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego

Hotel near San Diego State University
Free full breakfast, laundry facilities, and a gym are just a few of the amenities provided at Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to a business center, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices).
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • An electric car charging station, an elevator, and 1 meeting room
  • A TV in the lobby, a computer station, and a water dispenser
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 78 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks like desk chairs and WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Free infant beds and free extra beds
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free covered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Portable hoist available
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 0.00 per stay (rates may vary)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Diego-La
Holiday Inn Express Diego-La Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Diego-La Hotel Mesa San
Holiday Inn Express San Diego-La Mesa
Best Western Plus Mesa San Diego Hotel
Best Western Plus Mesa San Diego
Holiday Inn Express San Diego-La Mesa (Sdsu Area) Hotel La Mesa
Holiday Inn Express San Diego-La Mesa (Sdsu Area) Hotel La
Best Plus Mesa Diego Mesa
Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego Hotel
Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego La Mesa
Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego Hotel La Mesa

Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Sharp Grossmont Hospital and within 3 mi (5 km) of Mount Helix Park and Superior Court East County Division. The Magnolia and Parkway Plaza are also within 3 mi (5 km). Amaya Trolley Station is 18 minutes by foot.

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Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 462 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 270 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 149 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 66 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 55 out of 1002 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Muataz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent services, room was very clean, breakfast was good, parking was accessible however a little tight.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were so accommodating! Service quality was great!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly, hotel was clean and breakfast was great
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Yelitza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was a great value. Nice staff, free parking, breakfast included- a perfect for a quick stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Estir

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here while visiting friends, best in the area and very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

MarySue

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value. Location very accessible. Staff was attentive at check in and room cleaned daily. Will return again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice and polite Very helpful Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The people in the front are all very good
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay, the room was clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cuauhtemoc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and safe area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Fadi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would recomend this place over many others
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasantly surprised they had 2 Level 2 Tesla chargers on site. Was able to charge fully. The accommodations were great and the breakfast was a plus. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Vanessa

Liked: Staff & service
Room was next to freeway so it was a little noisy. All staff was very friendly, especially one of the ladies working in the cafeteria during breakfast hours.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborrah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay. Staff was very accommodating
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find, close to the highway. Nice breakfast options. Pool was perfect to cool off from a long day. Quick check in, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Winnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great and easy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice, clean and good breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stay was as expected.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff and good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pretty good value. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

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