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Motel 6 La Mesa, CA

2.0 star property
Motel in La Mesa with free parking

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Motel 6 La Mesa, CA combines modern comfort with practical amenities just minutes from campus. Guests appreciate the in-room WiFi and attentive multilingual staff. The property features a handy snack bar/deli, vending machine, and free self parking for easy comings and goings.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
6952 University Ave, La Mesa, CA, 91941

What's nearby

  • The Salvation Army Kroc Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • San Diego State University - 6 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Viejas Arena - 6 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • San Diego Zoo - 14 min drive - 11.1 miles

Getting around

  • Lemon Grove Depot Station - 3 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 20 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Better Buzz Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Motel 6 La Mesa, CA

Motel near San Diego State University
Motel 6 La Mesa, CA provides a snack bar/deli and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Multilingual staff, a vending machine, and smoke-free premises
  • A 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Motel 6 La Mesa, CA boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

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
  • No elevator
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (33 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets

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
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:

  • Deposit: USD 60 per accommodation, 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, 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
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, debit cards, and cash
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6)

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Motel 6 La Mesa, CA pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Motel 6 La Mesa, CA?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Motel 6 La Mesa, CA?

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

What time is check-out at Motel 6 La Mesa, CA?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Motel 6 La Mesa, CA located?

Situated in La Mesa, this motel is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from San Diego State University. Viejas Arena is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) away.

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Motel 6 La Mesa, CA Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 309 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 303 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 179 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 102 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 114 out of 1007 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gerardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location clean and quiet.Good staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed sheets were pretty stained up and the tub didn’t drain properly, but staff were really nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property has noisy guests. Fights broke out during my visit by two guests in same room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

bobbie

I love staying at this location. It’s easy for me to get to the locations I have business at.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

A/C
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Airynee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable stay and all the employees were friendly and helpful at all times.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy check in, host was friendly, respectful and efficient. Room was very clean and orderly. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Shanisha

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Bathroom shower was very dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was in good condition and the people were nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable & quiet. Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

8/10 Good

Wanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, was allow early check in by one hour, small motel with very clean rooms/bedding if needed I would return again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Jessalynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, and quite. Price was reasonable and we would stay there again

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great service
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ishateaushanae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Flexible customer service

Customer service was excellent . Patient and compromising when needed
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was perfect for me. Clean nice rooms. Great price for what you get. I will definitely stay again.

10/10 Excellent

Florabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

clean and accommodating

very clean and manager very accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

sylvia

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really like the area this motel is in. Anything you need is within a short driving distance. Check in staff was very nice. The bed is comfortable, and the tv gets more than enough channels. I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

4/10 Poor

Jeremy

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking lot very limited. Ended up parking on a busy street. Still waiting for my “damage deposit” back
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Anahit

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The overall experience was not very good. The room was in a dirty condition, the floor was not clean and the bed sheets were not clean and had brown stains over it. Everything felt pretty bad.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Just really nice, thanks!

Really clean, feels safe, good parking, smiling & accomodating host, quiet, comfy & clean beds, clean towels, new-looking paint/design. And they left the light on for us! Extending our stay, because you just cant get anything else like this for the price around here.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nicely renovated clean place - good size tv - pet friendly but cages required but everything is newly upgraded - dogs need to stay in cages
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good room, good price.

Good room for the price with nice updates. Pet friendly for our small dog with area to walk the dog. Only issue was hairs on the towels and bedding that was not our own. Overall good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

ALINA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Better than expected. Really clean. Convenient. Great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raquel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were accommodating for us that had a handicap family member
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An average Motel 6. I've stayed at nicer ones and worse ones.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

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