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Motel 6 La Mesa, CA - San Diego

2.0 star property
A relaxed motel retreat near San Diego State University where travelers can unwind in comfortable rooms and enjoy convenient snacks from the on-site deli

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Motel 6 La Mesa, CA - San Diego provides a practical base for visitors to the university area. Guests can connect with WiFi in their rooms or satisfy hunger at the snack bar/deli. The attentive staff and vending machine help create a hassle-free experience throughout the stay.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

2 Queen Beds Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

2 Queen Beds | Mini Fridge

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in La Mesa, Motel 6 La Mesa, CA - San Diego is near a metro station. Port of San Diego and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Balboa Park and Old Town San Diego State Park. San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum are not to be missed. Visit our La Mesa travel guide
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7621 Alvarado Rd, La Mesa, CA, 91941

What's nearby

  • A white building with arched windows and a bell tower, surrounded by palm trees and a circular flower bed.
    San Diego State University
    5 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • A zoo entrance with a panda sculpture, ticket booth, and people.
    San Diego Zoo
    16 min drive - 11.8 miles
  • La Mesa Memorial Fine Arts Center
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Computer Museum of America
    2 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Mission Trails Regional Park Lake Murray
    2 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • 70th St. Trolley Station
    11 min walk
  • Old Town Transit Center
    19 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)
    29 min drive

Restaurants

  • Costco Food Court
    14 min walk
  • McDonald's
    12 min walk
  • Starbucks
    18 min walk
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill
    12 min walk
  • Sombrero Mexican Food
    3 min drive

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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 parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Assistive listening devices
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (32 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property allows guests 18 or over to check in with valid military ID.

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 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

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, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6)
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

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Motel 6 La Mesa, CA - San Diego pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Motel 6 La Mesa, CA - San Diego located?

Situated in La Mesa, this motel is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Sharp Grossmont Hospital and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from San Diego State University. Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater and Viejas Arena are also within 3 mi (5 km). 70th St. Trolley Station is 11 minutes by foot and La Mesa Boulevard Station is 24 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

Motel 6 La Mesa, CA - San Diego Reviews

7.6

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

6.4

Location

8.0

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 441 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 189 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 141 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 109 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 125 out of 1005 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, pet friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean rooms, helpful staff and easy check in and check out
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Elvia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was really clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Izaiah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best Motel 6 I’ve ever been too! Clean marbel showers and comfortable beds!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gustavo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was courteous friendly and very easy to deal with. My room was clean, very simple; i was impressed with the overall cleanliness of the room. Great job
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our room was clean and safe, and the staff Was very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Quick and easy check in.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Chandler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cleanest property we’ve ever placed our stays in.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Endrews

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly. For the price and location, it’s a good deal and the rooms are cleaner than most Vegas hotels that charge ridiculous prices
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Timeka

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was Good and enjoyed my stay and the location was close to lots of things.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

JOHAO

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was very clean and staff where amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and staff was very courteous.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location for our trip
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Liked its proximity to food, highway, events, etc..
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

ronneal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I stay here all the time its a very clean and good vibes hotel
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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8/10 Good

Cara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was great! Just a little noisy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good value for the price. The room was clean and the area was quiet at night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was nicely updated and clean. Check in/out was quick. We were also able to park right in front of our room. Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in after hours was easy and quick. Friendly staff and close to SDSU campus.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved my stay at motel 6, very peaceful quiet for me to get away for a night.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness
Front desk agent was very friendly and welcoming. Room was very clean. Being right off the freeway, I was not expecting much, I was pleasantly surprised.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Liliana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice and promptly with the check in and out
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the kindness of the maids and Nick and how clean it is in the rooms and I like that they have refrigerators and microwaves.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy check in and my room was extremely clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023