Mission View Inn & Suites San Diego Sea World - Zoo
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About this property
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, shopping on site, and a television in a common area.
Amenities
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, shopping on site, and a television in a common area.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 166 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Location
With a stay at Mission View Inn & Suites San Diego Sea World - Zoo, you'll be centrally located in San Diego, within a 5-minute drive of Hotel Circle and Fashion Valley Mall. This hotel is 3.1 mi (5.1 km) from Balboa Park and 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from San Diego Zoo.
What's nearby
Mission Valley Mall(1 Miles)
Fashion Valley Mall(1.4 Miles)
Hotel Circle(1.8 Miles)
Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego(2.7 Miles)
UC San Diego Health(2.9 Miles)
Snapdragon Stadium(3 Miles)
Balboa Park(3.1 Miles)
University of San Diego(3.2 Miles)
Sharp Memorial Hospital(3.6 Miles)
Old Town San Diego State Park(3.8 Miles)
Whaley House Museum(4 Miles)
San Diego Zoo(4.2 Miles)
San Diego Natural History Museum(4.3 Miles)
Marine Corps Recruit Depot(4.3 Miles)
Fleet Science Center(4.4 Miles)
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)(8.3 Miles)
San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field)(4.6 Miles)
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field)(14.2 Miles)
Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ)(25.8 Miles)
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)(31.8 Miles)
Parking
Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Swimming pool
Non-smoking rooms
Safe-deposit box
ATM/Cash machine
Location
641 Camino Del Rio South, Mission Valley East, San Diego, California, United States of America
Mission Valley Mall (1 Miles)
Fashion Valley Mall (1.4 Miles)
Hotel Circle (1.8 Miles)
Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego (2.7 Miles)
UC San Diego Health (2.9 Miles)
Snapdragon Stadium (3 Miles)
Guest reviews
7.2
Good
Based on 1,258 verified reviews
What guests think
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Across recent reviews of Mission View Inn & Suites San Diego Sea World - Zoo, travelers describe a budget stay with friendly front-desk staff and a convenient location, but with significant variability in room condition, maintenance, and overall experience.
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Across recent reviews of Mission View Inn & Suites San Diego Sea World - Zoo, travelers describe a budget stay with friendly front-desk staff and a convenient location, but with significant variability in room condition, maintenance, and overall experience.
Multiple guests report poor cleanliness, including odors, stained linens, dirty floors, pests such as roaches and, in some cases, bed bugs. Facilities feel worn: paid on-site parking, a pool and hot tub with inconsistent upkeep or lighting, a frequently closed or broken gym, and elevator or door malfunctions are noted. Rooms are dated with recurring issues like weak water pressure, temperature control or hot-water problems, aging furniture and TVs, and thin walls or freeway noise; bunk-bed layouts appeal to some families but comfort varies. Expect a basic, low-cost stay where value depends heavily on the specific room you receive.
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Facilities
Guests mention paid on-site parking (often about $15) and a pool and hot tub whose cleanliness, temperature, or lighting vary by day. The gym is frequently closed or broken, and elevator issues are reported.
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Jose
27 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Please fix the elevator! The door closes too quickly! Almost closed on my wife and grandson, twice. Had I not stopped the door from closing it would have hit them. Lastly, you should noise control/quiet hours after 10pm-7am.
Please fix the elevator! The door closes too quickly! Almost closed on my wife and grandson, twice. Had I not stopped the door from closing it would have hit them. Lastly, you should noise control/quiet hours after 10pm-7am.
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John
6 Jul 2025
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Stayed 8 nights
This place barely looks like the pics. It is really more like an poorly aged motel. The rooms are not modern. The carpet was very old. The shower never got very warm. The pool towels were stained and many of the lounge chairs were ripped and unusable. The pool was also very cold. The front office staff were friendly enough.
This place barely looks like the pics. It is really more like an poorly aged motel. The rooms are not modern. The carpet was very old. The shower never got very warm. The pool towels were stained and many of the lounge chairs were ripped and unusable. The pool was also very cold. The front office staff were friendly enough.
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BERNARD
4 Aug 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
ice machines not working. Seems like the number of guest that stay there they could afford to fix there ice machines .
ice machines not working. Seems like the number of guest that stay there they could afford to fix there ice machines .
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Ronnie
6 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very clean. Very near a lot of restaurants, convenient stores, and the missiin valley mall, so there's the convenience of having that near by. Private parking garage. Beds were comfortable, not stiff. Internet offered. There's a pool and jacuzzi, and a small laundry room. Overall, great experience.
Very clean. Very near a lot of restaurants, convenient stores, and the missiin valley mall, so there's the convenience of having that near by. Private parking garage. Beds were comfortable, not stiff. Internet offered. There's a pool and jacuzzi, and a small laundry room. Overall, great experience.
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Adrian
30 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The parking deposit was not disclosed anywhere until arrival. Paid a deposit to park overnight, plus an additional fee per car. We had 2 vehicles and parking alone, the total was $75 of unexpected charges before even getting a key to a room. The first room given to me seemed like a housekeeper hasn't touched it since the 80's. Very strong smell of mold and mildew, stains on the couch, rust in the bathtub, and wallpaper peeling. Went back to front desk and immediately switched rooms. To my surprise, the second room smelled like soap. Seems very strange to me to distribute rooms without quality inspections. Both rooms were on the same floor, but complete opposites when it came to cleanliness. The following morning, the fire alarm went off. Upon calling front desk, they told us that not all guests were notified of said fire drill. Seems strange to hold a property-wide fire drill but not inform ALL of your guests. The fire alarm was going off before 10am. Imagine waking up in a panic because the fire alarm is going off, then having a hard time falling back to sleep. Checkout wasn't until noon but we ended up checking out at 10am. There were far too many issues and hidden fees that were not disclosed until after checking in. The gym was also closed, and the underground parking didn't feel safe at all. Also, the property is poorly lit with some exit signs not illuminated at all. As a first time visitor, it left an impression on me, but not in a good way. Won't stay here ever again!
The parking deposit was not disclosed anywhere until arrival. Paid a deposit to park overnight, plus an additional fee per car. We had 2 vehicles and parking alone, the total was $75 of unexpected charges before even getting a key to a room. The first room given to me seemed like a housekeeper hasn't touched it since the 80's. Very strong smell of mold and mildew, stains on the couch, rust in the bathtub, and wallpaper peeling. Went back to front desk and immediately switched rooms. To my surprise, the second room smelled like soap. Seems very strange to me to distribute rooms without quality inspections. Both rooms were on the same floor, but complete opposites when it came to cleanliness. The following morning, the fire alarm went off. Upon calling front desk, they told us that not all guests were notified of said fire drill. Seems strange to hold a property-wide fire drill but not inform ALL of your guests. The fire alarm was going off before 10am. Imagine waking up in a panic because the fire alarm is going off, then having a hard time falling back to sleep. Checkout wasn't until noon but we ended up checking out at 10am. There were far too many issues and hidden fees that were not disclosed until after checking in. The gym was also closed, and the underground parking didn't feel safe at all. Also, the property is poorly lit with some exit signs not illuminated at all. As a first time visitor, it left an impression on me, but not in a good way. Won't stay here ever again!
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Alejandro
15 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It met my expectations for the price so not bad honestly. The parking garage for guests was a huge plus, the outside of the building could be a bit cleaner as far as the steps and railings but hey there’s always something right? No breakfast available, room and pool area were very clean in my opinion. Would definitely stay again for the price you can’t beat that.
It met my expectations for the price so not bad honestly. The parking garage for guests was a huge plus, the outside of the building could be a bit cleaner as far as the steps and railings but hey there’s always something right? No breakfast available, room and pool area were very clean in my opinion. Would definitely stay again for the price you can’t beat that.
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Nikole
25 Jul 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Please Expedia, do not promote this business. I wish I could get my money back. The elevator to take you to the 1st, 2nd & 3rd floors shakes really bad & closes on you as you’re trying to get on & off the elevator. It’s not safe. They do not offer breakfast in the morning. They charge you $15.00 a day to park your car in the parking lot. The water pressure fluctuates as you’re taking a shower. The toilet is really loud when you flush. The pillows were hard & flat. The pullout couch bed didn’t have pillows. The tv only got 3 clear channels. All the others were scrambled or blacked out. The room lighting was very dark. The pool lights don’t come on at night. You will be swimming in the dark at night. That too is a safety hazard. I again really wish I hadn’t booked there. You should really take them off your website.
Please Expedia, do not promote this business. I wish I could get my money back. The elevator to take you to the 1st, 2nd & 3rd floors shakes really bad & closes on you as you’re trying to get on & off the elevator. It’s not safe. They do not offer breakfast in the morning. They charge you $15.00 a day to park your car in the parking lot. The water pressure fluctuates as you’re taking a shower. The toilet is really loud when you flush. The pillows were hard & flat. The pullout couch bed didn’t have pillows. The tv only got 3 clear channels. All the others were scrambled or blacked out. The room lighting was very dark. The pool lights don’t come on at night. You will be swimming in the dark at night. That too is a safety hazard. I again really wish I hadn’t booked there. You should really take them off your website.
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Daniel
25 Aug 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Good place to stay for the price and a bit even above. Pool and hot tub was a bonus and close to most attractions.
Good place to stay for the price and a bit even above. Pool and hot tub was a bonus and close to most attractions.
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Elias
3 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Gym is not functional, tore down, incomplete weight sets, treadmills didnt work. Wiring exposed feom walls
Gym is not functional, tore down, incomplete weight sets, treadmills didnt work. Wiring exposed feom walls
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Sarai
29 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
When I book it said breakfast included. I woke up early and they only had coffee. The shower had rust. Rooms are very small. And the photos are misleading. Also, they charge $15 to park your car.
When I book it said breakfast included. I woke up early and they only had coffee. The shower had rust. Rooms are very small. And the photos are misleading. Also, they charge $15 to park your car.
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness is a recurring concern: many cite strong smoke or musty odors, stained linens, dirty floors, and pests (roaches; a few reports of bed bugs). Housekeeping and trash pickup are inconsistent.
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Yaron
28 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was filthy,floor was filthy,our socks turned black immediately Room was not clean I got a message that we are the guest of the day and they offered free parking and they charged us for parking!! Don’t go there ever!!!
Room was filthy,floor was filthy,our socks turned black immediately Room was not clean I got a message that we are the guest of the day and they offered free parking and they charged us for parking!! Don’t go there ever!!!
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Bryan
20 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The pictures provided were deceiving for this hotel. The rooms smelt musty and were dirty. I found cockroaches in the bathroom. I stayed with my husband and 3 kids, one being a baby. We weren't able to sleep comfortably due to the bugs. The bath towels were stained with blood. Overall it was a terrible stay and I would never stay there again! I don't recommend this hotel especially if you have children.
The pictures provided were deceiving for this hotel. The rooms smelt musty and were dirty. I found cockroaches in the bathroom. I stayed with my husband and 3 kids, one being a baby. We weren't able to sleep comfortably due to the bugs. The bath towels were stained with blood. Overall it was a terrible stay and I would never stay there again! I don't recommend this hotel especially if you have children.
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Jennifer
28 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The location is great. Unfortunately, the hotel was not. The hotel smelled like mold. The room looked like it had not been cleaned or dusted in months. The shower only ran hot water. They sent maintenance to fix the shower but it only fixed temporarily and then it went back to hot water again. I would never stay here again.
The location is great. Unfortunately, the hotel was not. The hotel smelled like mold. The room looked like it had not been cleaned or dusted in months. The shower only ran hot water. They sent maintenance to fix the shower but it only fixed temporarily and then it went back to hot water again. I would never stay here again.
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Gerardo
26 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was dirty. Tube from shower was dirty. Tv was out dated only had antenna channels. Every other hotel I’ve ever stay at at least had the option for you to connect to Netflix ,Hulu, YouTube etc.
The room was dirty. Tube from shower was dirty. Tv was out dated only had antenna channels. Every other hotel I’ve ever stay at at least had the option for you to connect to Netflix ,Hulu, YouTube etc.
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Jessalie
24 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Awful hotel! We will definitely not be staying here again. We felt so unsafe while unloading our things because a few men who were also staying there were constantly outside smoking weed. The doors to the rooms are right where the parking are which is also where they smoke. Our bed was full of pet hair so we asked for new sheets and changed it ourselves. There were also cockroaches in the bathroom and the floor turned our socks black within the first hour of being there. Never ever staying here again!
Awful hotel! We will definitely not be staying here again. We felt so unsafe while unloading our things because a few men who were also staying there were constantly outside smoking weed. The doors to the rooms are right where the parking are which is also where they smoke. Our bed was full of pet hair so we asked for new sheets and changed it ourselves. There were also cockroaches in the bathroom and the floor turned our socks black within the first hour of being there. Never ever staying here again!
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Skylar
20 Dec 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We saw a cockroach…. The shower/tub was constantly leaking, and the floor made our feet black. The room was disgusting and the room was advertised as a nice hotel. This was a motel that they don’t clean. We will never stay there again
We saw a cockroach…. The shower/tub was constantly leaking, and the floor made our feet black. The room was disgusting and the room was advertised as a nice hotel. This was a motel that they don’t clean. We will never stay there again
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Christina
30 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I would like a refund this place is so disgusting, it smells like cigarettes, the floor is so dirty, the beds were filthy. My 2 year old couldn’t sleep at all because the room felt so stuffy!!!! This hotel is inhabitable!!! It’s poorly maintained!!
I would like a refund this place is so disgusting, it smells like cigarettes, the floor is so dirty, the beds were filthy. My 2 year old couldn’t sleep at all because the room felt so stuffy!!!! This hotel is inhabitable!!! It’s poorly maintained!!
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Min
22 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed here at the end of July to meet up with family visiting from Arizona, and unfortunately the experience was awful. The room was dirty, with a strong smell of urine and musty, moldy carpet. Housekeeping had not even cleaned out the fridge — it still had old food left behind. At first, I thought the bites I got were from mosquitoes after visiting SeaWorld, but later I realized it was actually bed bugs from the hotel room. This was extremely upsetting and made what should have been a fun family trip very stressful. I would not recommend this hotel to anyone. Cleanliness and basic hygiene should be the minimum standard, and this property failed completely.
We stayed here at the end of July to meet up with family visiting from Arizona, and unfortunately the experience was awful. The room was dirty, with a strong smell of urine and musty, moldy carpet. Housekeeping had not even cleaned out the fridge — it still had old food left behind. At first, I thought the bites I got were from mosquitoes after visiting SeaWorld, but later I realized it was actually bed bugs from the hotel room. This was extremely upsetting and made what should have been a fun family trip very stressful. I would not recommend this hotel to anyone. Cleanliness and basic hygiene should be the minimum standard, and this property failed completely.
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JEFFREY
10 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
floor was linoleum and needed a good mop. very dirty
floor was linoleum and needed a good mop. very dirty
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Lucky
24 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The 1st room we got had dead cockroaches the bathtub and had cockroaches climbing on the walls. The door to the bathroom didn't shut bc of warped door, which was a problem bc our toddler kept trying to play with he toilet. The second room we went to seemed cleaner, but hours later we saw a cockroach crawling over our babies stuffed animal. Also, the fridge smelt horrible and had black mold on the bottom of fridge. Staff was nice, but the whole place seemed so dirty and needed to either be fixed up or renovated.
The 1st room we got had dead cockroaches the bathtub and had cockroaches climbing on the walls. The door to the bathroom didn't shut bc of warped door, which was a problem bc our toddler kept trying to play with he toilet. The second room we went to seemed cleaner, but hours later we saw a cockroach crawling over our babies stuffed animal. Also, the fridge smelt horrible and had black mold on the bottom of fridge. Staff was nice, but the whole place seemed so dirty and needed to either be fixed up or renovated.
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Rooms
Rooms are dated, with recurring maintenance problems (AC, water pressure/temperature, doors, and limited TV channels) and noise from neighbors or the freeway. Bed comfort varies; family bunk-bed setups exist but can be uncomfortable.
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Mark
2 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very dated. Lumpy bed and itchy bed sheets. TV remote was taped together and difficult to use. Glad it was only one night.
Very dated. Lumpy bed and itchy bed sheets. TV remote was taped together and difficult to use. Glad it was only one night.
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Benny
28 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Good service. TV channels not working. No water in room.
Good service. TV channels not working. No water in room.
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Jose
16 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Location was good its close to alot of Entertainment and Restaurants. The issue i had with my actual stay was my room smelled like smoke like it was penetrated into the Carpet. The beds were super stiff and the water pressure for the shower was really week. Also they take a $75 as a deposit but when they gave it back to me i didnt get the full amount in return.
Location was good its close to alot of Entertainment and Restaurants. The issue i had with my actual stay was my room smelled like smoke like it was penetrated into the Carpet. The beds were super stiff and the water pressure for the shower was really week. Also they take a $75 as a deposit but when they gave it back to me i didnt get the full amount in return.
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Gerardo
26 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was dirty. Tube from shower was dirty. Tv was out dated only had antenna channels. Every other hotel I’ve ever stay at at least had the option for you to connect to Netflix ,Hulu, YouTube etc.
The room was dirty. Tube from shower was dirty. Tv was out dated only had antenna channels. Every other hotel I’ve ever stay at at least had the option for you to connect to Netflix ,Hulu, YouTube etc.
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Mike
2 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The property itself was decent. A place for a low price. The beds both had stains on them and the shower and toilet would randomly run for no reason throughout the night. The rooms are right next to the freeway making it noisy at night. There is very limited parking and very small spaces. You get what you pay for though. Not a bad place for a single night stay.
The property itself was decent. A place for a low price. The beds both had stains on them and the shower and toilet would randomly run for no reason throughout the night. The rooms are right next to the freeway making it noisy at night. There is very limited parking and very small spaces. You get what you pay for though. Not a bad place for a single night stay.
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Brittney
6 Jul 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The girl at the front desk was nice. The rooms smelled like mildew. Everything is very dated and the shower was rusty. Paper walls. The room was pretty clean.
The girl at the front desk was nice. The rooms smelled like mildew. Everything is very dated and the shower was rusty. Paper walls. The room was pretty clean.
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Steve
13 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The staff was fantastic. Very friendly and helpful. Unfortunately the hotel is very "tired". The reviews and ranking are correct, it is 5 or 6 level hotel. Beds are comfortable but the rooms are really old. Our bathroom had a tub that always had running water. No way to stop it. The hot water in the sink for the bar would make a full rotation so you had to delicately find the exact spot to stop the water. It was clean, but just really old. The bathroom fan sounded like a chainsaw, etc. It wasn't miserable and we were just there for the night, I would not want to be here for a longer stay. I think a little care can get this place to a solid & and make it much more enjoyable.
The staff was fantastic. Very friendly and helpful. Unfortunately the hotel is very "tired". The reviews and ranking are correct, it is 5 or 6 level hotel. Beds are comfortable but the rooms are really old. Our bathroom had a tub that always had running water. No way to stop it. The hot water in the sink for the bar would make a full rotation so you had to delicately find the exact spot to stop the water. It was clean, but just really old. The bathroom fan sounded like a chainsaw, etc. It wasn't miserable and we were just there for the night, I would not want to be here for a longer stay. I think a little care can get this place to a solid & and make it much more enjoyable.
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Joe
13 Feb 2024
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Stayed 1 night
shower had cold water all day and night
shower had cold water all day and night
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Tobias
26 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lights and water were unreliable and the furniture and air were musty and stale. Very cheap so if you dont plan on doing anything but sleeping it will do that job
Lights and water were unreliable and the furniture and air were musty and stale. Very cheap so if you dont plan on doing anything but sleeping it will do that job
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Carrie
27 Jul 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
You get what you pay for, it was not terrible Quiet, older rooms but clean. The bunk beds were very uncomfortable and only made for small people. You get what you pay for
You get what you pay for, it was not terrible Quiet, older rooms but clean. The bunk beds were very uncomfortable and only made for small people. You get what you pay for
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Service
Staff friendliness is praised by many, but service is inconsistent, with slow or unhelpful responses, wrong room assignments, and limited housekeeping unless requested. Some guests reported security concerns or difficulty resolving refunds and deposits.
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Diedra
18 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The staff were Friendly the easiest check In I’ve ever experienced I would stay again
The staff were Friendly the easiest check In I’ve ever experienced I would stay again
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mario
8 Dec 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Front people really nice
Front people really nice
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Karmen
19 Sept 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
One staff member was incredibly helpful. However, the first person we talked to on check-in was rude and disrespectful. They got our accommodations wrong and he blamed me and the person who took the reservation saying they were new. I'm disabled and had to stay on the 2nd floor instead of the 1st. His only solution was to offer me a more expensive upgrade!!! Which I didn't need. He wasn't nice, or understanding, JUST...PLAIN...RUDE. We won't be returning. You should fire him.
One staff member was incredibly helpful. However, the first person we talked to on check-in was rude and disrespectful. They got our accommodations wrong and he blamed me and the person who took the reservation saying they were new. I'm disabled and had to stay on the 2nd floor instead of the 1st. His only solution was to offer me a more expensive upgrade!!! Which I didn't need. He wasn't nice, or understanding, JUST...PLAIN...RUDE. We won't be returning. You should fire him.
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Michael
25 Mar 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Prepaid for 2 nights. Do so airline delays and mechanical issues we didn’t arrive to hotel until 4am - they said the reservation “rolled over” and couldn’t honor our prepaid reservation- couldn’t even use the 2nd night we were already paid. The desk staff couldn’t help and Expedia couldn’t either - both useless and I’m out $320
Prepaid for 2 nights. Do so airline delays and mechanical issues we didn’t arrive to hotel until 4am - they said the reservation “rolled over” and couldn’t honor our prepaid reservation- couldn’t even use the 2nd night we were already paid. The desk staff couldn’t help and Expedia couldn’t either - both useless and I’m out $320
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Amelia
19 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We (my two children, niece, and sister ) checked in super late around 11, I didn’t get the room I ordered they gave it away and then said they upgraded me to a room that smelled awful and stuffy, we went to bed left around 12 packed our bags zipped them put the do not disturb sign on when we came back the door was open the do not disturb sign was on the ground our bags were open and my sister iPhone was stolen I went o the front desk (with my phone recording) and she immediately said I was telling but I have everything on film and basically she denied anyone stealing anything but the iPhone was sitting on the counter horrible place to stay I wouldn’t stay at this place if my life depended on it I’d rather sleep in my car Not to mention they don’t even do room service until the third day so no one should’ve even been in my room as I was only staying two night This place takes no accountability for their employees nor is there any accommodations it’s a motel 6 with a different name.
We (my two children, niece, and sister ) checked in super late around 11, I didn’t get the room I ordered they gave it away and then said they upgraded me to a room that smelled awful and stuffy, we went to bed left around 12 packed our bags zipped them put the do not disturb sign on when we came back the door was open the do not disturb sign was on the ground our bags were open and my sister iPhone was stolen I went o the front desk (with my phone recording) and she immediately said I was telling but I have everything on film and basically she denied anyone stealing anything but the iPhone was sitting on the counter horrible place to stay I wouldn’t stay at this place if my life depended on it I’d rather sleep in my car Not to mention they don’t even do room service until the third day so no one should’ve even been in my room as I was only staying two night This place takes no accountability for their employees nor is there any accommodations it’s a motel 6 with a different name.
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Steve
13 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The staff was fantastic. Very friendly and helpful. Unfortunately the hotel is very "tired". The reviews and ranking are correct, it is 5 or 6 level hotel. Beds are comfortable but the rooms are really old. Our bathroom had a tub that always had running water. No way to stop it. The hot water in the sink for the bar would make a full rotation so you had to delicately find the exact spot to stop the water. It was clean, but just really old. The bathroom fan sounded like a chainsaw, etc. It wasn't miserable and we were just there for the night, I would not want to be here for a longer stay. I think a little care can get this place to a solid & and make it much more enjoyable.
The staff was fantastic. Very friendly and helpful. Unfortunately the hotel is very "tired". The reviews and ranking are correct, it is 5 or 6 level hotel. Beds are comfortable but the rooms are really old. Our bathroom had a tub that always had running water. No way to stop it. The hot water in the sink for the bar would make a full rotation so you had to delicately find the exact spot to stop the water. It was clean, but just really old. The bathroom fan sounded like a chainsaw, etc. It wasn't miserable and we were just there for the night, I would not want to be here for a longer stay. I think a little care can get this place to a solid & and make it much more enjoyable.
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Edwin
7 Dec 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Never cleaned the room and when I asked for service they simply said no
Never cleaned the room and when I asked for service they simply said no
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azin
8 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Property was Clean and convenient. Very friendly and helpful at the front desk. Easy check in/out. Fairly priced.
Property was Clean and convenient. Very friendly and helpful at the front desk. Easy check in/out. Fairly priced.
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Christopher
17 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Arrival to the front desk when checking in was easy and simple interaction with staff was comforting.
Arrival to the front desk when checking in was easy and simple interaction with staff was comforting.
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Rayan
2 Apr 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Roombwas clean staff is great
Roombwas clean staff is great
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Location
Convenient for accessing Old Town, Mission Valley, the Zoo, SeaWorld, and nearby restaurants; freeway access is easy. A few guests felt the surrounding area or garage seemed sketchy at night.
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Carol
30 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
It is right next to other hotels and restaurants. 14 miles from San Diego Zoo.
It is right next to other hotels and restaurants. 14 miles from San Diego Zoo.
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Michael
9 Mar 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Liked that it was centrally located.
Liked that it was centrally located.
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Jose
12 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I did appreciate that it was near old town San Diego and many restaurants.
I did appreciate that it was near old town San Diego and many restaurants.
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Diane
30 Jun 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Perfect location
Perfect location
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Daniel
25 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Convenient location, parking and pet fees were much more reasonable than many of the other hotels in the area. The windows/door dont seem to block much of the outside noise; so it may be good to have ear plugs for a light sleeper.
Convenient location, parking and pet fees were much more reasonable than many of the other hotels in the area. The windows/door dont seem to block much of the outside noise; so it may be good to have ear plugs for a light sleeper.
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Anuj
17 Oct 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Easy parking. Good location
Easy parking. Good location
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Luis
17 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
When you come to San Diego and stay at any place in Hotel Circle, more than 90% of the time will be 20+ years old. As I come very often, we look for places renovated and with good staf. This hotel used to be "La Quinta" but it is painted, clean and most important, all the staf were very friendly. We needed some help with the AC, and in 5 minutes a very nice guy came and fixed it. Asked for more towels, used the pool, everybody did a good job.
When you come to San Diego and stay at any place in Hotel Circle, more than 90% of the time will be 20+ years old. As I come very often, we look for places renovated and with good staf. This hotel used to be "La Quinta" but it is painted, clean and most important, all the staf were very friendly. We needed some help with the AC, and in 5 minutes a very nice guy came and fixed it. Asked for more towels, used the pool, everybody did a good job.
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OSCAR
5 Jul 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Stay was ok. Rooms are a little outdated. It has a decent pool and hot tub but no night light for the area.
Stay was ok. Rooms are a little outdated. It has a decent pool and hot tub but no night light for the area.
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Chih-Ping
30 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great location. Easy to check in
Great location. Easy to check in
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Rodolfo
13 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It was a nice quiet area. Look prety safe
It was a nice quiet area. Look prety safe
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Dining
Breakfast is often not available despite listings, with some guests finding only coffee. No consistent on-site dining is described.
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Victor
8 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Need to update website in regards to not serving breakfast.
Need to update website in regards to not serving breakfast.
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Steven
28 May 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The rooms were very old and did not resemble the on-line photos. No breakfast service
The rooms were very old and did not resemble the on-line photos. No breakfast service
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Jenny
11 Jan 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
In the listing it said free parking and they said they policy had just changed. Also, the breakfast advertised was not what was given at the time of stay. The bathroom in our room was not cleaned properly either.
In the listing it said free parking and they said they policy had just changed. Also, the breakfast advertised was not what was given at the time of stay. The bathroom in our room was not cleaned properly either.
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Ana
18 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Stay was Ok family trip. They say online breakfast included. They are not serving breakfast. They have a $75 deposit which is refundable. They didn't mentioned on reservation.
Stay was Ok family trip. They say online breakfast included. They are not serving breakfast. They have a $75 deposit which is refundable. They didn't mentioned on reservation.
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Vanessa
21 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Paid for breakfast and didn’t get it, small and smelly nothing like the pictures no coffee staff never came to clean our room or give extra towels when I asked for it. I asked to take the trash even after I gathered it all for them they just threw trash bags on our bed we had to buy our own toilet paper. Ac didn’t work this place is terrible I have a two year old and I’ll never go back even if free I wouldn’t tell anyone to stay here either . People were sleeping in the parking structure
Paid for breakfast and didn’t get it, small and smelly nothing like the pictures no coffee staff never came to clean our room or give extra towels when I asked for it. I asked to take the trash even after I gathered it all for them they just threw trash bags on our bed we had to buy our own toilet paper. Ac didn’t work this place is terrible I have a two year old and I’ll never go back even if free I wouldn’t tell anyone to stay here either . People were sleeping in the parking structure
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Ruben
10 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
False advertisement said there was Continental breakfast got there and had a little sign saying no more breakfast. Hidden fees such as parking I've never paid to park when I stay at a hotel get there and all of a sudden they have $15 a night parking like where else are we supposed to go. Unsafe, people outside were banging on their door and yelling at night and when we got there.
False advertisement said there was Continental breakfast got there and had a little sign saying no more breakfast. Hidden fees such as parking I've never paid to park when I stay at a hotel get there and all of a sudden they have $15 a night parking like where else are we supposed to go. Unsafe, people outside were banging on their door and yelling at night and when we got there.
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Alejandro
15 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It met my expectations for the price so not bad honestly. The parking garage for guests was a huge plus, the outside of the building could be a bit cleaner as far as the steps and railings but hey there’s always something right? No breakfast available, room and pool area were very clean in my opinion. Would definitely stay again for the price you can’t beat that.
It met my expectations for the price so not bad honestly. The parking garage for guests was a huge plus, the outside of the building could be a bit cleaner as far as the steps and railings but hey there’s always something right? No breakfast available, room and pool area were very clean in my opinion. Would definitely stay again for the price you can’t beat that.
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Nikole
25 Jul 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Please Expedia, do not promote this business. I wish I could get my money back. The elevator to take you to the 1st, 2nd & 3rd floors shakes really bad & closes on you as you’re trying to get on & off the elevator. It’s not safe. They do not offer breakfast in the morning. They charge you $15.00 a day to park your car in the parking lot. The water pressure fluctuates as you’re taking a shower. The toilet is really loud when you flush. The pillows were hard & flat. The pullout couch bed didn’t have pillows. The tv only got 3 clear channels. All the others were scrambled or blacked out. The room lighting was very dark. The pool lights don’t come on at night. You will be swimming in the dark at night. That too is a safety hazard. I again really wish I hadn’t booked there. You should really take them off your website.
Please Expedia, do not promote this business. I wish I could get my money back. The elevator to take you to the 1st, 2nd & 3rd floors shakes really bad & closes on you as you’re trying to get on & off the elevator. It’s not safe. They do not offer breakfast in the morning. They charge you $15.00 a day to park your car in the parking lot. The water pressure fluctuates as you’re taking a shower. The toilet is really loud when you flush. The pillows were hard & flat. The pullout couch bed didn’t have pillows. The tv only got 3 clear channels. All the others were scrambled or blacked out. The room lighting was very dark. The pool lights don’t come on at night. You will be swimming in the dark at night. That too is a safety hazard. I again really wish I hadn’t booked there. You should really take them off your website.
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Harley
3 Feb 2024
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Stayed 1 night
What happened to the FREE breakfast we have always enjoyed and THOUGHT we paid for it???
What happened to the FREE breakfast we have always enjoyed and THOUGHT we paid for it???
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Sarai
29 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
When I book it said breakfast included. I woke up early and they only had coffee. The shower had rust. Rooms are very small. And the photos are misleading. Also, they charge $15 to park your car.
When I book it said breakfast included. I woke up early and they only had coffee. The shower had rust. Rooms are very small. And the photos are misleading. Also, they charge $15 to park your car.
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jorge
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice place to stay with very helpful and kind staff.
Very nice place to stay with very helpful and kind staff.
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michele
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
My door didn’t lock, had huge gap for anything to come in. Carpet nasty! Bathroom tub water ran slowly all night and wouldn’t turn off! Entire place needs an update!
My door didn’t lock, had huge gap for anything to come in. Carpet nasty! Bathroom tub water ran slowly all night and wouldn’t turn off! Entire place needs an update!
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Tayler
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Possibly one of the dirtiest hotels I’ve stayed at. The sofa couch was absolutely stained with spills, as were the carpets. Table tops were not wiped down, just felt gross. The Room layout was nice but that’s really all I can say about it. I didn’t realize the hotel would look as though it needs to be that deeply renovated but it does need it. Parking is $15 of course. Staff was nice but check in process took too long I’m assuming to outdated system.
Possibly one of the dirtiest hotels I’ve stayed at. The sofa couch was absolutely stained with spills, as were the carpets. Table tops were not wiped down, just felt gross. The Room layout was nice but that’s really all I can say about it. I didn’t realize the hotel would look as though it needs to be that deeply renovated but it does need it. Parking is $15 of course. Staff was nice but check in process took too long I’m assuming to outdated system.
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Justin
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
Won't ever stay again. Way over priced for how crappie this place is. Said they gave breakfast and gym but was closed cause renovations. They need to just tear it down and start over. Lessen learned on not reading reviews. Pictures of the place are not accurate. Must be from when they was brand new and just opened. Dump is all I got to say
Won't ever stay again. Way over priced for how crappie this place is. Said they gave breakfast and gym but was closed cause renovations. They need to just tear it down and start over. Lessen learned on not reading reviews. Pictures of the place are not accurate. Must be from when they was brand new and just opened. Dump is all I got to say
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Daniel
14 Aug 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Staff is great..just very run down
Staff is great..just very run down
Property policies
Check-in
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From 15:00 to 23:59
Before 12:00
FAQs about Mission View Inn & Suites San Diego Sea World - Zoo
Is parking available at the hotel?
Self parking is available on-site for a fee of USD 15.00 per night. Parking is limited, and height restrictions apply.
Does the hotel allow pets?
Pets are allowed in specific rooms only, with a fee of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Guests should contact the property directly to arrange for bringing pets.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 11:59 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM. Late check-out is available for a fee, subject to availability.
What accessibility features does the hotel offer?
The property has limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible public areas. Specific details about accessible rooms and bathrooms are not provided.
Where is the hotel located in relation to local attractions?
The hotel is centrally located in San Diego, within a 5-minute drive of Hotel Circle and Fashion Valley Mall. It is approximately 3.1 miles from Balboa Park and 4.2 miles from San Diego Zoo.
Does the hotel have a swimming pool?
Yes, the hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, which is seasonal and accessible from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
What are the hotel's policies for guests staying with children?
Children 17 years old and younger can stay for free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding.
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What are the usual room rates like at Mission View Inn & Suites San Diego Sea World - Zoo in San Diego?
Over the next 60–90 days, room rates at Mission View Inn & Suites San Diego Sea World - Zoo in San Diego typically average around US$125 a night for two guests, ranging from US$86 to US$142.
What attractions and neighbourhoods is Mission View Inn & Suites San Diego Sea World - Zoo close to?
Mission View Inn & Suites San Diego Sea World - Zoo in San Diego is near major attractions like the San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park, and convenient for shoppers at Mission Valley Mall. The location suits travellers seeking outdoor adventure and easy access to cultural sites around San Diego County.
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- 2026-09-14: 83.69775559162903USD
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- 2026-09-19: 102.65211164813233USD
- 2026-09-20: 82.27505953340149USD
- 2026-09-21: 80.92651434580995USD
- 2026-09-22: 85.0213547985077USD
- 2026-09-23: 83.5815612301941USD
- 2026-09-24: 83.98121662953187USD
- 2026-09-25: 98.4576722533722USD
- 2026-09-26: 101.47956246853639USD
- 2026-09-27: 80.92651434580995USD
- 2026-09-28: 83.98121662953187USD
- 2026-09-29: 78.21592918162537USD
- 2026-09-30: 84.02121652304078USD
- 2026-10-01: 83.02108705618286USD
- 2026-10-02: 139.0185684528351USD
- 2026-10-03: 138.01843017736817USD
- 2026-10-04: 86.0214842653656USD
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- 2026-10-16: 139.0185684528351USD
- 2026-10-17: 139.0185684528351USD
- 2026-10-18: 87.02162254083252USD
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- 2026-10-20: 86.30722673300171USD
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- 2026-10-30: 139.0185684528351USD
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- 2026-11-01: 86.30722673300171USD
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- 2026-11-13: 139.0185684528351USD
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An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. 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.
You'll be required to pay the following fully refundable deposit.
Deposit: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Breakage deposit: USD 250 per stay
Breakage deposit: USD 250 per stay
- 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
- This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham)
- Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination
- Pool access available from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
- Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Alcohol is not served at this property.
- A car is not required for transportation to and from this property.
- Parking height restrictions apply.
- Masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- Self parking fee: USD 15.00 per night
- Pet fee: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Popular amenities
Parking
Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Swimming pool
Non-smoking rooms
Safe-deposit box
ATM/Cash machine
Services
Safe-deposit box
ATM/Cash machine
Designated smoking area
Express check-in/check-out
24-Hour Front Desk
General
Non-smoking rooms
Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Family room
Wheelchair Accessible (Limited)
Parking
Parking
Parking (Limited)
Parking Onsite
Activities
Swimming pool
Golf course (nearby)
Windsurfing
Cycling
Fishing
Hiking
Pool outdoor
Outdoor Furniture
Pool (Seasonal Outdoor)
Fitness Center (nearby)
Internet
Free wi-fi