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The Rambler Motel

3.0 star property
3-star motel near San Diego Bay

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Coffee shop
Balcony
1 bedroom, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace
Business centre

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service

Explore the area

Map
225 Bay Blvd, Chula Vista, CA, 91910
  • Naval Base San Diego
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Petco Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • San Diego Convention Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

King ADA

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Queen/ Queen Plus

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(95 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

King +

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(102 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Bay View King Suite

Bay View King Suite

  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Queen/ Queen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(124 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Floor plan

Standard King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Chula Vista

Near the airport.At this Chula Vista motel, you'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Chula Vista Municipal Golf Course - Mountain and 9 miles (15 km) of Petco Park. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are San Diego Convention Center and Balboa Park.
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What's nearby

  • Chula Vista Center - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Naval Base San Diego - 3 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Petco Park - 7 min drive - 11.9 km
  • San Diego Convention Center - 8 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Balboa Park - 8 min drive - 11.9 km

Getting around

  • Bayfront - E St. Trolley Station - 5 min walk
  • Old Town Transit Center - 16 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Galley At The Marina - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Roberto's Taco Shop - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Rambler Motel

3-star motel near San Diego Bay
The Rambler Motel offers its guests an outdoor pool and complimentary bicycles. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

There's an onsite 24-hour business center. An arcade/game room, multilingual staff, and a picnic area are also featured at the business-friendly The Rambler Motel. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Chula Vista motel is smoke free.

  • 117 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Game room or arcade
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Rambler Motel offers 117 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Beds feature memory foam mattresses. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

This Chula Vista motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered once per stay and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily on-the-go breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 6 to 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Late-night room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 100 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately USD 6 to 15 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Prepaid credit cards are not accepted for any bookings
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Prepaid credit cards are not accepted for any bookings. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Please note: Guests under 18 cannot check-in without authorization or supervision of an adult.
This hotel will place a credit card authorization equal to the first night of stay for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Chula Vista Good Nite Inn
Rambler Motel Chula Vista
Good Nite Inn Motel Chula Vista
Good Nite Chula Vista
Good Nite Inn San Diego South Bay Hotel Chula Vista
Good Nite Inn Chula Vista Motel
Rambler Chula Vista
The Rambler Motel Motel
The Rambler Motel Chula Vista
The Rambler Motel Motel Chula Vista

The Rambler Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1250 out of 1871 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 408 out of 1871 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 120 out of 1871 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1871 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 1871 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here at least 3x and always a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ramiro Julio Zendejas

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is really good, the rooms are good enough, clean, comfortable and functional, I only stayed 1 night so I can't say much about other areas.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beds are solidified clouds. The TV is big and equipped with Direct TV. Room didn't smell like tobacco even after you blast the cold AC. The coffee shop is great and delicious. No shady suspects in the area at all. Great stay. Oh! You get 30 percent off at the coffee shop if you're staying at in the Hotel!! Hope this helps someone decide 🤘
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cafe was great, good options made with actual, real food, (real eggs, bacon) not the powder/rubber you normally get with free continental. I also had a mazapan latte that was fantastic! While the meals are not included with the price of your stay, they are discounted if you are a guest, and the prices were very reasonable, much cheaper than a Dennys for a example, and much better quality, we paid about $25 for two meals and two specialty coffees. There is also an arcade area, great if you have kids and they show movies at the pool. There is also a pit in the pool area where you can make smores, they even include the skewers when you buy the little smores kit. Room was basic but clean, and the bed was very comfortable. Close to the freeway.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time staying here and everything has been good so far. People are not too loud, area isn’t sketchy. There’s the trolley and a lot of fast foods options near the area. Beds are pretty comfy, I always judge by their pillows and they are great. Bathroom is basic, will have to say that the water pressure for the shower is amazing. Definitely will keep coming back
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
It was a very cool vibe but the rooms didn’t smell clean. Our toddlers socks were filthy after 5 mins of putting them on and him walking around the room. And it wouldn’t kill them to use fabric softener or detergent that smells cleans
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandi-lyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay. Comfortable beds, easy check in, no issues exactly as expected
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Freddie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Tanya

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service

Acceptable

This was a very affordable hotel, but they needed to do things to make that a reality. The room was old but had fresh paint. The curtain didn't cover the window enough to keep out the light, a little rust in the bathtub, not the cleanest bathroom I've ever seen, and there wasn't a frig or microwave. It wasn't the worst and I was okay with it for the price. It was loud due to proximity to the highway, I imagine staying on the pool side would have been better.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super cute motel! Hassle free, fast check in. Close to highway if driving, a 5 min walk from public transit and easily accessible to downtown. Next door to a casino. Had pool, fire pit, and indoor and outdoor games. There was a coffee shop at the motel. Very clean rooms. Quiet in motel and nearby. Area at night is a bit sketchy at times but had no issues. Only downside was that there was no mini fridge in the room. Would stay here again.
Wall in room
Sign at pool
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lifsira

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tasha

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Tasha

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great ambiance and cafe
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Jessica

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

😑

Old. Broken parts inside room (towel rack). Sketchy- 3 police cars on property when we arrived.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean facility, friendly staff and easy and plenty of parking. Also good location, not too far from dining and shopping and access to big roads. Room was clean, immediate hot water and good pressure in the shower. The only think I was missing was mini fridge in the room and maybe microwave, but I can easily overlook that for all the thinks mentioned above and the price. I am glad and happy that we have stayed there.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Carlos

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pictures make it seem big but it’s really small. Very compact and no fridge. Who has heard of a room no fridge. Also, the bathroom door no lock.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nathia

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Staff & service
I booked this for my daughter and her boyfriend. After check out they tried to charge my daughter for a pillow case that she knows for a fact that she never took.. she then told them to check everywhere. She said that they probably miscounted it and swears that she never took a pillowcase. The cards were deactivated three times so they had a hard time getting in their room and then the pool was closed on a few days that they were there.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jess

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleased with the overall experience
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very close to everything, room near the pool was loud but other than that good stay. Will use this for my next work trip.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Anna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay! There are parts of these older rooms that I wish they’d updated! Particularly, the bathroom is fine but un-updated. Also, the light over the sinks need to be done away with. It was difficult to do our makeup under that dimmer light! Only other thing is the lack of a mini-fridge! That would make a huge difference! We would have liked to have kept our drinks cold and to have kept left overs from our dinners! Otherwise, the staff was kind and the rooms are very clean! Location is right near transportation and the freeway is super close! You can get where you’re going with little effort!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our family of two adults & two teens stayed one night. The room was pretty small but the beds were comfortable. The decor & theme of the hotel is cute & they have a cafe with arcade games connected to the office. We appreciated having a breakfast spot right across from our room. The young lady at the cafe was great & hardworking! This would be a great budget stay for a family with young kids. They have pool & bikes that they lend out. The location has plenty of bike trails nearby & was convenient to Balboa Park & other San Diego local attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025