The hype
A surprisingly clean and well-maintained budget motel with a friendly staff and great freebies.
Best Western Lamplighter Inn & Suites At Sdsu
$120-$170 / לילה
הזמן את זה אם You're a budget-conscious traveler, visiting SDSU, or need a clean, no-frills basecamp with free parking and breakfast.
למה אנשים אוהבים את זה
- Free parking and no hidden resort fees
- Extensive free breakfast with hot waffles
- Heated outdoor pool with BBQ grills
סיכום מהיר: It's a dated, classic motel on a busy boulevard, but it's impeccably clean and won't nickel-and-dime you.
סקור על ידי @mommycristinaknows: We stayed here for a quick family getaway and the boys were obsessed. The indoor pool feels exactly like a tropical resort, complete with a water slide and waterfall. Between the pool, the arcade, and the kid-friendly restaurant, it was the easiest weekend trip ever.
אורחים שביקרו כאן אמרו
Reality check
The neighborhood isn't the most scenic, and the rooms feel like a blast from the past.
- You are visiting San Diego State University (1 mile away)
- You hate paying extra for parking and Wi-Fi
- You want a kitchen for an extended stay
ניקיון וטחזוקה
8.5
- Housekeeping: Consistently praised as spotless and well-maintained despite the older building.
- Bathroom hygiene: Clean and functional, though the fixtures and tile are showing their age.
- Maintenance: Older property with dated decor, but everything is kept in good working order.
- Linens & towels: Standard motel quality, but fresh and clean.
- Odors & scents: Generally fresh, though older carpets can sometimes hold a faint stale scent in budget motels.
Sleepability™
6.5בינוני
0-4רועש
4-7.5בינוני
7.5-10שקט
- Heavy traffic on El Cajon Boulevard
- Other guests walking on exterior corridors
לפני ההזמנה
טוב לדעת
- Parking is 100% free, which is rare for San Diego
- Breakfast includes hot items like waffles and eggs
- Coin-operated laundry is available on-site
מה לארוז
- Earplugs or a white noise machine for street noise
- A car rental reservation—you'll need it to get to the beach
ג'ניה לחדרים
הבחירות המובילות
- Rooms at the back of the property (away from El Cajon Blvd) for maximum quiet
- Extended-stay suites with full kitchens if you're staying more than a few days
חדרים להימנע
- Rooms facing the street or right next to the pool if you want to sleep in
ג'ניה בקשת חדרים – העתק והדבק
“Hi team, I'm a light sleeper. Could I please request a quiet room at the very back of the property, away from El Cajon Boulevard and the pool area? Thank you!”
שאלות נפוצות וטיפים נסתרים
הכל מה שאתה באמת צריך לדעת לפני ההזמנה
Is there a resort fee?
No, this is one of the rare San Diego hotels with absolutely no hidden fees.
How far is it to the beach?
It's about a 20-minute drive to Mission Beach or Coronado, traffic depending.
Is parking really free?
Yes, self-parking is completely free for guests.
Is the pool heated?
Yes, the outdoor pool is heated and open year-round, complete with a BBQ grill area.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, it is pet-friendly, but there is a $15 per night non-refundable fee with restrictions.
How close is SDSU?
It's just 1 mile away, making it a perfect base for visiting parents or prospective students.
טיפים פנימיים
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Grab some meat and veggies from a local market and use the poolside BBQ grills for a cheap dinner.
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Borrow a DVD from the front desk—every room has a DVD player, a fun retro touch.
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Skip the chain coffee and walk to a local Vietnamese cafe on El Cajon Blvd for an incredible morning brew.
5 דברים שכדאי לדעת לפני שתצא
💡The breakfast buffet includes Kosher items, a surprisingly thoughtful touch for a budget motel.
💡The landscaping is surprisingly lush, with palm trees and sculpted shrubbery hiding the standard motel architecture.
💡The mattresses are high-quality Beautyrest beds that frequently get shoutouts in reviews for being incredibly comfortable.
💡El Cajon Boulevard has a massive, underrated Vietnamese and Middle Eastern food scene right outside your door.
💡Every room comes with a DVD player and you can borrow movies from the front desk—a fun, nostalgic perk.
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מפה
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