The Rambler Motel

225 Bay Blvd, Chula Vista, CA 91910 US near Exit 8b on I-5 (~0.1mi)
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3.0 Star Property Near Chula Vista Center
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4.0/5

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  • Swimming pool
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Free bicycles on site
  • Heated pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
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05/02/2024 - 05/03/2024
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Verified Reviews of The Rambler Motel

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"Fun & Clean Little Hotel"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
It is a fun and clean little hotel at a good price. I often sit out by the pool and firepit listening to the music provided. The personnel are all very good also!
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
04-Feb-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Mon Jan 29 to Fri Feb 02 2024 at a $106.00 average nightly rate.
"FAVORITE Hotel!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
This is the second trip to The Rambler in two years. Was pleased to see that the rooms were clean and the property is well maintained. Staff was friendly and informative. The coffee shop area was especially appreciated. We always tell people heading to San Diego area to consider The Rambler.
(Group coordinator, booked 2 rooms), from US flag
14-Apr-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Mon Apr 10 to Wed Apr 12 2023 at a $98.10 average nightly rate.
"Very clean hotel with retro decor!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Great place to stay, good price for the room. Very clean with retro decor. I like it!
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
14-Mar-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Mar 10 to Sun Mar 12 2023 at a $174.00 average nightly rate.

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Property Description

Located in Chula Vista, The Rambler Motel is within a 10-minute drive of Chula Vista Municipal Golf Course - Mountain and Petco Park. This motel is 7 mi (11.2 km) from San Diego Convention Center and 7.7 mi (12.3 km) from Balboa Park.

Enjoy a meal at Rambler Coffee or snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. The motel also offers room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. To-go breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.

Make yourself at home in one of the 117 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your room comes with a memory foam bed. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

San Diego Bay - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Chula Vista Center - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Chula Vista Municipal Golf Course - Mountain - 9.1 km / 5.6 mi
Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center - 9.9 km / 6.1 mi
Imperial Beach - 10.6 km / 6.6 mi
Petco Park - 11 km / 6.8 mi
San Diego Convention Center - 11.2 km / 7 mi
San Diego City College - 11.5 km / 7.2 mi
The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park - 11.8 km / 7.4 mi
Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House - 11.9 km / 7.4 mi
New Children's Museum - 12.1 km / 7.5 mi
Seaport Village - 12.2 km / 7.6 mi
Kaiser Permanente Otay Mesa Medical Offices - 12.3 km / 7.6 mi
Balboa Park - 12.3 km / 7.7 mi
San Diego Civic Theatre - 12.6 km / 7.8 mi

The nearest airports are:
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 16.9 km / 10.5 mi
Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 23.7 km / 14.7 mi
San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 22 km / 13.7 mi
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 28.7 km / 17.9 mi

The preferred airport for The Rambler Motel is San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN).

Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Free self parking is available onsite.

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and an arcade/game room.

Green Sustainability

Recycling, bath amenities

Amenities / Features

  • Check In: 4:00 PM
  • Check Out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum age of oldest guest: 18
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Casino nearby
  • Proposal/romance packages available
  • Health or beauty spa nearby
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Swimming pool
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Sailing nearby
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Arcade/game room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Picnic area
  • Total number of rooms - 117
  • Number of floors - 2
  • Professional property host/manager
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No elevators
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Free bicycles on site
  • Heated pool
  • Firepit
  • Coin laundry on site
  • Business center
  • Multilingual staff
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Number of restaurants - 1
  • Golfing nearby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
  • Free self parking
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • 24-hour business center

Airport & Shuttle Information

S.D. Lindbergh field is 10 miles North of the Hotel. and about a $20 taxi,uber,lyft fee. You can catch the trolley in Old Town and $2.50 Trolley ride to Chula Vista. The hotel is located 2 blocks from the Bay front E St. trolley stop.

Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Breakfast Information

Room rate includes one $10 Voucher for Coffee Shop (1 per room/night)

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Service animals are allowed

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Service Animals and Pets under 30 pounds with fee

Parking Info

Free Guest Parking

Internet / WiFI

Free WiFi

Misc Fees / Policies

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 50.00 per day

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

Cleaning Policies

Property is cleaned with disinfectant

Staff wears personal protective equipment

Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas

Social distancing measures are in place

Individually-wrapped food options are available

Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast

Individually-wrapped food options are available for lunch

Individually-wrapped food options are available for dinner

Individually-wrapped food options are available through room service

Gap period enforced between guest stays - 24 hours

Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

Contactless check-out is available

Essential workers only - NO

Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

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