The Rambler Hotel

Property class: 3

Choose dates to view prices

Located close to Coronado Municipal Beach and Chula Vista Municipal Golf Course - Mountain, The Rambler Hotel provides free on-the-go breakfast, a firepit and a coffee shop/cafe. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Rambler Coffee, the on-site café. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 50+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with an arcade/games room and a bar.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is £98
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 9 of 9 rooms

View all photos for Standard King

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a colorful mural on the wall.

Standard King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(39 reviews)
  • 252 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Queen/ Queen

A hotel room with two beds, a guitar, a minibar, and a colorful wall design.

Queen/ Queen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(156 reviews)
  • 252 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Queen/ Queen Plus

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with lamps, and a wall with a 'FAB' sign.

Queen/ Queen Plus

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(113 reviews)
  • 252 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for King +

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a wall with a California Dreamin' sign.

King +

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(121 reviews)
  • 252 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for King ADA

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a wall with a car decal.

King ADA

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • 252 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Bay View King Suite

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a wall-mounted artwork, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Bay View King Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 520 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room

  • Sleeps 4

Room

  • Sleeps 4

Room

  • Sleeps 4
Mod logo
Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures!
Sign inSign up, it's free

About the area

Located in Chula Vista, The Rambler Hotel is near the airport and near a metro station. Sesame Place San Diego is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Balboa Park and Coronado Municipal Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a match? See what's going on at Petco Park or Snapdragon Stadium. Looking to get your feet wet? Waterskiing, sailing and swimming adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Chula Vista travel guide
View more Motels in Chula Vista
Map
225 Bay Blvd, Chula Vista, CA, 91910

What's nearby

  • A riverboat with an American flag, passengers, and a city skyline in the background.
    San Diego Bay
    3 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • A sandy beach with large rocks in the foreground and a sailboat on the water.
    Chula Vista Bayside Park
    3 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Chula Vista Center
    2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Living Coast Discovery Center
    3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Safe Harbor Bayfront Marina
    4 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Bayfront - E St. Trolley Station
    6 min walk
  • Old Town Transit Center
    17 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Growlers Sports Bar & Taproom
    17 min walk
  • Tacos El Gordo
    2 min drive
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill
    2 min drive
  • Rubio's Coastal Grill
    3 min drive
  • Trēō Kitchen + Bar
    18 min walk

About this property

The Rambler Hotel

  • Motel near Petco Park
  • Located close to Coronado Municipal Beach and Chula Vista Municipal Golf Course - Mountain, The Rambler Hotel provides free on-the-go breakfast, a firepit and a coffee shop/cafe. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Rambler Coffee, the on-site café. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 50+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with an arcade/games room and a bar.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
    • Free self-parking
    • Free bike hire, smoke-free property and a 24-hour front desk
    • Multilingual staff
    • Guest reviews say great things about the overall value, pool and helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 117 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks such as late-night room service and free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
  • More amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
    • 50-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
    • Limited housekeeping, desks and desk chairs

Similar properties

Exterior
Hercor Hotel - Urban Boutique
Chula Vista
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 1,512 reviews
The price is £83
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Hercor Hotel - Urban Boutique
Compare similar properties

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Rambler Coffee

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

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 bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

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

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 100 per stay

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Frequently asked questions

Does The Rambler Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at The Rambler Hotel?

As of 18 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Rambler Hotel on 15 Oct 2026 start from £98, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Rambler Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Rambler Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Rambler Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Rambler Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Rambler Hotel located?

Situated near the airport, this motel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Chula Vista Municipal Golf Course - Mountain, Petco Park and San Diego Convention Center. Balboa Park and Sesame Place San Diego are also within 9 mi (15 km). Bayfront - E St. Trolley Station is 6 minutes by foot and H St Trolley Station is 20 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Reviews

The Rambler Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1493 out of 2213 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 445 out of 2213 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 162 out of 2213 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 2213 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 54 out of 2213 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean, comfortable and quiet. Hotel was a quick drive to balboa park area
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was so cool! Can’t wait for our next vacation because we will be staying here again. Especially the complementary bike rides, love that!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms clean and staff pleasant
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed here for a work conference that was held at the Gaylor, this was very accessible and in a nice location. I really enjoyed the Rambler Cafe that is connected to the front desk. Great food and coffee drinks. The rooms are nicely decorated and everything felt and looked clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property and in a great location when visiting family. Rooms are clean and staff is friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was nice and in a great location. I love the fact that they came in daily to clean room. I have no complaints.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, cafeteria was on point, and pool area was fun 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was really clean, the staff was really friendly and helpful, and the atmosphere was great. Super cool that there's a little coffee shop with arcade games and pinball too. Only thing is there was no fridge in the room, but everything else was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had so much fun during our stay. Between the pinball machines, riding bikes along the bay, and watching a movie in the pool, we couldn’t have picked a better place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here because we were attending a show at the Ampitheater . Nice and close to the venue, the rooms were clean and the beds were comfortable. it was nice and quiet. Just what we needed for this quick stay. The little diner looks nice but we were not really there long enough to eat there. Would definetly stay here again if we're in town for a show
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the decoration of each room and common areas. Staff was great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this place-the staff were all super friendly and helpful and the amenities were nice. The only issue for me was location, as it took a little longer with traffic to get into downtown San Diego. Otherwise I thought it was really great!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and friendly staff. I only wish the coffee shop would stay open later.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I loved The Rambler! It was such a fun stay and is super close to Imperial Beach. Seven Mile Casino is right next door, and there’s so much to do at the hotel itself! The pool is so nice and vibey, and they even played a movie by the pool on Saturday, which was such a fun touch. They also have pinball machines and a cute little arcade area. We had such a great time and will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was fun
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Motel-like structure, but recently renovated and very clean, quiet and safe
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, safe and very cute.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and the room was nice. We only stayed 1 night but it was smooth check in.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved every single thing about our 9 day stay, the room, the pool, the fire pit, and the cafe!!! Staff was extremely kind helpful and always smiling!! Just wish the cafe stayed opened later than 1pm during our stay!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had no idea this was in Chula Vista. Perfect location, nearby everything, restaurants, mall, gambling, movie theaters freeway. Downtown within minutes. Kids enjoyed the pool, arcade available easy to keep an eye on children. Air conditioning worked Perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean, friendly staff, good coffee, and awesome vibe!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Please be aware this is a Motel not a Hotel as Expedia advertises. It is a bit older but fixed up really nice. Our stay there was excellent. The staff was awesome. They give you the option of having your room freshened each day and new towels each day. The pool was really nice and relaxing. They offer a poolside movie each Saturday night. The breakfast was simple but you were able to upgrade at the little restaurant. They have bikes to use for a little exercise. We spent 6 nights there and I wouldn't hesitate to stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cute quirky rooms, beds were great wish the rooms had fridges
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026