Realizing folks tend to be motivated to share reviews when things go badly, wanted to make sure my positive experience is heard. I tend to be skeptical (cynical?) when it comes to budget stays, and while NOT 5-star (nor expected), I must say, in "looking" for things to nit-pick, wasn't able to find much! Perhaps it was my early check-in,... More

My husband and I frequent EconoLodge to simply get away. We actually stay in our room the entire stay and are met with warmth from the front office with every stay. Gavin is superb. A real people person, eager to please. Professional demeanor and pleasant person. We enjoy the area should we get cabin fever. There is reasonable good eats... More

I'm all about context. When you stay in a budget motel at the beach if you get clean and functional, you have about all you should expect. Econo Lodge fills the bill perfectly. Check in was easy. Staff helpful. Room was clean and safe. No frills. The shower was a typical California eco drip. Had to ask for help to... More

It's not rocket science. Gavin calmly delivers good value, and so keeps this place pretty full. He is a hands on operator- and all guests benefit from competent management. We will return. More

I was nervous staying here after reading some of the reviews. However, we were pleasently surprised that the room was VERY CLEAN, and it was NOT worn out like another review stated. The room actually exceeded our expectations for an economy hotel. The front desk staff was incredibly helpful with food suggestions, towels, and area directions. Not to mention that... More

Called hotel directly and made reservation over the phone. Leela (hope I spelled it right!) was most helpful in taking my information, emailing a confirmation to us quickly and even calling to follow up to ensure we received it. Upon check-in, Gavin at the front desk was very pleasant and gave us a terrific map for the local area! Check-in... More

I arrived in San Diego with no reservation and was driving along the 101 highway, saw the Econolodge and had to stop and inquire about the rate. To my surprise this property was reasonable being in the area it was...ONE BLOCK FROM MOONLIGHT BEACH, walking distance to all kinds of restaurants and MINUTES TO DEL MAR RACE TRACKS. Since all... More

We checked into this hotel on the night of June 14th around midnight. We had to wake up the night desk clerk to show us a room. The room was pretty clean but very worn out!! We went down to breakfast and they had a small counter with a few items on it and trays to take back to your... More

Everything about this hotel is average or a bit below. If you aren't desperate, choose another one. No elevator, beds mediocre, breakfast mediocre, not real close to the beach, and the fridge hadn't been cleaned out. More