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Del Mar Motel on the Beach

1702 Coast Blvd. San Diego, CA 92014
Property Type: Motel
  • Small hotel conveniently located near a major roadway; limited staff and amenities; normally guest rooms open to the car park.
Beachfront Motel with modern guest comforts and amenities; near restaurants, shops and attractions.
No Business Centre No Fitness Centre No Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Pets Not Allowed No Restaurant No Room Service No Swimming Pool
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 2.5 of 5 stars Based on 20 traveller reviews
  • What to Expect:
    • 2.5 based on 14 reviews Rooms
    • 3 based on 14 reviews Service
    • 2.5 based on 14 reviews Value
    • 3 based on 14 reviews Cleanliness
    • 3.5 based on 1 review Dining

Reviews of Del Mar Motel on the Beach

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3 of 5 stars
Chandler, AZ
3 Jun 2008

Okay folks, this is a very simple motel, in a most remarkable location. The room was large, furnished about as I would expect for an older (35 years or more) property. Bathroom is quite old as well. However, all is well maintained and clean. I paid the winter rates, not sure I would pay the summer rates . . .... more

30 Jan 2008

It happened to be the coldest days of the year in Del Mar, but a room should still have a heater. Ours didn't work, there were no other rooms available for us to stay in, so their solution was to bring in 2 space heaters. After 10 minutes of this, the room was filled with what smelled like a dead... more

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3 of 5 stars
San Juan Island
14 Jul 2007
1/1 found this review helpful

This property has a great location and we were pleasantly surprised with the accommodations. The management is in the process of refurbishing the rooms and enhancing the exterior of the motel. We also experienced great customer service. The staff was very friendly and willing to assist in making dinner reservations for us. more

18 Jun 2007
1/1 found this review helpful

Well I read the so-so reviews but we stayed anyway. It really wasn't as bad as some said but it isn't worth the money! We paid $269 a night plus tax for a Saturday and Sunday night stay . The location of the motel and our room location was excellent. The room however left something to be desired. Upon check... more

12 Nov 2006
5/5 found this review helpful

I used to be a local San Diegan so I knew what I was getting before booking it. The motel reminded me of some marginal super 8's I've had to crash in, on cross country drives...the difference is that this motel is in a fabulous tourist location. There aren't many places to stay where you can walk steps out of... more

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2 of 5 stars
Phoenix AZ
11 Oct 2006
2/2 found this review helpful

You'll either love it or hate it! If you're willing to put up with anything and everything that could be negative about a motel just to be directly on a great beach, then this place is for you. Otherwise, forget it. It's way overpriced for what you get, parking is a hassle, the rooms are in desperate need of remodeling... more

29 Aug 2006
2/2 found this review helpful

On a roadtrip (visiting from the UK) I stayed at this place on the basis that it would be OK based on the room rate. Their website certainly makes it look way better than it is. Incredibly basic, the room was more basic than staying in a caravan. Use it only if you can't get in anywhere. more

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1 of 5 stars
Toronto, Ontario
27 Jul 2006
1/1 found this review helpful

For 208 dollars I should have slept in the car! They failed to mention that a train goes by every few hours all night and blows its whistle each time! Needless to say neither one of us slept very well. The bathroom needs to be redone as the sink looks dirty although it is just OLD. Cleanliness on a scale... more

12 Jun 2006
3/3 found this review helpful

As a return visitor to the Del Mar Motel, I'm never disappointed. Manage your expectations when you come stay at this very old local relic. Come here for the environment not the ammenities. Very basic but they do just fine. Clean sheets and towels with fresh paint throughout. We have been coming for 25 years and now with kids we... more

8 May 2006
1/1 found this review helpful

I just stayed in this motel and had a terrible experience. We dealt with staff who were rude, inconsiderate, just didn't care about you or your time there at all. My boyfriend hit his head on a wall-mounted air conditioner that sits right at head-height in one of the hallways--this can't be up to code. It's a nice location, but... more

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1702 Coast Blvd., San Diego, CA 92014