Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

2.5 star property

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Reception
Free daily continental breakfast
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
King Suite
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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6474 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA, 92115
  • Place, Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego State University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Viejas Arena
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(109 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Family Suite w/ Kitchen

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Single Queen Room, Accessible w/ Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Single King Room, Accessible w/ Bathtub

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

King Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Single King Room, Accessible w/ Roll-In Shower

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Queen Suite w/ Kitchen

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(53 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Single King Room w/ Kitchen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(52 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

An outdoor pool, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, free newspapers, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are onsite.
Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU offers 60 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

This San Diego hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the free breakfast at Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus an outdoor pool.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include free lobby newspapers, a front-desk safe, and laundry facilities
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean accommodations and the helpful staff
  • Just a 3-minute drive from San Diego State University and a few minutes from Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater
  • Pets welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU. Free self parking is available.

This San Diego hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served free continental breakfast daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

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
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch TV with cable channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 22.55 per pet, per day
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 16.91 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 11.28 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 22.55 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 11.28 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 16.91 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 or cash deposit 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 921 out of 1418 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 329 out of 1418 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 118 out of 1418 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1418 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1418 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mohammad

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael, BORREGO SPRINGS

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
♤♡◇♧
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean rooms and property. Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Maricel

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

William, Las Vegas

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

John, Fort Collins

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Travelled with family
The room was very clean, updated, and staff was very friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

PAULINE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed at this property for a half dozen times over the past two years, and every time I am happy to be here. The place is well maintained, and very very clean. The staff is friendly and kind. The grounds are beautifully kept. I often travel alone and I feel safe here. Thank you for taking such loving care of your property!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Pete

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Selina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
feel the mattress coils, which made the bed uncomfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Madeline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
They were able to accommodate us an extra night due to a family emergency. The room was clean and the lady at the front desk remembered us when we check out.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Karina

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Martin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good accommodations for the price point.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Denise

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

DIANE

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a really nice motel. Grounds very clean, flowers are beautiful. Room much much bigger then I thought. Separate bedroom kitchenette living room area. We'll definitely stay here again.And actually, looking into staying for a month to get out of that Arizona heat. Close to attractions like the zoo.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Maria Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I was able to rest well; the bed was comfortable and there were quiet hours posted which guests adhered to. The ladies at the front desk were kind and helpful. The room was clean and the grounds were beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Petra

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Clean room. Loud boisterous neighbors. Very strange interaction with front desk on arrival. Young and unable to add an additional and charge for it even though rooms were available. Her incompetence did not impact me, but likely resulted in loss of money for hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Laurie, Hanford

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, plenty of parking, and a decent free breakfast (can't go wrong with waffles).
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026