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Rambler Motel

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#2 of 26 hotels in Chula Vista
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The Rambler Motel has been radically redone to meet the needs of the modern traveler. Affordable and delightful, the motel is surrounded by some of San Diego's best attractions, nightlife and shopping. Rooms are thoughtfully designed for value and comfort and boast groovy wall graphics. Onsite amenities include a retro arcade, Rambler Coffee Shop and a pool. Set your vacation on cruise control.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Coffee shop
Bicycle rental
Bicycles available
Kids stay free
Children's television networks
Wifi
Pool / beach towels
Outdoor pool
Heated pool
Fence around pool
Breakfast available
Outdoor dining area
Vending machine
Board games / puzzles
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Taxi service
Baggage storage
Convenience store
Outdoor fireplace
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Sun terrace
Sun umbrellas
24-hour check-in
24-hour front desk
Express check-in / check-out
Self-serve laundry
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Room features
Blackout curtains
Air conditioning
Desk
Housekeeping
Interconnected rooms available
VIP room facilities
Cable / satellite TV
Flatscreen TV
Wardrobe / wardrobe
Clothes rack
Private bathrooms
Wake-up service / alarm clock
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Non-smoking rooms
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2.0 of 5 stars
Languages Spoken
English, Spanish
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Sarah C wrote a review 13 Mar
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This is the 2nd time we’ve stayed at The Rambler (for 5 days). The staff is amazing— so friendly and helpful for anything you need. The rooms are always clean and the beds comfortable. Basic, but nice. I love having the coffee shop there with games! If I had to nitpick, I’d like to see a microwave and fridge in room. Oh, the shower head/water pressure/hot water is absolutely heavenly. You won’t regret a stay here!
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Date of stay: March 2024
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Hello Sarah, we are delighted to have you back and look forward to more future stays from you.
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Annette E wrote a review May 2022
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We had a great stay! Good place for kids. Awesome location right off the freeway. Close to all the San Diego attractions. Cute rooms and awesome coffee place next to lobby. The pool and fire pit area was super cute and clean too. Would def stay again!
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Date of stay: May 2022
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urbinacab123 wrote a review 11 Mar
San Diego, California1 contribution
Room are really clean that’s one of the most important thing that’s I keep staying in here I like the theme that this motel has Staff are really nice.. I like the coffee shop Everything look clean and organized They have machines to play with Awesome place
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Date of stay: February 2024
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Thank you urbinacab123, we appreciate you choosing to stay with us. We appreciate the great feedback and look forward to seeing you on your future stays.
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QTBoriqua wrote a review 6 Mar
California24 contributions2 helpful votes
Rooms are well designed and I loved the colorful decor. The furniture is modern and really adds to the room. The beds are some of he most comfortable I’ve slept in at a hotel. I’ve stayed in Hyatts that aren’t as nice. Would definitely stay again!
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Date of stay: March 2024
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Hello OTBoriqua, we appreciate you taking the time to share your review with us and most definitely look forward to your future stays.
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morenp7128 wrote a review Feb 2024
La Habra, California1 contribution
The Rambler is a little gem. The price is great and so is the staff. The rooms are always clean, I’ve stayed here about four times. Definitely try the Rambler Coffee shop - delicious avocado toast and the best lattes!
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Hello MorenP7128, we appreciate you sharing your review with us and are delighted to see you back time and time again. Stay groovy and catch you on your next stay
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jimwisner wrote a review Feb 2024
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No bed bugs. Impressive for Chula Vista! Everything was very used. The mattresses were very comfortable. The trains made the sleeping conditions very noisy. The people working there were nice but were either high on something or "special."
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Date of stay: February 2024
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Good afternoon JimWisner, we appreciate you stopping by to share your feedback.
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dabazelon wrote a review Feb 2024
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Room design is fun and hip. The lobby is amazing for adults and kids. Suspended chairs and arcade games, a vintage Kiss pinball game, and a big discount on good food and coffee for guests! Smores kits available that you can cook at the pool. The family loves the stay!
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Date of stay: February 2024
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Hello Dabazelon, we are glad to hear about your stay with us. Thank you for taking the time to share your review. We look forward to your future stays.
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Kris D wrote a review Jan 2024
Maple Valley, Washington109 contributions16 helpful votes
If you don't mind being out of downtown San Diego, this motel is a great value. I've stayed here with and without a car. The blue line is just a short walk away and we took it into town. You do go thru some rough parts of town on the trolley but we felt safe the whole time. Parking is free. The rooms are comfy and clean. During my last stay the coffee shop wasn't open during the hours posted. 7am Not sure why. It seemed like maybe they are having a hard time getting consistent help? The front desk said 8am open but still nobody there at 9. Not a deal breaker but it just added to the morning trying to get coffee before heading out.
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Date of stay: January 2024
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Responded 1 Feb 2024
Hello Kris, Thank you for sharing your review we are happy that most of your experience with us was positive, we sincerely apologize for the inconvenience that you had with our café" we are currently doing our best to build a reliable team to avoid this from happening again in the future, we hope you visit us again in the future and give us the opportunity to give you the full Rambler experience. Thank you. Stay Groovy!
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evredd wrote a review Jan 2024
Santa Clarita, California1 contribution
Super easy check in. Room was a little stuffy and the a/c unit could use a filter change but overall not too bad. Free coffee is definitely needed in the rooms or at least a free cup at the Cafe with your stay as a thank you for choosing the establishment.
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Date of stay: January 2024
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Responded 1 Feb 2024
We appreciate you sharing your experience with us we will take your input into consideration to help improve any future stays, we hope you decide to stay with us again in the future and let us make you experience better than the last. Thank you.
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aoj4328 wrote a review Jan 2024
Palestine, Texas1 contribution
Reviews were spot on. Nice property and clean. if we go again, we will not get a car as the rail service stop is across the road from the hotel. It travels downtown and to the airport. The shower head is the best. I'm looking for one to replace ours at home!
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Date of stay: January 2024
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Responded 1 Feb 2024
Thank you for sharing your experience with the public we are happy that you had a great experience staying with us, we hope you decide to visit us again in the near future. Thank you, Stay Groovy!
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PRICE RANGE
RM 505 - RM 759 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
good nite inn san diego south bay hotel chula vista, good nite chula vista, good nite inn chula vista
FORMERLY KNOWN AS
Good Nite Inn
LOCATION
United StatesCaliforniaChula Vista
NUMBER OF ROOMS
114
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rambler Motel
Which popular attractions are close to Rambler Motel?
Nearby attractions include Living Coast Discovery Center (1.0 km), Marina View Park (0.7 km), and Seven Mile Casino (0.2 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Rambler Motel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and free parking.
Which room amenities are available at Rambler Motel?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and blackout curtains.
What food & drink options are available at Rambler Motel?
Guests can enjoy breakfast and an outdoor dining area during their stay.
Is parking available at Rambler Motel?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Rambler Motel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Tacos El Gordo De Tijuana, Black Angus Steakhouse - Chula Vista, and La Quinta Grill.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Rambler Motel?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Rambler Motel?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Spanish.
Are there any historical sites close to Rambler Motel?
Many travellers enjoy visiting South Bay Salt Works (4.0 km), Gunpowder Point (1.0 km), and Community Congregational Church (2.1 km).
Is Rambler Motel accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access and facilities for disabled guests. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.