The Rambler Hotel

225 Bay Blvd., Chula Vista, CA 91910 United States (USA) near Exit 8b on I-5 (~0.1mi)
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3.0 Star Property
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4.0/5

Based on 427 guest reviews

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  • We have an outdoor pool
  • The Avg. Group Discount is 14.9%!
  • 117 rooms in hotel
  • 2 floors in hotel
  • Check-in time: 4:00pm
  • Check-out time: 11:00am
  • Has environment-friendly policy
  • Groups/Meetings rating of 10.0/10

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Rates shown are nightly rates before taxes and do not necessarily reflect all discounts available. The chart provides the cheapest public rates available by room type.

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Local attractions

Aquatic Seaworld Water Park, Sleep Train Amphitheater, Olympic Training Center, The world-famous San Diego Zoo, Petco Park: home of the MLB Padres, Balboa Park: a lush, picturesque state park with an accompanying museum, and the Seaport Village. Trolley Station 1 1/2 blocks away will take you to; Mexico, Petco Park, Convention Center, Old Town, Shopping Malls, and Qualcomm Stadium. Purchase the all day pass for only $5.00! Rambler is near to Gaylord Convention center.

Verified reviews of The Rambler Hotel

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked in recently:
"Clean & Comfy!"
Overall score5.0/ 5
Clean and comfortable. Great stay.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
30-Mar-2025 Verified review, stayed from Thu Mar 27 to Fri Mar 28 2025 at a $98.10 average nightly rate.
"Very Clean"
Overall score5.0/ 5
Very Clean
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
05-Mar-2025 Verified review, stayed from Tue Mar 04 to Wed Mar 05 2025 at a $113.45 average nightly rate.
4.0 out of 5. Based on 427 guest reviews

Property description

Stay Groovy at Rambler Hotel South Bay San Diego, Chula Vista, CA The Rambler Hotel has been radically redone to meet the needs of the modern traveler. Affordable and delightful, the hotel is surrounded by San Diego's best attractions. Guests at Rambler Hotel are within close driving distance to a number of great San Diego South Bay attractions including: the world-famous San Diego Zoo, Petco Park: home of the MLB Padres, Balboa Park: a lush, picturesque state park with an accompanying museum, and the Seaport Village. Trolley Station 1 1/2 blocks away will take you to; Mexico, Petco Park, SD Convention Center, Old Town, Shopping Malls, and Qualcomm Stadium. Purchase the all day pass for only $5.00! Rambler Hotel is within walking distance to the Gaylord Convention Center. Hotel Amenities Include: Free WiFi, Free Parking, Splashy Pool, Free Grab & Go Breakfast, Complimentary Beach Cruisers, Guest Laundry. On-Site Arcade and More. All guest rooms were recently upgraded with new foam mattress, flat screen TVs, cheeky design, carpet and much more!

Green sustainability

Recycling, bath amenities

What you need to know

Hotel Features – Experience the true ambiance of San Diego during your stay at the Good Nite Inn Chula Vista. The two-story hotel reflects the mystique of the Southwest through its charming landscaping and sparkling outdoor pool. It puts you within a short distance of many popular attractions while still being away from the hustle and bustle of downtown.

Guest Rooms – Each of the newly renovated guest rooms at the Good Nite Inn Chula Vista offers the utmost in comfort, including free premium movie channels, high-speed Internet access, plush bedding, and air conditioning. Choose between smoking and non-smoking rooms.

Nearby Attractions – Guests of the Good Nite Inn Chula Vista are within driving distance of popular area attractions like Petco Park, the San Diego Zoo, and Balboa Park. You’ll also be just minutes from Seaport Village, which sits along the water and features 54 galleries and shops, 13 sidewalk diners, and four restaurants. If you’re in the mood to venture a little further from the hotel, check out downtown San Diego, Old Town San Diego, Qualcomm Stadium, or SeaWorld San Diego, all of which are less than 20 minutes away.

Amenities – As a guest of the Good Nite Inn Chula Vista, you’re invited to take advantage of guest laundry services, daily housekeeping, a free continental breakfast, fax and copying services, and free parking. The hotel also has a sparkling outdoor pool that you can enjoy for most of the year. The friendly staff at the concierge desk can also give you information about the city, help you plan your excursions, and even assist with dinner reservations.

Expert Tip – During your stay at the Good Nite Inn Chula Vista, you’ll be within walking distance of the Chula Vista Nature Center. The center sits on 316 acres of land and is home to many of the unique plants and animals of Southern California.

Details / Other expenses

Check-in: 4:00pm
Check-out: 11:00am
Year of last renovation: 2019
Floors: 2
Rooms: 117
Corridors: All rooms have exterior hallways
Non-smoking rooms: 117
Rooms with disabled access: 5
Rooms with one bed: 25
Suites: 0
Room windows: Windows don't open
Cleaning frequency: Daily
Meeting rooms: 1 View spaces
Dist. to food/bars: 0.3 Miles
Dist. to a 24hr restaurant: 0.5 Miles
Dist. to the nearest gym: 1.0 Miles
Pool Info:
Outdoor Pool available (Seasonal) Closes at 10pm
Ownership: Private
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
Varies by Group Needs & Date
Nightly parking: FREE
Typical group deposit: 50% Advance Deposit for Most Groups
Total taxes: 15.70%
Total misc. fees: £0.00 GBP
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)
Rooms Wireless Internet Fee: 0.00 Per Day

Amenities / Features


  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Baggage storage facilities
  • Bus parking
  • Clothes drying
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Credit card accepted: Discover
  • Electronic key card
  • Facilities for the disabled
  • Fax available
  • Free local calls
  • Hairdryer available
  • Handicap accessible
  • Ice Maker
  • Internet - wireless
  • Free WiFi Internet
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24 hours opened
  • Office or business center
  • Private bathroom in room
  • Quiet location
  • Self controlled heating/cooling system
  • Shower
  • Swimming pool - outdoor
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Telephone
  • Telephone in all rooms
  • Television
  • TV - Free Cable

Airport & shuttle information

S.D. Lindbergh field is 10 miles North of the Hotel. and about a $20 taxi,uber,lyft fee. You can catch the trolley in Old Town and $2.50 Trolley ride to Chula Vista. The hotel is located 2 blocks from the Bay front E St. trolley stop.

Is there an airport shuttle? Sorry but no airport shuttle is available.

Breakfast information

A light grab and go breakfast is complimentary. We have a full service cafe. Typical meal is approximately $10.

Pet friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Sorry but pets are not allowed.

Parking information

Free Guest Parking

Internet/Wi-Fi

Free WiFi

Previously known as:
The Rambler Motel

Hotel Rate Trends at The Rambler Hotel

Rate fluctuations of The Rambler Hotel

The graph above is averages of room rates for both our group prices and the lowest online individual rates we could find at the time the group bid was submitted. The best group/meeting discount shown is 25.7% in September 2025 and the highest average individual rate is $201 in the month of July 2025. This chart will show past seasonality and also project future months. If you are flexible with dates, you may want to consider staying at The Rambler Hotel in a month when rates are lower.

Meeting rooms and event rooms at The Rambler Hotel

Below are the meeting, conference and event spaces at The Rambler Hotel.

Feel free to use the The Rambler Hotel meeting space capacities chart below to help with your event planning. HotelPlanner specialises in Chula Vista event planning for hotel rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, as well as negotiated rates and trade shows.

Meeting room name L x W x H
(Feet)		 Size
(sq ft)		 Event
5'/6
Event space layout		 Crescent
Crescent tables layout		 Classroom
Classroom meeting layout		 Hollow
Square
Hollow square table layout		 U-shape
U-shape meeting layout		 Boardroom
Boardroom meeting space		 Convention
8'/10'
Convention booth layout		 Theatre
Theatre layout		 Reception
Reception desk for meetings		 Regist.
desk
Registration desk for meetings
Private Patio 30 x 18 x 0 540 43/-- 30 22 12 -- -- --/-- -- -- 52
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Private Patio

This expansive patio can be reserved privately for your meeting or event.
Room type:
Restaurant / Lounge
Total size:
540 Sq. Miles
Dimensions:
30 x 18 x 0 Ft
Floor level:
Ground level
Is there natural light?
Yes
Are there obstructions?
No
Are there built in screens?
No
Is there a built in stage?
No
Is there built in A/V?
No
Amenities available
  • Coffee / Tea Setup
  • Food / Beverage
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • Microphone
  • Flip Chart
  • Sound System
Photo of Private Patio
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FAQs about The Rambler Hotel

What time is check in?

Check in time is 4:00pm based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00am based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does The Rambler Hotel have?

There are 117 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at The Rambler Hotel?

Yes, they have 1 meeting room that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at The Rambler Hotel?

A light grab and go breakfast is complimentary. We have a full service cafe. Typical meal is approximately $10.

What parking is available at The Rambler Hotel?

Free Guest Parking

How much does internet cost?

Free WiFi

Can I get a AAA rate at The Rambler Hotel?

Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.

Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at The Rambler Hotel?

Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.

Is there a pool at The Rambler Hotel?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Outdoor Pool available (Seasonal) Closes at 10pm.

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