THE RAMBLER HOTEL - Chula Vista CA 225 Bay Blvd 91910

225 Bay Blvd., Chula Vista, CA 91910 United States

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near Exit 8b on I-5 (~0.1mi)

Near Chula Vista Center

9.0

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Call to book 1-800-219-2797

Group Sales: 1-800-906-2871

The Rambler Motel in Chula Vista, CA offers amenities such as a bar/lounge, pool, spa, and free WiFi/Internet.

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Free WiFi

Free breakfast to go

Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Pool hoist on site

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Reviews

"Accommodating"

Clean, comfortable, friendly service.

Elisabeth W. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Thu Jul 30 to Fri Jul 31 2026 at a $145.99 average nightly rate.

"Great funky hotel"

The decor is retro, eclectic and very cool. The rooms are basic in function, clean and safe.

Barbara B. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Fri Jun 05 to Wed Jun 10 2026 at a $142.33 average nightly rate.

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Property Description

Located in Chula Vista, The Rambler Hotel is within a 10-minute drive of Chula Vista Municipal Golf Course - Mountain and Petco Park. This motel is 7 mi (11.3 km) from San Diego Convention Center and 7.5 mi (12 km) from Balboa Park.

Enjoy a meal at Rambler Coffee or snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. The motel also offers room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary on-the-go breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Make yourself at home in one of the 117 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your room comes with a memory foam bed. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Chula Vista Visitor Info Center - 0.2 mi
Chula Vista Nature Center - 0.5 mi
National City - 2.0 mi
Imperial Beach - 2.6 mi
Palm City - 3.3 mi
Southcrest - 3.6 mi
Paradise Hills - 3.7 mi
Otay - 3.7 mi
Bonita - 3.8 mi
Alta Vista - 4.2 mi
Imperial Beach - 4.2 mi
Mountain View - 4.4 mi
Nestor - 4.4 mi
Memorial - 4.5 mi
Valencia Park - 4.7 mi
Lincoln Park - 4.7 mi
Barrio Logan - 4.8 mi
Logan Heights - 4.9 mi
Otay Mesa - 5.0 mi
South Encanto - 5.1 mi
Chula Vista - 5.1 mi
San Diego Coronado Bridge - 5.1 mi
Mount Hope - 5.1 mi
Chollas View - 5.1 mi
South Bay Terraces - 5.1 mi
Stockton - 5.2 mi
Chicano Park - 5.3 mi
North Bay Terraces - 5.3 mi
Grant Hill - 5.3 mi
Emerald Hills - 5.4 mi
Sharp Coronado Hospital - 5.5 mi
Sherman Heights - 5.6 mi
PETCO Park - San Diego Padres - 5.7 mi
Coronado Island - 5.7 mi
Skyline - 5.8 mi
Coronado Beach - 5.9 mi
Coronado - 6.0 mi
Chollas Creek - 6.0 mi
East Village - 6.0 mi
South Park - 6.1 mi

Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Free self parking is available onsite.

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and an arcade/game room.

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!

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.

Details / Other Expenses

Check-In 4:00 PM - anytime

Check-Out 11:00 AM

Year of Last Renovation: 2019

Floors: 2

Rooms: 117

Corridors: All Rooms Have Exterior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 117

Handicap Rooms: 5

Suites: 0

Room Windows: Windows Don't Open

Cleaning Frequency: Daily

Meeting Rooms: 1

Dist. to Food/Bars: 0.3 Mi

Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 0.5 Mi

Dist. to Nearest Gym: 1.0 Mi

Ownership: Private

Nightly Parking: FREE

Total Taxes: 15.70%

Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD

Cancellation: Varies by Group Needs & Date

Check-In Instructions:

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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; cash is not accepted
Prepaid credit cards are not accepted for any bookings
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Please note: Guests under 18 cannot check-in without authorization or supervision of an adult.
This hotel will place a credit card authorization equal to the first night of stay for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.

Amenities / Features

24-hour business center
24-hour front desk
Arcade/game room
Assistive listening devices available
Braille or raised signage
Business center
Casino nearby
Check In: 4:00 PM - anytime
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Coin laundry on site
Daily
Firepit
Free WiFi
Free bicycles on site
Free breakfast
Free breakfast to go
Free self parking
Golfing nearby
Health or beauty spa nearby
Heated pool
Multilingual staff
No accessible shuttle
No cribs (infant beds) available
No elevators
No rollaway/extra beds available
Number of accessible parking spaces - 2
Number of bars/lounges - 1
Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
Number of outdoor pools - 1
Number of restaurants - 1
Pets not allowed
Picnic area
Pool hoist on site
Pool sun loungers
Professional property host/manager
Proposal/romance packages available
Sailing nearby
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Smoke-free property
Stair-free path to entrance
Swimming nearby
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Water skiing nearby
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair accessible parking
Wheelchair accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Green Sustainability

Recycling, bath amenities

Airport & Shuttle Info

S.D. Lindbergh field is 10 miles North of the Hotel and about a $20 taxi, uber, and 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.

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Local Shuttle Info:

Breakfast Information

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

Pet Friendly?

Pets are not allowed

Parking Info

Free Guest Parking

Internet / WiFi

Free WiFi

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: Breakage deposit: USD 100 per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
Contactless check-out is available.

Contactless check-out is available

Essential workers only - NO

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

Day 1

Breakfast Donut Bar - Start your day with mouthwatering donuts at Donut Bar, located 2 miles from The Rambler Motel.

Lunch Phil's BBQ - Indulge in finger-licking BBQ dishes at Phil's BBQ, located 3 miles from The Rambler Motel.

Dinner Tacos El Gordo - Enjoy delicious authentic Mexican tacos at Tacos El Gordo, located 1.5 miles from The Rambler Motel.

Activity Aquatica San Diego - Have a splashing good time at Aquatica San Diego, a water park located 5 miles from The Rambler Motel.

Day 2

Breakfast The Mission - Enjoy a hearty breakfast at The Mission, known for its delicious pancakes and located 3 miles from The Rambler Motel.

Lunch Carnitas' Snack Shack - Savor mouthwatering pork dishes at Carnitas' Snack Shack, located 4 miles from The Rambler Motel.

Dinner Buona Forchetta - Treat yourself to authentic Italian cuisine at Buona Forchetta, located 2.5 miles from The Rambler Motel.

Activity USS Midway Museum - Explore the historic USS Midway aircraft carrier turned museum, located 6 miles from The Rambler Motel.

Day 3

Breakfast Hash House A Go Go - Enjoy a unique breakfast experience at Hash House A Go Go, known for its oversized portions, located 2.5 miles from The Rambler Motel.

Lunch C Level - Dine with stunning waterfront views at C Level, offering a delicious seafood menu and located 4 miles from The Rambler Motel.

Dinner Brigantine Seafood & Oyster Bar - Delight in fresh seafood at Brigantine Seafood & Oyster Bar, located 3.5 miles from The Rambler Motel.

Activity Balboa Park - Explore the beautiful Balboa Park, home to numerous museums, gardens, and attractions, located 7 miles from The Rambler Motel.

Frequent Questions

FAQs about The Rambler Hotel

What time is check in?

Check in time is 4:00 PM - anytime 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 11:00 AM 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

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

Is there shuttle service at The Rambler Hotel?

Meeting Space

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at The Rambler Hotel

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

Feel free to use the The Rambler Hotel meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Chula Vista event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

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