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The Rambler Hotel

The Rambler Hotel
The Rambler Hotel – Chula Vista, CA
The Rambler Hotel – Chula Vista, CA
Check in 4:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM

About The Rambler Hotel

Comfortable Accommodations Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms, baths, work desks, free toiletries, and TVs. Guests appreciate the room cleanliness and comfort. Dining and Leisure The family-friendly restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, outdoor fireplace, casino, games room, and indoor play area. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Convenient Location Located in Chula Vista, the hotel is a 9-minute walk from Living Coast Discovery Center and 9.3 mi from San Diego International Airport. Nearby attractions include San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum.

Amenities

  • 24-hour front desk
  • On-site dining
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Business center
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Family friendly
  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning
  • EV charging

Reviews

4.5 / 5
Excellent 2216 reviews
  • Engine customer Oct 2026

    Music was cool. Not much to say about this hotel Over priced

  • Engine customer Oct 2026

    Friendly staff, awesome comfortable rooms,sweet shower,& delicious latte @ the fun café. Will definitely stay again.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    It was great

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Way clean room accommodating staff and great option if you go to a conference nearby

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Overall it was satisfactory. There was a little bit of hair on the shower wall. No towels in the room. Called down for towels. They said they would bring them up but 30 minutes later I went to get them myself. They had three staff in the office so it appears they could have delivered. The breakfast was continental. Hard boiled eggs. Toaster with eggo waffles. Instant oatmeal packets. Cold cut ham and cheese. Coffee, milk and juice. Some arcade games were out of order and they were extra charge. The 70 theme was fun and I enjoyed the style. Short walk to the blue line. Neighborhood had trash in the street and some homeless but this did not bother me and I did not feel unsafe. I probably would just stay in Tijuana next time as they had large American chain hotels for slightly less money and much nicer. We stayed 4 days and they did not take out our trash one day. They did make beds and change towels daily. We didn't use the pool but it looked good. Oversized Jenga, corn hole and a bicycle were complimentary. I believe the location is up and coming as Chula vista is developing the Neighborhood andcl adjacent nature preserve. Casino a short walk but we did not attend.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Fun place to stay. Love the coffee shop!

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    The staff

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    I would give them 10 stars. Wonderful

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Family friendly and the retro modern style of it.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Great hotel with nice amenities and a good location for the price that it was offered.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Fun little gem! Clean, comfortable and convenient. Right off the highway, a 5-minute walk to the trolley station. Great shower and very comfortable beds!

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    The property exceeded my expectations. The beds and pillows were incredibly comfortable. The room and property were very clean. The staff was exceptional. Free parking and free breakfast, plus a very reasonable rate. The breakfast was a little lacking and items weren't replenished but everything else was amazing.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Great spot!

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Great hotel

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Room was clean, staff was nice! If they have the rambler lemonade available buy multiple bottles of it! It was the best motel I’ve ever stayed in!! Water pressure in the shower was good, pillows were immaculate! The only thing is there is no fridge or microwave in the room! Other than that! 10/10 would definitely stay again

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    It was priced fairly. Bed sheets had lashes and crumbs on them I don't think they were changed. Outlets were so loose my straightener and phone charger kept coming out it was so frustrating. No iron or iron board so bring your own. If you want late check out you have to call like at 5am. No conditioner in the shower dispenser and of course didn’t notice til mid shower. They offer free breakfast when I was down there there was NOTHING it was 9am everything was empty and nothing was getting refilled either.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    good customer service

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    The hotel was nice and in a great location. I love the fact that they came in daily to clean room. I have no complaints.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Refurbished motel. Cute retro lobby, continental breakfast, nice swimming pool and close to the wetlands. The bed was comfortable. Right next to the highway. Still felt and smelled like a motel.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    They charge more than hotels. They're overpriced for the amenities that they have

Frequently asked questions about The Rambler Hotel

Does The Rambler Hotel have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, The Rambler Hotel offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does The Rambler Hotel offer parking?
Yes, The Rambler Hotel offers free parking on-site.
Does The Rambler Hotel have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
The Rambler Hotel does not list dedicated meeting or conference facilities. For business event venues in Chula Vista, see business hotels in Chula Vista.
Does The Rambler Hotel have a fitness center?
The Rambler Hotel does not list an on-site fitness center. Some properties partner with nearby gyms — check directly with the hotel.
Where is The Rambler Hotel located, and how walkable is the area?
The Rambler Hotel is located at 225 Bay Blvd, Chula Vista, CA 91910. With a Walk Score of 64, the area is rated Somewhat Walkable. Some errands can be done on foot, but a car or rideshare is helpful for most trips.

What's nearby

Map of points of interest near The Rambler Hotel
  • Petco Park 5.8 mi
  • San Diego Convention Center 5.8 mi
  • San Diego Comic-Con International 5.9 mi
  • San Ysidro McDonald's massacre 6.3 mi
  • 1996 CONCACAF Gold Cup 6.4 mi
  • USS Midway 6.8 mi
  • Mexico–United States border wall 7.3 mi

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