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any good SD area beach hotels?

astrobaja - 7-3-2010 at 07:59 AM

Hi all,

I know its not Baja, but so far it just reinforces why we love Baja so much and how San Diego is such a rip-off! We have to stay one night in SD to drop off a freind at the airport so I thought it might be nice to stay at a relatively quiet beach hotel. But searching Expedia and various on line sources it seems a reasonable (like under $150 a night) just does not exist! Any ideas or is this just a pipe dream? Jeeez how I love Estero!

DENNIS - 7-3-2010 at 08:10 AM

It's not on the beach, but it's within reach and good for shopping. Mission Valley has lots of hotels/motels from reasonable to outrageous.
I stay at the Vagabond Inn and the summer price is around 55 bucks. Twenty more for my dog.
Ask for a Baja rate. Their motel in Chula Vista offers a good saving with that. Not sure about the MV place.

reservations: 1-800 571 2933

hotel: 619 297 1691

Pompano - 7-3-2010 at 08:29 AM

astrobaja...I feel your pain. Over the years I have searched in vain for any beach front hotel, condo, suite, motel, whatever...under that amount in the San Diego airport area. They do not exist...at least from my research.

I have stayed at various great places, but always very expensive. Maybe a place on Corondo Island..but damed if I can remember the name..small, quaint, Spanish decor, little courtyard..NOT the Coronado Hotel.

For a quick in and out with a convenient location to the airport..easy walking to all things along the waterfront, try the Vagabond Motel near Shelter Island..or Humphreys On The Bay at Shelter Island..both good choices.

From the Vagabond, you can stroll next door to Pt. Loma Seafoods, Fisherman's Landing, and check out the charter boat marina..plus feed the gulls and sea lions in the basin. Lotsa fun.

[Edited on 7-3-2010 by Pompano]

astrobaja - 7-3-2010 at 09:39 AM

Thanks for the info guys, I kinda felt I was on a hopeless quest! I may give the Vagabond a go. Viva Baja, and not just for the reasonable prices:tumble:

Pompano - 7-3-2010 at 10:06 AM

You betcha, astrobaja...Vagabond is always my choice for that area..but remember, it is NOT a luxury hotel..just an ordinary motel with good parking, access, etc. I do believe the place has been recently remodeled, however.

It was okayed by the admiral. ;)

BajaBlanca - 7-3-2010 at 11:24 AM

We sometimes stay at THE GOOD NITE INN. It is very reasonable. It is near all sorts of stores and super easy access to highways 5 and 8 (like 3 minutes) and in Pt Loma.

irenemm - 7-3-2010 at 12:29 PM

The Vagabond has in room coffee too.

DENNIS - 7-3-2010 at 12:32 PM

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Originally posted by irenemm
The Vagabond has in room coffee too.


Yeah...but you have to make it. I can't be bothered whem I'm on vacation. :lol:

Pompano - 7-3-2010 at 12:40 PM

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Originally posted by irenemm
The Vagabond has in room coffee too.


They also have coffee ready 24 hrs in the lobby....I know, I'm a coffee addict.

Hey..I'm sending this thread to the Vagabond for a discount next time there!

irenemm - 7-3-2010 at 12:40 PM

Yeah I know but it is better going out so early to get a cup. People look at you funny when your still in your PJ'S at the coffee shop.

KASHEYDOG - 7-3-2010 at 01:24 PM

Try this.
It's one of my favorites and it's on Shelter Island about 2 MILES FROM THE AIRPORT in Point Loma. Comes with an ALL YOU CAN EAT BRUNCH in the morning. If you stay here walk down to the BALI HAI at the end of Shelter Island and have one of their world famous MAI TAI'S.

http://www.bayclubhotel.com/


http://www.balihairestaurant.com/





[Edited on 7-3-10 by KASHEYDOG]

Hook - 7-3-2010 at 02:51 PM

See what they are asking for The Dana on Mission Bay. It was always the most reasonable alternative in Mission Bay. Not the nicest, mind you. Real close to Nimitz Blvd. which takes you right to Harbor Drive and the airport.

Get there early and walk that portion of Mission Bay down to Mission Beach.

Yep, bloodys at the Red Sails Inn and Mai Tais at the Bali Hai; Shelter Island landmarks.

I really do miss San Diego.............:(

[Edited on 7-3-2010 by Hook]

elgatoloco - 7-3-2010 at 03:13 PM

Just got back from a bike ride down the coastal areas. San Diego ocean front accomadations and beaches are packed. Supply and demand preclude bargain prices near the water. Lots of Arizona plated vehicles around and easy to spot as they make right turns from the left lane and stop for green lights. :biggrin:

Just live large and stay at Humphrey's, you can make it back when we come and stay at your B&B! :saint:

DENNIS - 7-3-2010 at 03:22 PM

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Originally posted by elgatoloco
Just live large and stay at Humphrey's, you can make it back when we come and stay at your B&B! :saint:


A voice of reason. :light:

Yelp Can Be Helpful

Gypsy Jan - 7-3-2010 at 03:28 PM

One of the major complaints I read about Mission Valley hotels is that they ding you $12 a night for parking (and often don't warn you).

There are 11 hotels/motels listed in the Loma Portal area, which is just north of the airport, here at the link. Good Luck!

http://www.yelp.com/search?find_loc=Loma+Portal%2C+San+Diego...

[Edited on 7-4-2010 by BajaNomad]

DENNIS - 7-3-2010 at 03:32 PM

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Originally posted by Gypsy Jan
here at the link. Good Luck!




Try this:

http://tinyurl.com/34hoy38

Dennis, I May Be Servicey

Gypsy Jan - 7-3-2010 at 03:44 PM

But I am also techno-inept. Tiny whattt???

[Edited on 7-3-2010 by Gypsy Jan]

It's everywhere

Dave - 7-3-2010 at 04:19 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by Gypsy Jan
One of the major complaints I read about Mission Valley hotels is that they ding you $12 a night for parking (and often don't warn you).


Just returned from Sacramento. Embassy Suites charged $15 per day parking plus another $10 per day for internet.

But I made it back on the 5-7 open bar. ;D

Pompano - 7-3-2010 at 05:01 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by elgatoloco
Just got back from a bike ride down the coastal areas. San Diego ocean front accomadations and beaches are packed. Supply and demand preclude bargain prices near the water. Lots of Arizona plated vehicles around and easy to spot as they make right turns from the left lane and stop for green lights. :biggrin:

Just live large and stay at Humphrey's, you can make it back when we come and stay at your B&B! :saint:


Good advice, crazy cat...

We did just that...and the night club is a fun scene, too. Detroit Underground was playing there on the 6th...great music and dancing.










DENNIS - 7-3-2010 at 05:09 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by Gypsy Jan
But I am also techno-inept. Tiny whattt???



When you come across a long URL or a broken link like you had above, you can put it through TinyURL and it will convert it to one more manageable.

http://tinyurl.com/

Maybe someone else can give you a better explaination.

KASHEYDOG - 7-3-2010 at 05:26 PM

Good advice, crazy cat...

We did just that...and the night club is a fun scene, too. Detroit Underground was playing there on the 6th...great music and dancing.


Hey, Pompano!!! You're right too. Humphrys is right next door to The Bay Club, which I recommended along with the Mai Tai's at Bali Hai. The Detriiot Underground band drummer(Andy) works with me at Lexus Carlsbad. Great band : ) From the pictures looks like you had a great time. I live about 3 miles from there call me next time you're in town. Check my profile for the number.

elgatoloco - 7-3-2010 at 06:18 PM

Humphrey's always has good music and good eats. We have a soft spot for the place because we got married there. We had the wedding in the garden and the reception on the lawn at the concert venue and the after party in the club. Good times!