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Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

Property class: 2.5
Hotel with outdoor pool, near San Diego State University

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When you stay at Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU, you'll be a short five-minute drive from San Diego State University and Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and free perks include WiFi, self-parking and continental breakfast daily. Also, Balboa Park and Snapdragon Stadium are within a short drive. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travellers.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Front desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Tour/ticket assistance

For families (6)

  • Cots/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is AU$205
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept

Room options

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Showing 12 of 12 rooms

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a chair, a lamp, and artwork on the walls.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(120 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Suite w/ Kitchen

A living room with a red sofa, a patterned armchair, a wooden coffee table, a television, and a painting on the wall.

Family Suite w/ Kitchen

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Single Queen Room, Accessible w/ Kitchen

A hotel room with a bed, a kitchenette, a dining area with chairs, a television, and a painting on the wall.

Single Queen Room, Accessible w/ Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Single King Room, Accessible w/ Bathtub

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk, a chair, and two framed artworks on the walls.

Single King Room, Accessible w/ Bathtub

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for King Suite

A hotel room with a red sofa, a bed with white linens, a wooden desk with a telephone, and two lamps.

King Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Single King Room, Accessible w/ Roll-In Shower

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk, a chair, and two framed artworks on the walls.

Single King Room, Accessible w/ Roll-In Shower

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Queen Suite w/ Kitchen

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a kitchenette in the background.

Queen Suite w/ Kitchen

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, a desk, a bathroom with a mirror, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(59 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Single King Room w/ Kitchen

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a kitchenette in the background.

Single King Room w/ Kitchen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(55 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for KING ROOM Relax in our cozy King Single room. This non-smoking room accommodates up to two guests.

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

KING ROOM Relax in our cozy King Single room. This non-smoking room accommodates up to two guests.

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

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6474 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA, 92115

What's nearby

  • San Diego State University - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • San Diego State University Art Gallery - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Viejas Arena - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • The Salvation Army Kroc Center - 5 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 19 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 20 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 28 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 45 min drive
  • Tijuana, Baja California Norte (TIJ-General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl.) - 48 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 20 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 20 min drive
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 25 min drive
  • Alvarado Station - 22 min walk
  • SDSU Transit Center Station - 22 min walk
  • 70th St. Trolley Station - 28 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Majorette - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Keg Lounge - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

  • When you stay at Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU, you'll be a short five-minute drive from San Diego State University and Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and free perks include WiFi, self-parking and continental breakfast daily. Also, Balboa Park and Snapdragon Stadium are within a short drive. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travellers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 60 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 1:00 AM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • Children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (2 total, up to 23 kg per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning
  • Barbecue grills

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • An outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Closed-captioned TV
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • 43-inch TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Cot/infant bed (surcharge)

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from August 25 2026 to September 30 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • One of the swimming pools

Children & extra beds

  • Cots/infant beds are available for USD 11.28 per night
  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 16.91 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 22.55 per pet, per day

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Carte Blanche

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. One of the swimming pools will be unavailable from August 25 2026 to September 30 2026 (dates subject to change).

Are pets allowed at Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU?

Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 23 kg per pet. There's a charge of USD 22.55 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 1:00 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Is there an on-site casino at Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Jamul Casino (19-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU and nearby?

Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU has an outdoor pool and a picnic area, as well as a garden.

What's the area around Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU like?

Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU is in Mid-City, a short 13-minute walk from San Diego State University. Travellers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

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