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Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

6474 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA, US
4.0Very Good
Hotel amenities
Laundry
Free Breakfast
Non-Smoking
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About this property

Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU is an independent hotel located in San Diego's Mid-City neighborhood, within a 5-minute drive of San Diego State University and Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater. The property sits 5.4 miles from Snapdragon Stadium and 5.5 miles from Balboa Park, with San Diego Airport accessible in 15 to 20 minutes by car.

The hotel offers 60 air-conditioned rooms, including 18 suites. Each room is equipped with a pillowtop bed dressed in premium bedding, a DVD player, and cable programming. Complimentary wireless internet keeps guests connected, while private bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Guests rate room comfort at 4.4 out of 5.

A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily. The property features an outdoor pool with sun loungers and umbrellas, a garden area, and a picnic space with barbecue grills available for guest use. Additional amenities include a 24-hour front desk, tour and ticket assistance, free self-parking, a safe-deposit box, and free newspapers in the lobby. The hotel is smoke-free and wheelchair accessible, with accessible parking spaces, a wheelchair-accessible pool, and step-free entry paths. WiFi is complimentary throughout the property.

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM and extends until 1:00 AM, with standard check-out at 11:00 AM. Pets are welcome for $15 per pet, per night plus tax, with a maximum of two pets per room weighing up to 50 pounds each. Service animals are allowed and exempt from pet fees.

Location & nearby attractions

With a stay at Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU in San Diego (Mid-City), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of San Diego State University and Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater. This hotel is 5.4 mi (8.8 km) from Snapdragon Stadium and 5.5 mi (8.9 km) from Balboa Park.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
San Diego State University - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Viejas Arena - 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala - 6.4 km / 4 mi
Adams Avenue Park - 6.4 km / 4 mi
Convoy District - 7.8 km / 4.9 mi
Mission Trails Regional Park - 8.4 km / 5.2 mi
Snapdragon Stadium - 8.8 km / 5.4 mi
Balboa Park - 8.9 km / 5.5 mi
Mount Helix Park - 9.8 km / 6.1 mi
Mission Valley Mall - 10 km / 6.2 mi
Grossmont College - 10.7 km / 6.6 mi
San Diego Zoo - 11.1 km / 6.9 mi
San Diego Natural History Museum - 11.2 km / 7 mi
San Diego Museum of Art - 11.6 km / 7.2 mi

The nearest airports are:
San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 16.6 km / 10.3 mi
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 16.7 km / 10.3 mi
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 20.9 km / 13 mi
Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 39 km / 24.2 mi
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 59.3 km / 36.9 mi

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 60 air-conditioned rooms featuring DVD players. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Dining

Complimentary breakfast.

A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily.

Amenities & features

Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.

Getting here

San Diego Airport/Lindbergh Field is a 15 - 20 minute drive.
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
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Check-in & check-out

Check-in 3:00 PM - 1:00 AM
Check-out 11:00 AM
  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
An adult age 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.

Pet policy

  • Pets allowed
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 23
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 50
  • Maximum number of pets per room 2
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • $15 per pet
  • per night plus tax
  • Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Fees & policies

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Refundable incidentals deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 20.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees<

Know before you go

  • Children 12 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).