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Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

San Diego - CA · United States

6474 El Cajon BoulevardView location

9.0/10Excellent1,447 Reviews
Cleanliness9.2/109.2
Service9.4/109.4
Comfort9.0/109.0
Condition8.8/108.8
Amenities8.6/108.6
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About Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

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. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily.

Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 60 air-conditioned rooms featuring DVD players. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment.

Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards, as well as phones with free local calls. Distances are displayed to the nearest 0. 1 mile and kilometer. Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater - 2 km / 1.

2 mi- San Diego State University - 2 km / 1. 3 mi- Viejas Arena - 2. 2 km / 1. 4 mi- Sharp Grossmont Hospital - 6.

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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. 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. Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until 1:00 AM
Check-out until 11:00 AM

Hotel policies

No elevators Events/parties not allowed Professional property host/manager 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

Important information

  • Property Alerts

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

    • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

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

  • You need to know
    • 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).
  • Special Instructions
    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.
  • Instructions
    • 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
  • Optional fees
    • Pet fee: USD 22.55 per pet, per day
    • Service animals are exempt from fees
    • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 11.28 per night
    • Rollaway bed fee: USD 16.91 per night

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    English

    Spanish

Nearby attractions

San Diego State University 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Viejas Arena 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Sharp Grossmont Hospital 6.4 km / 4 mi
Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala 6.4 km / 4 mi
Convoy District 7.8 km / 4.9 mi
Snapdragon Stadium 8.8 km / 5.4 mi
Balboa Park 8.9 km / 5.5 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
Parkway Plaza 11.3 km / 7 mi
San Diego Museum of Art 11.6 km / 7.2 mi
The Magnolia 11.6 km / 7.2 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 60
  • Number of floors (main building): 2
  • Suites: 12
  • hotel
  • Sofa bed
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car park
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Laundry service
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  • Multilingual staffExtra charge
  • Smoke detector
  • Hotel safeExtra charge
  • Garden
  • Newspapers
  • Grill/BBQ
  • Breakfast room
  • Printer
  • Photocopier
  • Business centre
  • Fax
  • Outdoor freshwater pool
  • Outdoor heated pool: 1
  • Sun loungers
  • Parasols
  • Game room
  • Breakfast
  • Continental breakfast
  • Non-smoking establishment
Meal plans

Meal plan types

Meal options depend on the room and rate you choose. Search your dates to see which meal plans are included.

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Bed & Breakfast

BED AND BREAKFAST

Breakfast is included with your stay.

Upon availability

Room types

These are the hotel's room types, rather than live offers. Choose your travel dates to see available rooms, prices and booking conditions. Check availability

  • SUITE ONE BEDSUITE • ONE BED • 1 Bedroom • 26 m²SUI.1B
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    Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

    SUITE ONE BED

    Room photos

    4 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    26 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    ONE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.1B

    Room amenities

    • Ironing set
    • Wheelchair-accessible
    • Wi-fi
    • Wake-up service
    • DVD player
    • Alarm clock
    • Desk
    • Cable TV
    • Hairdryer
    • Radio
    • Internet access
    • Microwave

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Tea and coffee making facilities

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE WITH KITCHENETTEDOUBLE • WITH KITCHENETTEDBL.KT

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    Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

    DOUBLE WITH KITCHENETTE

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    WITH KITCHENETTE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.KT

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • JUNIOR SUITE DELUXE ONE BEDJUNIOR SUITE • DELUXE ONE BED • 1 Bedroom • 26 m²JSU.1B-DX
    JUNIOR SUITE DELUXE ONE BEDPhoto unavailable4 photos

    Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

    JUNIOR SUITE DELUXE ONE BED

    Room photos

    4 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    26 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width, Rollaways on demand
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    JUNIOR SUITE
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE ONE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: JSU.1B-DX

    Room amenities

    • Microwave
    • Cable TV
    • Desk
    • Alarm clock
    • DVD player
    • Wake-up service
    • Wi-fi
    • Wheelchair-accessible
    • Ironing set
    • Internet access
    • Radio
    • Hairdryer

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Tea and coffee making facilities

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • FAMILY ROOM TWO BEDROOMS ONE BATHROOMFAMILY ROOM • TWO BEDROOMS ONE BATHROOM • 1 Bedroom • 26 m²FAM.1W-B2
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    Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

    FAMILY ROOM TWO BEDROOMS ONE BATHROOM

    Room photos

    6 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    26 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 4
    Bed setup
    2 × Queen-size bed 150-154 width, Sofa bed
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    FAMILY ROOM
    View / characteristic
    TWO BEDROOMS ONE BATHROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: FAM.1W-B2

    Room amenities

    • Wake-up service
    • Wi-fi
    • Wheelchair-accessible
    • Living room: 1
    • Ironing set
    • Microwave
    • Internet access
    • Radio
    • Hairdryer
    • Cable TV
    • Desk
    • Alarm clock
    • DVD player

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Tea and coffee making facilities

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE DELUXE ONE BEDDOUBLE • DELUXE ONE BED • 1 Bedroom • 26 m²DBL.1B-DX
    DOUBLE DELUXE ONE BEDPhoto unavailable4 photos

    Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

    DOUBLE DELUXE ONE BED

    Room photos

    4 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    26 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE ONE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.1B-DX

    Room amenities

    • Wi-fi
    • DVD player
    • Alarm clock
    • Desk
    • Cable TV
    • Hairdryer
    • Radio
    • Internet access
    • Microwave
    • Ironing set
    • Wheelchair-accessible
    • Wake-up service

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Tea and coffee making facilities

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE KING SIZE BEDDOUBLE • KING SIZE BEDDBL.KG

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    Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

    DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    KING SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.KG

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • QUADRUPLE STANDARDQUADRUPLE • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 26 m²QUA.ST-2
    QUADRUPLE STANDARDPhoto unavailable4 photos

    Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

    QUADRUPLE STANDARD

    Room photos

    4 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    26 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Bed setup
    2 × Queen-size bed 150-154 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    QUADRUPLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: QUA.ST-2

    Room amenities

    • Radio
    • Internet access
    • Microwave
    • Ironing set
    • Wheelchair-accessible
    • Wi-fi
    • Wake-up service
    • DVD player
    • Alarm clock
    • Desk
    • Cable TV
    • Hairdryer

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Tea and coffee making facilities

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BEDDOUBLE • QUEEN SIZE BEDDBL.QN

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    Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

    DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BED

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    QUEEN SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.QN

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • SINGLE STANDARDSINGLE • STANDARDSGL.ST

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    Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

    SINGLE STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Room type
    SINGLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SGL.ST

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • SUITE KING SIZE BEDSUITE • KING SIZE BEDSUI.KG

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    Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

    SUITE KING SIZE BED

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    KING SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.KG

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • SUITE STANDARDSUITE • STANDARDSUI.ST

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    Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

    SUITE STANDARD

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.ST

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE Accessible-Queen Size BedDOUBLE • Accessible-Queen Size BedDBL.H6-QN

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    Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

    DOUBLE Accessible-Queen Size Bed

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    Accessible-Queen Size Bed

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.H6-QN

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • QUADRUPLE STANDARDQUADRUPLE • STANDARDQUA.ST

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

    QUADRUPLE STANDARD

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    QUADRUPLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: QUA.ST

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE Accessible KING SIZE BEDDOUBLE • Accessible KING SIZE BEDDBL.H6-KG

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    Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

    DOUBLE Accessible KING SIZE BED

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    Accessible KING SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.H6-KG

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • SUITE KING SIZE BEDSUITE • KING SIZE BEDSUI.KG-1

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    Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

    SUITE KING SIZE BED

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    KING SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.KG-1

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • SUITE TWO QUEEN BEDSSUITE • TWO QUEEN BEDSSUI.2Q-1

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    Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

    SUITE TWO QUEEN BEDS

    Room photos

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    TWO QUEEN BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.2Q-1

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • SUITE QUEEN BED NON SMOKINGSUITE • QUEEN BED NON SMOKINGSUI.NM-QN

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    Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

    SUITE QUEEN BED NON SMOKING

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    QUEEN BED NON SMOKING

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.NM-QN

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE KING BED NON SMOKINGDOUBLE • KING BED NON SMOKINGDBL.KG-NM

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    Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

    DOUBLE KING BED NON SMOKING

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    KING BED NON SMOKING

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.KG-NM

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • STUDIO DELUXE ONE BEDSTUDIO • DELUXE ONE BED • 1 Bedroom • 26 m²STU.1B-DX
    STUDIO DELUXE ONE BEDPhoto unavailable5 photos

    Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

    STUDIO DELUXE ONE BED

    Room photos

    5 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    26 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 2–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    Queen-size bed 150-154 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    STUDIO
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE ONE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: STU.1B-DX

    Room amenities

    • Hairdryer
    • Radio
    • Internet access
    • Microwave
    • Ironing set
    • Wheelchair-accessible
    • Wi-fi
    • Wake-up service
    • DVD player
    • Alarm clock
    • Desk
    • Cable TV

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Tea and coffee making facilities

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • SUITE QUEEN SIZE BEDSUITE • QUEEN SIZE BEDSUI.QN

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    Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

    SUITE QUEEN SIZE BED

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    QUEEN SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.QN

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE QUEEN BED NON SMOKINGDOUBLE • QUEEN BED NON SMOKINGDBL.NM-QN

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

    DOUBLE QUEEN BED NON SMOKING

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    QUEEN BED NON SMOKING

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.NM-QN

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDSDOUBLE • TWO QUEEN BEDSDBL.2Q

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    Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

    DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDS

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    TWO QUEEN BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.2Q

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • QUADRUPLE TWO QUEEN BEDSQUADRUPLE • TWO QUEEN BEDSQUA.2Q

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    Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

    QUADRUPLE TWO QUEEN BEDS

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    QUADRUPLE
    View / characteristic
    TWO QUEEN BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: QUA.2Q

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

9.0
Excellent
1,447 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.2 /10
Service
9.4 /10
Comfort
9.0 /10
Condition
8.8 /10
Amenities
8.6 /10
100 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
02 Aug 2026
Josefina
The room was spacious and modern. Staff was helpful and courteous. Coffee was available in the lobby. Breakfast was decent. We were at the tail end of the breakfast so didn’t get a true feel for what is available.
6/10
Pleasant
31 Jul 2026
Karen
Breakfast was good, pool was cold. It’s kind of old but clean.
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jul 2026
Maria
This was our second stay and its was great yet again. Our concierge was excellent. She was able to get us side by side rooms which we appreciated so much. Our family included a disabled adult and a disabled child and we had no problems accessing our rooms.
4/10
Poor
17 Jul 2026
Lev
The only good thing about this property is its proximity to SDSU
Family
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jul 2026
Yoshimi
Clean room, good breakfast, nice pool, flexible check in.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jul 2026
Richard
Beautiful clean property. Wonderful accommodating staff, clean pool plenty of seating and fresh towels. Centrally located for grocery stores and dining. 20 minute ride into Nascar at Coronado Island.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jul 2026
Scott
Comfortable beds, great shower water pressure, good size rooms, friendly staff, clean, nice breakfast selections.
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jul 2026
ANUP
Good
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jul 2026
Jennifer
Clean & safe. Staff were nice. Breakfast could be skipped.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jul 2026
noreen
Always comforatable and they now have smart tvs!
Self
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jul 2026
Elke
We felt very comfortable at the Lamplighter Inn & Suites. The breakfast selection is excellent. There is a large breakfast room available, as well as an outdoor area. A real plus was that we didn't have to eat our breakfast off paper plates with plastic cutlery; ceramic dishes and real cutlery were provided! We stayed at many different hotels during our six-week road trip, yet the Lamplighter Inn & Suites was the only one with proper crockery and cutlery! The entire property is very clean, and the staff are all very friendly and helpful. At the Lamplighter Inn and Suites you can really say that they want guests to feel at home! We would definitely come back here again.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jul 2026
Bernadette
Great stay
Partner
8/10
Excellent
03 Jul 2026
Raoul
Very nice basic accomodation with sufficient parking and nice basic breakfast included.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
01 Jul 2026
Leslie
Super clean and really comfortable sheets and bed. Great price, very comfortable lodging overall.
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jul 2026
Esperanza
We had a pleasant time at the Lamplighter Inn. Our room was very clean and it was ready when we got there. They offer a good variety for breakfast as well.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jun 2026
William
Friendly staff, clean room, close to many restaurants. Pool was a little loud at 10pm, but it’s summer, so who cares …..
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jun 2026
Cheryl
Property was clean and well maintained. Staff at check in was friendly and made great recommendations for dinner.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jun 2026
Jennifer
The room was older, but very clean and conveniently located near a bunch of restaurants. Try the Daily Grind cafe! So good! Overall, this hotel is great for families. It has a full size fridge and stove for families looking to save a little money.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jun 2026
Arun
Good
Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
27 Jun 2026
Laura
Very impressed with this little hotel. It was super clean and well maintained. Breakfast was simple but had enough variety to serve as a good meal without having to go out for food early in the morning. Beds were comfortable and we didn't have too much noise, so overall had a good stay.
We hadn't noticed until we were about to leave there is and Ice machine, a vending machine and washer/dryer in a separate room, which was a nice surprise.
Our only complaint was that we arrived late one night to find the only available parking spaces were to small due to other guests poor parking, but the night person was helpful in letting us use a different space where we wouldn't be towed.
Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
26 Jun 2026
Christine
Breakfast was good
Family
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jun 2026
Gerald
Clean safe room at a great price!
Self
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jun 2026
Carl
It is really clean and you can tell they take pride.. has an old Latin feel to it.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
26 Jun 2026
Katie
Super clean room, nice pool area and breakfast space. Comfy beds and pillows. Had to really push open the door as it was pretty stuck. Couldn't get the TV to work but not a big deal. For touring SDSU, this was a great place to stay.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jun 2026
Julia
The Lamplighter exceeded our expectations! The only issue was parking, the lot is small and we were in a minivan. The lot was also full by the time we arrived, which made sense as it was around midnight. Ended up parking on the street but it wasn’t bad — we could actually see our car from the hotel room window. Beds were very comfortable and continental breakfast was tasty. We would definitely stay here again. 10/10 recommend!
Family_with_children
6/10
Pleasant
24 Jun 2026
David
Don’t understand the high rating for this place. It is an old building, breakfast is not that great. Only value is the cost.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
23 Jun 2026
Jamie
Pool was nice! AC did not work well
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
22 Jun 2026
ILIMELA
Property clean, bed comfortable. People in room above us were very loud, kept us up late. Front office representative hard to understand, spoke fast and seemed like she needed a break from work as she was quick to just take our payment and dismiss us.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
20 Jun 2026
Benjamin
TV didn’t work. Kind of outdated, but beds were comfortable.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jun 2026
Charles
Very helpful staff!
Self
8/10
Excellent
15 Jun 2026
Jennifer
This hotel was easy to find. The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable of the area when I asked for a specific type of food location. They immediately suggested a few places down the road breakfast was a bit carbohydrate heavy, but a wonderful variety, and my family and I found what we needed to fuel for the day. The room was clean and the air-conditioning worked great. The only downside was the interior of the hotel seemed out of date.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jun 2026
Christina
Everything was great!
Breakfast was perfect.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jun 2026
Joseph
I booked this room so I can go to a graduation ceremony for my niece and I am glad I did. The property was clean and well maintained. The staff was helpful and even let me check in early. I didn't use the pool but it was clean and well maintained. There was complimentary breakfast available in the morning and coffee/water in the lobby all day long.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jun 2026
Sandra
Exceeded our expectations. It was clean, quiet and staff were awesome. Would definitely return.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jun 2026
Jasmine
Lamplighter exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend when staying in the SDSU area!
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jun 2026
adrian
great option to visit sd
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jun 2026
Jenine
Easy and clean place to stay near SDSU. Lots of restaurants around. Easy breakfast included on site.
8/10
Excellent
13 Jun 2026
Diana
Good breakfast, clean room, the rest was typical on the basic side
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jun 2026
noi
🙏
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jun 2026
Dennis
The Inn was very comfortable. Rooms were clean and breakfast was enjoyable.
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
06 Jun 2026
Dan
Breakfast room is small and choice is limited.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jun 2026
Tarri
Easy access, nice rooms, yummy breakfast.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jun 2026
Elizabeth
Excellent property in a great location near SDSU. Walkable, clean rooms, classic style. Good breakfast and friendly staff.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jun 2026
Allen
Very nice place to stay in the SDSU district. Clean property with a very nice staff.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jun 2026
Kevin
I really enjoy staying at this property. The rooms and common areas are always clean, and the overall atmosphere is quiet and relaxing. The staff is super friendly and helpful, and the breakfast is good and a nice way to start the day. My only suggestion is that they refill the vending machines more often, as there was no bottled water available on the premises during my stay. Aside from that, this is a great place to stay and I look forward to coming back.
Self
8/10
Excellent
31 May 2026
Caroline
Great place to stay and in the SD State neighborhood which is perfect when moving in or out kids. I was on the 2nd floor with view to the pool. Clean room and pretty quiet which I appreciate it. Staff was friendly and check in and check out was fast.
Self
2/10
Poor
28 May 2026
Henry
Overcharged us for our stay .. I noticed I got charged $50 extra without any explanation through Expedia. I caught it looking through my credit card transactions. We left room clean after one night for daughter’s graduation nearby. Breakfast is basic. Disappointing..
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 May 2026
Elizabeth
Excellent location and beautiful property. Friendly staff and great amenities. Breakfast is easy and good. Nice pool and very clean rooms. A quiet nice stay. Thank you.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
26 May 2026
Elise
Everything excellent.
2/10
Poor
25 May 2026
Beatriz
The reception staff was unwelcoming, they did not greet us and immediately asked for my credit card and ID. When I mentioned that there was no greeting. The staff member became defensive. After we checked in another guest entered and the greeting was exceptional compared to ours. Unfortunately, that set the precedent for our stay. The room had a musky oder and there were fly’s. The bed was extremely padded and lumpy, not great for our backs. Overall the exterior and pool were lovely. The rest not so much. You get what you pay.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
22 May 2026
Maribel
Great front desk service
Partner
8/10
Excellent
20 May 2026
Nancy
Clean room and easy access. Nice to have a place close to SDSU
Self
10/10
Exceptional
19 May 2026
Arthur
Clean, great location near SDSU, close to good restaurants, will stay here again
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 May 2026
Jeanne
Love staying here!
4/10
Poor
18 May 2026
Irma
I didn't like that the office clerk question me about my support dog even though I showed her the dogs support ID, asked me how my dog learned to be support dog. She charged me $100 more in case something went wrong with the room staying there. We travel alot, no one ever charges us. I'm a 78 year old diabetic and need my 9 lb dog with me. Also the radios plugs for our phones did not work. The cleaning ladies were not friendly either.
Pet
8/10
Excellent
15 May 2026
Jodie
Clean room. Helpful staff. Nothing fancy but good overall.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
13 May 2026
Subathra
The menu was standard (make your own waffles, OJ, cereals Bagels and coffe and tea and apples
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
13 May 2026
Steven
Great location to SDSU. Clean setting and very good accommodations. Enough parking and good breakfast options.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
12 May 2026
Nathanael or Ralph
I always stay there. Truthfully it’s close to my visit and never see unwanted people hanging around.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 May 2026
Alexa
Very nice, clean, and comfortable hotel. The bed was super comfy and the flowers smelled wonderful! Would liked to have had more protein and gluten free food options.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 May 2026
fariborz
very good location and free parking good basic brackets
thank you
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
11 May 2026
Tamara
Clean and comfy room but traffic noise due to being in the front of the hotel.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
11 May 2026
Erica
Super clean rooms. Spotless
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 May 2026
Blaine
Staff was fast and friendly. Room and clean and ready when promised. Great place if you have business at sdsu
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
09 May 2026
Michael
Great location good continental breakfast.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
04 May 2026
Liliana
Friendly staff, very clean rooms and comfortable beds. Heated pool and continental breakfast were a plus. Rooms have a fridge as well. We stayed for a concert, and would definitely stay here again
8/10
Excellent
04 May 2026
Claudia
Good
6/10
Pleasant
04 May 2026
Angela
My room SMELLED horrible!! I was disappointed because I have stayed there once before and did not have a smelly room. I was given room 134/handicapped room. It heavy like mold. not a pleasurable experience.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
02 May 2026
Mary
Easy cozy and convenient !
Self
10/10
Exceptional
29 Apr 2026
Erica
Excellent stay and great value
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Apr 2026
miguel
Perfecto para mi y mi esposa , una noche en san diego , muchas gracias
Partner
8/10
Excellent
26 Apr 2026
Jane
Very nice breakfast!!! Clean room, not in the middle of a lobby, but in a nice space of its own. Nice that dairy products were kept in the mini fridge.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Apr 2026
Pamela P
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Self
10/10
Exceptional
20 Apr 2026
Shiri
Clean room, comfortable bed, spacious room. Breakfast was simple… the usual continental foods such as waffles, breads, cereals. The coffee was hot and available all day.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
19 Apr 2026
mark
The place was clean staff was nice and conveniently located. My work was at SDSU
Self
8/10
Excellent
18 Apr 2026
Jeff
Na
Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
18 Apr 2026
Darlene
Breakfst was ok. Parking was safe and easy.
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
17 Apr 2026
Jennifer
The hotel was clean, but outdated. It worked for us because it was very close to SDSU and we were there to attend a campus tour; however, it is not in the best neighborhood. It is possible to walk to Starbucks, CVS, and Ralph’s, but don’t be surprised if you encounter homeless people or shady characters.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
16 Apr 2026
Erica
Always clean and bed are super comfy and staff are friendly
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
15 Apr 2026
Andrea
We chose this hotel due to proximity of SDSU. Hotel rooms are a bit outdated.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Apr 2026
Jeanine
We live a couple hours out of San Diego but have friends in the area. This is our go-to hotel for every visit. The location is great, and it’s a consistently good experience.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Apr 2026
Peyton
It was clean, quiet and nice
10/10
Exceptional
13 Apr 2026
Deborah
Clean room, beautiful landscaping, adequate breakfast, easy parking.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
12 Apr 2026
Sarah
Staff was welcoming and friendly. Easy to park. Room was clean.
Family
2/10
Poor
12 Apr 2026
Antonio
Still waiting the settle
Had to move out in the middle of the night due to conditions of the room
Staff was not helpful combative
Room smell so bad of mold
We had to leave
filing a claim with insurance company to recover cost of rent another hotel
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
12 Apr 2026
Kathryn
The best spot to stay close to SDSU. The flowers are beautiful, rooms are clean and the second story rooms have high ceilings. Staff is very nice.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
12 Apr 2026
Darlene
Very clean hotel. Pleasant surroundings.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
12 Apr 2026
Yoshimi
Breakfast was good.
2/10
Poor
12 Apr 2026
Ken
Moldy, old and out dated rooms
8/10
Excellent
09 Apr 2026
madelyn
Stayed here with my husband and 1 year old and it was perfect for us! They actually have Netflix in the room and when we had trouble getting it started the front desk was helpful. The breakfast was good if you need to grab and go ! Would stay again
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
09 Apr 2026
Leal
Nice place
10/10
Exceptional
08 Apr 2026
Maxine
Great stay
10/10
Exceptional
07 Apr 2026
William
Very convenient to SDSU
Self
10/10
Exceptional
05 Apr 2026
Don
Great place. Close to campus and lots of food choices. Good rates.
10/10
Exceptional
03 Apr 2026
Stacey
The staff was amazing, and we appreciated the convenience to SDSU.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
02 Apr 2026
Hilda Cecilia
It was fine
8/10
Excellent
30 Mar 2026
Christopher
Room was clean. Pool was nice. A little run down.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
30 Mar 2026
Cathy Ann
Nice and friendly staff. Very clean. Nice pool area
8/10
Excellent
30 Mar 2026
Benjamin
They were great! We just had late arrival and needed to get A/C going, but other than that they were pleasant and nice and good assortment options at breakfast.
Family
8/10
Excellent
30 Mar 2026
Celia A.
Not really as close to Viejas arena as stated. Toilet wasn't working so maintenance had to come. Tv wasn't working so again needed help. Ad said there was a laundry for guest use, but the machines were out of order so could not use. Mostly felt safe but one night had a perso by entrance yelling and frightening. Told staff who said to ignore and just walk by. They seemed to think it was normal. Maybe for San Diego but not us.
Partner

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Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU
6474 El Cajon Boulevard, San Diego, United States

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