The Atwood Hotel

United States , San Diego - CA
SAN DIEGO, 1201 Hotel Circle South
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4/10

Poor

29 Jun 2026

Esperanza

Found a silverfish in our room which was pretty gross. I know they come from outside but it was not pleasant to endure. The place has an overall wet smell, and they cleaned heavily with bleach before we checked in and it sort of set the tone to not truly feeling clean.
You can tell this property has plumbing issues due to sunken wood floor spots, paint drips down the wall with patches. And the paint needs a serious refresh because I cannot understand why it is so dirty on the walls of the front door. Maybe people are rubbing their luggage against it…but geez wipe the dirt off the walls. The only saving feature was the pool was pleasant, good size.

Lastly, I messaged the front desk asking if we can do check out at 12 to confirm this would be ok—they didn’t reply via Expedia messenger. I can’t say that I would stay again, the property is not well maintained enough and I have young kids so no thanks.

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

29 Jun 2026

Teresa

This was a decent motel. The rooms were clean and the staff were really nice and helpful. Things to note: the AC is loud, no blackout shades, and the pillows were lumpy. Also our room had little to no cold water pressure in the sink. Given all that we would stay here again as a budget stay.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

28 Jun 2026

Kunal

The room itself was fine and the beds and bathroom were clean. However, despite booking a room with two queen beds for four people, we were only provided with two bath towels, one washcloth, and one hand towel. When I went to the desk to ask for more, they gave us worn-out bath towels and completely left out the extra washcloths and hand towels. Disappointing service for a group stay.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jun 2026

Matthew

Love the hot tub

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

28 Jun 2026

Siying

Very nice n convenient location! And we love the hot tub!

Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

28 Jun 2026

Tommy

Staff was very friendly, the were really helpful. Aside from staffing. Rooms were very mediocre, you could hear literally everything outside, no soundproof support from the main door. No main lights even though the room had a light switch for it, we had to use the lamps as our main source of light. Can see visible cracks and dirt on the wall. However, the main bed was comfy, hot water was fine, but could be better! 3/5

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jun 2026

Courtney

Cute, older property. If you want new, this isn’t it. It is safe, small, the pool and hot tub are large. The staff are lovely. The beds are firmer which I personally like and sleep so much better on. I would stay again.

8/10

Excellent

28 Jun 2026

Scott

The staff was very nice and the room was clean. We stayed there for a Padres game

Family

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jun 2026

Michael

Really enjoyed our stay here restaurant was excellent out of the three nights we stayed here only one night did we have bad service food was still great. Love the convenience store next-door had everything we ever needed.

Friends_and_family Friends

8/10

Excellent

27 Jun 2026

Lorraine

Location was great. The room was a bit dirty the sheets and pillows smelled

8/10

Excellent

27 Jun 2026

Dedra

It’s hard to find budget friendly properties in San Diego, and for what we paid, this was a nice and clean hotel. This property is often sold out so if you’re thinking about it, act fast!

Family

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jun 2026

James

Clean rooms and parking was great.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

24 Jun 2026

Wilson

OK hotel, needs updating, few amenities

Self

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jun 2026

Jacob

My family has been coming here for years never disappoints

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jun 2026

William

Property was claimed, staff was helpful and nice.They only do made service every other day.Excuse was, covid?I was pretty sure we were done with covid years ago.But that was their excuse over, all the property was pretty nice for I say one of the first questions.Ask on here was, did we enjoy the hot tub?No, because it was always so full of people.You couldn't possibly get in it.Maybe needs more hot tubs for that size property

4/10

Poor

23 Jun 2026

Matt

Water pressure in the shower was horrible for hot water. Only could get strong water pressure with cold water. The bed was very firm.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

23 Jun 2026

Barbara

There was a roach on the bed. When I took the pillow off to give it to my niece , it went with the pillow.. she freaked out!!

Friends_and_family Family

4/10

Poor

22 Jun 2026

Sofia

Okay to stay if you just want to sleep.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jun 2026

Veronica

Rooms were clean. The staff was excellent and the pool and jacuzzi were great.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

22 Jun 2026

Minjee

Good

6/10

Pleasant

22 Jun 2026

Valerie

Room smelled like smoke. Sheets were stained. Bed was comfortable. Bathroom toilet seat was not cleaned. Thankful I brought my own antibacterial wipes and blankets.

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jun 2026

Daniella

Free parking was nice, rooms were just okay but staff was helpful and pool was fun. Great for a cheaper stay for two nights and so close to Sea World.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jun 2026

Bryan

Close to shopping centers, 15 min drive to Petco
Also super convenience of a liquor store and a couple restaurants nearby

Partner

8/10

Excellent

18 Jun 2026

Brady

Pretty good place to stay for the price, pool was okay not really anything spectacular. Location is decent can get places fairly easy and uber to downtown is about $15 not a bad place, would stay here as a place to crash more than anything, area is a little meh but not too bad.

Self

4/10

Poor

17 Jun 2026

Ana

Staff was great. I asked about late checkout and they were able to accommodate me for a fee of $35. Once in the room, upon entering there was no entrance light. That entire wall had zero electricity. In the bathroom I saw a couple ants. Not a lot but a handful and that made feel as if the room is not properly cleaned. Overall, I was not happy with the room but their staff had great customer service. Overall 6/10.

Partner

2/10

Poor

15 Jun 2026

Cara

The most expensive “hotel” and dirtiest rooms. Didn’t feel safe either. Do not recommend this overpriced dump.

Friends_and_family Family

2/10

Poor

14 Jun 2026

Yazmine

I really had high hopes for this place. Check in was pretty easy, front desk was busy when I arrived so it took a bit longer than expected. Upon arriving into the room there was a slight odor like if someone smoked in the Nothing too crazy but noticeable. The bathroom smelled horrible like moisture and mold. Once you turned on the water in the bathroom it smelled even worse. The sink smelled like old mildew, or sitting water. The floors in the room had some sort of greasy film as if they haven’t been properly mopped in a while. The bottom of my socks were so dirty just from walking in the room. It could really use a good clean. A few of the power outlets didn’t work as well. The outside of the property was well maintained and clean though. Parking was easy, and there’s a pizza spot and liquor store so that was convenient.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jun 2026

Marlene

Staff were very friendly and helpful. I had a short stay but definitely recommend this hotel and will be coming back again soon.

Friends_and_family Family

2/10

Poor

14 Jun 2026

Charles

Dirty room, gross room, disgusting floors. No towels. Wouldn’t deliver them to the room when notified. Had to go get at the front desk so the staff could finish their snacks.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jun 2026

Brogan

Clean and you can't beat the front desk! Jeorge, Will, and James are amazing!!

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

12 Jun 2026

Catherine

Overall, this was a good hotel and the room was clean, but we experienced several maintenance issues during our stay. The light and electrical outlet outside the bathroom did not work, and the bathroom light continuously flickered. The room phone was also not functioning.

We reported these issues to the staff, and while they were friendly and said they would look into it and update us, we never received a follow-up during our stay. The hotel itself was comfortable, but better communication and attention to maintenance concerns would have improved the experience.

Family

2/10

Poor

12 Jun 2026

Camila

Booked a King Room several days in advance, but when I arrived at check-in, I was told none were available and was given a room with two Queen beds instead. The front desk employee was rude and acted like this was no big deal. To make matters worse, the bathroom was dirty and the towels didn’t appear clean. The hotel couldn’t honor my reservation and did nothing to make it right. Overall a very disappointing stay. I would think twice before booking this hotel.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

12 Jun 2026

tommy

Was a good clean place. But when they were next door cleaning we requested more towels they wouldn't give it to us right then and there we had to wait so they could order it and deliver it. We never got towel ..

Partner

2/10

Poor

11 Jun 2026

Irene

Room smelled like smoke and was humid and musty, the water must have had sulfur because it smelled like rotten eggs and when I told the staff he said to just let it run for a bit like it was normal. It still smelled bad and we had to use water bottles to brush our teeth and held off on showering. Someone kept banging on our door and kept trying to come in two times finally I called front desk they apologized looks like they accidentally gave the wrong room to another party.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

10 Jun 2026

Thomas

Everything was great

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jun 2026

Marilyn

Great location, helpful staff when needed, and parking.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jun 2026

John

Property was very well cleaned and maintained, room was very clean. All was good, we will return

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

08 Jun 2026

Rocio

The room was tidy when arrived but learned that rooms are only turned over every other day. Which was fine in the end because all we really needed was towels. The rooms were renovated and my only complaint is that the sinks were made so tall. My child and mother who are barely 5ft tall had issues washing their faces and had to tip toe just to be able to rinse their mouths while brushing their teeth. That said, we enjoyed the pool and hot tub and we are glad that they were well maintained.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jun 2026

ERICKA

Place was really nice and clean. A little noise at night but have to consider that is close to freeway. Employees at the desk were friendly and helpful.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jun 2026

Jonathan

Rooms were clean staff was really kind and helpful. I really liked the restaurant

Self

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jun 2026

elijah

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

06 Jun 2026

Ann

Nothing remarkable in either direction. Except there IS no room #300.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jun 2026

Brogan

George and James dude they are now FAMILY

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Jun 2026

Brogan

James is awesome also george is very sweet as well I think they make this place feel more like home!!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

03 Jun 2026

michael

Free parking. Close to Old Town and Sea World. Restaurants nearby.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jun 2026

John

Great value

6/10

Pleasant

01 Jun 2026

Stephanie

Pretty decent stay however, could hear everything coming from the surrounding units including showers, woke up at 4 am to unit above having loud intercourse. Woke up again at 7 am to construction going on outside

Self

8/10

Excellent

29 May 2026

Christianne

Best beds for the price. I’m a frequent guest and will be returning

Self

2/10

Poor

29 May 2026

Luz

Towels horrible and shower curtain.

10/10

Exceptional

29 May 2026

Jessica

Love how large the room is with everything I need.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

27 May 2026

Christianne

One of my go-places while visiting my father at one of the local hospitals. Much better than many other hotel circle properties

Self

8/10

Excellent

26 May 2026

Debora

****

Partner

8/10

Excellent

26 May 2026

Michelle

We only needed a place to sleep. This satisfied that need.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

25 May 2026

John

No carpet centrally located to all attractions. Staff is amazing, a perfect place to stay for the price!

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

23 May 2026

Kristina

Rooms were clean and comfortable. Location is great if you have a car as it is close to airport, attractions and stores. The jacuzzi was nice and warm which was very relaxing after a long day at the San Diego Zoo. You can hear people in the rooms above and next to your room as this is a motel and the walls are thin. Liquor/convenience store conveniently located right within the motel's vicinity. Only negative is our shower was leaking water from the bottom of the tub but when they cleaned our room on the second day (as they clean the room every other day), I think they might have fixed the issue as it didn't leak the next time we showered. Also the air conditioner was loud but we took it as a noise cancellation from other people making noise next door.

Friends_and_family Family

2/10

Poor

23 May 2026

Thursday

the appliances was falling off the wall.. the sheets had stains like blood on them.. the shower bar was falling off the wall… the refrigerator froze all of my drinks where the can of poppi exploded in the middle of the night.. it was a disaster i will not stay there again

Family_with_children

2/10

Poor

22 May 2026

Linda

They charged me over $600 for cleaning of there towels and sheets no damage was done to the room i paid $120 deposite they took that and charged my card $424 my account is frozen now causing me all kind of problems Becareful they will pull this scam on others I called them the manager won't talk to me

Business

10/10

Exceptional

19 May 2026

Hollie

Awesome

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 May 2026

ADELAIDA

Staff were super helpful and accommodating. Love this property.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

18 May 2026

Joshua

Friendly staff, reasonable property for the price point

Self

10/10

Exceptional

16 May 2026

Marilyn scott

2/10

Poor

11 May 2026

Robert

Your staff was the only reason that I didn’t stay longer. My trip to San Diego was considerably longer. My reservation was for one day, but within 15 minutes of checking in, I was looking for another hotel to stay at.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 May 2026

Jocelyn

Simple hotel with all the basics. Very clean and excellent location.

Family

8/10

Excellent

07 May 2026

Justin

Great stay if you’re on a budget!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

06 May 2026

Terrie

The property and rooms are clean and a good value. The staff is very accommodating and friendly.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 May 2026

Marina

Best Staff ever! One of the best boutique style hotel in San Diego. Everything is awesome here!

10/10

Exceptional

05 May 2026

Marilyn scott

We don't use these. The water in the room was very hot. Nice.

Partner

4/10

Poor

05 May 2026

Larissa

Bathroom was literally dirty. Never staying in this place again.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

05 May 2026

Melissa

The staff was friendly! The poor and jacuzzi were awesome and the restaurant in the property was convenient and tasty! For the price, the hotel surpassed all of our expectations. We would stay here again!

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

04 May 2026

Meritxell

The property needs maintenance and overall update. Many details in the room due to lack of care (stains in ceiling, entrance door, etc.). A/C and hair dryer were not working. Beds were harder but are starting to feel soft. Still convenient, safe, and decent hotel compared to others in that price range.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

03 May 2026

Arthur

Nice

Partner

4/10

Poor

02 May 2026

Venkata

Bathrooms smelled bad, the toilet showed years, aged and worn down ceramic. Room was a bit dingy and an old AC that made a lot of noise. This is a below average hotel paraded by Expedia as something of a hidden gem.

Friends

8/10

Excellent

29 Apr 2026

Dolores

Staff was friendly . Pool/ hot tub area was nice and loved that they played music all day . Store was convenient. Location was amazing, so much to do , everything was so close. Room was nice , only negative was shower water pressure was very low, other than that we would definitely stay here again .

Friends

6/10

Pleasant

28 Apr 2026

Stephen

This is not a hotel, it is a motel that has been somewhat refurbished. Room doors open to the parking lot and let a large amount of noise through. Bathrooms have new fixtures, but old plumbing and no ventilation. Expect to keep the window open if you want anything to dry. Hotel service is once every two days, so for a four day stay like ours, that means they come exactly once. TV has no youtube or netflix, just basic cable. The bed was comfortable and there were no bugs. So, if you don't mind just staying for the night and leaving early each day to go wherever while in the city (with minimal privacy), it's ok.

Family

8/10

Excellent

28 Apr 2026

Siqi

It was good

Family

6/10

Pleasant

27 Apr 2026

Randi

The hotel was in a great location. Unfortunately there were a few things that made the stay less comfortable than anticipated. The mattress was old and sunken in the middle. The restroom door didn’t lock. The blinds do not block out very much light and there were very bright lights left on all night so the room had a bunch of bright light at night. The ice machine and water machine are in the lobby. There is also a very strong air freshener in the same location. After filling my water bottle with the ice and water, I could literally taste the air freshener in my water. It was the strangest thing.

Friends

8/10

Excellent

26 Apr 2026

Carlos

Room was cleaned but old and worn. The pool was open but we only used the hot tub, which wasn’t hot enough and the jets were very weak. The property is clean and convenient to freeway, shopping, beaches and downtown.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Apr 2026

Gabrielle

Our queen room was relatively spacious, it had lovely natural light and a hillside of nisturtiums out the back window. The pool and spa were perfect and it was great having the restaurant across the parking lot, we got breakfast there in the morning. We got an amazing price for the night and had a great little staycation at the Atwood hotel!

Partner

4/10

Poor

18 Apr 2026

Kelsey

Motel for hotel prices. Dirty, broken furniture, hair in beds, bathroom old and dirty, loud, thin walls, very uncomfortable overall. Would pay $49.99 for an emergency place to stay. Can’t believe we paid over $200 for this dirty motel.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

18 Apr 2026

Cris

Room was good, nice staff but very slow process to check in.

Self

8/10

Excellent

10 Apr 2026

Molly

Good enough.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

08 Apr 2026

John

Clean, reasonably priced, parking and reasonabke cost per night for pet. Location is good and Crust diner right there for breakfast in the morning.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

04 Apr 2026

Christina

Looks like mold under the bathroom sink. Front desk staff was friendly. Not too loud at night and near a liquor store for snacks.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

04 Apr 2026

Jose

The place is definitely older but it doesn't show it due to the great upkeep. The staff at the hotel was very friendly and welcoming. I would definitely recommend and I would definitely stay here again.

Friends_and_family Family

4/10

Poor

02 Apr 2026

katherine

When I arrived to the property, I was told my reservation was cancelled due to my card on filed declined and all rooms were sold out. But it shows on the app it never got canceled and now im writing a review through this page. The property manager came out to get me and notified me that they found a room available. Now the room from hotels.com was 7 dollars more than what they charged me at the property. I have stayed here before and I have never had an issue but this stay wasnt what I expected. The beds were stiffed and I had a hard time sleeping. I had ask for almost two days for towels and I didnt get towels until i asked for room service because my stay was for three days and half.Room service came by after 330pm almost 4pm but that time my family unwind and we just had to make the best out of it. I had to take out our trash and put new trash bags like I was dojng my own room service. If anyone ask for room service expect for it to be done after 330pm. I have asked for room service and it usually dont take long once I asked. The front desk staff is friendly but I feel like the could have elevated the experience by getting the amenities once I asked. I will not be returning back.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

01 Apr 2026

Jessica

The inside of the rooms need to be upgraded the WiFi was not working & the shower was very outdated I think the owner needs to invest in upgrading the rooms! The location is excellent just needs some upgrades

10/10

Exceptional

31 Mar 2026

Angelica

Clean rooms, friendly staff, great area location, pool and hot tub are great they play the greatest variety of music! The accommodations were exceptionally clean and well-maintained. Staff members were consistently friendly and helpful throughout the stay. The location proved to be very convenient for exploring the surrounding area. Amenities such as the pool and hot tub were particularly enjoyable. The selection of music played in these areas was also a amazing!

6/10

Pleasant

31 Mar 2026

Thomas

We did not use the hot tub or pet care lodging.The pool and hot tub looked beautiful. Several hotel guest were enjoying them.

10/10

Exceptional

31 Mar 2026

Dawn

Clean

8/10

Excellent

30 Mar 2026

veronica

Room was clean, spacious and room had a fridge and microwave. We had 2 rooms and one of them fridge was not working and the other one the sink in the bathroom was not draining. Pool was nice, big and clean but cold :). Jacuzzi was nice and big too. Convenient store and a nice diner like restaurant in the same parking lot.

Friends_and_family Family

4/10

Poor

30 Mar 2026

Laura

Thae water took forever to get hot ..
called the front desk to ask for towels and she refused to give me any. 😡

Partner

2/10

Poor

23 Mar 2026

William

Mold and room smelled

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Mar 2026

Magical

Friendly staff

10/10

Exceptional

22 Mar 2026

Misty

The man who was on staff at the front desk (I'm sorry we didn't get his name) was so wonderful when my mother misplaced her credit card. After she called the desk asking if it had been found, he took the effort to watch the security camera footage to see if he could help her locate it. Turns out she left the card elsewhere, but he certainly helped us narrow down and retrace our steps. I don't know if we'll be back to the area, but if we do we'd certainly be staying there again.

Family

8/10

Excellent

22 Mar 2026

Bernadette

Sink in bathroom was too high for a 5’ person.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

21 Mar 2026

Leslie

Great location, lots of parking, helpful staff, infinitesimally small towels. Pet friendly, remodeled recently but my very favorite about the room is the reasonably sized fridge. Room for leftovers and full sized bottle space.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

20 Mar 2026

Yaima

El lugar es muy conveniente. Esta cerca del freeway accessible para ir donde desees. Cerca de los parques y las playas. Tiene un Mall cerca. La instalacion esta muy bien cuidada. La piscina y el jacuzzi muy limpios. El staff espectacular. Volvere definitivamente.

8/10

Excellent

19 Mar 2026

Jeremy

Decent room, good location, friendly staff

Friends_and_family Family

2/10

Poor

18 Mar 2026

Stephen

Just not pleasant.

Self

2/10

Poor

17 Mar 2026

Rosana

The room was clean, but I did not feel secure. My door was opened at 10pm by another person because my room had been assigned to someone else. Also, the staff called me at midnight to verify my name due to an issue with their system.

Friends