Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

Hotel with outdoor pool, near Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater

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December 2025

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January 2026

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers - Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU (San Diego)

Lobby sitting area - Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU (San Diego)

Reception - Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU (San Diego)

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds - Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU (San Diego)

Single Queen Room, Accessible w/ Kitchen | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds - Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU (San Diego)

Nestled near San Diego State University, Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU offers a warm and inviting atmosphere. Enjoy free continental breakfast, unwind by the outdoor pool with sun loungers, or stroll through the garden. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff and location.

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Laundry facilities
Non-smoking

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)

Children stay free
Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
Private bathroom
Television
Garden
Daily housekeeping

$138 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 15 - Dec 16

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Dec 8 - Dec 9

Tomorrow

Dec 9 - Dec 10

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 9 of 9 rooms

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Mini-fridge

TV

Premium bedding

Pillowtop bed

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Family Suite w/ Kitchen

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Kitchen

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

TV

Sofa bed

Premium bedding

Pillowtop bed

1 bedroom
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds

Single Queen Room, Accessible w/ Kitchen

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Kitchen

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

TV

Premium bedding

Pillowtop bed

Hair dryer

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Single King Room, Accessible w/ Bathtub

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Mini-fridge

TV

Premium bedding

Pillowtop bed

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

King Suite

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Mini-fridge

TV

Premium bedding

Pillowtop bed

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Single King Room, Accessible w/ Roll-In Shower

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Mini-fridge

TV

Premium bedding

Pillowtop bed

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Queen Suite w/ Kitchen

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Kitchen

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

TV

Premium bedding

Pillowtop bed

Hair dryer

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Mini-fridge

TV

Premium bedding

Pillowtop bed

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Single King Room w/ Kitchen

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Kitchen

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

TV

Premium bedding

Pillowtop bed

Hair dryer

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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Free breakfast
Pet friendly
Free parking
Free WiFi

$143 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

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About the neighborhood

6474 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA, 92115

What's nearby

Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
The Salvation Army Kroc Center - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
San Diego State University Art Gallery - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
San Diego State University - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
Viejas Arena - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 18 min drive
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 19 min drive
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 26 min drive
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 42 min drive
Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 43 min drive
Old Town Transit Center - 19 min drive
San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 19 min drive
San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 25 min drive
Alvarado Station - 20 min walk
SDSU Transit Center Station - 22 min walk
70th St. Trolley Station - 26 min walk

Restaurants

‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk
‪Majorette - ‬4 min walk
‪Chuy's Taco Shop - ‬6 min walk
‪Rise Biscuits & Chicken - ‬3 min walk
‪Scieats - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

When you stay at Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Balboa Park and Hotel Circle. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and continental breakfast daily. Also, Petco Park and San Diego Zoo are within a short drive. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 60 rooms

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

Special check-in 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

Required at check-in

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

Children

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

Pets

- Pets allowed (2 total, up to 50 lbs per pet)*
- Service animals welcome
- Restrictions apply*

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Free uncovered onsite self parking
- Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Free continental breakfast each morning
Barbecue grills

Traveling with children

Children stay free (see details)

Services

24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Free newspapers in lobby
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 washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Closed captioned TV
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-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
Pillowtop mattress
Crib/infant bed (surcharge)

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels

Stay connected

Free WiFi
Free local calls

More

Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

Children & extra beds

Cribs/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 elevators.

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

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.

Are pets allowed at Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU?

Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 50 lbs 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.