Hotel Iris - San Diego

2.5 star property
Travelers relax by the outdoor pool with sun loungers and umbrellas or get personalized advice from multilingual staff for San Diego adventures

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Hotel Iris - San Diego offers a convenient location near Hotel Circle with easy access to Fashion Valley Mall. Guests enjoy the outdoor pool for relaxation. The helpful staff provides tour assistance and ticket services, and on-site laundry facilities add convenience.

Reviews

5.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$108
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Pet friendly
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Jetted bath
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Located in Mission Valley, a neighbourhood in San Diego, Hotel Iris - San Diego is in a shopping district and near the airport. Port of San Diego and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit San Diego Zoo and Waterfront Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Petco Park or Snapdragon Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, waterskiing and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our San Diego travel guide
Map
625 Hotel Cir S, San Diego, CA, 92108

What's nearby

  • SanDiego_HotelCircle_6270979_004
    Hotel Circle
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • School Buildings Of The UCSD Campus In La Jolla
    University of San Diego
    3 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Fashion Valley Mall
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Riverwalk Golf Club
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • UC San Diego Health
    13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Old Town Transit Center
    6 min drive
  • Fashion Valley Transit Center Station
    15 min walk
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    18 min drive

Restaurants

  • Nordstrom Ebar
    2 min drive
  • Marketplace Cafe
    19 min walk
  • Better Buzz Coffee
    20 min walk
  • Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar & Store
    17 min walk
  • Blanco Cocina + Cantina
    18 min walk

About this property

Hotel Iris - San Diego

Hotel near Mission Bay
A short walk from Hotel Circle, Hotel Iris - San Diego provides amenities such as laundry facilities.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • An electric car charging station, coffee/tea in reception and multilingual staff
  • A TV in reception, tour/ticket information and luggage storage
  • A 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 79 rooms boast comforts, such as air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 50-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Housekeeping and phones

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Extended parking on site (USD 20 per day)
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
4 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
  • Cleaning fee: USD 3 per accommodation, per night.
  • Resort fee: USD 7.90 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room coffee
  • Internet access
  • Laundry facilities
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access
  • Self-parking
  • Spa access

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

Optional extras

  • Extended parking fee: USD 20 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 20 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit 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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Additional parking is available for a surcharge.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Construction is underway at a neighbouring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work

Property is also known as

Vagabond Inn Circle
Vagabond Inn Circle San Diego
Vagabond Inn Hotel Circle
Vagabond Inn Hotel Circle San Diego
Hotel Iris
Hotel Iris San Diego
Iris San Diego
Hotel Iris - San Diego Hotel
Hotel Iris - San Diego San Diego
Hotel Iris - San Diego Hotel San Diego

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Iris - San Diego have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Iris - San Diego?

As of 27 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Iris - San Diego on 1 Feb 2026 start from AU$92.42, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Hotel Iris - San Diego pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of USD 20 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Hotel Iris - San Diego?

Extended parking is available for USD 20 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Hotel Iris - San Diego?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Iris - San Diego?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 25 (subject to availability).

Where is Hotel Iris - San Diego located?

Located in Mission Valley, this hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Hotel Circle, Riverwalk Golf Club and Fashion Valley Mall. Mission Valley Mall and University of San Diego are also within 3 miles (5 km). Fashion Valley Transit Center Station is 15 minutes by foot and Hazard Center Station is 23 minutes.

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Reviews

Hotel Iris - San Diego Reviews

5.8

5.8

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

6.6

Staff & service

5.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 202 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 160 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 181 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 162 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 295 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Abdullah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Leo best receptionist ever , very kind and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Russell

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
The first night of our stay a bum or a rockhead came to the door at 2:30am, no trash cans in the room,towels were small. Both hotel clerks were friendly .
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jesus

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location, but it had cockroaches in the room. First time I ever saw them and have been coming to this hotel multiple times.but the property is clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jenny

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Not a Boutique Hotel.

Pet friendly. Should not be charging a resort fee. Thin, thin, thin walls and loud guests. Friendly front staff. No daily housekeeping, coffee machine or hair dryer. No bugs but interior falling apart - sheets and towels were clean though. Disappointed by how much I paid.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miriam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Simple and easy enough to find, staff were friendly and the area the hotel is located have a lot of different restaurants and dining options
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maggie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everytime is a great experience with iris hotel Clean and comfortable beds .

8/10 Good

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was great, sadly we were expecting a heated pool and it was ice cold.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

DHARMJIT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
good location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very good and the room so spacious
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hot tub in the room was excellent

It was a great room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Francis

Strage location Close to good food
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Cesar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Close to restaurants and not far from the beach. Friendly staff. Easy parking.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Socorro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Peaceful night

I rested pretty good in my stay. The AC was working great, there was no noise during night time. I love this place to relax on a long weekend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ursula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There were a lot of negative reviews that made me concerned about my booking but I got there and was pleasantly surprised to find how clean and comfortable the room was. Definitely a hidden gem.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly, got us in our room quickly, for the Dan Diego area price was very reasonable good area also near the freeway! Clean rooms definitely got us out of a jam!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Edward

Liked: Staff & service

San Diego Softball Tournament Hotel 2023

Stayed at hotel for a softball tournament. Great location. Has a pool. Staff is nice and center of hotel circle. Right off the fwy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

ALICIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cozy Stay

We had quiet /cozy stay. I love they had alot of channels I watch. A quick check-in and out* the gentleman in lobby was nice. I always go to Iris when I'm in SD.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

ALICIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quiet stay

Check-in was quick and I had a 2 night stay. Bed was comfy with big screen tv and watched tubi. Not all rooms have that option but it was coo for me* it was a quiet stay overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

ALICIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay was comfortable and the convience of places to go was on point. Leo remembered & greeted me...i was checked in pretty quick. If we needed anything extra we were accommodated with what we needed. It was a goodtime during our stay there*
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Alejandro

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

The Trap Hotel

Cheapest hotel in the area for a reason. Seems like a lot of the rooms are occupied as housing for drug addicts. First night i was accosted by a woman who was clearly strung out on something. My next door neighbor had random people stopping by the room all day and all night; lots of arguing about "collecting stuff" from them. And to top it all off my room reeked of chlorine that became apparent was used to try and hide the HEAVY smell of cigarette smoke. Burn holes on the curtains as well. If youre on a steep budget, then i guess this is your best best. Free parking which is nice. Other than that I think I'll just save some more money for a better place next time.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Elspeth

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
This wasn't bad. Just a little older. But the staff was super awesome and helpful, the onsite laundry was really helpful. A place to sleep, which is what we used it for.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Nohemi

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is very outdated, needs some major upgrades, the room was clean for the most part, staff was nice when checking in. But did not feel safe as there was odd looking people around the hotel just hanging around, someone was also playing music in one of the rooms next to us all night, people talking right outside our room at night. We almost left to go stay somewhere else where we’d feel safer. Overall, please pay a little bit more and stay somewhere else!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Angel

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would not revisit.

Carpet was very stained. Sheets had holes. Beds 3 of 10. Water pressure was little to none.Guy at counter was the only positive. Very friendly and efficient.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023