Hotel Iris - Mission Valley-San Diego Zoo-SeaWorld
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Hotel Iris - Mission Valley-San Diego Zoo-SeaWorld

625 Hotel Cir, San Diego, California 92108, United States
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Highlights
Pets welcome
Free parking
Ideal location
Lots to do
Amenities
Private parkingFree
Car Charging Facilities
24-Hour Front Desk
Luggage Storage
Wi-Fi in Public AreasFree
Golf Course
Surfing
Fax/Copying Service
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Property Description
Located in San Diego (Mission Valley), Hotel Iris - San Diego is steps from Hotel Circle and a 4-minute drive from University of San Diego. This hotel is 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from San Diego Zoo and 3.6 mi (5.9 km) from Marine Corps Recruit Depot.
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5.5/10
Cleanliness5.5
Amenities5.5
Location5.6
Service5.5
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Surroundings
Metro: Fashion Valley Transit Center
(1.2 km)
Metro: Hazard Center
(1.9 km)
Airport: San Diego International Airport
(11.1 km)
Airport: McClellan-Palomar Airport
(50.9 km)
Train: North County Transit
(4.6 km)
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6

Standard King Room

1 King bed
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Towel
Private Toilet
Shampoo
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5

One Bedroom Studio Suite with Kitchen

1 Queen bed
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Refrigerator
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8

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

2 Queen bed
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
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4

King Suite with Jetted Tub

1 King bed
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bathroom
Refrigerator
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7

Standard Queen Room

1 Queen bed
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
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Private Toilet
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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

2 Queen bed
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
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Guest Reviews

5.5/10
97 reviews
  • Cleanliness5.5
  • Amenities5.5
  • Location5.6
  • Service5.5
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Location: Many users mentioned a great location. Some also noted a relaxing jacuzzi tub, exceptional cleanliness, presence of a coffee and tea room, clean beds, good water pressure, and working AC and TV(based on 1 review)
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
October 6, 2025
The tub felt like it was going to break and the room smell like piss. It was very nasty i would my recommend and one to stay here. 
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
September 2, 2025
Me encantó el hotel, muy cómodo y amplio.
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B‍r‍e‍t‍t
August 11, 2025
The images provided of this hotel are very misleading. The property smells like urine and cigarette smoke. The room we were given smelt like a previous smokers room, felt humid and looked like it was given a landlord special. The entry door looked like it could easily be broken open. There were a lot of odd people walking around the parking lot and most of them were chain smoking inside and outside of hotel rooms. It’s a small sketchy-people-filled hotel in the middle of a bunch of well known chain hotels. Not the best place to stay in San Diego if you have small children and family members with asthma. They wouldn’t refund us for our stay when we decided to take our business elsewhere due to these reasons. You’re better off sticking with a well-known hotel chain and paying more per night if you prefer to breathe well and feel safe sleeping at night.
D‍e‍v‍r‍a
July 31, 2025
First of all, for whoever might read this DO NOT USE *******, they booked me the wrong room and would not offer a partial refund only a cancellation but there was no time to book another room. Hotel Iris , well, you get what you pay for, it's fairly inexpensive and they did accommodate us in a room with disabled parking in front. It was nice to have a mini fridge since the room I booked on ******* was suppose to have a full kitchen (there are no such rooms at this hotel). Upon entering there was a powerful Clorox smell covering up a moldy smell. The front office smells of mold, too. The board under the bathroom sink is rotten and lots of rust and old molding in the bathroom. The towels they provide are minimal in size and quality. We found one huge cockroach , thankfully more. We had a room close to the street and it was loud from traffic. They power washed the upper level right above us leaving a waterfall over the sidewalk. There is a pool but all the pool furniture is broken or unusable. The jacuzzi is not working. This seems like a very old, not very well maintained property.
J‍a‍r‍e‍d
July 24, 2025
Absolutely shocked by hot unsanitary it was Well it horrible the person who checked us in didn’t car that there was trash everywhere, the room had a horrible chemical smell that gave me a head ache, we couldn’t stay there. We went through hell to find another place to stay. I didn’t feel safe. The bed had stains on it. The neighboring rooms appear to have people living in them in very unsanitary conditions and were smoking in front of the room and were making noise. I review hotels for trip advisor as a pass time I have 73,000 readers and I honestly and with all do respect have never experienced anything this bad in my life
V‍e‍r‍i‍f‍i‍e‍d‍ ‍t‍r‍a‍v‍e‍l‍e‍r
July 24, 2025
Do Not Stay Here The photos shown are absolutely nothing close to what the rooms look like. There was a large roach, flies in the room, stains on the bed, the walls and bedding are dirty and the shower had a leak. The trash cans outside were overfilled and full of flies. Overall a 1 star rating, especially for the price. Highly recommend not to ever book here.
V‍e‍r‍i‍f‍i‍e‍d‍ ‍t‍r‍a‍v‍e‍l‍e‍r
July 22, 2025
ROACH MOTEL I am very disappointed, unhappy and disgusted. EVERYTHING read ROACH MOTEL as soon as we drove in. This MOTEL was in between all these big names hotels on Hotel Circle…. But paying for $150 A NIGHT was not worth it! We laid in bed and watched a roach go up the wall.. then it went behind the refrigerator. Moved the refrigerator and there was a cluster of dead and alive roaches! I asked to change our room- They were fully booked. Asked to spray the room while we left for dinner- doesn’t seem anything was done to our room when we came back. Asked for a refund or compensation- they said i went thru a third party so they couldnt help me I WANT MY MONEY BACK! $350 for two dirty nights! I was too afraid to leave my suitcase open! We put everything on the bed whenever we left the room! Never again.
W‍i‍l‍l‍i‍a‍m
July 22, 2025
STAY AWAY Cockroaches in room and bathroom, window had not curtains. front desk was rude and mean. This is a drug hotel, not safe or clean.

Services & Amenities

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Outdoor swimming pool
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking. Reservation not needed.
Business services
Front desk services
Languages spoken
Food & drink
Public areas
Health & wellness
Cleaning services
Accessibility
Safety & security

Property Policies

Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 15:00–21:00
Check-out: Before 11:00

Front desk hours: 24/7

Child policies
Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.

Cots and Extra Beds
For all room types, cots and extra beds cannot be added.

Deposit Policy
DepositDeposit required
Deposit Collection MethodsA fixed amount of US$100.00 (approx. €86.36) is charged.
Deposit Payment MethodsThis property accepts credit cards
Deposit RefundThe deposit will be returned to the original account of payment on the day of check-out.

Pets
Pets are allowed on requestAdditional charge
Types of pets allowed: dogs
Fee: US$20.00 (approx. €17.28) per room per night

Service animals
Service animals are allowed on request

Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old

Paying at the hotel

  • Cash

Property Description

  • Opened: 1969
  • Number of Rooms: 79
Phone:+1-619-2971691
Located in San Diego (Mission Valley), Hotel Iris - San Diego is steps from Hotel Circle and a 4-minute drive from University of San Diego. This hotel is 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from San Diego Zoo and 3.6 mi (5.9 km) from Marine Corps Recruit Depot.

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool, or other amenities including a television in a common area and tour/ticket assistance.

Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Limited parking is available onsite.

Stay in one of 79 guestrooms featuring LCD televisions. Cable television is provided for your entertainment. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones and blackout drapes/curtains, and housekeeping is provided on request.

Frequently Asked Questions

What landmarks are close to Hotel Iris - Mission Valley-San Diego Zoo-SeaWorld?

Nearby attractions to Hotel Iris - Mission Valley-San Diego Zoo-SeaWorld include Conference Center, only 140m from your search (straight-line distance) away.

Does Hotel Iris - Mission Valley-San Diego Zoo-SeaWorld have a swimming pool?

Yes, Hotel Iris - Mission Valley-San Diego Zoo-SeaWorld has a pool.

Does Hotel Iris - Mission Valley-San Diego Zoo-SeaWorld provide breakfast?

No, Hotel Iris - Mission Valley-San Diego Zoo-SeaWorld does not include breakfast. You can find nearby restaurants and cafés that serve breakfast.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Iris - Mission Valley-San Diego Zoo-SeaWorld?

Yes, pets are welcome at Hotel Iris - Mission Valley-San Diego Zoo-SeaWorld, but it is best to call ahead to confirm.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Iris - Mission Valley-San Diego Zoo-SeaWorld?

Check-in at Hotel Iris - Mission Valley-San Diego Zoo-SeaWorld is from 15:00-21:00 and check-out is by 11:00.

Which airport is closest to Hotel Iris - Mission Valley-San Diego Zoo-SeaWorld?

The nearest airport is San Diego International Airport, just about 14 mins from hotel by car (11.1 km) away.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Iris - Mission Valley-San Diego Zoo-SeaWorld?

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About This Property

Nearest AirportSan Diego International Airport
Distance to Airport11.06KM
Nearest Train StationNorth County Transit
Distance to Train Station4.6KM
Nearest Metro StationFashion Valley Transit Center
Distance to Metro Station1.23KM
Average Price FromEUR284
Hotel Star Rating2