Chula Vista Hotels Near the Trolley Station
[QUOTE]I've stayed at the Good Nite Inn several times. It is your basic motel running around $40 a night with an expedia package. Motel 6 in the same area seems to have better prices if you don't buy a package through a travel website. However the distance to the trolley is just a little bit farther by a few blocks but not many.[/QUOTE]Another hotel that's close to the trolley station is the Best Western South Bay. This is an older, exterior corridor property in the classic motel style. But it's very well maintained and the staff keeps the place spotless. The king rooms overlooking the pool are the nicest, with updated linens and furnishings that include a small refrigerator and a microwave. The bathrooms are laid out in the old style, with the tub/shower and toilet in a small room by themselves and the sink and (rather large) vanity in a separate area. They claim to have wi-fi, but I haven't stayed there since they installed it, so I can't personally vouch for how well it works.
In addition to being very close to the trolley stop, the Best Western South Bay is just steps from Aunt Emma's Pancake House, a Taco Bell and a Denny's that's open 24 hours a day. If you are the thrifty sort that likes to prepare at least some of your own meals a decent supermarket is also within walking distance. And there is a modest free breakfast included in the room rate.
As for rates, I've had good luck booking via Best Western's web site, and choosing the "best rate" or "internet rate" or whatever is cheapest.
Regards,
Bunky