East County, CA

Travel Guide

East County
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Where to stay in East County

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Mount Helix

While there might not be top attractions in Mount Helix, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mount Helix Park and The Magnolia.

Mount Helix
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Fletcher Hills

While Fletcher Hills might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Parkway Plaza and The Magnolia.

Fletcher Hills
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Windsor Hills

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Windsor Hills and surrounding area, you can visit Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater and Viejas Arena.

Windsor Hills
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Carlton Hills

Visitors to Carlton Hills like its restaurants and shopping, and Santee Lakes is a sight worth a stop.

Carlton Hills
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Shadow Mountain Ranch

While Shadow Mountain Ranch isn't home to many top sights, Shadow Mountain Community Church and Singing Hills Country Club - Willow Glen Course are some notable places to visit nearby.

Shadow Mountain Ranch
Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

2 out of 5
550 Montrose Court, I-8 at Magnolia Avenue Southbound, El Cajon, CA
The price is ￥10,795 per night from Sep 9 to Sep 10
￥10,795
￥11,897 total
Sep 9 - Sep 10
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in El Cajon. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,351 reviews)
"Great customer care."

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2025

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego
Sycuan Casino Resort

Sycuan Casino Resort

4 out of 5
5469 Casino Way, El Cajon, CA
The price is ￥14,488 per night from Aug 26 to Aug 27
￥14,488
￥17,700 total
Aug 26 - Aug 27
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in El Cajon. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,504 reviews)
"had so much fun, energy was great, all workers were amazing/helpful. super clean. my first time there and would definitely be coming back !!!"

Reviewed on Aug 23, 2025

Sycuan Casino Resort
Heritage Inn La Mesa

Heritage Inn La Mesa

2 out of 5
7851 Fletcher Pkwy, La Mesa, CA
The price is ￥9,652 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
￥9,652
￥10,646 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in La Mesa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
6.6/10 (1,055 reviews)
"In a good centralized location, close to freeway, shops and restaurants. Room could use updating…."

Reviewed on Aug 21, 2025

Heritage Inn La Mesa
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Jamul's Jewel: 10ACRES,Hilltop,Heated*Salt Pool,Spa*,City & Mtn.Views,B-Ball Court*,Grill,Horseshoes

Jamul's Jewel: 10ACRES,Hilltop,Heated*Salt Pool,Spa*,City & Mtn.Views,B-Ball Court*,Grill,Horseshoes

Jamul
Book a stay at this golf villa in Jamul. Enjoy private pools, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Sycuan Casino and Jamul Casino are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (33 reviews)
"This was an awesome place to stay. Very affordable and the host were so nice and accomodating."

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

Jamul's Jewel: 10ACRES,Hilltop,Heated*Salt Pool,Spa*,City & Mtn.Views,B-Ball Court*,Grill,Horseshoes
Relax & Play-Pool, Spa, Views + Guest House!

Relax & Play-Pool, Spa, Views + Guest House!

La Mesa
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Snapdragon Stadium and Mission ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (17 reviews)
Great house for a getaway
"We actually live in San Diego, but wanted a staycation somewhere that wasn't our own house - and this house was perfect for us. It's the perfect size for a family, and the pool and deck were exactly what we needed. The pseudo-separate studio was ideal for us to escape the teenagers and feel like ..."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

Relax & Play-Pool, Spa, Views + Guest House!
Quince 2024 / Luxurious / Family-friendly / Detached Suite

Quince 2024 / Luxurious / Family-friendly / Detached Suite

La Mesa
Stay at this vacation home in La Mesa. Enjoy a water park, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Snapdragon Stadium and Cal Coast Credit Union ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
"Spacious and clean, we had a great stay! The kitchen had everything we needed to cook great meals. The stove burners were not working properly, but the host arranged a repair man to come the same day and get it working again! Much appreciated!"

Reviewed on Aug 9, 2025

Quince 2024 / Luxurious / Family-friendly / Detached Suite
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Sycuan Casino

Why not try your luck with a visit to Sycuan Casino during your travels in El Cajon? Check out the casinos and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Sycuan Casino

Barona Casino

Why not try your luck with a visit to Barona Casino during your travels in Lakeside? Discover the area's casinos, or seek out its golf courses.

Barona Casino

Jamul Casino

Why not try your luck with a visit to Jamul Casino during your visit to Jamul? Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

Jamul Casino

Singing Hills Country Club - Willow Glen Course

Enjoy a round of golf in El Cajon at Singing Hills Country Club - Willow Glen Course. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Singing Hills Country Club - Willow Glen Course

Shadow Mountain Community Church

You can find out about the history of El Cajon with a trip to Shadow Mountain Community Church. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area, or seek out the golf courses.

Shadow Mountain Community Church

The Magnolia

You can make plans for a show at The Magnolia during your trip to El Cajon. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area, or seek out the golf courses.

The Magnolia

Things to do

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

￥5,173
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
Come see Santa Barbara like you never have heard tales of death and bring the city's history back to life.

Santa Barbara Ghosts Tour

￥3,843
per adult
Santa Barbara Ghosts Tour
Checking out the sea lions

Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)

￥8,099
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
Private Harbor Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara

Private Harbor Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara

￥27,934
per traveler
Private Harbor Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Coastal Cruise

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

￥5,653
per adult
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Electric Bike Rentals

Santa Barbara Electric Bike Rentals

￥3,983
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Electric Bike Rentals
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Cities near East County

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San Diego

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El Cajon

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Santee

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