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Sep 18 - Sep 20

Our top choices for El Cajon cheap hotels

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)
Outdoor pool
Lobby
Lobby

1. Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego-East/El Cajon

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego-East/El Cajon
El Cajon
United States
Esekia
￥13,149
￥14,490 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego-East/El Cajon
Exterior
Lobby
Exterior
Lobby

2. Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego
El Cajon
United States
Melissa
￥10,851
￥12,434 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego
Front of property
Kitchenette Room | Private kitchen | Eco-friendly cleaning products
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), bed sheets
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), bed sheets

3. Relax Inn And Suites

Relax Inn And Suites
El Cajon
United States
Raymond
￥9,141
￥10,400 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Relax Inn And Suites
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), alarm clocks
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Exterior
Check-in/check-out kiosk
Free self parking

4. Northgate Motel

Northgate Motel
El Cajon
United States
Nelson
￥11,218
￥12,340 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Northgate Motel
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)
Property grounds
7 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch served
7 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch served

5. Sycuan Casino Resort

Sycuan Casino Resort
El Cajon
United States
Tom
￥13,712
￥16,959 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Sycuan Casino Resort
Free daily on-the-go breakfast
Exterior
Lobby
Hair dryer (on request), towels

6. Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego

Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego
El Cajon
United States
Zackary
￥12,884
￥14,197 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego
One Bedroom Suite, 1 King Bed, Soaking Tub, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Front of property
One Bedroom Suite, 1 King Bed, Soaking Tub, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

7. Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East

Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East
El Cajon
United States
Tina
￥13,216
￥14,538 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East
Reception
WiFi (free)
Exterior
Bathroom

8. Best Inn & Suites

Best Inn & Suites
El Cajon
United States
Juan
￥10,351
￥11,387 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Best Inn & Suites
Property grounds
Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

9. Villa Serena

Villa Serena
El Cajon
United States
Andre
￥10,938
￥12,032 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Villa Serena
Exterior
Reception
Exterior
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

10. Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego

Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego
El Cajon
United States
Natalya
￥22,309
￥24,583 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego
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Top El Cajon Hotel Reviews

Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas

10/10 Excellent
"Surprisingly quiet. Had a great stay at the Best Western Seven Seas. Would stay there again. Four Stars."
bart 4-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Best Western Seven Seas
Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent
"World class hotel with beautiful rooms, attentive staff, and excellent restaurants."
David 2-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton
Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark

10/10 Excellent
"Great access to the ballpark!!"
Allan 2-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Omni San Diego Hotel at the Ballpark
California Suites Hotel

California Suites Hotel

8/10 Good
"Good stay"
Yuliana 1-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
California Suites Hotel
San Diego Mission Bay Resort

San Diego Mission Bay Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Everything!! The property was excellent for my 5 year old son!! Loved the pool!! Kids everywhere. We will come back."
Clinton Graham 4-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
San Diego Mission Bay Resort
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

8/10 Good
"4 star rating"
Jon 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

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Weather will likely play an important role when you plan your trip to El Cajon, and keep in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 72°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 56°F. Average annual precipitation for El Cajon is 13 inches.
What is there to see and do in El Cajon?
El Cajon draws tourists with its fantastic dining options and shopping, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the popular local attractions that are highest on your list, such as San Diego Zoo and Petco Park, and choose other low-cost activities to fill your itinerary. Enjoy the local natural beauty at Lake Jennings and The Water Conservation Garden, or check out the area's cultural spots like The Magnolia.
How can I get to El Cajon and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in El Cajon can help keep you on budget. The closest airport is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) away from the center in San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field). However, if that doesn't suit your budget, you can book a flight to San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), located 10.5 mi (16.9 km) away. Nearby metro stations include El Cajon Transit Center Station, Arnele Avenue Station, and Gillespie Field Station.

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