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Our top choices for El Cajon motels

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1. Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego

Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego
2.0 star property
El Cajon
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"This Motel is very good considering the rate you pay,the beds are clean and other parts of the room are clean,the staff are very friendly,the breakfast was fair but it could be improved and dining room could be larger ,the surroundings is excellent"
United States
Jalal
The price is ￥12,710
￥14,005 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego
Exterior

2. Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego
2.0 star property
El Cajon
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,729 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful when I needed an extra person to check in later"
United States
Jacqueline
The price is ￥12,110
￥13,344 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), alarm clocks

3. Northgate Motel

Northgate Motel
2.0 star property
El Cajon
7.8 out of 10, Good, (687 reviews)
"Very Comfortable with large room."
United States
Andrea
The price is ￥12,041
￥13,245 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Northgate Motel
Property grounds

4. Villa Serena

Villa Serena
2.0 star property
El Cajon
6.4 out of 10, (302 reviews)
"Nice clean rooms and very friendly management."
United States
Andre
The price is ￥13,379
￥14,717 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Villa Serena
Superior Double Room | Desk, blackout drapes, WiFi (free), bed sheets

5. Valley Motel El Cajon-San Diego

Valley Motel El Cajon-San Diego
2.0 star property
El Cajon
6.6 out of 10, (720 reviews)
"It’s okay for the price you pay except for the mites and ticks biting in bed"
United States
Jorge
The price is ￥9,634
￥10,597 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Valley Motel El Cajon-San Diego
Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

6. Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego

Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego
2.0 star property
Downtown El Cajon
6.6 out of 10, (461 reviews)
"Staff is great and willing to help out with issues that may arise. Also very proactive for helping with reservations."
United States
Tony
The price is ￥14,796
￥17,756 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego
Front of property

7. Relax Inn And Suites

Relax Inn And Suites
2.0 star property
El Cajon
5.8 out of 10, (411 reviews)
"I always have a good time at the Relax inn"
United States
Raymond
The price is ￥11,765
￥13,292 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 5 - Aug 6
Relax Inn And Suites
Lobby

8. Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East

Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East
2.0 star property
Santee
7.6 out of 10, Good, (884 reviews)
"Management and all other staff went over & beyond, great customer service in a nice quiet community. Cleanliness of premises & rooms were 5 stars."
United States
Charles
The price is ￥13,456
￥15,057 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East
Property grounds

9. El Rancho Motel

El Rancho Motel
2.0 star property
Coronado
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (918 reviews)
The price is ￥17,314
￥19,045 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
El Rancho Motel
Blackout drapes, WiFi (free), bed sheets

10. Motel 6 La Mesa, CA - San Diego

Motel 6 La Mesa, CA - San Diego
2.0 star property
La Mesa
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"It was great little place tucked away from the busy streets. I enjoyed myself and nobody bothered us."
United States
Heidi
The price is ￥16,430
￥18,097 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Motel 6 La Mesa, CA - San Diego
Arcade

11. The Rambler Hotel

The Rambler Hotel
3.0 star property
Chula Vista
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,184 reviews)
"We LOVED our stay"
United States
Juanita
The price is ￥18,905
￥21,872 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 13 - Aug 14
The Rambler Hotel
Lobby sitting area

12. Crown City Inn

Crown City Inn
2.5 star property
Coronado
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (793 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Mondi
The price is ￥23,223
￥25,545 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Crown City Inn
Exterior

13. Ramona Valley Inn

Ramona Valley Inn
2.0 star property
Ramona
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Really calmly hotel"
United States
William
The price is ￥11,372
￥12,792 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Ramona Valley Inn
Room

14. Mission Bay Motel

Mission Bay Motel
Pacific Beach
5.6 out of 10, (169 reviews)
"The location was great can't beat it for the price."
United States
Juan C
The price is ￥13,424
￥15,135 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Mission Bay Motel
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | WiFi (free), bed sheets

15. Baycities Motel

Baycities Motel
2.0 star property
Chula Vista
7.2 out of 10, Good, (265 reviews)
"Shops nearby"
United States
Marquinton
The price is ￥10,766
￥11,842 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Baycities Motel
Property grounds

16. National City Motel

National City Motel
2.5 star property
National City
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"It was all good, only stayed for one nigh, but will definitely come back. "
United States
Mercedes
The price is ￥12,367
￥13,603 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
National City Motel
Beach nearby

17. Coronado Inn

Coronado Inn
2.5 star property
Bayside
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (819 reviews)
"It was a very cute and fairly quiet Inn, and walking distance from Restaurants."
United States
Kammy
The price is ￥23,941
￥26,335 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Coronado Inn
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

18. Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
7.8 out of 10, Good, (409 reviews)
"Staff is great - rooms very clean"
United States
Nancy
The price is ￥12,749
￥14,024 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Escondido Lodge
Lobby sitting area

19. Apple Tree Inn

Apple Tree Inn
2.0 star property
Julian
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great! Good air conditioning and nice clean room"
United States
Julia
The price is ￥19,828
￥21,414 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Apple Tree Inn
Blackout drapes, WiFi (free), bed sheets

20. Motel 6 La Mesa, CA

Motel 6 La Mesa, CA
2.0 star property
La Mesa
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"I loved it the rooms are Beautiful and the Staff is very friendly"
United States
Suzanne
The price is ￥17,139
￥18,853 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Motel 6 La Mesa, CA
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Top El Cajon Hotel Reviews

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

8/10 Good
"We had a comfortable stay. It is conveniently located and we could walk to everything we wanted to do. I recommend the upgrade to the bay view it was worth it for the sunsets each night. The hotel is busy so have patience at check in and out but staff were good."
Hannah Rae Lovekamp 3-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Find out more about El Cajon

El Cajon Motels information

Number of reviews
8,011
Accommodation
44 Motels
Lowest Price
￥10,597
Highest Price
￥26,335

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to El Cajon?
Because you'll save on your room, you can enjoy more of the attractions in El Cajon. San Diego Zoo, Petco Park, and Mission Bay are some of the popular places you can visit in the larger area.
What is a motel?
When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find an outdoor pool and free parking. With a stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace after World War II with the appeal of road trip vacations, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in El Cajon?
Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego: Stay within a 20-minute drive of San Diego State University and Balboa Park. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego: Free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities are available during your stay. It's located within a short 9-minute drive of San Diego State University.
How many motels are there in El Cajon?
Expedia has 7 inexpensive motels in El Cajon.
What can I do in El Cajon?
In this family-friendly area, you can check out the shops and enjoy the cafes while you're sightseeing. People visiting El Cajon speak highly of its restaurants. Favorite places in and around El Cajon include San Diego Zoo, Petco Park, and Mission Bay. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Lake Jennings, The Water Conservation Garden, and El Capitan Reservoir. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: P2K Range, USS Midway Museum, and San Diego Air and Space Museum.
What's the seasonal weather like in El Cajon?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in El Cajon to help you plan yours. 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 are my options for getting around El Cajon when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around El Cajon to help you navigate your stay: Fly into San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field), which is located 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from the city center. Otherwise, look for flights into San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is 10.5 mi (16.9 km) away. Take advantage of metro transit at El Cajon Transit Center Station, Arnele Avenue Station, and Gillespie Field Station.

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