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Our top choices for El Capitan Reservoir hotels

Terrace/patio

1. Ayres Lodge Alpine

Ayres Lodge Alpine
3.0 star property
7.2 km from El Capitan Reservoir
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,042 reviews)
"Good experience, clean rooms and good breakfast"
United States
Ghania
The price is ￥20,437
￥22,112 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Ayres Lodge Alpine
Exterior

2. Viejas Casino & Willows Hotel

Viejas Casino & Willows Hotel
4.0 star property
10.1 km from El Capitan Reservoir
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,017 reviews)
"Everything was very clean and great food."
United States
Jacob
The price is ￥19,261
￥24,120 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 5 - Aug 6
Viejas Casino & Willows Hotel
Golf course views, serves lunch, dinner, and happy hour

3. San Vicente Golf Resort

San Vicente Golf Resort
3.0 star property
11.2 km from El Capitan Reservoir
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Quiet and pleasant workers"
United States
Pamela
The price is ￥20,003
￥21,603 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
San Vicente Golf Resort
Outdoor spa tub

4. Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat and Spa

Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat and Spa
4.5 star property
21.1 km from El Capitan Reservoir
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (673 reviews)
"Lake view Quiet place Comfy bed"
United States
Susana
The price is ￥19,539
￥21,102 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat and Spa
Exterior

5. San Diego Country Estates

San Diego Country Estates
2.5 star property
11.1 km from El Capitan Reservoir
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (282 reviews)
"Clean rooms, friendly staff"
United States
James
The price is ￥14,865
￥20,465 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
San Diego Country Estates
Lobby sitting area

6. Apple Tree Inn

Apple Tree Inn
2.0 star property
24.9 km from El Capitan Reservoir
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
"Great! Good air conditioning and nice clean room"
United States
Julia
The price is ￥21,037
￥22,720 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Apple Tree Inn
Front of property

7. Tucker Peak Lodge

Tucker Peak Lodge
2.5 star property
22.5 km from El Capitan Reservoir
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (313 reviews)
"Property was beautiful and clean rooms. We enjoyed our stay. "
United States
Angelina
The price is ￥24,342
￥26,290 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Tucker Peak Lodge
Property grounds

8. Vineyard Hacienda

Vineyard Hacienda
3.5 star property
23.6 km from El Capitan Reservoir
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (580 reviews)
"The artecture in particular"
Canada
Michele
The price is ￥24,070
￥25,995 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 5 - Aug 6
Vineyard Hacienda
Exterior

9. WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast

WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast
2.5 star property
22.1 km from El Capitan Reservoir
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (187 reviews)
"Very nice and clean hotel and very friendly and helpful staff."
United States
Joel
The price is ￥21,075
￥23,182 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast
Exterior

10. Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego

Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego
2.5 star property
19.8 km from El Capitan Reservoir
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (890 reviews)
"Call little spot to stay in had an issue with the air conditioner maintenance guy fixed it in 10 minutes. I’d stay here again staff for friendly and attentive. My family and I enjoyed the stay."
United States
Leif
The price is ￥23,666
￥26,078 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego
Free daily on-the-go breakfast

11. Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego

Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego
2.0 star property
20.2 km from El Capitan Reservoir
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,007 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 ￥13,331
￥14,690 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego
Breakfast and dinner served

12. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon
3.0 star property
20.5 km from El Capitan Reservoir
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Love to do staycations here when we go to concerts at the Magnolia ❤️"
United States
Michelle
The price is ￥25,401
￥27,991 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon
Outdoor wedding area

13. Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel
3.0 star property
22.2 km from El Capitan Reservoir
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,007 reviews)
"Love this place"
United States
Donaciano
The price is ￥16,275
￥23,293 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Outdoor pool

14. Best Western Santee Lodge

Best Western Santee Lodge
2.5 star property
18.5 km from El Capitan Reservoir
7.8 out of 10, Good, (680 reviews)
"Bathroom was nasty, breakfast was horrible"
United States
Simara
The price is ￥19,756
￥21,770 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Best Western Santee Lodge
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

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

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego-East/El Cajon
2.0 star property
19 km from El Capitan Reservoir
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Rooms were cheap clean property was clean convenient close to where I was working"
United States
James
The price is ￥16,174
￥17,823 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego-East/El Cajon
Exterior

16. Ramona Valley Inn

Ramona Valley Inn
2.0 star property
17.4 km from El Capitan Reservoir
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Really calmly hotel"
United States
William
The price is ￥11,803
￥13,276 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Ramona Valley Inn
Lobby

17. Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East

Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East
2.0 star property
19.4 km from El Capitan Reservoir
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 ￥13,967
￥15,628 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), alarm clocks

18. Northgate Motel

Northgate Motel
2.0 star property
20.2 km from El Capitan Reservoir
7.8 out of 10, Good, (686 reviews)
"Very Comfortable with large room."
United States
Andrea
The price is ￥12,252
￥13,477 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Northgate Motel
Exterior

19. Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego
2.0 star property
20.3 km from El Capitan Reservoir
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,742 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful when I needed an extra person to check in later"
United States
Jacqueline
The price is ￥12,569
￥13,850 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego
One Bedroom Suite, 1 King Bed, Soaking Tub, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

20. Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East

Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East
3.0 star property
19.2 km from El Capitan Reservoir
6.6 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"I really liked that the hotel was updated with wood floors and also it was very convenient to be right off the I-8 to get to different places in San Diego."
United States
Tina
The price is ￥14,442
￥15,886 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East
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.
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Compare popular hotels close to El Capitan Reservoir

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
Terrace/patio
Ayres Lodge Alpine
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,042 reviews
View
Exterior
Viejas Casino & Willows Hotel
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,017 reviews
View
Golf course views, serves lunch, dinner, and happy hour
San Vicente Golf Resort
3.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,000 reviews
View
Outdoor spa tub
Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat and Spa
4.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
673 reviews
View
Exterior
San Diego Country Estates
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
282 reviews
View

Top El Capitan Reservoir Hotel Reviews

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel staff were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and helpful throughout my stay. They even allowed me a complimentary late checkout after my flight was delayed, which I truly appreciated. I had a wonderful experience and will definitely stay here again in the future. I highly recommend this hotel to my friends and family."
Mohammed 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Other attractions near El Capitan Reservoir

A waterfall flowing through a rocky gorge with large boulders.
Photo by Gerard Nastor
Open Photo by Gerard Nastor

Barona Creek Golf Club

10.0/10 (1 review)
Enjoy a round of golf in Lakeside at Barona Creek Golf Club. Make time to visit the area's casinos, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around El Capitan Reservoir?
El Capitan Reservoir is located in an area that travelers like for its beaches. You'll find 10 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
Where is the best place to stay near El Capitan Reservoir?
Sycuan Casino Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a casino. You'll find it 8.5 mi (13.8 km) from El Capitan Reservoir. Other good options in the area include Rancho Bernardo Inn and SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Rancho Bernardo/Scripps Poway.
How many hotels can I expect to find near El Capitan Reservoir?
Expedia has 10 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from El Capitan Reservoir.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near El Capitan Reservoir, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view top deals close to El Capitan Reservoir.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near El Capitan Reservoir?
For more details about changing or cancelling your stay near El Capitan Reservoir, head over to our customer service page.
What can I see and do near El Capitan Lake?
Presidio Santa Barbara, MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum feature captivating exhibits. Sights like Mission Santa Barbara, El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park, and Casa de la Guerra are must-sees while exploring the area. You can watch performances at Lobero Theater, Arlington Theater, and Santa Barbara Bowl if you're interested in local theater.