What is the difference between a 3-star hotel and a motel in Santee?

A motel is an excellent choice if you're planning to road-trip around Santee. These properties are typically located close to airports and highways, offer on-site parking and come with basic amenities and services. Spend your break at a 3-star hotel and you'll be more centrally located. With a wider choice of rooms and welcome conveniences like a lobby, gym and meeting rooms, you can expect to pay extra for hotel accommodations.

Do any 3-star hotels in Santee have a pool?

Enjoy a little poolside recreation at Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East . Or switch from exploring attractions to chilling out by the water at Carlton Oaks Lodge, Ascend Hotel Collection . Both these 3-star stays with pools are located in Santee, where the summer months are June, July and August. Average temperatures range from 19ºC at night to 30ºC during the day in August, the warmest time of year.

What 3-star hotels in Santee have an on-site restaurant?

Following a day of sightseeing adventures, chill out with a delightful meal at Carlton Oaks Lodge, Ascend Hotel Collection 's on-site restaurant. This 3-star Santee property also offers pool sun loungers and a view of the golf course. Or dine without venturing beyond Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon . A swimming pool and premium bedding are just a couple of the other amenities available here.

Do any 3-star hotels in Santee have WiFi?

You bet! Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East and Carlton Oaks Lodge, Ascend Hotel Collection are a couple of Expedia's 3-star hotels in Santee with WiFi. Opt for one of these stays to easily access weather forecasts, travel tips and local insights. Remember, this useful amenity may be free or require an additional payment.

What 3-star hotels in Santee have parking?

If you're planning to get around Santee by car, Carlton Oaks Lodge, Ascend Hotel Collection provides a place to leave your ride. Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East is another popular 3-star getaway with parking. Take a break from the city for a day to explore different areas. Mission San Juan Capistrano and Pechanga Resort & Casino are two awesome sights that you can easily reach by car from Santee.

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￥29,002 total

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Bay Club Hotel & Marina

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￥22,737 total

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Comfort Inn Sea World Area

Point Loma

Maria

￥14,599 total

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Jan 27 - Jan 28

Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor

Point Loma

Reginald D.

￥16,333 total

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Jan 25 - Jan 26

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

National City

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￥24,936 total

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Jan 25 - Jan 26

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld

Point Loma

Jorge

￥19,930 total

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Jan 25 - Jan 26

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Mission Valley

Veerendra

￥14,523 total

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Jan 20 - Jan 21

Best Western Seven Seas

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Thuan

￥12,759 total

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Jan 25 - Jan 26

2 outdoor pools, a heated pool, sun loungers

The Dana on Mission Bay

Mission Bay

Megan

￥32,532 total

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Jan 19 - Jan 20

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

Mission Valley

Michelle

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Bay View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

Downtown San Diego

Zoraima

￥14,507 total

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Jan 19 - Jan 20

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley/Hotel Circle

Mission Valley

Anna Maria

￥21,665 total

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Jan 23 - Jan 24

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

Point Loma

Tyler

￥15,367 total

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Jan 25 - Jan 26

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Mediterranean cuisine

Bahia Resort Hotel

Central Mission Beach

Kimberly

￥37,992 total

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Jan 19 - Jan 20

Pines Corner Penthouse Suite (Recently Renovated) | View from room

La Jolla Cove Suites

Village of La Jolla

Jeannette

￥35,495 total

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Feb 2 - Feb 3

Humphreys Half Moon Inn

Point Loma

Ryan

￥30,243 total

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Feb 2 - Feb 3

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

Mission Valley

Viviann

￥17,694 total

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Jan 25 - Jan 26

Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, free cabanas, sun loungers

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Downtown/Bayside

Downtown San Diego

savannah

￥28,092 total

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Jan 30 - Jan 31

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter

Downtown San Diego

Maryann

￥29,187 total

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Jan 21 - Jan 22

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

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￥23,018 total

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Jan 25 - Jan 26

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"We stayed at Days Inn San Diego for 3 days with our family and had a pleasant experience overall. One of the biggest advantages for us was the room with a kitchen option, which made traveling with family much easier. Being able to prepare simple meals and snacks saved time and money. The room was clean, spacious, and functional. While the property is not luxury and feels a bit dated, everything worked well and met our needs for a family stay. Beds were comfortable, and the kitchen had the basic essentials needed for a short trip. The location is convenient, with easy access to major attractions, restaurants, and highways around San Diego. Parking was available and hassle-free, which is important when traveling with kids. Staff were friendly and helpful, and check-in/check-out was smooth. Breakfast options were basic, but having the kitchen made up for it. Overall, Days Inn San Diego is a good budget-friendly option for families, especially if you want a kitchen and plan to spend most of your time exploring the city. We would consider staying again for a short family trip."

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What are the best 3-star hotels in Santee?

Travelers in search of a comfortable and affordable Santee property often select Carlton Oaks Lodge, Ascend Hotel Collection. This 3-star hotel, roughly 5 kilometers west of the center, comes with a garden and pool sun loungers. Like another idea? Situated 6 kilometers southeast of downtown and featuring a swimming pool and pool sun loungers, Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East is also a preferred choice among guests.

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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Santee?

Relaxation is easy in 3-star hotels in Santee. On top of a cozy environment, these lower-priced stays include plenty of welcome amenities like WiFi, coffee and tea maker and gym equipment. A 4-star hotel offers a more refined experience with upscale features such as an on-site spa center, indoor or outdoor pool and spacious rooms. No matter your desired hotel style or how much you want to spend, we have the right option for you.

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