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Top 10 Descanso hotels and places to stay

Stagecoach Trails RV Resort

2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (45)
"Great place w a pool n showers. Not too far from the town of Julian. Love it here! "
Stagecoach Trails RV Resort

Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat and Spa

4.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (532)
"Very nice and so calm that hotel is so beautiful place "
Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat and Spa

Julian Gold Rush Hotel

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (807)
"Very quaint and quiet, staff was awesome!"
The price is ฿4,773
฿5,154 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Julian Gold Rush Hotel

Backcountry Inn Motel

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (255)
"The beds and air conditioning made for a good nights sleep."
The price is ฿4,149
฿4,481 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Backcountry Inn Motel

Apple Tree Inn

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (935)
"Great location and a lovely cozy feel!"
The price is ฿3,829
฿4,136 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Apple Tree Inn

Viejas Casino & Willows Hotel

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"Overall great trip "
The price is ฿4,004
฿4,991 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Viejas Casino & Willows Hotel

Tucker Peak Lodge

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (285)
"Nice place to get away from it all "
The price is ฿4,105
฿4,433 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Tucker Peak Lodge

Ayres Lodge Alpine

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1011)
"Great place to stay! "
The price is ฿3,857
฿4,173 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Ayres Lodge Alpine

Julian Lodge

2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (129)
"Great location "
The price is ฿4,667
฿5,040 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Julian Lodge

Sycuan Casino Resort

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1514)
"Love this place"
Sycuan Casino Resort

San Vicente Golf Resort

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (975)
"Nice scenic location, good food and bar"
The price is ฿4,230
฿4,568 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
San Vicente Golf Resort

Ramona Valley Inn

2.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (873)
"Great location right next to Barnes and dancing was great peaceful, and quiet location peaceful and quiet location, cowboy country theme downtown will be coming back for vacation again"
The price is ฿2,204
฿2,485 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Ramona Valley Inn

Orchard Hill

3.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (241)
"I've stayed here twice now and will return. Lovely comfortable rooms! "
The price is ฿6,867
฿8,468 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Orchard Hill

Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1005)
"Clean - for the price I was very happy! Bed was decent and the bathroom was super clean!"
The price is ฿3,514
฿4,579 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1246)
"We will definitely be staying there again"
The price is ฿4,385
฿4,944 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1011)
"The staff was friendly and accommodating! "
The price is ฿3,825
฿4,358 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

Harvey's Motel SDSU La Mesa San Diego

2.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (234)
"Staff were so so nice, great places to eat in the area, and despite there being so many end-of-summer concert goers in town, it was so quiet, I had no problem sleeping! Will definitely come back! "
The price is ฿2,755
฿3,472 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Harvey's Motel SDSU La Mesa San Diego

Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego-Poway

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Lovely place to stay. We enjoyed the Hampton Inn very much. We’ll definitely stay there the next time we visit San Diego."
The price is ฿4,181
฿4,607 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego-Poway

Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1006)
"Great place "
The price is ฿2,452
฿2,697 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego

Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East

2.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (788)
"Clean room and bathroom, comfortable bed, quiet, working air conditioner, close to restaurants, very reasonable daily rate."
The price is ฿2,917
฿3,480 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East
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Learn more about Descanso

Nestled among pine forests and mountain wilderness, this tranquil retreat offers spectacular hiking in Cleveland National Forest and Pine Creek Wilderness. Anglers and nature lovers flock to Lake Cuyamaca, while the nearby Anza Borrego Desert State Park transforms into a wildflower paradise each spring.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in Descanso?

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego, located 20.5 mi (33 km) from the heart of Descanso, is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Other good options for your stay in the area are Rancho Bernardo Inn and Courtyard by Marriott San Diego - Rancho Bernardo. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Descanso.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Descanso, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Descanso.

What are some accommodation options with pools in Descanso?

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego: Features a snack bar/deli, an outdoor pool and free self parking. Rancho Bernardo Inn and Courtyard by Marriott San Diego - Rancho Bernardo are two additional hotels with an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools in Descanso.

What is staying in Descanso like?

Visitors can enjoy all that Descanso has to offer, including the shopping and restaurants. In Descanso, there are 9 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Descanso.

What is there to see in Descanso?

Natural beauty is on display at Lake Cuyamaca, Anza Borrego Desert State Park and Cuyamaca Mountain State Wilderness. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Descanso Branch San Diego County Library and Pine Creek Wilderness. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Descanso guide.

What's the seasonal weather in Descanso?

The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 23°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 12°C. Average annual precipitation for Descanso is 293 mm.