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Our top choices for El Cajon motels

Free daily on-the-go breakfast

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, (1,004 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 ฿2,752
฿3,033 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego
Exterior

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, (1,727 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful when I needed an extra person to check in later"
United States
Jacqueline
The price is ฿2,595
฿2,859 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, alarm clocks

Northgate Motel

Northgate Motel
2.0 star property
El Cajon
7.8 out of 10, Good, (683 reviews)
"It was a small motel which was great so not a lot of traffic. The room was nice and clean and the ac worked great. Close to food places."
United States
Lucia
The price is ฿2,586
฿2,844 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Northgate Motel
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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, (456 reviews)
"It is very good"
Canada
Ahmad
The price is ฿3,170
฿3,804 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego
Front of property

Relax Inn And Suites

Relax Inn And Suites
2.0 star property
El Cajon
5.8 out of 10, (403 reviews)
"Staff good plenty of parking"
United States
peter
The price is ฿2,859
฿3,220 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Relax Inn And Suites
Superior Double Room | Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Valley Motel El Cajon-San Diego

Valley Motel El Cajon-San Diego
2.0 star property
El Cajon
6.6 out of 10, (719 reviews)
"Warm welcome, safe and easy parking"
Mexico
Danae
The price is ฿2,681
฿2,949 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Valley Motel El Cajon-San Diego
Lobby

Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East

Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East
2.0 star property
Santee
7.6 out of 10, Good, (880 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 ฿2,883
฿3,226 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East
Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel 6 La Mesa, CA

Motel 6 La Mesa, CA
2.0 star property
La Mesa
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"I loved it the rooms are Beautiful and the Staff is very friendly"
United States
Suzanne
The price is ฿3,672
฿4,040 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Motel 6 La Mesa, CA
Arcade

The Rambler Hotel

The Rambler Hotel
3.0 star property
Chula Vista
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,175 reviews)
"Fun vibe, would definitely stay here again!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is ฿4,519
฿5,228 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
The Rambler Hotel
Exterior

Ramona Valley Inn

Ramona Valley Inn
2.0 star property
Ramona
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Really calmly hotel"
United States
William
The price is ฿2,437
฿2,741 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Ramona Valley Inn
Lobby sitting area

Studio 6 National City, CA - Naval Base San Diego

Studio 6 National City, CA - Naval Base San Diego
2.0 star property
National City
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Good last minute place to stay at"
United States
bryan
The price is ฿2,822
฿3,105 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Studio 6 National City, CA - Naval Base San Diego
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Hotel Milagro

Hotel Milagro
2.0 star property
Chula Vista
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Mary
The price is ฿2,773
฿3,050 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Hotel Milagro
Beach nearby

Coronado Inn

Coronado Inn
2.5 star property
Bayside
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (798 reviews)
"Such a great stay , friendly staff and super clean and comfortable. Great getaway destination would highly recommend. Can’t wait to book again."
United States
ruben
The price is ฿6,647
฿7,312 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Coronado Inn
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (396 reviews)
"Great place for a short stay. Clean and safe!"
United States
David
The price is ฿2,732
฿3,005 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Escondido Lodge
Property grounds

El Rancho Motel

El Rancho Motel
2.0 star property
Coronado
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (912 reviews)
"Cute cottage style hotel on the Main Street!"
United States
Jeffrey
The price is ฿3,710
฿4,081 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
El Rancho Motel
Lobby sitting area

Crown City Inn

Crown City Inn
2.5 star property
Coronado
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (779 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Mondi
The price is ฿6,662
฿7,328 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Crown City Inn
Lobby sitting area

Apple Tree Inn

Apple Tree Inn
2.0 star property
Julian
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Stayed in Handicap room, it was wonderful, many grab bars, wheelchair accessible shower. The staff was very helpful and friendly and the room was immaculate. WiFi was spotty but it was nice to disconnect."
United States
Donna
The price is ฿3,929
฿4,243 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Apple Tree Inn
Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

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, (1,005 reviews)
"Friendly staff, easy to check in and out. No microwave, iron, coffee pot or fridge in rooms"
United States
Patrick
The price is ฿3,521
฿3,878 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Motel 6 La Mesa, CA - San Diego
Property grounds

National City Motel

National City Motel
2.5 star property
National City
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"It was all good, only stayed for one nigh, but will definitely come back. "
United States
Mercedes
The price is ฿3,042
฿3,346 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
National City Motel
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Baycities Motel

Baycities Motel
2.0 star property
Chula Vista
7.2 out of 10, Good, (261 reviews)
"Nice clean safe"
United States
Kayla
The price is ฿2,671
฿2,938 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Baycities Motel
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Hilton San Diego Bayfront

Hilton San Diego Bayfront

10/10 Excellent
"Good"
Mauricio 2-night trip
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Hilton San Diego Bayfront

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El Cajon Motels information

Number of reviews
9,852
Accommodation
44 Motels
Lowest Price
฿2,741
Highest Price
฿7,328

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to El Cajon?
As you'll save on your room price, you can experience more of the activities 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 a free parking spot. With a stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the car park. In the US, motels boomed after World War II when cars became more popular along with 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 self-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 will I be able to find in El Cajon?
Expedia has 7 motels in El Cajon.
What can I do in El Cajon?
In this family-friendly area, you can explore the shops and enjoy the cafes while you're sightseeing. People visiting El Cajon speak highly of its restaurants. Favourite 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 Natural History Museum.
What's the seasonal weather like in El Cajon?
Weather can make or break a road trip, 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 temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 14°C. Average annual precipitation for El Cajon is 341 mm.
What are my options for getting around El Cajon while 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 centre. You can also search for flights into San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is 10.5 mi (16.9 km) away. You can access metro transport at El Cajon Transit Center Station, Arnele Avenue Station and Gillespie Field Station.

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