Travelers can lounge by the seasonal outdoor pool under shaded umbrellas or prepare for adventures near Grossmont College with 24-hour front desk assistance.
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Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East, in the heart of San Diego, welcomes guests with a lobby fireplace. Start your day with continental breakfast, then unwind poolside or hit the gym. Enjoy high-speed WiFi and a business center to stay connected.
Located in El Cajon, Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East is in the city centre. Some of the area's popular attractions include San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park. Enjoy an event or a match at Snapdragon Stadium, and consider making time for LEGOLAND® California—a top attraction that's not to be missed. Visit our El Cajon travel guide
855 Sandalwood Drive, El Cajon, CA, 92021
What's nearby
Parkway Plaza
17 min walk - 1.5 km
Superior Court East County Division
17 min walk - 1.5 km
The Magnolia
19 min walk - 1.6 km
Knox House Museum
19 min walk - 1.6 km
Olaf Wieghorst Museum and Western Heritage Center
4 min drive - 1.9 km
Getting around
Arnele Avenue Station
4 min drive
Old Town Transit Center
18 min drive
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field)
11 min drive
Restaurants
Mr. Shawarma El cajon
15 min walk
Starbucks
12 min walk
Texas Roadhouse
3 min drive
Mal Al Sham
2 min drive
Applebee's Grill + Bar
3 min drive
About this property
Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East
Hotel near San Diego State University
Located close to Grossmont College, Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East provides free continental breakfast, a fireplace in reception and a gym. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, and a business centre are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
A seasonal outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
Free self-parking
Express check-out, luggage storage and a lift
A 24-hour front desk, a gift shop and multilingual staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East offer perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
Other amenities include:
Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cots/infant beds
Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
35-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and fridges
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
Coffee and tea in common areas
Things to do
Gym
Outdoor pool
Family friendly
Fenced pool
In-room cot
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Outdoor pool
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
ATM
Gift shop/newsstand
Luggage storage
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Business services
Business centre
Outdoors
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
3 accessible parking spaces
Braille/raised signage
Handrails in stairways
Lever door handles
Lift
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible gym
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
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1 building
3 floors
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Fireplace in lobby
Traditional architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Free cot
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower/bathtub combination
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
35-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Refrigerator
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Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Desk
Desk chair
Free local calls
Heating (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Phone
Separate sitting area
Window screens
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Minimum check-in age - 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
Late check-out fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Property is also known as
Best Western Continental
Best Western Continental El Cajon
Best Western Continental Inn
Best Western Continental Inn El Cajon
Continental Best Western
El Cajon Best Western
Best Western El Cajon
Best Western Continental Hotel El Cajon
Continental Inn Suites
Best Western Continental Inn
Clarion Pointe El Cajon Diego
Best Western Plus Continental Inn
Best Western Plus Continental Inn Suites
Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East Hotel
Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East El Cajon
Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East Hotel El Cajon
Frequently asked questions
Does Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
How much does it cost to stay at Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East?
As of 9 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East on 15 Mar 2026 start from ฿2,494, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much is parking at Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 25 (subject to availability).
What time is check-out at Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East?
Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 25 (subject to availability).
Where is Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East located?
Located in the heart of El Cajon, this hotel is 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Grossmont College and 9.4 mi (15.2 km) from San Diego State University. Snapdragon Stadium and Barona Casino are also within 16 mi (25 km).
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Reviews
Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East Reviews
6.6
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6.8
Cleanliness
6.4
Location
7.2
Staff & service
6.4
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 221 out of 959 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 242 out of 959 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 208 out of 959 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 133 out of 959 reviews
4 - Poor
133
Rating 2 - Terrible. 155 out of 959 reviews
2 - Terrible
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Reviews
8/10 Good
Sandra
28 Jan 2026
The room was good staff was friendly. The only downside was that the room was not cleaned every day and when it was they didn’t restock the coffee and cups.
1st floor rooms are renovated so highly encourage to ask for 1st floor... however the hotel surroundings are not soo good (homeless people all around).. when u qre inside ur room ur good.. avoid going out after 9
Pros -
Staff is excellent
Breakfast is basic
Rooms are clean and renovated at 1st floor
Ample of parking
Cons -
Bad area near hotel
Walls are thin - common hotel issue
Basic breakfast - no eggs , no meat, no veggie option (only coffe, juice machine, bread butter and waffle)
This time a lot of things were not working right. The sink in the bathroom had no hot water. The bathroom flooded after I took a shower. The phone didn’t work. The girl that checked me out was not very nice. She was to busy on her personal phone. But the times I stayed before were nice. The lady at the front desk was very friendly and helpful. I think her name was Sheri😊
Wifi didn't work, television didn't work, with cabling and wiring hanging out of the walls and outlet, pool and spa were closed. Front desk attitude was basically a sorry we're working on it and offered no fix or offer of compensation or discount.
Michael
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
6/10 Okay
Dennis
6 Sep 2023
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Lots of homeless type shady people hanging around the parking lot area mostly at night. Pool water was green. The room itself was satisfactory. Desk staff seemed understaffed as several times during my stay I couldn’t find anyone because they were doing something elsewhere on the property. When I did have contact with them they were friendly and helpful
The neighborhood is very sketchy with strange people wandering around. Granted the hotel office staff called the police to sort out the vagrants. The rooms seemed updated and clean but the hotel exterior was very dirty and dated. The other clients were also sketchy. I would definitely not stay there again.
The staff was pleasant and professional, but the room left alot to be desired. The bed was not very comfortable, but we were tired enough to not care. Our TV only worked occasionally. The pucture came on for a few minutes at a time. But the real disaster was the shower! The water leaked out of the wheel chair accessible shower and eventually out of the bathroom! The staff looked at the problem and made note of the horrible construction.
Stanley
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
6/10 Okay
Courtney
7 Feb 2025
Liked: Staff & service
It was excellent for the price. The front desk girl was extremely helpful and friendly. The hotel was just next to the freeway and in a bit of a sketchy area with a gas station in the same parking lot so I felt a little uncomfortable there. There were sketchy people, seemingly homeless, hanging around behind the gas station in the parking lot nearby when we pulled in. The phone in my room was not plugged in and the front desk girl said they didn't finish updating the phones in our half of the building yet. So I suppose that means they have fixed that now, but it was definitely a little creepy that the phone didn't work in our room while we were there. There was also two TVs in our room, one in the living room area and one in the bedroom, but we only had one set of remotes. Overall, it was definitely a low-end hotel, but it was cheap and NO bed bugs, so I would stay there again if I need a cheap stay in the area. It seems like they were actively making improvements to the hotel so regardless of the location, I think they are trying to make it better. The tub/shower was definitely nice and big.
This property is dirty, room was clean, they accommodate 28 day stays for locals that actually live there. People are selling drugs from the rooms. The room was supposed to have a fireplace, there was no fireplace, they listing said there was a pool, the pool can not be used as it was algae filled and green, the hot tub had no water in it. Completely false advertising. This hotel is not 3 stars. My wallet fell out of me bag in the elevator , and one of the tenants that lives at this property came in as I was leaving and stole all
My money from the wallet. The best part of the room was the whirlpool hot tub, and the dennys across the way as their continental breakfasts was sub par, they did let me a check out late, as I had to work at 8 am and needed to come back to pick up my husband and our stuff.