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Our top choices for El Cajon beach hotels

A modern restaurant with a bar area, dining tables, and chairs.

1. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon
3.0 star property
Downtown El Cajon
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean, nicely decorated big room."
United States
Erin
The price is AED 656
AED 722 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon
An outdoor patio with a fire pit, seating, and a view of Fletcher Marketplace.

2. Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego

Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego
2.5 star property
El Cajon
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (941 reviews)
"Excellent service and hospitality"
United States
Alex
The price is AED 515
AED 568 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego
A hotel room with two beds, a large landscape painting above the beds, and a nightstand with a lamp.

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

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego-East/El Cajon
2.0 star property
El Cajon
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,010 reviews)
"We studied for 2 nights and it was a very comfortable stay. Easy check in, great liven and clean rooms."
United States
Christian
The price is AED 312
AED 344 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego-East/El Cajon
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

4. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Room was clean, quiet & very comfortable."
United States
Lori
The price is AED 303
AED 334 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego
A hotel room with two beds, each with a patterned bedspread, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

5. Northgate Motel

Northgate Motel
2.0 star property
El Cajon
7.8 out of 10, Good, (741 reviews)
"Loved the comfortable Beds room was really big and nice"
United States
Nyoka
The price is AED 250
AED 275 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Northgate Motel
A motel sign with a number '6' and an 'ENTER' arrow, indicating the direction to the motel.

6. 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, (1,826 reviews)
"Room was clean and staff was friendly."
United States
Justin
The price is AED 240
AED 275 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, bedside lamps, and artwork on the walls.

7. Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites

Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
El Cajon
7.2 out of 10, Good, (205 reviews)
"Very good hotel I like it"
United States
nail
The price is AED 282
AED 310 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites
A compact hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a small refrigerator, and an air conditioning unit.

8. Valley Motel El Cajon-San Diego

Valley Motel El Cajon-San Diego
2.0 star property
El Cajon
6.6 out of 10, (745 reviews)
"Friendly very informative staff truly always a good reminder each time and the neat things are spacious room like an apartment. Loving the cold a/c was perfect! Thank you for your service!"
United States
lowena
The price is AED 225
AED 247 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Valley Motel El Cajon-San Diego
A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a heater, and a window with curtains.

9. Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East

Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East
3.0 star property
El Cajon
6.6 out of 10, (1,003 reviews)
"The place to old"
United States
Juan
The price is AED 298
AED 328 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a microwave, and a small refrigerator.

10. Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego

Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego
2.0 star property
El Cajon
6.6 out of 10, (498 reviews)
"Clean room and easy parking"
United States
Adrian
The price is AED 323
AED 356 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego
A reception area with a black counter, a potted plant, a white table, and a black office chair.

11. Best Inn & Suites

Best Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
El Cajon
6.4 out of 10, (343 reviews)
"Thank you 😊"
United States
Teresa
The price is AED 430
AED 473 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Best Inn & Suites
A building with a sign reading "RELAX INN & SUITES".

12. Relax Inn And Suites

Relax Inn And Suites
2.0 star property
El Cajon
5.6 out of 10, (484 reviews)
"The most disgusting hotel I’ve ever step foot into"
United States
Camille
The price is AED 193
AED 221 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Relax Inn And Suites
A hotel room with two beds, a sitting area, and a bathroom.

13. Quality Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego East

Quality Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego East
2.5 star property
El Cajon
4.8 out of 10, (726 reviews)
"It is a very nice place"
United States
Salvador
The price is AED 286
AED 316 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Quality Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego East
A swimming pool with palm trees and a mountain in the background.

14. Sycuan Casino Resort

Sycuan Casino Resort
4.0 star property
El Cajon
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,209 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Kimberly
The price is AED 334
AED 412 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Sycuan Casino Resort
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Top El Cajon Hotel Reviews

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

10/10 Excellent
"The stay here was exceptional! We stayed here for the Knocked Loose concert at Petco park. Staff were so kind and welcoming will be staying here again!"
Jasmine 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Frequently asked questions

What is El Cajon like for travelers who love the beach?
Known for its shopping and golf courses, El Cajon offers a lot for the traveler planning a getaway.
When's the best time for a beach vacation in El Cajon?
You can plan your beach trip with this snapshot of weather throughout the year in El Cajon: The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 72°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 56°F. Average annual precipitation for El Cajon is 13 inches.
What is there to see and do around El Cajon?
After checking into your accommodation of choice, you'll probably want to venture out and explore. Beach lovers can head straight to Glorietta Bay Park Beach or Coronado Municipal Beach for some quality time by the water. Take advantage of the area's shopping and golf courses, and make time for local attractions like The Magnolia and Grossmont College. Other things to see and do in the area are Singing Hills Country Club - Willow Glen Course and Sycuan Casino.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in El Cajon?
Here's some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in El Cajon more easily: Make your way to El Cajon with a flight to San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field), the closest major airport which is located 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from the city center. You can take advantage of metro transit at El Cajon Transit Center Station, Arnele Avenue Station, and Gillespie Field Station.

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