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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, (1,624 reviews)
"Clean room ,friendly staff "
United States
Danny
The price is AED 270
AED 297 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Apr - 16 Apr
Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego
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, (1,003 reviews)
"Great hotel, the breakfast could've been better, but the rooms where clean and the staff was helpful. "
United States
Jennifer
The price is AED 294
AED 324 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego
Front of property

Relax Inn And Suites

Relax Inn And Suites
2.0 star property
El Cajon
5.8 out of 10, (376 reviews)
"The staff is very nice, generous and excellent. Everyone here does an amazing job."
United States
Pete
The price is AED 236
AED 267 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Relax Inn And Suites
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Northgate Motel

Northgate Motel
2.0 star property
El Cajon
7.8 out of 10, Good, (657 reviews)
"Wonderful, quiet, cleaned, good breakfast ,friendly, no prob with everything. "
United States
L and M
The price is AED 271
AED 298 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Northgate Motel
Superior Double Room | Desk, blackout drapes, 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, (698 reviews)
"My first impression it looked a little rough parking was a little sketchy found the front desk person in the liquor store that’s connected to the hotel but once we got our key card the rooms was clean and wash room was easy accessible, place was quiet at night "
United States
Walter
The price is AED 253
AED 278 total
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Valley Motel El Cajon-San Diego
Property grounds

Villa Serena

Villa Serena
2.0 star property
El Cajon
6.4 out of 10, (284 reviews)
"A good option for an inexpensive overnight stay. "
United States
Maryna
The price is AED 288
AED 316 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Villa Serena
Exterior

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, (407 reviews)
"Well ran motel the rooms are clean and the price is cheap though Expedia. The maids clean everything every day. Maintenance man is very friendly and works and keeps everything in order. Thanks this hotel will always be my number 1 choice in El cajon California. Thanks 😊"
United States
Marcus
The price is AED 275
AED 314 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego
Lobby sitting area

Apple Tree Inn

Apple Tree Inn
2.0 star property
Julian
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Welcoming to pets, hiking and great food nearby"
United States
Fabiola
The price is AED 458
AED 495 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Apple Tree Inn
Exterior

Ramona Valley Inn

Ramona Valley Inn
2.0 star property
Ramona
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, clean rooms and very nice pool area. We would stay there again."
United States
Rusty
The price is AED 297
AED 332 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Ramona Valley Inn
Lobby

Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East

Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East
2.0 star property
Santee
7.6 out of 10, Good, (847 reviews)
"Clean room, very helpful staff, great location for my visit "
United States
Deborah
The price is AED 331
AED 370 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Apr - 19 Apr
Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East
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, (310 reviews)
"Friendly helpful staff, clean large rooms, and very close to lots of shopping, parks and coffee shop. Recommend the second floor if you want a quieter experience. "
United States
Jennifer
The price is AED 283
AED 311 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Escondido Lodge
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets

ERTH INN by AGA- San Ysidro

ERTH INN by AGA- San Ysidro
2.5 star property
San Ysidro
7.6 out of 10, Good, (103 reviews)
"Was quiet and clean "
United States
Osmin
The price is AED 268
AED 299 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
ERTH INN by AGA- San Ysidro
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Baycities Motel

Baycities Motel
2.0 star property
Chula Vista
7.0 out of 10, Good, (201 reviews)
"Good for the price"
United States
Christian
The price is AED 243
AED 268 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Baycities Motel
Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Southbay

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Southbay
2.0 star property
Nestor
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Great location clean rooms "
United States
Damian
The price is AED 331
AED 370 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Apr - 16 Apr
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Southbay
Reception

Coronado Inn

Coronado Inn
2.5 star property
Bayside
7.8 out of 10, Good, (686 reviews)
"Comfortable room, great location, friendly staff. I would stay here again. "
United States
Matt
The price is AED 453
AED 498 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Coronado Inn
Arcade

The Rambler Hotel

The Rambler Hotel
3.0 star property
Chula Vista
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,099 reviews)
"Great breakfast and friendly staff"
United States
Jeremy
The price is AED 437
AED 506 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
The Rambler Hotel
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Hotel Milagro

Hotel Milagro
2.0 star property
Chula Vista
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Always good whoever owns this place needs to own the rest in the area "
United States
adrian
The price is AED 235
AED 259 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Hotel Milagro
King Suite with Ocean View | Terrace/patio

Los Bungalows

Los Bungalows
2.5 star property
Imperial Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (523 reviews)
"Fantastic stay and will definitely stay here again! "
United States
Alec
The price is AED 660
AED 752 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Los Bungalows
Property grounds

El Rancho Motel

El Rancho Motel
2.0 star property
Coronado
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (858 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Joseph
The price is AED 584
AED 642 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
El Rancho Motel
Exterior

Coronado Island Inn

Coronado Island Inn
2.5 star property
Coronado
7.2 out of 10, Good, (520 reviews)
"Clean room and very helpful friendly staff"
United States
Fernando
The price is AED 453
AED 498 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Coronado Island Inn
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Top El Cajon Hotel Reviews

The Sofia Hotel

The Sofia Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"I really enjoyed my stay here. The staff was very helpful and friendly. The interior is all upgraded and nice. I would definitely stay here again "
Katie 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
The Sofia Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to El Cajon?
Because you'll save on your room, you can enjoy more of the attractions in El Cajon. San Diego Zoo, Mission Bay, and Petco Park 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 free parking. With a stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace after World War II with the appeal of 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 Balboa Park and San Diego Zoo. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego: Laundry facilities along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay. It's located within a 20-minute drive of Balboa Park and San Diego Zoo.
How many motels are there in El Cajon?
Expedia has 7 inexpensive motels in El Cajon.
What can I do in El Cajon?
In this family-friendly area, you can check out the shops and enjoy the cafes while you're sightseeing. People visiting El Cajon speak highly of its restaurants. Favorite places in and around El Cajon include San Diego Zoo, Mission Bay, and Petco Park. 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 roadtrip, 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 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 are my options for getting around El Cajon when 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 center. Otherwise, look for flights into San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is 10.5 mi (16.9 km) away. Take advantage of metro transit at El Cajon Transit Center Station, Arnele Avenue Station, and Gillespie Field Station.