El Cajon, CA

Travel Guide

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Where to stay in El Cajon

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Fletcher Hills

While Fletcher Hills might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Parkway Plaza and The Magnolia.

Fletcher Hills
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Shadow Mountain Ranch

While Shadow Mountain Ranch isn't home to many top sights, Shadow Mountain Community Church and Singing Hills Country Club - Willow Glen Course are some notable places to visit nearby.

Shadow Mountain Ranch
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
4 out of 5
1 Market Pl, San Diego, CA
The price is AED 592 per night from May 23 to May 24
AED 592
AED 861 total
includes taxes & fees
23 May - 24 May
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 6 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,756 reviews)
"Newly renovated room. Beds are comfy."

Reviewed on 5 May 2025

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
The Dana on Mission Bay
The Dana on Mission Bay
3.5 out of 5
1710 W Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 621 per night from May 11 to May 12
AED 621
AED 714 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a marina, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,358 reviews)
Fun place
"It was a port in a storm. Loved everything,,,"

Reviewed on 2 May 2025

The Dana on Mission Bay
San Diego Mission Bay Resort
San Diego Mission Bay Resort
4 out of 5
1775 E Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 731 per night from May 11 to May 12
AED 731
AED 1,006 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Book a stay at this beach hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,203 reviews)
Friends Time
"Great location. Excellent restaurant! Friendly staff."

Reviewed on 5 May 2025

San Diego Mission Bay Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel
Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel
2.5 out of 5
819 University Ave, San Diego, CA
Stay at this aparthotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and housekeeping. Popular attractions San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (132 reviews)
"The room was small. Bed comfortable. I like that I could walk in all directions in the neighborhood and find stores, restaurants, markets. We had construction noise early in the morning. Parking was a bit tricky but they do have it for an extra charge. It was a nice stay and I would visit again and ..."

Reviewed on 3 May 2025

Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel
Kasa Little Italy San Diego
Kasa Little Italy San Diego
4.5 out of 5
1331 Columbia St, San Diego, CA
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Port of San Diego ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (155 reviews)
"Loved the communication between the virtual front desk and myself, made things very easy. Property and room were very well maintained, and was extremely welcoming. Loved every part of our stay at Kasa, will definitely be back."

Reviewed on 6 May 2025

Kasa Little Italy San Diego
San Diego Country Estates
San Diego Country Estates
2.5 out of 5
25385 Pappas Rd, Ramona, CA
Book a stay at this spa condo in Ramona. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (210 reviews)
"Spacious, clean, & comfortable. Friendly staff :) Room had everything we needed. We will definitely return!"

Reviewed on 22 April 2025

San Diego Country Estates
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of El Cajon

3.5
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
78
5 - Excellent 18%
4 - Good
138
4 - Good 32%
3 - Okay
144
3 - Okay 34%
2 - Disappointing
39
2 - Disappointing 9%
1 - Terrible
30
1 - Terrible 7%

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

The surrounding neighbor hood not very appealing but the casino grounds and mountain side views from the rooms re very nice.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Just feel miss lead I was thinking that the restaurants would be open as well with the pools

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

El Cajon seemed to have a small town good vibe on its surface. However, there seems to be a dark, seedy underbelly that smacks of degeneracy, despair and overall darkness that appears to have saturated parts of the community.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

The city itself is reasonably nice. The area we visit is central to the city and there are a lot of options for activities nearby. The only issue I have is the traffic and the many freeway switches required to travel the area.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Place is nice enough but we stayed on our way in to fly out and when we returned a week later. Both times we were awakened early by other guests possibly going to jobs. Don’t seem to care about how load they are.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Was only there for business.