The Best Hotels Closest to Old Mission Dam in Santee for 2026

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An outdoor dining area with tables set for a formal event, featuring candelabras and neatly folded napkins.

A poolside area with a fire feature and orange chairs.

A lodge entrance with a wooden door and wrought iron gates, surrounded by potted plants and a paved walkway.

A golf course with a pond, a flag, and a building in the background.

1. Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3.1 km from Old Mission Dam

Donaciano

AED 422

AED 585 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A pathway flanked by neatly trimmed hedges and a building with a balcony.

A lobby with a mosaic fountain, seating area, and a book display.

A courtyard with a small pond, trees, and a fountain.

A courtyard with a small water feature surrounded by rocks and greenery.

2. California Suites Hotel

12.3 km from Old Mission Dam

Leo

AED 294

AED 338 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, framed pictures on the wall, a clock, and a seating area with a table and chairs.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

A hotel bathroom with a shower, a sink, a mirror, and a towel rack.

3. Pleasant Inn

12.2 km from Old Mission Dam

alexandre

AED 253

AED 290 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A spacious hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a coffee station, and a television.

A hotel with a covered entrance, palm trees, and a clear sky.

A snack aisle with shelves stocked with various treats like Doritos, Lay's, and Pringles.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a chair.

4. Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego-Poway

11.1 km from Old Mission Dam

India

AED 498

AED 548 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white refrigerator, a microwave, and an oven.

A spacious living area with a red sofa, a coffee table with a fruit bowl, and a modern chandelier.

A spacious living room with a large arched window, a red sofa, a coffee table, and a chandelier.

A spacious kitchen with a dining area, equipped with modern appliances and ample seating.

5. Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

8.2 km from Old Mission Dam

Donna

AED 440

AED 497 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel reception area with a cityscape mural, a 'No Smoking' sign, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

A neatly made bed with white linens, a wall-mounted painting of a sunset, and a bedside table with a phone.

An outdoor balcony with a table and chairs, a large umbrella, and a view of trees and buildings.

A modern kitchen area with a coffee station, fruit bowl, and a refrigerator with a glass door displaying food items.

6. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar

13.7 km from Old Mission Dam

Ravi

AED 309

AED 355 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A patio area with outdoor seating, a grill, and palm trees.

A hotel with a brick facade, palm trees, and an American flag.

A corridor with a vending machine and refrigerated shelves stocked with beverages and snacks.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

7. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Sorrento Mesa/Sorrento Valley

15.2 km from Old Mission Dam

Sarah

AED 555

AED 638 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a stone facade, and a clear sky.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a grey carpet, and a glass door entrance.

A compact kitchenette with a refrigerator, microwave, sink, and wooden cabinets.

A hotel room with two beds, a window with blinds, a heater, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wooden wardrobe.

8. WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast

3.5 km from Old Mission Dam

Vanessa

AED 364

AED 400 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern bar area with wooden ceiling beams, bar stools, and a long counter.

A multi-story hotel with a curved facade, balconies, and a central entrance with a glass door.

An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a fire feature.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

9. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central

9.4 km from Old Mission Dam

Johanna

AED 509

AED 585 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio with a stone barbecue grill, wicker furniture, and a covered seating area with blue umbrellas.

A modern hotel dining area with round tables, comfortable seating, and large windows offering views.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small round table, a desk, a TV mounted on the wall, and a bed with a headboard.

A hotel with a stone facade, a flagpole with an American flag, and a parking lot with marked spaces.

10. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Rancho Bernardo Scripps Poway

12.4 km from Old Mission Dam

Amy

AED 577

AED 664 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A patio area with a circular fire pit surrounded by wicker furniture and a stone wall.

A modern bar area with a marble countertop, wooden stools, and a unique hanging light fixture.

A digital display in a hotel lobby with a view of a beach and ocean.

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee bar, and a TV.

11. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Sorrento Valley

16.2 km from Old Mission Dam

Tamara

AED 592

AED 681 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a red chair, and a view of the city.

A conference room with a long table, chairs, a projector screen, and large windows with a view of outdoor umbrellas.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weight benches.

A bar area with a sign reading 'Fireside Bar & Grill,' equipped with a computer and bar stools.

12. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

15.4 km from Old Mission Dam

Peter

AED 559

AED 642 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a stone fire pit, and blue umbrellas.

A bar area with wooden chairs and tables, a TV screen, and a variety of bottles and glasses on the shelves.

A modern hotel lobby with a long seating area, a kitchen in the background, and a bar area with multiple tables and chairs.

A Hyatt House hotel entrance with a covered walkway, palm trees, and well-lit signage.

13. HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa

15.4 km from Old Mission Dam

Victoria

AED 529

AED 608 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A breakfast buffet area with a stone wall, a coffee station, and a fruit display.

A table with two gold-framed lamps and a vase of white flowers.

A hotel lobby with leather armchairs, a sofa, and a reception desk.

An elevator area with stone walls and a potted plant.

14. Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

9.4 km from Old Mission Dam

Sonya

AED 421

AED 484 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a large landscape painting above the beds, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a seating area with sofas and a coffee table, large windows with blinds, and a visible Coca-Cola advertisement.

A modern living room with a sofa set, coffee table, and a potted plant.

A reception area with a wooden counter, framed pictures on the wall, and a view of the parking lot through the glass door.

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

9.6 km from Old Mission Dam

Milad

AED 318

AED 351 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a waterfall feature, surrounded by palm trees and a building with multiple balconies.

A modern hotel with a prominent tower, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple hanging pendant lights, and a bar stocked with bottles and glasses.

A modern outdoor seating area with a wooden wall, a hanging chair, and a large potted plant.

16. San Diego Marriott Mission Valley

11.5 km from Old Mission Dam

Laura

AED 584

AED 671 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A wall-mounted sign with 'Greetings from California' and a coffee station with a coffee maker, cups, and condiments.

A modern bathroom with a bathtub, a shower, and a towel rack.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

A reception area with a wooden desk, a clock, and a glass door leading to a staircase.

17. Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego

8.8 km from Old Mission Dam

Lori

AED 300

AED 330 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit, outdoor seating, string lights, and a tall, narrow heater.

A multi-level hotel lobby with dining areas, a reception desk, and a large TV screen.

A beach with clear skies, a rocky cliff, and a lighthouse in the distance.

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a lamp.

18. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

16 km from Old Mission Dam

Virginia

AED 658

AED 861 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A hotel lobby with a flat-screen TV mounted on a wooden panel, two sofas with yellow cushions, a small round table, and two floor lamps.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a large window offering a view of the landscape.

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a central courtyard, palm trees, and a fountain.

19. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Miramar

9.1 km from Old Mission Dam

Javier

AED 528

AED 606 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel entrance with a stone facade, a covered patio area, and a large glass door.

A spacious living area with a large window, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table.

A kitchen counter with two stainless steel food warmers, a sign for 'CRACKED' with a magnifying glass, and a 'Today's Menu' board.

A multi-story hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance area with seating, and a parking lot.

20. Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa

14.3 km from Old Mission Dam

Loan

AED 390

AED 448 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Old Mission Dam

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel	8.0 Very good 1,000 reviews	View
California Suites Hotel	8.0 Very good 3,005 reviews	View
Pleasant Inn	8.6 Excellent 1,581 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego-Poway	9.0 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU	9.0 Wonderful 1,430 reviews	View

Top Old Mission Dam Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express La Mesa Near SDSU by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"It was a great location for what we were there for. I also like how convenient some food places were and the freeway."

Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East

10/10 Excellent

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Clear Sky Paradise - Pool, Spa & Sunset Vibes

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful house with all the amenities we could need. Host communication was quick and informative. Pool and hot tub were a hit with the whole family, I especially loved the landscaping with beautiful flowers. And my kids loved that their were even pool toys. Kitchen was complete with all the utensils needed to make a meal and pack a lunch to bring to the beach. Master bedroom shower was lovely!"

Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

8/10 Good

"It was well maintained and nice"

San Diego Lux: 5Bedroom/Remodeled/Solar Heated Pool/Spa/GameRoom/Grill/Workspace

10/10 Excellent

"Home was exceptional and close to everything!!! Host was timely and ready to assist with any issues that arise during our visit!!!!"

Motel 6 La Mesa, CA - San Diego

10/10 Excellent

"It’s good enough"

Best Western Santee Lodge

8/10 Good

"The front desk staff was very helpful, the property was clean and it was conveniently located near the freeway"

Heated Pool+Gazebo+Optional Private Suite. Up to 16 guests!

10/10 Excellent

"Great place for a larger group. The host is wonderful, very responsive."

La Mesa Family Retreat - 20 minutes to Beaches & More!

8/10 Good

"Nice roomy and clean property"

Other attractions near Old Mission Dam

A wooden bridge in a natural setting with trees and shrubs.

Mission Trails Regional Park

9.0/10 (24 reviews)

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Mission Trails Regional Park, a lovely green space in Santee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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A misty lake with a metal railing and trees in the foreground.

Santee Lakes

8.8/10 (41 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Santee Lakes during your travels in Santee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Santee Boulders

9.0/10 (12 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Santee Boulders, a lovely green space in Santee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Carlton Oaks Country Club

8.0/10 (19 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Santee at Carlton Oaks Country Club. Attend a sporting event while in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants.

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Cowles Mountain

6.0/10 (2 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cowles Mountain during your travels in San Diego.

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Lake Murray Tennis Center

Catch an event at Lake Murray Tennis Center during your trip to San Diego.

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Off Broadway Live

8.0/10 (4 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at Off Broadway Live on your trip to Santee. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Taylor Guitars

7.2/10 (10 reviews)

You can take time to visit Taylor Guitars during your travels to El Cajon. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area, or seek out the golf courses.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Old Mission Dam?

Old Mission Dam is located in Santee. You'll find 182 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay close to Old Mission Dam?

WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free parking and a fitness center. It's located 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Old Mission Dam. Other good choices within 5 miles include Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel and Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Old Mission Dam?

Expedia has 182 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Old Mission Dam.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Old Mission Dam, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near Old Mission Dam.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Old Mission Dam?

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What can I see and do near Old Mission Dam?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Warbirds West Air Museum and Creation and Earth History Museum. You can enjoy live performances at Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater and Off Broadway Live. Enjoy the outdoors at Mission Trails Regional Park, Sportsplex USA Santee, or Santee Boulders.

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Our top choices for Old Mission Dam hotels

1. Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

2. California Suites Hotel

3. Pleasant Inn

4. Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego-Poway

5. Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

6. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar

7. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Sorrento Mesa/Sorrento Valley

8. WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast

9. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central

10. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Rancho Bernardo Scripps Poway

11. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Sorrento Valley

12. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

13. HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa

14. Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

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

16. San Diego Marriott Mission Valley

17. Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego

18. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

19. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Miramar

20. Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa

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Top Old Mission Dam Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express La Mesa Near SDSU by IHG

Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East

Clear Sky Paradise - Pool, Spa & Sunset Vibes

Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

San Diego Lux: 5Bedroom/Remodeled/Solar Heated Pool/Spa/GameRoom/Grill/Workspace

Motel 6 La Mesa, CA - San Diego

Best Western Santee Lodge

Heated Pool+Gazebo+Optional Private Suite. Up to 16 guests!

La Mesa Family Retreat - 20 minutes to Beaches & More!

Other attractions near Old Mission Dam

Mission Trails Regional Park

Santee Lakes

Santee Boulders

Carlton Oaks Country Club

Cowles Mountain

Lake Murray Tennis Center

Off Broadway Live

Taylor Guitars

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