Title: Descanso Travel Guide: Best of Descanso, California Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Descanso](https://expedia.co.uk/Descanso-Hotels.d6126297.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Descanso](https://expedia.co.uk/Descanso-Holiday-Rentals.d6126297.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Descanso Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Descanso.d6126297.Car-Hire-Guide)[Descanso Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Descanso.d6126297.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Descanso Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Beautiful flower blossom at Descanso Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6126297/5a64ad1e-7137-4ac7-8e29-8caa86a8930c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Beautiful flower blossom at Descanso Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6126297/5a64ad1e-7137-4ac7-8e29-8caa86a8930c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cuyamaca Peak and the city of El Cajon, as seen from Mt. Helix Park in La Mesa, located in San Diego, California.; Shutterstock ID 425823196](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6126297/3a12ec5c-1e92-42d6-b11a-da0036f78af0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Found out about this hike from one of the hotel staff as I do with most of my hikes. This was a fairly easy easy hike with only about 750 ft of elevation gain pretty much all on the way out. It was about a 4 mile round trip and was a really pleasant hike except for the rain that kept plaguing us every time I pulled out my camera... ran into very few people on the trail which was nice but I’m sure that had to do with the fact it was raining.. anyway this is a nice hike and would recommend for anyone wanting to kill a couple of hours...](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6126297/3c49dc7a-b2d2-4e61-8745-6256bb636d3e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![This is a great hike! lots of boulders to jump around on, This waterfall is at the top of the sisters and if it hasn't rained in a while... there's no water! I took this pic today straight after it rained this week! hike takes 3-4 hrs from car to falls and back, but leave an hour or so for lunch! Enjoy.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6126297/2bdf4b2a-4014-4fe1-aa6f-0ceeda08120d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Descanso Things to do - Top hotels in Descanso - Top Holiday Rentals in Descanso ![Sycuan Casino Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33670000/33661500/33661441/1f4c359a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sycuan Casino Resort 5469 Casino Way El Cajon CA Stay at this spa hotel in El Cajon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,704 reviews) Very nice great scenery Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=33661441&PinnedHotelID=33661441&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6126297) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=33661441&PinnedHotelID=33661441&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6126297) ![Rancho Bernardo Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3100/3007/3bc70247_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rancho Bernardo Inn 17550 Bernardo Oaks Dr San Diego CA £255 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury resort in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (997 reviews) Great property with attentive staff. Would definitely stay again! Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=3007&PinnedHotelID=3007&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6126297) ![Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/470000/461200/461101/f85548dd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU 6474 El Cajon Blvd San Diego CA Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,353 reviews) The room was very clean, updated, and staff was very friendly. Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=461101&PinnedHotelID=461101&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6126297) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=461101&PinnedHotelID=461101&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6126297) [See all 1,080 properties in Descanso](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6126297) 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. ![San Diego Country Estates](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4700/4694/ed817c90_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### San Diego Country Estates 15501 Davis Cup Ln, Bldg 8, Unit 5501 Ramona CA Stay at this golf condo in Ramona. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and on-site spa services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (253 reviews) Wonderful stay! Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ramona-Hotels-San-Diego-Country-Estates.h4694.Hotel-Information) ![Jamul's Jewel: 10ACRES,Hilltop,Heated*Salt Pool,Spa*,City & Mtn.Views,B-Ball Court*,Grill,Horseshoes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107270000/107263600/107263511/0d109014_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Jamul's Jewel: 10ACRES,Hilltop,Heated\*Salt Pool,Spa\*,City & Mtn.Views,B-Ball Court\*,Grill,Horseshoes Jamul CA Stay at this golf villa in Jamul. Enjoy private pools, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Sycuan Casino and Jamul Casino are located ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (48 reviews) Great stay Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Jamul-Hotels-Jamuls-Jewel-10ACRES.h107263511.Hotel-Information) ![Serenity in the Woods - Beautiful Log Cabin on 2 acres with AC & WiFi & Xbox](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/108000000/107990900/107990803/2355511c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Serenity in the Woods - Beautiful Log Cabin on 2 acres with AC & WiFi & Xbox Julian CA Stay at this cabin in Julian. Enjoy a sauna, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions William Heise County Park and Julian Pioneer Museum are located ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (43 reviews) Great place and location. Highly recommended Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Julian-Hotels-Serenity-In-The-Woods-Beautiful-Log-Cabin-On-2-Acres-With-AC-WiFi-Xbox.h107990803.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Descanso](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6126297&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) 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. ## Check Descanso hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6126297&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08)[7 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6126297&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6126297&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6126297&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6126297&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6126297&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit #### Cuyamaca Meadow Nature Preserve You can take time to visit Cuyamaca Meadow Nature Preserve during your travels to Descanso. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cuyamaca-Meadow-Nature-Preserve-Descanso.d632321276798537728.Attraction) #### Descanso Branch San Diego County Library Descanso Branch San Diego County Library is just one of the places to see in Descanso, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Descanso-Branch-San-Diego-County-Library-Descanso.d873513923563991040.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Main Street in Julian](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46762151/34201966-cae0-498e-9753-9484a08fade3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pies & Pickaxes: A Historic Walking Tour of Julian, CA £6 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/pies-pickaxes-a-historic-walking-tour-of-julian.a46762151.activity-details) ![Intro to Wild Clay/Earthenware Pottery Workshop](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48495859/b79acdb7-282d-4cc3-885f-4d9e25175070.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Intro to Wild Clay/Earthenware Pottery Workshop £54 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/intro-to-wild-clayearthenware-pottery-workshop.a48495859.activity-details) ![Salem Puzzling Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45939674/ec51f193-e535-43bf-8c37-0c6a9c2b14f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Julian Puzzling Adventure £26 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/julian-puzzling-adventure.a45939674.activity-details) [See all activities in Descanso](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Descanso.d6126297.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Descanso ![Iron Mountain trail with fence in Poway, California.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9443/d83d7d0b-1395-4788-891d-f9c390ed43c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ramona ![Panoramic view of New Melones Lake, a reservoir on the foothills of Sierra Mountains; California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/177691/6ea9c7a2-1f95-4e5f-b998-08acca46051d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Lakeside - Cities near Descanso - Places of interest [Ramona](https://expedia.co.uk/Ramona.dx9443)[Lakeside](https://expedia.co.uk/Lakeside.dx177691) - [San Diego State University ](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Diego-State-University-Mid-City.d502542.Attraction) - [Anza Borrego Desert State Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Anza-Borrego-Desert-State-Park-California.d6128008.Attraction) - [Barona Casino ](https://expedia.co.uk/Barona-Casino-Lakeside.d553248621532638471.Attraction) - [Julian Town Hall ](https://expedia.co.uk/Julian-Town-Hall-Julian.d553248621532639218.Attraction) - [Shadow Mountain Community Church ](https://expedia.co.uk/Shadow-Mountain-Community-Church-El-Cajon.d553248635996998467.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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