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Our top choices for El Cajon motels

Front of property

Relax Inn And Suites

Relax Inn And Suites
2.0 star property
El Cajon
5.8 out of 10, (399 reviews)
"Room comfortable, staff wonderful"
United States
Drew
The price is £55
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Relax Inn And Suites
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, (1,709 reviews)
"A good place to stay if you need a place to crash in for the night"
United States
Ivy Ruth
The price is £64
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
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, (1,007 reviews)
"Room was clean and updated, checkin and check out was easy, staff was nice, breakfast area was small but was ok. Restaurants and stores are close by. Water Conservation Garden and Heritage of the Americas Museum were close by. Online the property looks nicer but overall our stay was pleasant."
United States
Sergio
The price is £71
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego

Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego
2.0 star property
Downtown El Cajon
6.6 out of 10, (447 reviews)
"Room felt very comfortable and clean. Hot outside but nice. Excellent rate through Expedia 😊"
United States
Lisa Marie
The price is £84
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego
Superior Double Room | Desk, blackout curtains, 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, (715 reviews)
"Warm welcome, safe and easy parking"
Mexico
Danae
The price is £70
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Valley Motel El Cajon-San Diego
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, (679 reviews)
"Came into the rooms with dirty sheets that smelled like pee which covered half of the bed."
United States
Jaylen
The price is £68
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Northgate Motel
Lobby sitting area

Apple Tree Inn

Apple Tree Inn
2.0 star property
Julian
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Air conditioning units were new and worked well. Room was clean and ready for us. The internet was poor and very spotty. Parking was great. Convenient to Heroes restaurant which is outstanding."
United States
Rachel
The price is £83
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Apple Tree Inn
Exterior

Ramona Valley Inn

Ramona Valley Inn
2.0 star property
Ramona
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean and friendly staff 😊"
United States
Patrick
The price is £63
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Ramona Valley Inn
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, (384 reviews)
"Great place for a short stay. Clean and safe!"
United States
David
The price is £66
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Escondido Lodge
Lobby

Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East

Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East
2.0 star property
Santee
7.6 out of 10, Good, (875 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
Johnny
The price is £83
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East
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, (254 reviews)
"Just what I needed for the night. A clean, quiet, budget friendly with parking."
United States
Sara
The price is £57
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Baycities Motel
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
7.2 out of 10, Good, (166 reviews)
"Loved my stay"
United States
yashkumar
The price is £65
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
ERTH INN by AGA- San Ysidro
Combined shower/bathtub, towels

Motel 6 San Ysidro, CA - San Diego - Border

Motel 6 San Ysidro, CA - San Diego - Border
2.0 star property
San Ysidro
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,520 reviews)
"easy parking, close to border."
United States
Angel
The price is £65
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Motel 6 San Ysidro, CA - San Diego - Border
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Hotel Milagro

Hotel Milagro
2.0 star property
Chula Vista
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,009 reviews)
"Room clean staff friendly and helpful, but lobby was locked some times"
United States
Petra
The price is £61
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Hotel Milagro
Property grounds

National City Motel

National City Motel
2.5 star property
National City
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"It was all good, only stayed for one nigh, but will definitely come back. "
United States
Mercedes
The price is £74
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
National City Motel
Room

Mission Bay Motel

Mission Bay Motel
Pacific Beach
5.8 out of 10, (134 reviews)
"It was convenient from stores and the beach."
United States
Rosane C
The price is £92
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Mission Bay Motel
Property grounds

El Rancho Motel

El Rancho Motel
2.0 star property
Coronado
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (902 reviews)
"Cute cottage style hotel on the Main Street!"
United States
Jeffrey
The price is £123
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
El Rancho Motel
Beach nearby

Coronado Inn

Coronado Inn
2.5 star property
Bayside
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (779 reviews)
"Awesome hotel"
United States
Richard J
The price is £162
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Coronado Inn
Arcade

The Rambler Hotel

The Rambler Hotel
3.0 star property
Chula Vista
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,176 reviews)
"This motel is immaculate and a tremendous deal."
United States
Michiko
The price is £105
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
The Rambler Hotel
Exterior

Coronado Island Inn

Coronado Island Inn
2.5 star property
Coronado
7.2 out of 10, Good, (551 reviews)
The price is £139
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Coronado Island Inn
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Top El Cajon Hotel Reviews

The Dana on Mission Bay

The Dana on Mission Bay

10/10 Excellent
"Our favorite hotel in SD! Had a blast 4th of July weekend! Amazing fireworks from Sea World."
Harry 3-night trip
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The Dana on Mission Bay

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El Cajon Motels information

Number of reviews
16,720
Accommodation
44 Motels
Lowest Price
£55
Highest Price
£162

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to El Cajon?
As you'll save on your room price, you can experience more of the activities in El Cajon. San Diego Zoo, Petco Park and Mission Bay 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 a free parking spot. With a stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the car park. In the US, motels boomed after World War II when cars became more popular along with 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 San Diego State University and Balboa Park. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego: Free WiFi, free parking and laundry facilities are available during your stay. It's located within a short 10-minute drive of San Diego State University.
How many motels will I be able to find in El Cajon?
Expedia has 7 motels in El Cajon.
What can I do in El Cajon?
In this family-friendly area, you can explore the shops and enjoy the cafes while you're sightseeing. People visiting El Cajon speak highly of its restaurants. Favourite places in and around El Cajon include San Diego Zoo, Petco Park and Mission Bay. 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 road trip, 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 temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 14°C. Average annual precipitation for El Cajon is 341 mm.
What are my options for getting around El Cajon while 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 centre. You can also search for flights into San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is 10.5 mi (16.9 km) away. You can access metro transport at El Cajon Transit Center Station, Arnele Avenue Station and Gillespie Field Station.

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