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

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

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.

1. Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

1.9 mi from Old Mission Dam

Donaciano

£126

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a building with a white facade and a tree with lights.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

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

2. Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

5.1 mi from Old Mission Dam

Martin

£102

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 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 modern living room with a wooden dining table, grey sofas, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

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

3. WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast

2.2 mi from Old Mission Dam

Vanessa

£74

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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.

An elevator area with stone walls and a potted plant.

A modern hotel lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large painting of a sunset.

4. Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

5.8 mi from Old Mission Dam

Sonya

£102

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

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

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

5. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central

5.8 mi from Old Mission Dam

Johanna

£128

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A spacious lobby with leather sofas, a round coffee table with fruit, and a ceiling adorned with colorful hanging ornaments.

A breakfast bar with a variety of fruits, a Hershey's chocolate bar, and a coffee machine.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a nightstand with a lamp, and a vase of flowers.

A gym with treadmills, ellipticals, and weight machines.

6. Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego

5.1 mi from Old Mission Dam

Aron Roi

£109

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An outdoor patio with a fire pit, seating, and a view of Fletcher Marketplace.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a large window offering a city view.

A multi-story hotel with a pool, parking lot, and a view of distant mountains.

A reception desk with a "Welcome to the Golden State" sign and a "Hilton Honors" sign.

7. Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego

5.1 mi from Old Mission Dam

William

£120

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern hotel with a glass entrance, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a TV.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a lamp.

A modern hotel with a central entrance, large windows, and palm trees.

8. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley Stadium

4.6 mi from Old Mission Dam

KELLEY

£109

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern lobby with a stone wall, blue sofas, a reception desk, and a staircase.

A bar area with three cocktails on a wooden bar counter.

A restaurant with booths and tables, a counter, and a mural on the wall.

A hotel pool area with a circular pool, lounge chairs, umbrellas, and palm trees.

9. Kings Inn San Diego

9.5 mi from Old Mission Dam

Armando

£70

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A spacious outdoor patio with a long rectangular table, several chairs, and a built-in fire feature.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a television.

A spacious living area with a dining table, sofas, and a kitchen in the background.

10. Best Western San Diego/Miramar Hotel

5.7 mi from Old Mission Dam

Richard

£96

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

A hotel room with a desk, office chair, and a sofa with a throw pillow.

A conference room with a long table, black chairs, and two whiteboards on the walls.

A bar area with a sign reading 'Fireside Bar & Grill' and various colorful drinks on the counter.

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

9.6 mi from Old Mission Dam

Peter

£132

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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

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

12. HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa

9.6 mi from Old Mission Dam

Balwinder

£147

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

An outdoor seating area with sofas, a fire pit, and umbrellas.

A hotel entrance with a clear sky, palm trees, and a sign reading "Homewood Suites."

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a bar, and a large window.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a multi-story building with balconies.

13. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Central

Scripps Ranch, 6.8 mi from Old Mission Dam

Kitty

£110

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A modern living room with a fireplace, patterned chairs, decorative vases, and a ceiling fan.

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

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

14. Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego-Poway

6.9 mi from Old Mission Dam

India

£119

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern restaurant with a bar area, dining tables, and chairs.

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

A Courtyard Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a parking area.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a pergola overhead, and a view of the street and buildings in the background.

15. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

5.6 mi from Old Mission Dam

Erin

£157

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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.

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

16. Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego

5.4 mi from Old Mission Dam

Lori

£68

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

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.

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

6 mi from Old Mission Dam

Esekia

£77

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and a sign reading "Springhill Suites Marriott".

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white countertop, and various food items displayed.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a bar.

A hotel room with a sofa, a wooden desk, a chair, a TV, and a tray table.

18. SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Rancho Bernardo/Scripps Poway

7.8 mi from Old Mission Dam

Juana

£132

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A motel sign with a directional arrow and a number '6' indicating the entrance.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.

A motel with a blue sign, a brick facade, and a parking lot with cars.

A reception area with a digital screen displaying weather, a clock, and a sign advertising a 6-star rating.

19. Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

5.3 mi from Old Mission Dam

Melissa

£51

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a grill, and string lights.

A modern hotel lobby with a central dining area, seating arrangements, and a large window providing natural light.

A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, and pendant lighting.

A hotel room with two beds, a dining table set for four, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

20. TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Central

5.7 mi from Old Mission Dam

Lori

£136

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 1,002 reviews	View
Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU	9.0 Wonderful 1,437 reviews	View
WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast	8.6 Excellent 278 reviews	View
Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa	9.2 Wonderful 1,008 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central	8.8 Excellent 1,006 reviews	View

Top Old Mission Dam Hotel Reviews

Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

10/10 Excellent

"Great area"

Motel 6 La Mesa, CA - San Diego

10/10 Excellent

"It’s good enough"

WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay. Comfortable and quiet"

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"

Clear Sky Paradise - Pool, Spa & Sunset Vibes

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing property with all the amenities you can ask for! The garage with the full laundry machine and all laundry materials included was so amazing! The kitchen and large dinning table was perfect for a girls night in! The hot tub and pool were divine. Kevin and laurel were quick and detailed with communications! The whole house was SO clean and stacked with towels and we really appreciate that!"

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

10/10 Excellent

"The place was very clean and beautiful. San Diego lux is a perfect description. My only complaint is that the hot tub didn’t work while we were there but we only found out on the last day and the owners were responsive."

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."

Hummingbird Haven - Private Suite with Pool - Centrally Located

10/10 Excellent

"Nice place."

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 enjoy a show at Off Broadway Live during 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 176 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 traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking and a fitness centre. It's located 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Old Mission Dam. Other good choices within a few miles include Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel and Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Old Mission Dam?

Expedia has 176 hotels and other accommodation options 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 room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals close to Old Mission Dam.

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. Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

3. WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast

4. Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

5. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central

6. Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego

7. Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego

8. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley Stadium

9. Kings Inn San Diego

10. Best Western San Diego/Miramar Hotel

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

12. HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa

13. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Central

14. Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego-Poway

15. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

16. Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego

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

18. SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Rancho Bernardo/Scripps Poway

19. Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

20. TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Central

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Top Old Mission Dam Hotel Reviews

Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

Motel 6 La Mesa, CA - San Diego

WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast

Best Western Santee Lodge

Clear Sky Paradise - Pool, Spa & Sunset Vibes

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

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

Hummingbird Haven - Private Suite with Pool - Centrally Located

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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