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Top hotels and accommodation in Descanso

Ayres Lodge Alpine

3.0 star property
Alpine
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Great hotel."
United States
TOMLINSON,
The price is AU$178
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Ayres Lodge Alpine

Viejas Casino & Willows Hotel

4.0 star property
Alpine
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Nice location and the ambient was the best."
United States
ivan
The price is AU$232
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Viejas Casino & Willows Hotel

Ramada by Wyndham San Diego Poway Miramar

2.0 star property
Poway
7.0 out of 10, Good, (948)
"Nice hotel with the great service."
China
Xiaodong
The price is AU$118
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Ramada by Wyndham San Diego Poway Miramar

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego-East/El Cajon

2.0 star property
El Cajon
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"Rooms were very clean and efficient "
United States
Leslie
The price is AU$133
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego-East/El Cajon

Backcountry Inn Motel

2.0 star property
Boulevard
7.8 out of 10, Good, (265)
"The beds and air conditioning made for a good nights sleep."
United States
Richard
The price is AU$208
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Backcountry Inn Motel

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

2.0 star property
El Cajon
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1453)
"My stay here was pretty cool"
United States
Rana
The price is AU$115
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego

2.0 star property
El Cajon
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1004)
"Place was clean and felt safe"
United States
Angella
The price is AU$116
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego

Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego

2.5 star property
La Mesa
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1006)
"Front desk staff was warm and friendly. "
United States
Richard
The price is AU$161
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

3.0 star property
El Cajon
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Very clean friendly staff "
United States
salwa
The price is AU$259
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

Best Western Poway/San Diego Hotel

2.5 star property
Poway
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Spotless room, courteous staff!"
United States
Bill
The price is AU$142
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Best Western Poway/San Diego Hotel

Rodeway Inn El Cajon - San Diego East

2.0 star property
El Cajon
6.6 out of 10, (94)
"Lovely place! "
United States
L and M
The price is AU$106
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Rodeway Inn El Cajon - San Diego East

Tucker Peak Lodge

2.5 star property
Julian
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (290)
"Clean room, and the view was amazing."
United States
Jacqueline
The price is AU$206
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Tucker Peak Lodge

Apple Tree Inn

2.0 star property
Julian
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (988)
"Easy check in, clean room, great location."
United States
Kim
The price is AU$206
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Apple Tree Inn

Riviera Oaks Resort

3.0 star property
San Diego Country Estates
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"The room was room was spacious, clean, and the neighborhood was nice and quiet and super cute. I would stay there again in a heartbeat."
United States
Jodiane
The price is AU$155
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Riviera Oaks Resort

Julian Lodge

2.0 star property
Julian
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (198)
"Great hotel with friendly staff. Best location and we enjoyed our stay"
United States
KEITH ASHLEY
The price is AU$205
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Julian Lodge

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

3.0 star property
Rancho Bernardo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Enjoyed our stop here on our way to San Diego "
United States
Eddie
The price is AU$218
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

Sycuan Casino Resort

4.0 star property
El Cajon
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1632)
"Nice hotel and friendly staff. Will definitely stay again ."
United States
Lorna
Sycuan Casino Resort

Heritage Inn La Mesa

2.0 star property
La Mesa
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1190)
"room was clean and staff very friendly"
United States
Charles
The price is AU$95
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Heritage Inn La Mesa

Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat and Spa

4.5 star property
Julian
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (566)
"Love this place. Quirky and wonderful."
United States
Todd
The price is AU$206
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat and Spa

Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego

2.5 star property
El Cajon
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (760)
"Room was clean. Friendly staff. "
United States
John
The price is AU$224
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego
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Learn more about Descanso

Nestled among pine forests and mountain wilderness, this tranquil retreat offers spectacular hiking in Cleveland National Forest and Pine Creek Wilderness. Anglers and nature lovers flock to Lake Cuyamaca, while the nearby Anza Borrego Desert State Park transforms into a wildflower paradise each spring.

The bottom waterfall of Three Sisters Falls. Starting at the Three Sisters Falls trailhead in east county San Diego, this loop is 4.0 miles with 1000 feet of elevation gain and will take you roughly 3 hours to complete, depending on how long you spend at the falls.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in Descanso?
Heritage Inn La Mesa, located 24.6 mi (39.6 km) from the heart of Descanso, is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Other good options for your stay in the area are Rancho Bernardo Inn and Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Descanso.
What are some of the best holiday rentals that Descanso has to offer?
Spacious 5-bedroom house in lovely San Diego, with big backyard and huge pool.: This holiday home rental outside of Descanso offers a garden, a BBQ and air conditioning to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. It has 5 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a stovetop and a microwave, so that you can cook with friends or family. See all vacation rentals in Descanso.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Descanso, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Descanso.
What are some accommodation options with pools in Descanso?
Heritage Inn La Mesa: Hotel located near San Diego State University. Features free self parking, an outdoor pool and complimentary wireless Internet access. Rancho Bernardo Inn and Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU are two additional hotels with an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools in Descanso.
What is staying in Descanso like?
Visitors can enjoy all that Descanso has to offer, including the shopping and restaurants. In Descanso, there are 10 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Descanso.
What is there to see in Descanso?
Natural beauty is on display at Lake Cuyamaca, Anza Borrego Desert State Park and Cuyamaca Mountain State Wilderness. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Descanso Branch San Diego County Library and Pine Creek Wilderness. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Descanso guide.
What's the seasonal weather in Descanso?
The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 23°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 12°C. Average annual precipitation for Descanso is 293 mm.

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