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El Cajon Motels information

Number of reviews
14,498
Accommodation
36 Motels
Lowest Price
AU$133
Highest Price
AU$306

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?
Here are some of our customers’ favourite motels to book in the larger area. Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego: Stay within a 20-minute drive of San Diego Zoo and San Diego State University. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. The Rambler Motel: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as comfy beds. Central El Cajon is 13.5 mi (21.7 km) away. Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown: Enjoy access to the free WiFi and snack bar/deli, as well as room amenities such as climate control. Located 12.7 mi (20.4 km) from the heart of El Cajon. Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Hotel Circle - Mission Valley: Central El Cajon is 13.2 mi (21.3 km) away. Free WiFi, parking and laundry facilities are available during your stay. Big 7 Motel: 13.3 mi (21.3 km) from the heart of El Cajon. Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
How many motels will I be able to find in El Cajon?
Expedia has 8 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. Some outdoorsy places nearby include Lake Jennings, Mission Beach and Balboa Park. You’ll find these family-friendly attractions: Boomers El Cajon, The Water Conservation Garden and P2K Range.
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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