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4 Sept - 6 Sept
In two weeks
11 Sept - 13 Sept
In one month
25 Sept - 27 Sept
In two months
23 Oct - 25 Oct

Our top choices for El Cajon motels

Breakfast area

1. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"This Motel is very good considering the rate you pay,the beds are clean and other parts of the room are clean,the staff are very friendly,the breakfast was fair but it could be improved and dining room could be larger ,the surroundings is excellent"
United States
Jalal
The price is AU$125
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego
Exterior

2. 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, (1,742 reviews)
"Disgusting hotel with crackheads and homeless people"
United States
Juan
The price is AU$111
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

3. Northgate Motel

Northgate Motel
2.0 star property
El Cajon
7.8 out of 10, Good, (706 reviews)
"Good cleaning place"
United States
Edison
The price is AU$109
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Northgate Motel
Room

4. Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego

Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego
2.0 star property
El Cajon
6.6 out of 10, (476 reviews)
"Staff is great and willing to help out with issues that may arise. Also very proactive for helping with reservations."
United States
Tony
The price is AU$147
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego
Property grounds

5. Villa Serena

Villa Serena
2.0 star property
El Cajon
6.4 out of 10, (304 reviews)
"Nice clean rooms and very friendly management."
United States
Andre
The price is AU$107
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Villa Serena
Superior Double Room

6. Valley Motel El Cajon-San Diego

Valley Motel El Cajon-San Diego
2.0 star property
El Cajon
6.6 out of 10, (727 reviews)
The price is AU$94
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Valley Motel El Cajon-San Diego
Front of property

7. Relax Inn And Suites

Relax Inn And Suites
2.0 star property
El Cajon
5.6 out of 10, (439 reviews)
"I always have a good time at the Relax inn"
United States
Raymond
The price is AU$93
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Relax Inn And Suites
Lobby

8. Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East

Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East
2.0 star property
Santee
7.6 out of 10, Good, (894 reviews)
"I liked everything will be staying again very soon"
United States
Amanda
The price is AU$134
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East
Room

9. Motel 6 La Mesa, CA - San Diego

Motel 6 La Mesa, CA - San Diego
2.0 star property
La Mesa
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Easy parking, rapid check in. Nothing at all to complain about with our stay"
United States
Stephen
The price is AU$151
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Motel 6 La Mesa, CA - San Diego
Arcade

10. The Rambler Hotel

The Rambler Hotel
3.0 star property
Chula Vista
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,210 reviews)
"Just a great place to stay!"
United States
Tracy
The price is AU$201
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
The Rambler Hotel
Exterior

11. Ramona Valley Inn

Ramona Valley Inn
2.0 star property
Ramona
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Really calmly hotel"
United States
William
The price is AU$109
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Ramona Valley Inn
Property grounds

12. El Rancho Motel

El Rancho Motel
2.0 star property
Coronado
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (928 reviews)
"Cute cottage style hotel on the Main Street!"
United States
Jeffrey
The price is AU$169
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
El Rancho Motel
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

13. Hotel Milagro

Hotel Milagro
2.0 star property
Chula Vista
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"It was nice staying there."
United States
Monalisa
The price is AU$105
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hotel Milagro
Lobby sitting area

14. Crown City Inn

Crown City Inn
2.5 star property
Coronado
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (820 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Mondi
The price is AU$245
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Crown City Inn
Property grounds

15. National City Motel

National City Motel
2.5 star property
National City
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"Nice place Nice staff"
United States
Braun
The price is AU$101
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
National City Motel
Beach

16. Coronado Inn

Coronado Inn
2.5 star property
Bayside
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (858 reviews)
"Old roadside motel with good sized rooms in a great location. Will stay again."
United States
Grant
The price is AU$234
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Coronado Inn
King Suite with Ocean View | Terrace/patio

17. Los Bungalows

Los Bungalows
2.5 star property
Imperial Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (553 reviews)
"Awsome place to stay close to the beach"
United States
Xavier Jr
The price is AU$254
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Los Bungalows
Room

18. Mission Bay Motel

Mission Bay Motel
Pacific Beach
5.6 out of 10, (238 reviews)
"Definitely would stay again great location"
United States
Qiana
The price is AU$124
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Mission Bay Motel
Room

19. Motel 6 La Mesa, CA

Motel 6 La Mesa, CA
2.0 star property
La Mesa
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"I loved it the rooms are Beautiful and the Staff is very friendly"
United States
Suzanne
The price is AU$152
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Motel 6 La Mesa, CA
Exterior

20. Coronado Island Inn

Coronado Island Inn
2.5 star property
Coronado
7.2 out of 10, Good, (570 reviews)
"Clean Motel, with great overall location. Free bikes for use and near bus stops if prefer not to drive. Parking can be difficult for large vehicles however street parking is nearby if early enough. Staff is helpful and friendly."
United States
Nancy
The price is AU$255
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Coronado Island Inn
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Top El Cajon Hotel Reviews

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

8/10 Good
"Overall great stay. People were very nice. Jordan was amazing. Pool could have more loungers and bar stay open later. Room is not quite a suite but sufficient for our 4 adults. Great location. Would recommend"
hailey 5-night trip
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Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Find out more about El Cajon

El Cajon Motels information

Number of reviews
9,931
Accommodation
44 Motels
Lowest Price
AU$93
Highest Price
AU$255

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. Relax Inn And Suites: Free parking and a 24-hour front desk are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as an in-room safe. It's located within a short 9-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, San Diego Air and Space Museum and Waterfront Park.
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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