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Our top choices for Shadow Mountain Ranch hotels

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego-East/El Cajon
2.0 star property
5.1 km from Shadow Mountain Ranch
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,006 reviews)
"Rooms were cheap clean property was clean convenient close to where I was working"
United States
James
The price is AU$144
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego-East/El Cajon
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)

2. Sycuan Casino Resort

Sycuan Casino Resort
4.0 star property
6.3 km from Shadow Mountain Ranch
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,070 reviews)
"Lazy river and the food, great room great service"
United States
Dale
The price is AU$210
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Sycuan Casino Resort
Exterior

3. Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego
2.0 star property
6.4 km from Shadow Mountain Ranch
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,747 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful when I needed an extra person to check in later"
United States
Jacqueline
The price is AU$110
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego
Lobby

4. Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego

Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego
2.5 star property
9.3 km from Shadow Mountain Ranch
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,009 reviews)
"I will definitely stay here again....nice and quiet and very close to popular locations"
United States
Jose
The price is AU$230
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego
Terrace/patio

5. Ayres Lodge Alpine

Ayres Lodge Alpine
3.0 star property
11.8 km from Shadow Mountain Ranch
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,051 reviews)
"Nice location"
United States
Gillermina
The price is AU$172
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Ayres Lodge Alpine
Exterior

6. WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast

WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast
2.5 star property
11 km from Shadow Mountain Ranch
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (202 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Adan
The price is AU$185
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast
Outdoor wedding area

7. Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel
3.0 star property
11.5 km from Shadow Mountain Ranch
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,008 reviews)
"Love this place"
United States
Donaciano
The price is AU$207
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Exterior

8. Viejas Casino & Willows Hotel

Viejas Casino & Willows Hotel
4.0 star property
18.3 km from Shadow Mountain Ranch
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,011 reviews)
"Everything was very clean and great food."
United States
Jacob
The price is AU$209
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Viejas Casino & Willows Hotel
Reception

9. Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU
2.5 star property
15.9 km from Shadow Mountain Ranch
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,423 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Bernadette
The price is AU$206
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU
Golf course views, serves lunch, dinner and happy hour

10. San Vicente Golf Resort

San Vicente Golf Resort
3.0 star property
23.7 km from Shadow Mountain Ranch
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Staff was very nice, attentive and welcoming. Laid back golf resort, not luxury or anything but nice rooms, very comfortable beds and good views."
United States
Julie
The price is AU$176
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
San Vicente Golf Resort
View from property

11. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chula Vista Eastlake

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chula Vista Eastlake
3.5 star property
17.6 km from Shadow Mountain Ranch
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (731 reviews)
"Fairly new, big, clean rooms and good breakfast"
United Kingdom
Thomas
The price is AU$307
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chula Vista Eastlake
Lobby

12. Comfort Inn Chula Vista San Diego South

Comfort Inn Chula Vista San Diego South
2.5 star property
23.3 km from Shadow Mountain Ranch
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,640 reviews)
"clean room, helpful staff, good breakfast, easy parking"
United States
Xiaolei
The price is AU$173
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Comfort Inn Chula Vista San Diego South
Free buffet breakfast on weekends

13. Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa
2.5 star property
23.4 km from Shadow Mountain Ranch
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Great rooms, clean, good experience"
United States
Heather
The price is AU$185
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa
Lobby

14. Best Western San Diego/Miramar Hotel

Best Western San Diego/Miramar Hotel
2.5 star property
23.1 km from Shadow Mountain Ranch
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,487 reviews)
"Breakfast was great! Staff were amazing! Would stay here again with my whole family"
United States
Dianne
The price is AU$204
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Best Western San Diego/Miramar Hotel
Lobby lounge

15. Ayres Hotel San Diego South - Chula Vista

Ayres Hotel San Diego South - Chula Vista
3.0 star property
21.7 km from Shadow Mountain Ranch
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,094 reviews)
"A lot of great places nearby and the hotel was great. The staff was very nice and helpful. The room was spacious with a nice layout."
United States
Joanna
The price is AU$196
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Ayres Hotel San Diego South - Chula Vista
Down duvets, Select Comfort beds, desk, laptop workspace

16. Ramada by Wyndham San Diego Poway Miramar

Ramada by Wyndham San Diego Poway Miramar
2.0 star property
22.7 km from Shadow Mountain Ranch
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,018 reviews)
"Nice place to stay."
United States
Jacquie
The price is AU$146
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Ramada by Wyndham San Diego Poway Miramar
Property amenity

17. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego Chula Vista

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego Chula Vista
3.0 star property
23.3 km from Shadow Mountain Ranch
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,711 reviews)
"Comfortable and close to food and highway."
United States
Andrea
The price is AU$180
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego Chula Vista
Exterior

18. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego Otay Mesa by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego Otay Mesa by IHG
2.5 star property
27.6 km from Shadow Mountain Ranch
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,826 reviews)
"Clean rooms, friendly staff stay here every year"
United States
JESUS
The price is AU$224
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego Otay Mesa by IHG
Exterior

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

SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Rancho Bernardo/Scripps Poway
3.0 star property
25 km from Shadow Mountain Ranch
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,230 reviews)
"The staff was very helpful, the property was clean and the rooms were very nice."
United States
Kenneth
The price is AU$242
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Rancho Bernardo/Scripps Poway
3 bars/lounges, lobby lounge, cocktail bar, cocktail bar

20. Lafayette Hotel & Club

Lafayette Hotel & Club
4.0 star property
23.5 km from Shadow Mountain Ranch
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,883 reviews)
"Another great stay!"
United States
Jorgen
The price is AU$405
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Lafayette Hotel & Club
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Our guide on where to stay in Shadow Mountain Ranch

Find the best Shadow Mountain Ranch areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic bridge sign, a metal bridge structure, and a clear blue sky.
Photo by Aly Anaya
Open Photo by Aly Anaya

Rancho San Diego

If you're spending some time in Rancho San Diego, P2K Range and The Water Conservation Garden are top sights worth seeing.

A sunset over a mountainous landscape with scattered clouds.

Fletcher Hills

When in Fletcher Hills, you can plan a visit to Parkway Plaza and The Magnolia, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Bostonia

The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Bostonia. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit The Magnolia and Parkway Plaza, a few notable attractions nearby.

Downtown El Cajon

While visiting Downtown El Cajon, you might make a stop by sights like The Magnolia and Superior Court East County Division.

Granite Hills

Though Granite Hills may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Singing Hills Country Club - Willow Glen Course and P2K Range.

Top Shadow Mountain Ranch Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Shadow Mountain Ranch

Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas

10/10 Excellent
"Staff helpful at check in. Room very clean but no microwave😕 Jacuzzi nice and clean."
Cynthia 3-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Best Western Seven Seas

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to go to Shadow Mountain Ranch?
For most travellers, the best time to visit Shadow Mountain Ranch is during the spring (April to June) or autumn (September to October) months.

During spring, the desert comes alive with wildflowers, and the temperatures are pleasantly mild, typically ranging from 20°C to 28°C during the day. This is an excellent time for outdoor activities like hiking and exploring the natural surroundings without the intense heat of summer.

Autumn offers similarly agreeable weather, with daytime temperatures between 22°C and 30°C. The air is often clear, providing excellent visibility for stargazing. This period is great for those who enjoy warm days and cooler evenings, ideal for relaxing by a fire pit after a day of exploring.

While summer (July and August) can be very hot, with temperatures often exceeding 35°C, it's a good option for those who enjoy swimming and don't mind staying indoors during the hottest parts of the day.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
Many Expedia hotel reservations are refundable, provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline − this is often within 24 to 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable booking, it might still be possible to receive a refund if you cancel it within 24 hours of booking. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. For maximum flexibility, use our 'Fully refundable property' filter during your search to find the right Shadow Mountain Ranch hotel for you.
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How much is the nightly rate for a hotel in Shadow Mountain Ranch?
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