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30 Oct - 1 Nov
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6 Nov - 8 Nov

Our top choices for El Cajon 3-star hotels

A resort with a large swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.

1. Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel
3.5 star property
Mission Valley
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (3,039 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
Helen
The price is 2.512.383 ₫
2.887.859 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Handlery Hotel
A balcony with a table set for two, overlooking a marina with numerous boats.

2. Bay Club Hotel & Marina

Bay Club Hotel & Marina
3.5 star property
Point Loma
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (4,044 reviews)
"Beautiful, clean hotel and friendly staff!!"
United States
Robin
The price is 3.927.374 ₫
4.514.285 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Bay Club Hotel & Marina
A hotel lobby with a 'Lobby' sign, palm trees, and a sunset sky.

3. Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas
3.0 star property
Mission Valley
7.8 out of 10, Good, (4,027 reviews)
"OUR STAY WAS GREAT. WE WERE IN TOWN FOR A SOCCER GAME AND THE PRICE AND PROXIMITY TO SNAPDRAGON WAS PERFECT."
United States
Cynthia
The price is 2.184.457 ₫
2.510.924 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Best Western Seven Seas
A rectangular swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tall trees and greenery.

4. Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
3.0 star property
Mission Valley
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (3,162 reviews)
"Great place too stay."
United States
Oscar
The price is 2.063.098 ₫
2.371.428 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
A hotel sign with palm trees in the background.

5. The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
3.0 star property
Mission Valley
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,901 reviews)
"Great stay, clean room, well maintained property and very good service."
United States
SAID
The price is 2.223.272 ₫
2.555.540 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
A hotel lobby with a waterfall feature, outdoor seating area, and multiple floors with balconies.

6. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
3.5 star property
Mission Valley
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,458 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Thao
The price is 2.943.594 ₫
3.393.138 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

7. The Dana on Mission Bay

The Dana on Mission Bay
3.5 star property
Mission Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4,476 reviews)
"Really good hotel !!!"
United States
Assy Prune Celia
The price is 4.363.749 ₫
5.758.007 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
The Dana on Mission Bay
Bar (on property)

8. Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
3.5 star property
National City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (4,216 reviews)
"Great property, friendly staff and a restaurant with good food and live music next door. Had an excellent time!"
United States
Candas
The price is 3.462.854 ₫
3.815.892 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a bar, and a large window providing natural light.

9. Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
3.0 star property
Point Loma
7.4 out of 10, Good, (4,161 reviews)
"great stay"
United States
Sarah
The price is 2.476.750 ₫
2.846.901 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
A balcony with a view of the ocean, wicker chairs, a round table, and a bottle of champagne.

10. La Jolla Cove Suites

La Jolla Cove Suites
3.0 star property
Village of La Jolla
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,253 reviews)
"The view was amazing! Housekeeping staff was excellent. The property was centrally located and close to shops and restraunts."
United States
Elizabeth
The price is 5.465.015 ₫
6.281.733 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
La Jolla Cove Suites
A hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a bed, a chair, and a small table.

11. The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
3.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,337 reviews)
"Really enjoyed my stay!"
United States
Kelly
The price is 3.709.187 ₫
4.300.616 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
A coastal cliff with a beach and ocean.

12. Inn By The Sea La Jolla

Inn By The Sea La Jolla
3.5 star property
Village of La Jolla
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,921 reviews)
"Great location for short walks to beach, shopping, and restaurants."
United States
Jessica
The price is 4.895.661 ₫
5.627.317 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Inn By The Sea La Jolla
A seaside restaurant with outdoor seating overlooking the ocean, a pier in the background, and a clear sky.

13. Ocean Beach Hotel

Ocean Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
Point Loma
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,521 reviews)
"Good location, friendly staff"
United States
Arianna
The price is 4.624.541 ₫
5.214.170 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Ocean Beach Hotel
A hotel entrance with a stone facade, a covered patio area, and a large glass door.

14. Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa
3.0 star property
Sorrento Valley
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,020 reviews)
"an excellent hotel for a reasonable price"
United States
Igor
The price is 2.765.429 ₫
3.178.722 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa
A living room with a sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, a blue ottoman, a wooden chair with cushions, a built-in bookshelf, and a stone wall with a fireplace.

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
3.0 star property
Sorrento Valley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,737 reviews)
"Had a great stay!"
United States
Terrance
The price is 3.489.708 ₫
4.011.245 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, overlooking a beach and ocean.

16. Bahia Resort Hotel

Bahia Resort Hotel
3.5 star property
Central Mission Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,493 reviews)
"Love the location, nice & clean room, helpful staff, beautiful hotel!"
United States
Michael Lynn
The price is 3.596.865 ₫
5.568.472 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Bahia Resort Hotel
A modern building with a sloped roof and large windows, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.

17. Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina
3.0 star property
Point Loma
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,637 reviews)
"We have stayed here many times and always have a wonderful time. Great location, in the center of everything, views are amazing and the staff is excellent!"
United States
Rebecca
The price is 3.251.804 ₫
3.737.786 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina
A reception desk with a wooden panel wall, a crescent-shaped logo, and a digital payment terminal.

18. Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area

Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area
3.5 star property
Point Loma
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (4,274 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
United States
Dharmeshkumar
The price is 2.743.481 ₫
3.153.494 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area
A room with two teal armchairs, a small round table with a lamp, and a large cityscape painting on the wall.

19. SureStay Hotel by Best Western Chula Vista San Diego Bay

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Chula Vista San Diego Bay
3.0 star property
Chula Vista
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2,003 reviews)
"A good hotel, with a good location at a very good price, has a reasonable breakfast."
Brazil
Sergio
The price is 1.975.565 ₫
2.176.974 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Chula Vista San Diego Bay
A resort with two-story buildings, balconies, and a pool area.

20. Humphreys Half Moon Inn

Humphreys Half Moon Inn
3.5 star property
Point Loma
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,152 reviews)
"Nice and brand new hotel, room was really clean, Staff were really nice to us."
United States
Yan
The price is 4.234.644 ₫
5.383.937 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Humphreys Half Moon Inn
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Sheraton San Diego Resort

Sheraton San Diego Resort

1380 Harbor Island Dr San Diego CA
The price is 2.995.236 ₫ per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
2.995.236 ₫
4.748.900 ₫ total
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
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Top El Cajon Hotel Reviews

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

10/10 Excellent
"Nothing to add."
Lea 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
Ocean Beach Hotel

Ocean Beach Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"The staff was very friendly and the property was beautiful. Would be nice to have microwaves in the rooms, but they have one in the lobby."
Makenna 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Ocean Beach Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in El Cajon?
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon, around 0.16 km north of downtown El Cajon, is an Expedia guest favourite. Hypo-allergenic bedding and an electric car charging station are among its amenities. Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East is another 3-star hotel that rates highly with travellers. It features pool sun loungers and a swimming pool, and is about 3 km northeast of the centre.
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in El Cajon?
Relaxation is effortless in 3-star hotels in El Cajon. Alongside pleasant surroundings, these more affordable properties come with a host of welcome amenities like WiFi, tea or coffee maker and on-site gym. A 4-star hotel offers a more sophisticated experience with enhanced features such as an on-site spa, indoor or outdoor pool and bigger rooms. Regardless of your hotel style or budget, we have what you're searching for.