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Our top choices for El Cajon motels

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Relax Inn And Suites

Relax Inn And Suites
2.0 star property
El Cajon
5.8 out of 10, (394 reviews)
The price is 1.634.658 ₫
1.856.034 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Relax Inn And Suites
Exterior

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, (1,696 reviews)
"A good place to stay if you need a place to crash in for the night"
United States
Ivy Ruth
The price is 2.266.664 ₫
2.497.833 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego
Free daily on-the-go breakfast

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, (1,000 reviews)
"Room was clean and updated, checkin and check out was easy, staff was nice, breakfast area was small but was ok. Restaurants and stores are close by. Water Conservation Garden and Heritage of the Americas Museum were close by. Online the property looks nicer but overall our stay was pleasant."
United States
Sergio
The price is 2.662.571 ₫
2.934.020 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego
Superior Double Room | Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Valley Motel El Cajon-San Diego

Valley Motel El Cajon-San Diego
2.0 star property
El Cajon
6.6 out of 10, (712 reviews)
"Warm welcome, safe and easy parking"
Mexico
Danae
The price is 2.356.182 ₫
2.591.827 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Valley Motel El Cajon-San Diego
Property grounds

Villa Serena

Villa Serena
2.0 star property
El Cajon
6.4 out of 10, (297 reviews)
"Good service"
United States
Karolyn
The price is 2.343.281 ₫
2.577.609 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Villa Serena
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Northgate Motel

Northgate Motel
2.0 star property
El Cajon
7.8 out of 10, Good, (676 reviews)
"Everything was perfect 👌"
United States
Karwan
The price is 3.056.797 ₫
3.362.477 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Northgate Motel
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego

Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego
2.0 star property
Downtown El Cajon
6.6 out of 10, (430 reviews)
"Room felt very comfortable and clean. Hot outside but nice. Excellent rate through Expedia 😊"
United States
Lisa Marie
The price is 2.684.946 ₫
3.221.936 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego
Lobby sitting area

Apple Tree Inn

Apple Tree Inn
2.0 star property
Julian
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"HOTEL-MOTEL. PERFECT FOR 1 NIGHT STAYS."
United States
ELLEN
The price is 3.158.690 ₫
3.411.448 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Apple Tree Inn
Exterior

Ramona Valley Inn

Ramona Valley Inn
2.0 star property
Ramona
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean and friendly staff 😊"
United States
Patrick
The price is 2.125.582 ₫
2.380.915 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Ramona Valley Inn
Lobby

Motel 6 San Ysidro, CA - San Diego - Border

Motel 6 San Ysidro, CA - San Diego - Border
2.0 star property
San Ysidro
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,496 reviews)
"easy parking, close to border."
United States
Angel
The price is 1.950.979 ₫
2.219.272 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Motel 6 San Ysidro, CA - San Diego - Border
Lobby

Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East

Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East
2.0 star property
Santee
7.6 out of 10, Good, (867 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
Johnny
The price is 2.368.807 ₫
2.648.330 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (364 reviews)
"It was a great place to stay! It was quiet and clean, and we used the pool multiple times. We stayed 6 nights and have no complaints!"
United States
Dana Phillip
The price is 2.132.163 ₫
2.345.379 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Escondido Lodge
Beach nearby

Coronado Inn

Coronado Inn
2.5 star property
Bayside
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (751 reviews)
"Awesome hotel"
United States
Richard J
The price is 4.004.641 ₫
4.405.106 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Coronado Inn
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets

ERTH INN by AGA- San Ysidro

ERTH INN by AGA- San Ysidro
2.5 star property
San Ysidro
7.2 out of 10, Good, (159 reviews)
"Loved my stay"
United States
yashkumar
The price is 2.345.914 ₫
2.621.579 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
ERTH INN by AGA- San Ysidro
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Baycities Motel

Baycities Motel
2.0 star property
Chula Vista
7.2 out of 10, Good, (236 reviews)
"Excellent grounds, room and parking."
United States
Keith
The price is 2.369.070 ₫
2.605.977 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Baycities Motel
Exterior

Coronado Island Inn

Coronado Island Inn
2.5 star property
Coronado
7.2 out of 10, Good, (547 reviews)
"Looking forward to staying here again"
United States
NALANI
The price is 3.922.127 ₫
4.314.340 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Coronado Island Inn
Room

Mission Bay Motel

Mission Bay Motel
Pacific Beach
6.2 out of 10, (93 reviews)
"The location was great can't beat it for the price."
United States
Juan C
The price is 2.842.884 ₫
3.205.352 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Mission Bay Motel
King Suite with Ocean View | Terrace/patio

Los Bungalows

Los Bungalows
2.5 star property
Imperial Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (538 reviews)
"Honestly one of the best hotels I’ve stayed in the views the vibes overall very very peaceful place loved it"
United States
Brenda
The price is 5.077.548 ₫
5.788.404 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Los Bungalows
Property grounds

El Rancho Motel

El Rancho Motel
2.0 star property
Coronado
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (894 reviews)
"Excellent option for staying on the beautiful Coronado Island."
United States
Kyle
The price is 3.948.450 ₫
4.343.295 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
El Rancho Motel
Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Southbay

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Southbay
2.0 star property
Nestor
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean and friendly staff"
United States
Monica
The price is 2.895.267 ₫
3.241.107 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Southbay
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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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

8/10 Good
"Definitely a great stay for the price and location. I did solo travel and it accommodated me very well. I enjoyed the pool scenery and appreciated the fact it was heated. Not hot but room temperature. I would recommend."
Oscar 3-night trip
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Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Find out more about El Cajon

El Cajon Motels information

Number of reviews
16,754
Accommodation
42 Motels
Lowest Price
1.856.034 ₫
Highest Price
4.538.856 ₫

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 Hotel del Coronado 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.
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 Hotel del Coronado. 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, USS Midway Museum and San Diego Natural History Museum.
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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