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Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

2.0 star property
Travelers lounge by the outdoor pool on comfortable sun loungers under umbrellas or relax in the garden area with pleasant seating for fresh air

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Motel 6 El Cajon, in the heart of the city, offers a welcoming base for San Diego visitors. Guests can cool off in the outdoor pool, grab a snack, or connect with in-room WiFi. The helpful staff consistently earns positive reviews from travelers.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
The current price is ₹7,310
₹8,056 total
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 3 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 20
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 20

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 29 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, per adult, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and outdoor lighting
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6)

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, and guests under 17 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool with adult supervision

Frequently asked questions

Does Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego?

As of 22 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego on 27 May 2026 start from ₹7,310, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego pet-friendly?

Yes, Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 29 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 3 AM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 20 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 20 (subject to availability).

Where is Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego located?

Located in the heart of El Cajon, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Olaf Wieghorst Museum and Western Heritage Center and Superior Court East County Division. The Magnolia and Parkway Plaza are also within 1 mile (2 km). Arnele Avenue Station is 21 minutes by foot and El Cajon Transit Center Station is 27 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

7.0

Cleanliness

6.2

Amenities

7.6

Staff & service

6.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 739 out of 1679 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 299 out of 1679 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 220 out of 1679 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 153 out of 1679 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 268 out of 1679 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamilett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room ,friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chanette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the staff, very friendly and helpful. I liked that it was pet friendly and everyone kept the area clean of pet waste. Room was clean and staff checked in regularly to make sure I had clean towels and housekeeping.
Stayed 22 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A/C kept the room cool
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very courteous staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed one night but it was comfortable and clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Pleasant experience slept really well. Place really clean. Staff is really nice thank you guys.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Everything & everyone very nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deena

Liked: Staff & service
The parking was easy, check in was easy, room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rodale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
very fast check in i loved it
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yukihisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Doesn’t have a hair dryer but the room is clean and pricing is great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Staff & service
Parking was easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

wes

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is always polite. Always friendly and welcoming. Way different place to visit then it was years ago. It's clean and pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean room, and freeway close.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Vivek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was clean and very well managed
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

wes

Love the staff. Always polite. Always friendly . Always welpcmkf
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean place. Would repeat
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

luigi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roderick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Great stay all staff friendly and helpful . Room was more than I expected as far as cleanliness and comfort of the bed .
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Erica

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Parking was okay. Staff semi nice. Room was not clean and roaches were in there.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good, one inconvience is there is no elevator. It was raining that day and there were a lot of puddles and water dripping onto walkways. The room was super clean, price great. Had I not overpacked and it wasn’t a rainy day, my stay would have been perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tilar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly. Check in was fast and simple. Room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

luigi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was excellent. Courteous and so kind.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

JoQuan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
IT WAS QUIET THE ROOMS JUST NEED HEAT ITS COLD IN THE ROOMS.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025