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Our top choices for El Cajon motels

A wall-mounted sign with 'Greetings from California' and a coffee station with a coffee maker, cups, and condiments.

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, (1,000 reviews)
"Room was clean, quiet & very comfortable."
United States
Lori
The price is ₹7,738
₹8,527 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego
A motel sign with a directional arrow and a number '6' indicating the entrance.

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, (1,786 reviews)
"Decent and clean stay for the price"
United States
Melissa
The price is ₹5,689
₹6,520 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a microwave, and a small refrigerator.

3. 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, (487 reviews)
"The friendliness of the front desk manager is always genuine.. he’s helpful friendly and the room is always clean and comfortable"
United States
Sonia
The price is ₹8,433
₹9,276 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego
A hotel room with two beds, each with a patterned bedspread, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

4. Northgate Motel

Northgate Motel
2.0 star property
El Cajon
7.8 out of 10, Good, (722 reviews)
"Nice bed spacious rooms quiet"
United States
Nelson
The price is ₹6,665
₹7,331 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Northgate Motel
A building with a blue door marked "103" and lush tropical plants surrounding it.

5. Villa Serena

Villa Serena
2.0 star property
El Cajon
6.4 out of 10, (306 reviews)
"Nice clean rooms and very friendly management."
United States
Andre
Villa Serena
A compact hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a small refrigerator, and an air conditioning unit.

6. Valley Motel El Cajon-San Diego

Valley Motel El Cajon-San Diego
2.0 star property
El Cajon
6.6 out of 10, (737 reviews)
"Good enough to stay for a night for the price. Pleasant Staff."
United States
Mary Ellen
The price is ₹5,866
₹6,452 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Valley Motel El Cajon-San Diego
A building with a sign reading "RELAX INN & SUITES".

7. Relax Inn And Suites

Relax Inn And Suites
2.0 star property
El Cajon
5.6 out of 10, (464 reviews)
"I always have a good time at the Relax inn"
United States
Raymond
The price is ₹4,983
₹5,692 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Relax Inn And Suites
A room with wicker chairs, a small table, and a potted plant.

8. Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East

Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East
2.0 star property
Santee
7.6 out of 10, Good, (904 reviews)
"I liked everything will be staying again very soon"
United States
Amanda
The price is ₹8,192
₹9,167 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a phone, and a nightstand.

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, (1,006 reviews)
"It’s good enough"
United States
Nelida
The price is ₹9,572
₹10,544 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Motel 6 La Mesa, CA - San Diego
A retro-themed arcade with classic games, a foosball table, and a long communal table with stools.

10. The Rambler Hotel

The Rambler Hotel
3.0 star property
Chula Vista
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,214 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Johnny
The price is ₹10,253
₹12,683 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
The Rambler Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden dresser, a mirror, a window with curtains, and wall art.

11. Mission Bay Motel

Mission Bay Motel
Pacific Beach
5.6 out of 10, (291 reviews)
"Definitely would stay again great location"
United States
Qiana
The price is ₹7,245
₹8,168 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Mission Bay Motel
A dining area with outdoor seating, a sign reading "El Rancho Coronado," and a variety of flowers.

12. El Rancho Motel

El Rancho Motel
2.0 star property
Coronado
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (943 reviews)
"Very calm , clean and quiet ! Staying there again."
United States
Deniya
The price is ₹14,374
₹15,812 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
El Rancho Motel
A building with a porch, wooden beams, and hanging flower baskets.

13. Ramona Valley Inn

Ramona Valley Inn
2.0 star property
Ramona
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable bed, and perfect size room for solo traveler"
United States
Deborah
The price is ₹6,700
₹7,236 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Ramona Valley Inn
A living room with a round table, a blue sofa, a patterned armchair, and a potted plant.

14. Crown City Inn

Crown City Inn
2.5 star property
Coronado
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (846 reviews)
"Amazing Stay!"
United States
Guillaume
The price is ₹17,728
₹19,501 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Crown City Inn
A beach scene with people walking, some holding surfboards, and a building with a red roof in the background.

15. Coronado Inn

Coronado Inn
2.5 star property
Bayside
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (912 reviews)
"The motel felt very safe and the staff was incredibly friendly and helpful."
United States
Michelle
The price is ₹12,146
₹13,361 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Coronado Inn
A two-story building with a tiled roof and a balcony.

16. National City Motel

National City Motel
2.5 star property
National City
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean rooms good for the price"
United States
Lisa
The price is ₹5,831
₹6,414 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
National City Motel
A wooden sign for Coronado Island Inn with a pergola and palm trees in the background.

17. Coronado Island Inn

Coronado Island Inn
2.5 star property
Coronado
7.4 out of 10, Good, (587 reviews)
"Quaint spot in a good location which was centrally located within the island."
United States
Andrew
The price is ₹12,146
₹13,361 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Coronado Island Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a mirror.

18. Hotel Milagro

Hotel Milagro
2.0 star property
Chula Vista
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Awesome hotel and staff everyone was welcoming and was super clean"
United States
Dylan
The price is ₹6,946
₹7,640 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Hotel Milagro
A modern hotel room with two beds, a balcony, and a desk.

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)
"If you're okay with staying in a halfway home, then you will be fine here."
United States
Vanessa
The price is ₹9,486
₹10,435 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Motel 6 La Mesa, CA
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a chair, a small desk, and two wall-mounted paintings.

20. Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (466 reviews)
"Will be staying here again!"
United States
Angelica
The price is ₹5,951
₹6,546 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Escondido Lodge
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Top El Cajon Hotel Reviews

Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel

8/10 Good
"I like staying here .I feel safe and I have restaurants close to hotel.Everything was great only a strong order of dust in restroom .I would stay here again"
Maria 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Handlery Hotel

Find out more about El Cajon

El Cajon Motels information

Number of reviews
6,787
Accommodation
42 Motels
Lowest Price
₹5,692
Highest Price
₹19,501

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, Mission Bay and Petco Park 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, Mission Bay and Petco Park. 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 Natural History Museum and San Diego Air and Space 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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