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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, (1,005 reviews)
"Room was clean, quiet & very comfortable."
United States
Lori
The price is CA $112
CA $123 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego
A motel sign with a number '6' and an 'ENTER' arrow, indicating the direction to the motel.

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, (1,835 reviews)
"Room was clean and staff was friendly."
United States
Justin
The price is CA $91
CA $105 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
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, (498 reviews)
"Clean room and easy parking"
United States
Adrian
The price is CA $115
CA $126 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
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, (746 reviews)
"Loved the comfortable Beds room was really big and nice"
United States
Nyoka
The price is CA $95
CA $105 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Northgate Motel
A compact hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a small refrigerator, and an air conditioning unit.

5. Valley Motel El Cajon-San Diego

Valley Motel El Cajon-San Diego
2.0 star property
El Cajon
6.6 out of 10, (745 reviews)
"Friendly very informative staff truly always a good reminder each time and the neat things are spacious room like an apartment. Loving the cold a/c was perfect! Thank you for your service!"
United States
lowena
The price is CA $86
CA $94 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Valley Motel El Cajon-San Diego
A building with a sign reading "RELAX INN & SUITES".

6. Relax Inn And Suites

Relax Inn And Suites
2.0 star property
El Cajon
5.6 out of 10, (486 reviews)
"The most disgusting hotel I’ve ever step foot into"
United States
Camille
The price is CA $77
CA $88 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Relax Inn And Suites
A room with wicker chairs, a small table, and a potted plant.

7. Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East

Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East
2.0 star property
Santee
7.6 out of 10, Good, (916 reviews)
"Great"
United States
Gabriel
The price is CA $120
CA $134 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a phone, and a nightstand.

8. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"It was clean, easy to check in and out, and the staff were friendly."
United States
Gavin
The price is CA $133
CA $147 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Motel 6 La Mesa, CA - San Diego
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden dresser, a mirror, a window with curtains, and wall art.

9. Mission Bay Motel

Mission Bay Motel
Pacific Beach
5.4 out of 10, (332 reviews)
"Staff was super friendly and helpful. Parking was super easy and the motel was super close to the beach."
United States
Lilliana
The price is CA $107
CA $121 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Mission Bay Motel
A dining area with outdoor seating, a sign reading "El Rancho Coronado," and a variety of flowers.

10. El Rancho Motel

El Rancho Motel
2.0 star property
Coronado
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (958 reviews)
"Great place will stay again"
United States
Nouman
The price is CA $152
CA $168 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
El Rancho Motel
A building with a porch, wooden beams, and hanging flower baskets.

11. Ramona Valley Inn

Ramona Valley Inn
2.0 star property
Ramona
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Newly renovated, clean rooms. Friendly staff, very nice place for the price"
United States
Rhiannon
The price is CA $85
CA $98 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Ramona Valley Inn
A living room with a round table, a blue sofa, a patterned armchair, and a potted plant.

12. Crown City Inn

Crown City Inn
2.5 star property
Coronado
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (878 reviews)
"This is a really amazing place to stay in Coronado."
United States
Kate
The price is CA $226
CA $248 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Crown City Inn
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a chair, a small desk, and two wall-mounted paintings.

13. Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (484 reviews)
"Great service, I've stayed here multiple times and never had a problem"
United States
michael
The price is CA $86
CA $95 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Escondido Lodge
A retro-themed arcade with classic games, a foosball table, and a long communal table with stools.

14. The Rambler Hotel

The Rambler Hotel
3.0 star property
Chula Vista
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,201 reviews)
"Solid place to stay"
United States
Neal
The price is CA $130
CA $150 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
The Rambler Hotel
Two wooden chairs and a small table with a vase of flowers and bottles, set in a natural outdoor area with rocks and trees.

15. Apple Tree Inn

Apple Tree Inn
2.0 star property
Julian
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Very clean and rustic. Easy check in process. Great location"
United States
Rivera
The price is CA $194
CA $209 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Apple Tree Inn
A neatly made bed with white linens and a brown accent, flanked by two bedside tables with lamps, in a simple room with plain walls.

16. Baycities Motel

Baycities Motel
2.0 star property
Chula Vista
7.2 out of 10, Good, (309 reviews)
"Stayed for 18 days and they were extremely nice people!"
United States
Aidan
The price is CA $87
CA $96 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Baycities 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, (596 reviews)
"Quaint spot in a good location which was centrally located within the island."
United States
Andrew
The price is CA $236
CA $260 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Coronado Island Inn
A modern hotel room with two beds, a balcony, and a desk.

18. 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)
"super clean and friendly staff, would stay again!"
United States
Natalia
The price is CA $112
CA $123 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Motel 6 La Mesa, CA
A balcony with a view of the beach, palm trees, and a parking area.

19. Los Bungalows

Los Bungalows
2.5 star property
Seacoast
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (569 reviews)
"Just a perfect place to stay at absolutely 10/10"
United States
Megan Hillary
The price is CA $226
CA $257 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Los Bungalows
A restaurant interior with round tables, blue cushioned chairs, large windows, and a display of snacks.

20. Studio 6 National City, CA - Naval Base San Diego

Studio 6 National City, CA - Naval Base San Diego
2.0 star property
National City
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"Room was clean, staff was helpful, security present in the parking lot at night"
United States
Max
The price is CA $101
CA $111 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Studio 6 National City, CA - Naval Base San Diego
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Top El Cajon Hotel Reviews

Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Loved the staff here. I stay here all the time and the room was super clean"
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Handlery Hotel

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El Cajon Motels information

Number of reviews
9,278
Accommodation
41 Motels
Lowest Price
CA $88
Highest Price
CA $260

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to El Cajon?
Because you'll save on your room, you can enjoy more of the attractions 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 free parking. With a stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace after World War II with the appeal of 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 parking. Relax Inn And Suites: Free parking and a 24-hour front desk are available during your stay, along with room amenities like an in-room safe. It's located within a short 9-minute drive of San Diego State University.
How many motels are there in El Cajon?
Expedia has 7 inexpensive motels in El Cajon.
What can I do in El Cajon?
In this family-friendly area, you can check out the shops and enjoy the cafes while you're sightseeing. People visiting El Cajon speak highly of its restaurants. Favorite 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 roadtrip, 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 temp of 72°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 56°F. Average annual precipitation for El Cajon is 13 inches.
What are my options for getting around El Cajon when 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 center. Otherwise, look for flights into San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is 10.5 mi (16.9 km) away. Take advantage of metro transit at El Cajon Transit Center Station, Arnele Avenue Station, and Gillespie Field Station.

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