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Best Inn & Suites

2.0 star property
Hotel in El Cajon with a seasonal outdoor pool and a 24-hour front desk

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Reception
1 bedroom, free WiFi
1 bedroom, free WiFi
Exterior
Bathroom

Reviews

5.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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1 bedroom, free WiFi

Basic Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi

Basic Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Living room
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi

Basic Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Living room
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, free WiFi

Family Studio Suite

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, free WiFi

Basic Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds
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About the area

Map
1274 Oakdale Ave, El Cajon, CA, 92021

What's nearby

  • Parkway Plaza - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • The Magnolia - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Shadow Mountain Community Church - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • San Diego State University - 13 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Sycuan Casino - 15 min drive - 14.5 km

Getting around

  • Spring St Trolley Station - 9 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 19 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dutch Bros Coffee
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪El Compadre Taco Shop - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Best Inn & Suites

Property highlights
Best Inn & Suites provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms at Best Inn & Suites have amenities such as free WiFi.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 cash deposit 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from April to September

Property is also known as

Best Inn & Suites Hotel
Best Inn & Suites El Cajon
Best Inn & Suites Hotel El Cajon

Frequently asked questions

Does Best Inn & Suites have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Inn & Suites?

As of Aug 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Inn & Suites on Aug 16, 2025 start from CA $123.49, 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 Best Inn & Suites pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 20 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Best Inn & Suites?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Inn & Suites?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Best Inn & Suites?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Best Inn & Suites located?

Situated in El Cajon, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Art World Western Heritage Gallery and Wells Dog Park. Superior Court East County Division and The Magnolia are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Best Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

5.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 86 reviews

5.2/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Staff & service

5.2/10

Amenities

5.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay with reasonable prices
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There's an IHOP right next door and a 24 hour taco shop or two.. super convenient
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Francisco José

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Home less around
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Katelyn

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Dont do it , horrible rooms and bad service absolutely not !!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Susana

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was absolutely dirty. There were roaches and the bathroom curtain was filthy. The floors were so dusty and dirty my feet were black walking from the bathroom to the bedroom. Bed was surprisingly comfortable. But will never stay at this place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you’re looking for an out of the way, quiet stay with everything you’ll need within walking distance, this is the place for you! Super friendly staff that genuinely cares about your comfort!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jerry

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Checked after was in room for 5 Min
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

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

This place Rocks

Great place to stay. Originally was going to stay one night but ended up staying 4 more nights!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Robert

Disliked: Amenities
Very rundown. Paint is cheap. Walls dirty , even the towels were dirty. So I left early.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Tiana

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will never book a room here again first room had crumbs in the bed bedding not clean facility looks nothing like pictures online it was the worst stay at any hotel ive ever stayed
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sonia

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff seemed very welcoming, but the hotel is very rundown and needs remodeling. It was nice that the rooms had microwaves and refrigerators, but it still needs to be renovated. There were also a lot of people wandering around outside at every hour. I didn’t feel safe.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ezequiel

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Dirty
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Seb

The room has very bad smell and also the walls and other things was very dirty I don’t recommend for others
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Allison

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They wouldn’t take care of the bugs in both rooms I tried. I ended up leaving I did not feel safe as a solo traveler here DONT RISK IT
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Laquesha

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed had crumbs in it when I pulled back sheets .. the whole area needs to be remodeled it's only nice thing was the patio which face nothing but it was just the space
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Ronald

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I only like the price, which was a discount
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Frankie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was disgusting with bugs on the beds and walls, and there is dirt on the walls and holes in the walls. The staff offered another room, but it was similar. Requested a refund through Expedia due to the misrepresentation of the hotel online.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Sebastian

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Don’t let the word “BEST” fool ya! My room didn’t have a table or chairs. I had to use my bed nightstands as “table” and sat on my bed as “chair” to eat my foods! Bathroom was disgusting, toilet keeps making random “flushing” noises every 5 minutes. Shower water pressure was very slow and it took up to 4 minutes before you can get hot water. Tv works but I couldn’t get my remote to turn to other channels except Food Network channel. Only good thing is they got microwave/fridgerator. Also, parking lot was small and facing the 8 East highway. It’s my first and LAST visit to that inn.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Keenen

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very scary and very smelly rooms. My room smelled like so much smoke was in the vents. I didn’t even stay the full night. I left because it was hurting my nose. Not safe at all, people yelling and screaming for the cops. Bad stay. Don’t stay here
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Obrion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very polite office service, rooms has a back door and patio to relax or smoke.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jeannie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The sheets on the bed had not been changed. There was hair and dirt on the sheets
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Leeann

Disliked: Cleanliness
The bed had dirt. The shower curtains were extremely dirty and there was a roach in the bathroom. It was so disgusting.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025