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Our top choices for Santee motels

A room with wicker chairs, a small table, and a potted plant.

1. Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East

Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East
2.0 star property
Santee
7.6 out of 10, Good, (911 reviews)
"100 percent recommend"
United States
Melissa
The price is CA $120
CA $134 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East
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, (1,815 reviews)
"Would book again!"
United States
John
The price is CA $88
CA $101 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

3. 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, (1,004 reviews)
"Room was clean, quiet & very comfortable."
United States
Lori
The price is CA $118
CA $130 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego
A building with a blue door marked "103" and lush tropical plants surrounding it.

4. Villa Serena

Villa Serena
2.0 star property
El Cajon
6.4 out of 10, (309 reviews)
"Nice clean rooms and very friendly management."
United States
Andre
The price is CA $111
CA $122 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Villa Serena
A hotel room with two beds, each with a patterned bedspread, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

5. Northgate Motel

Northgate Motel
2.0 star property
El Cajon
7.8 out of 10, Good, (740 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
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Northgate Motel
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a microwave, and a small refrigerator.

6. 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, (497 reviews)
"Clean room and easy parking"
United States
Adrian
The price is CA $120
CA $132 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego
A compact hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a small refrigerator, and an air conditioning unit.

7. Valley Motel El Cajon-San Diego

Valley Motel El Cajon-San Diego
2.0 star property
El Cajon
6.6 out of 10, (744 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
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Valley Motel El Cajon-San Diego
A building with a sign reading "RELAX INN & SUITES".

8. Relax Inn And Suites

Relax Inn And Suites
2.0 star property
El Cajon
5.6 out of 10, (480 reviews)
"I always have a good time at the Relax inn"
United States
Raymond
The price is CA $82
CA $93 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Relax Inn And Suites
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, (322 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 $99
CA $111 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Mission Bay Motel
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a painting of a coastal scene, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

10. Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,070 reviews)
"Wonderful staff and great location"
United States
Bob
The price is CA $92
CA $101 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Motel Mediteran Escondido
A dining area with outdoor seating, a sign reading "El Rancho Coronado," and a variety of flowers.

11. El Rancho Motel

El Rancho Motel
2.0 star property
Coronado
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (955 reviews)
"It is a small place but perfect for what we needed. Easy to check in and out. I'd stay again!!"
United States
ann
The price is CA $153
CA $168 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
El Rancho Motel
A motel with a red-tiled roof, multiple balconies, and a sign indicating room number 6.

12. 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, (1,005 reviews)
"It was clean, easy to check in and out, and the staff were friendly."
United States
Gavin
The price is CA $134
CA $147 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Motel 6 La Mesa, CA - San Diego
Lobby

13. Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
2.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,374 reviews)
"Very clean, and the staff very kind."
United States
Jeanette
The price is CA $137
CA $152 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
A building with a porch, wooden beams, and hanging flower baskets.

14. Ramona Valley Inn

Ramona Valley Inn
2.0 star property
Ramona
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,007 reviews)
"Newly renovated, clean rooms. Friendly staff, very nice place for the price"
United States
Rhiannon
The price is CA $86
CA $100 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Ramona Valley Inn
A hotel room with a bed, desk, and a small kitchenette.

15. Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)

Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)
2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
7.0 out of 10, Good, (600 reviews)
"Nice, quiet, and hidden away from the street. Great stay."
United States
merritt
The price is CA $146
CA $165 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)
A hotel entrance with a covered patio, large windows, and potted plants.

16. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
2.5 star property
Escondido
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"The staff was so helpful. Great place to stay if you are going to the Safari Park."
United States
Jared
The price is CA $182
CA $200 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
A retro-themed arcade with classic games, a foosball table, and a long communal table with stools.

17. The Rambler Hotel

The Rambler Hotel
3.0 star property
Chula Vista
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,211 reviews)
"Solid place to stay"
United States
Neal
The price is CA $147
CA $182 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The Rambler Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a view of the beach and ocean through a large window.

18. Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (666 reviews)
"Nice motel, walking distance from the beach and restaurants. Family room was well equipped and clean, sand toys and boards were a nice bonus."
United States
Viachaslau
The price is CA $211
CA $232 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Moonlight Beach Motel
A living room with a round table, a blue sofa, a patterned armchair, and a potted plant.

19. Crown City Inn

Crown City Inn
2.5 star property
Coronado
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (872 reviews)
"This is a really amazing place to stay in Coronado."
United States
Kate
The price is CA $258
CA $284 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Crown City Inn
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, (479 reviews)
"Great service, I've stayed here multiple times and never had a problem"
United States
michael
The price is CA $108
CA $119 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Escondido Lodge
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Top Santee Hotel Reviews

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Great stay! The staff are incredibly kind!"
Jay 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Paradise Point Resort & Spa

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Santee Motels information

Number of reviews
6,367
Accommodation
51 Motels
Lowest Price
CA $93
Highest Price
CA $284

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Santee?
When you save on your room price, you can enjoy more of what Santee has to offer. In the larger area, favorite places to visit include San Diego Zoo, Mission Bay, and Petco Park.
What are motels like?
At most motels, you're likely to find free parking and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room directly from the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace after World War II with the popularity of car travel and road trip vacations, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Santee?
Here you'll find some of our customers' favorite motels in the larger area. The Rambler Hotel is located 15.7 mi (25.2 km) from the heart of Santee. Enjoy access to the 24-hour business center, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Motel 6 Chula Vista, CA - San Diego: Free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace are available during your stay. Central Santee is 15.5 mi (24.9 km) away. Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego: Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from the heart of Santee. Coronado Inn: Central Santee is 15.2 mi (24.5 km) away. Free WiFi, a snack bar/deli, and parking are available during your stay. Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos: 23.8 mi (38.2 km) from the heart of Santee. Enjoy access to the business center, and freebies including breakfast and parking.
What can I do in Santee?
In this family-friendly area, you can check out the shops and enjoy the restaurants while you're sightseeing. Those visiting Santee have good things to say about the bars. Favorite places in and around Santee include San Diego Zoo, Mission Bay, and Petco Park. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Sportsplex USA Santee, Santee Lakes, and Mission Trails Regional Park. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: San Diego Zoo Safari Park, San Diego Natural History Museum, and San Diego Air and Space Museum.
What's the seasonal weather like in Santee?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Santee 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 Santee is 13 inches.
What are my options for getting around Santee when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Santee to help you navigate your stay: Fly into San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field), which is located 0.9 mi (1.4 km) away from the city center. You can also search for flights into San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is 9.9 mi (16 km) away. Make your way to Santee Town Center Station for metro transit.

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