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El Cajon Hotel Guide. Hotels in Downtown El Cajon, El Cajon, United States of America

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Our top choices for Downtown El Cajon hotels

A modern restaurant with a bar area, dining tables, and chairs.

1. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon
3.0 star property
Downtown El Cajon
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean, nicely decorated big room."
United States
Erin
The price is €176
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon
A swimming pool with palm trees and a mountain in the background.

2. Sycuan Casino Resort

Sycuan Casino Resort
4.0 star property
12.2 km from Downtown El Cajon
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,209 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Kimberly
The price is €100
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Sycuan Casino Resort
A spacious living room with a large arched window, a red sofa, a coffee table, and a chandelier.

3. Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU
2.5 star property
9.7 km from Downtown El Cajon
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,450 reviews)
"This is a wonderful place to stay when visiting grandkids attending the college. Very quaint & quiet, will definitely stay again"
United States
Terri
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU
A hotel with a covered patio area featuring outdoor seating and a fire pit.

4. Ayres Lodge Alpine

Ayres Lodge Alpine
3.0 star property
17.9 km from Downtown El Cajon
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,165 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Luis
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Ayres Lodge Alpine
A hotel room with two beds, a television, a desk, and a dresser.

5. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego Chula Vista

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego Chula Vista
3.0 star property
19 km from Downtown El Cajon
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,782 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay"
United States
Nuwan
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego Chula Vista
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

6. Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South

Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South
2.0 star property
19 km from Downtown El Cajon
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,182 reviews)
"Great stay for a stay !"
United States
Monserrat
The price is €76
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South
A hotel reception area with a cityscape mural, a 'No Smoking' sign, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

7. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar
3.0 star property
21.9 km from Downtown El Cajon
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,559 reviews)
"Great value and location . Quiet place good food next door. Beds and pillows were 5 stars!"
United States
Richard
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar
A hotel lobby with a patterned carpet, a reception desk, a sofa with cushions, and potted plants.

8. Comfort Inn Chula Vista San Diego South

Comfort Inn Chula Vista San Diego South
2.5 star property
19 km from Downtown El Cajon
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,717 reviews)
"The breakfast and the staff were great!"
United States
Xochitl
The price is €103
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Comfort Inn Chula Vista San Diego South
A balcony with a wicker chair, a view of high-rise buildings, and a small garden area.

9. Ash&9th

Ash&9th
2.0 star property
20.1 km from Downtown El Cajon
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,092 reviews)
"Great room for the price, convenient and great staff. Will stay again."
United States
Sandra
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Ash&9th
A hotel lobby with a waterfall feature, outdoor seating area, and multiple floors with balconies.

10. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
3.5 star property
21.2 km from Downtown El Cajon
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,462 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Thao
The price is €118
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
A hotel reception area with a reception desk, framed pictures on the wall, a clock, and a seating area with a table and chairs.

11. Pleasant Inn

Pleasant Inn
2.5 star property
20.3 km from Downtown El Cajon
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,629 reviews)
"Clean rooms and Great Staff."
United States
Daniel
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Pleasant Inn
A hotel lobby with a 'Lobby' sign, palm trees, and a sunset sky.

12. Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas
3.0 star property
19.5 km from Downtown El Cajon
7.8 out of 10, Good, (4,034 reviews)
"OUR STAY WAS GREAT. WE WERE IN TOWN FOR A SOCCER GAME AND THE PRICE AND PROXIMITY TO SNAPDRAGON WAS PERFECT."
United States
Cynthia
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Best Western Seven Seas
A poolside view with a lounge chair, a towel, a tray with a drink and a coconut, and a pool with palm trees in the background.

13. San Diego Mission Bay Resort

San Diego Mission Bay Resort
4.0 star property
23.4 km from Downtown El Cajon
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,662 reviews)
"Amazing rooms and service!!"
United States
Aaroosh
The price is €193
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
San Diego Mission Bay Resort
An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a fire feature.

14. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central
3.0 star property
17.2 km from Downtown El Cajon
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great staff, clean rooms and excellent location"
United States
Ahmad
The price is €131
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central
A balcony with wicker furniture overlooking a marina and a coastal cityscape.

15. Sheraton San Diego Resort

Sheraton San Diego Resort
4.0 star property
23.4 km from Downtown El Cajon
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (3,801 reviews)
"Amazing property! The hotel shuttle service was great! Would stay here again!"
United States
Monica
The price is €165
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Sheraton San Diego Resort
A balcony with a metal table and chair, a wooden panel wall, and a view of a parking area with a sign reading "Sands of Jolla".

16. The Sands of La Jolla

The Sands of La Jolla
2.5 star property
28.6 km from Downtown El Cajon
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (948 reviews)
"Excellent bang for your buck stay!"
United States
Roman
The price is €120
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
The Sands of La Jolla
A modern living room with a stone fireplace, sofas, a coffee table, and a view of the upper floor.

17. Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
3.5 star property
20.6 km from Downtown El Cajon
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (4,222 reviews)
"Great property, friendly staff and a restaurant with good food and live music next door. Had an excellent time!"
United States
Candas
The price is €132
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
A lobby with a staircase, a round seating area, a wicker chair, and a large stained glass window.

18. Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
4.0 star property
20.6 km from Downtown El Cajon
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,586 reviews)
"will definitely stay here again."
United States
Diego
The price is €124
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
A rectangular swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tall trees and greenery.

19. Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
3.0 star property
19.6 km from Downtown El Cajon
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (3,166 reviews)
"Great place too stay."
United States
Oscar
The price is €82
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a central courtyard with palm trees and a well-lit entrance.

20. Viejas Casino & Willows Hotel

Viejas Casino & Willows Hotel
4.0 star property
24.5 km from Downtown El Cajon
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,077 reviews)
"Amazing stay"
United States
Shanna
The price is €126
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Viejas Casino & Willows Hotel
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Compare popular hotels in Downtown El Cajon

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A modern restaurant with a bar area, dining tables, and chairs.
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,001 reviews
View
A swimming pool with palm trees and a mountain in the background.
Sycuan Casino Resort
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
2,209 reviews
View
A hotel room with two beds, a large landscape painting above the beds, and a nightstand with a lamp.
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego-East/El Cajon
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
1,010 reviews
View
A spacious living room with a large arched window, a red sofa, a coffee table, and a chandelier.
Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,450 reviews
View
A hotel with a covered patio area featuring outdoor seating and a fire pit.
Ayres Lodge Alpine
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,165 reviews
View

Where to stay in Downtown El Cajon

Find the best Downtown El Cajon areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic bridge sign, a metal bridge structure, and a clear blue sky.
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Rancho San Diego

If you're spending some time in Rancho San Diego, The Water Conservation Garden and Regal Edwards Rancho San Diego are top sights worth seeing.

A sunset over a mountainous landscape with scattered clouds.

Fletcher Hills

When in Fletcher Hills, you can plan a visit to Parkway Plaza and The Magnolia, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

A cityscape with a prominent sign reading "Downtown El Cajon 1912" at a street intersection.

Bostonia

The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Bostonia. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit The Magnolia and Parkway Plaza, a few notable attractions nearby.

Granite Hills

Though Granite Hills may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Singing Hills Country Club - Willow Glen Course and The Magnolia.

Hillsdale

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Hillsdale and surrounding area, you can visit The Magnolia and Singing Hills Country Club - Willow Glen Course.

Top Downtown El Cajon Hotel Reviews

The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld

The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld

10/10 Excellent
"Recommend"
Jieya 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown El Cajon like?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that El Cajon's Downtown El Cajon neighbourhood has to offer. Make sure that you visit The Magnolia and East County Regional Center as part of your Downtown El Cajon travel plans.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown El Cajon, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals in Downtown El Cajon.
What are the top things to see and do in Downtown El Cajon?
Sights like The Magnolia and Olaf Wieghorst Museum and Western Heritage Center can be part of your cultural tour of Downtown El Cajon. A visit to East County Regional Center is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighbourhood. Knox House Museum, Regal Parkway Plaza and Parkway Plaza are just a few of the places to visit in and around Downtown El Cajon. Art World Western Heritage Gallery and Warbirds West Air Museum are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in El Cajon.