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Our top choices for El Cajon motels

Free daily on-the-go breakfast

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)
"This Motel is very good considering the rate you pay,the beds are clean and other parts of the room are clean,the staff are very friendly,the breakfast was fair but it could be improved and dining room could be larger ,the surroundings is excellent"
United States
Jalal
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego
Exterior

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, (1,755 reviews)
"Everything was good."
United States
Julian
The price is €66
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

3. Northgate Motel

Northgate Motel
2.0 star property
El Cajon
7.8 out of 10, Good, (695 reviews)
"Very Comfortable with large room."
United States
Andrea
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Northgate Motel
Superior Double Room

4. Valley Motel El Cajon-San Diego

Valley Motel El Cajon-San Diego
2.0 star property
El Cajon
6.6 out of 10, (724 reviews)
"It’s okay for the price you pay except for the mites and ticks biting in bed"
United States
Jorge
The price is €58
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Valley Motel El Cajon-San Diego
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

5. Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego

Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego
2.0 star property
Downtown El Cajon
6.6 out of 10, (468 reviews)
"Staff is great and willing to help out with issues that may arise. Also very proactive for helping with reservations."
United States
Tony
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego
Property grounds

6. Villa Serena

Villa Serena
2.0 star property
El Cajon
6.4 out of 10, (302 reviews)
"Nice clean rooms and very friendly management."
United States
Andre
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Villa Serena
Front of property

7. Relax Inn And Suites

Relax Inn And Suites
2.0 star property
El Cajon
5.8 out of 10, (426 reviews)
"I always have a good time at the Relax inn"
United States
Raymond
The price is €66
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Relax Inn And Suites
Lobby

8. Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East

Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East
2.0 star property
Santee
7.6 out of 10, Good, (890 reviews)
"I liked everything will be staying again very soon"
United States
Amanda
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East
Arcade

9. The Rambler Hotel

The Rambler Hotel
3.0 star property
Chula Vista
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,201 reviews)
"Just a great place to stay!"
United States
Tracy
The price is €119
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
The Rambler Hotel
Exterior

10. Ramona Valley Inn

Ramona Valley Inn
2.0 star property
Ramona
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Our stay at Ramona Valley Inn was wonderful. The property was well maintained and quaint. The room was updated and comfortable. The pool area was very nice and relaxing. The atmosphere of the town was quiet and welcoming. We will stay here again!"
United States
Shiloh
The price is €68
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Ramona Valley Inn
Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

11. 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, (1,008 reviews)
"Easy parking, rapid check in. Nothing at all to complain about with our stay"
United States
Stephen
The price is €99
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Motel 6 La Mesa, CA - San Diego
Property grounds

12. El Rancho Motel

El Rancho Motel
2.0 star property
Coronado
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (922 reviews)
"Cute cottage style hotel on the Main Street!"
United States
Jeffrey
The price is €134
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
El Rancho Motel
Lobby sitting area

13. Apple Tree Inn

Apple Tree Inn
2.0 star property
Julian
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great! Good air conditioning and nice clean room"
United States
Julia
The price is €112
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Apple Tree Inn
Standard Room, 1 King Bed

14. Baycities Motel

Baycities Motel
2.0 star property
Chula Vista
7.2 out of 10, Good, (275 reviews)
"Shops nearby"
United States
Marquinton
The price is €69
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Baycities Motel
Lobby sitting area

15. Crown City Inn

Crown City Inn
2.5 star property
Coronado
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (805 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Mondi
The price is €159
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Crown City Inn
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

16. Hotel Milagro

Hotel Milagro
2.0 star property
Chula Vista
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Mary
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Hotel Milagro
Property grounds

17. National City Motel

National City Motel
2.5 star property
National City
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"The hotel was easy to get to off hwy 5. Well maintained interior and exterior. AC unit worked great, staff and management friendly and courteous. Small attractive hotel/motel and quiet during my stay. Good value for the price"
United States
Camille
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
National City Motel
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

18. Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
7.8 out of 10, Good, (423 reviews)
"Staff is great - rooms very clean"
United States
Nancy
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Escondido Lodge
Beach nearby

19. Coronado Inn

Coronado Inn
2.5 star property
Bayside
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (835 reviews)
"It was a very cute and fairly quiet Inn, and walking distance from Restaurants."
United States
Kammy
The price is €145
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Coronado Inn
King Suite with Ocean View | Terrace/patio

20. Los Bungalows

Los Bungalows
2.5 star property
Imperial Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (549 reviews)
"Awsome place to stay close to the beach"
United States
Xavier Jr
The price is €177
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Los Bungalows
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Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel

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"Great staff, clean. Very happy and would stay again."
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Handlery Hotel

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El Cajon Motels information

Number of reviews
8,446
Accommodation
44 Motels
Lowest Price
€58
Highest Price
€177

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, Petco Park and Mission Bay 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. Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego: Free WiFi, free parking and laundry facilities are available during your stay. 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, Petco Park and Mission Bay. 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 Air and Space Museum and Waterfront Park.
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.