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A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a stone facade, and a clear sky.

A compact kitchenette with a refrigerator, microwave, sink, and wooden cabinets.

A hotel room with two beds, a window with blinds, a heater, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wooden wardrobe.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a grey carpet, and a glass door entrance.

1. WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast

2.2 km from Santee Lakes

Adan

€103

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

An outdoor dining area with tables set for a formal event, featuring candelabras and neatly folded napkins.

A bar area with multiple seating arrangements, a counter with a bartender, and overhead televisions.

A golf course with a pond, a flag, and a building in the background.

A lodge entrance with a wooden door and wrought iron gates, surrounded by potted plants and a paved walkway.

2. Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

1.5 km from Santee Lakes

Alden

€147

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A spacious living room with a large arched window, a red sofa, a coffee table, and a chandelier.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a building with a white facade and a tree with lights.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

A spacious living area with a red sofa, a coffee table with a fruit bowl, and a modern chandelier.

3. Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

11.1 km from Santee Lakes

Bernadette

€127

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A spacious hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a coffee station, and a television.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a chair.

A hotel with a covered entrance, palm trees, and a clear sky.

A modern living room with a fireplace, patterned chairs, decorative vases, and a ceiling fan.

4. Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego-Poway

9.5 km from Santee Lakes

Mayra

€137

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

A Courtyard Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a parking area.

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a textured wall and a reception desk with a built-in computer.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a window with curtains.

5. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

7.8 km from Santee Lakes

Carl

€157

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A spacious lobby with leather sofas, a round coffee table with fruit, and a ceiling adorned with colorful hanging ornaments.

A swimming pool with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a gated entrance.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a nightstand with a lamp, and a vase of flowers.

A gym with treadmills, ellipticals, and weight machines.

6. Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego

8.5 km from Santee Lakes

Nelson Francisco

€128

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

An outdoor patio with a fire pit, seating, and a view of Fletcher Marketplace.

A modern hotel lobby with a central bar, seating areas, and a patterned carpet.

A reception desk with a "Welcome to the Golden State" sign and a "Hilton Honors" sign.

A multi-story hotel with a pool, parking lot, and a view of distant mountains.

7. Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego

6.6 km from Santee Lakes

Natalya

€130

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A living room with a green sofa, wooden coffee table, blue ottoman, and a chair with red cushions. A bookshelf is against the wall, and a fireplace is visible.

A modern living room with a stone wall, a fireplace, a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a reception desk with a wooden backdrop.

A modern kitchen with a long counter, coffee makers, and a variety of food items.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a large window offering a city view.

8. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

18 km from Santee Lakes

Alyssa

€151

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A pool area with lounge chairs and a hot tub, surrounded by a multi-level building with balconies.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a seating area.

A hotel room with a dining table, two chairs, a sofa, a TV, a cabinet, and a patterned carpet.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.

9. Best Western Santee Lodge

4.2 km from Santee Lakes

Albert

€115

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and a sign reading "Springhill Suites Marriott".

A hotel room with a sofa, a wooden desk, a chair, a TV, and a tray table.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a bar.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white countertop, and various food items displayed.

10. SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Rancho Bernardo/Scripps Poway

13.2 km from Santee Lakes

Monica

€148

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, a chair, and a small table.

A room with a wooden reception desk, two wicker chairs, a small table, and a potted plant.

A room with wicker furniture, a small table, and a radiator. There are curtains on the windows, and a plant is visible on the windowsill.

11. Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East

3.4 km from Santee Lakes

Amanda

€83

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a waterfall feature, surrounded by palm trees and a building with multiple balconies.

A modern lobby with a round table and four chairs, a reception desk, and a large window.

A modern outdoor seating area with a wooden wall, a hanging chair, and a large potted plant.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple hanging pendant lights, and a bar stocked with bottles and glasses.

12. San Diego Marriott Mission Valley

15.3 km from Santee Lakes

Tessa

€168

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, each with a patterned bedspread, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A room with a wooden dresser, a television on top, a white lamp, a microwave, and a trash bin.

A two-story motel with a sign indicating amenities such as continental breakfast, free Wi-Fi, and HBO.

A reception desk with a clock, a window, and a door.

13. Northgate Motel

7.5 km from Santee Lakes

Edison

€67

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A breakfast buffet area with a stone wall, a coffee station, and a fruit display.

A hotel lobby with leather armchairs, a sofa, and a reception desk.

An elevator area with stone walls and a potted plant.

A modern hotel lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large painting of a sunset.

14. Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

13 km from Santee Lakes

Jorge

€113

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern bar area with wooden ceiling beams, bar stools, and a long counter.

An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a fire feature.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

A multi-story hotel with a curved facade, balconies, and a central entrance with a glass door.

15. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central

13.1 km from Santee Lakes

Pedro

€143

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A patio area with a circular fire pit surrounded by wicker furniture and a stone wall.

A digital display in a hotel lobby with a view of a beach and ocean.

A modern bar area with a marble countertop, wooden stools, and a unique hanging light fixture.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, palm trees, and a well-lit pathway.

16. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Sorrento Valley

18.9 km from Santee Lakes

Dan

€160

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a stone fire pit, and blue umbrellas.

A bar area with wooden chairs and tables, a TV screen, and a variety of bottles and glasses on the shelves.

A modern hotel lobby with a long seating area, a kitchen in the background, and a bar area with multiple tables and chairs.

A spacious living area with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

17. HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa

17.9 km from Santee Lakes

Rebecca Kaylyn

€151

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a large landscape painting above the beds, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a seating area with sofas and a coffee table, large windows with blinds, and a visible Coca-Cola advertisement.

A modern living room with a sofa set, coffee table, and a potted plant.

A swimming pool with a blue tiled border, a white chair, and a door.

18. Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego-East/El Cajon

7.8 km from Santee Lakes

Esekia

€80

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

An outdoor patio with a stone barbecue grill, wicker furniture, and a covered seating area with blue umbrellas.

A modern hotel dining area with round tables, comfortable seating, and large windows offering views.

A hotel with a stone facade, a flagpole with an American flag, and a parking lot with marked spaces.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small round table, a desk, a TV mounted on the wall, and a bed with a headboard.

19. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Rancho Bernardo Scripps Poway

13 km from Santee Lakes

Amy

€159

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A spacious lobby with a wooden ceiling, large windows, a reception desk, and seating areas.

A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a sofa, and a coffee table. There are large windows offering a view of the outside.

A hotel entrance with a stone facade, an arched doorway, and a palm tree to the left.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a dining space.

20. Holiday Inn Express Mira Mesa-San Diego by IHG

Scripps Ranch, 12.1 km from Santee Lakes

Gina

€109

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Santee Lakes

Property	Property class	Guest rating
WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast	8.6 Excellent 233 reviews	View
Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel	8.0 Very good 1,000 reviews	View
Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU	9.0 Wonderful 1,421 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego-Poway	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon	9.2 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View

Top Santee Lakes Hotel Reviews

Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East

8/10 Good

"The room was clean. New carpet and bedspread. The sink was cracked, so that brought my overall rating down a star . Would have liked 4 towels rather than 2, as they are small. A/c worked super good for our 90+ temperatures."

Northgate Motel

8/10 Good

"Nice bed quiet area big rooms"

Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego

8/10 Good

"The room was clean. Only thing was missing was the iron and ironing board but luckily I didn't need it for the few days I was there. The major thing that stood out to me was my hotel room door had a big gap at the bottom of the door to where I had to place a towel there to keep anything that may wanted to come in, meaning bugs or rodents. I didn't have any issues with anything coming into my room. The hotel is in a great location with shopping and restaurants nearby. The staff was really nice and helpful when I needed it. As for the Continental breakfast, that can be much better in my opinion. What was offered was not adequate to a breakfast. They should have more varieties of what they offered something along the lines of sausage, patties or links and actual waffle maker to make waffles instead of Frozen ones. Different varieties of muffins, bagels, boiled eggs, oatmeal, etc."

Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was excellent. Facilities were average. Price for lodging was pretty good for facilities provided."

Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego

10/10 Excellent

"Breakfast was terrible. Not even hot coffee! Very disappointing"

Spacious 4-bedroom house with AC, fitness equipment in wonderful Lakeside

10/10 Excellent

"Family friendly"

San Diego Lux: 5Bedroom/Remodeled/Solar Heated Pool/Spa/GameRoom/Grill/Workspace

10/10 Excellent

"The House Absolutely Lived Up to the Pictures!We stayed for five nights with 6 adults and 4 kids, ages 8–10, and there was plenty of room for everyone. The house has several different gathering spaces, which made it easy for everyone to spread out, relax, or spend time together. The beds were comfortable, and everyone had a great place to sleep.The pool was a huge hit, and so was the game room. We even had a few very competitive adults vs. kids Mortal Kombat battles! There was always something for everyone to do.The kitchen was well stocked with all the tools we needed, and the coffee bar was a really nice touch. Getting into the city or out to the beaches wasn't bad at all, and there were plenty of local places nearby to grab a bite to eat.One of my favorite features was the front courtyard. It was a wonderful little sanctuary when I wanted to get away from all the activity in the house and enjoy some quiet time.You know how you look through all the pictures before booking and just hope the house actually lives up to the hype? This house did. It was just as advertised and did not disappoint.We had an awesome stay, made some great memories, and would highly recommend this house, especially for families or larger groups. We would definitely stay here again!"

Best Western Santee Lodge

8/10 Good

"Good location friendly staff"

A Walk in the Clouds: Stunning Views, Game Room, Pool & Hot Tub!

10/10 Excellent

"This was a family vacation. The condo was located on the beach. Each of the bedrooms had a private bath. The kitchen was well stocked. A pleasant surprise was the roof top facilities. Parking was an issue, one assigned spot was very challenging to use."

Other attractions near Santee Lakes

Santee Boulders

9.0/10 (12 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Santee Boulders, a lovely green space in Santee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Carlton Oaks Country Club

8.0/10 (19 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Santee at Carlton Oaks Country Club. Attend a sporting event while in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants.

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Off Broadway Live

8.0/10 (4 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at Off Broadway Live during your trip to Santee. Visit the shops in this relaxing area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Sportsplex USA Santee

8.4/10 (12 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Sportsplex USA Santee, a lovely green space in Santee. Visit the shops in this relaxing area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Old Mission Dam

8.0/10 (7 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Santee when you spend time at Old Mission Dam.

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Taylor Guitars

7.2/10 (10 reviews)

You can take time to visit Taylor Guitars during your travels to El Cajon. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area or seek out the golf courses.

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Creation and Earth History Museum

7.8/10 (8 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Creation and Earth History Museum in Santee. Attend a sporting event while in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants.

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Full Circle Saloon

After visiting Full Circle Saloon, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santee. Visit the shops in this relaxing area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santee Lakes?

Santee Lakes is located in a welcoming area of Santee known for its array of dining options and popular zoo. You'll find 131 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay close to Santee Lakes?

Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a golf course and a restaurant. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Santee Lakes. Other good options within a few miles include WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast and Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Santee Lakes?

Expedia has 131 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Santee Lakes.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santee Lakes, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Santee Lakes.

What can I see and do near Santee Lakes?

Study the collections at Creation and Earth History Museum, Warbirds West Air Museum or Knox House Museum. You can enjoy live performances at The Magnolia and Off Broadway Live. Spend some time wandering around Sportsplex USA Santee, Mission Trails Regional Park and Lakeside Baseball Park.

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Our top choices for Santee Lakes hotels

1. WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast

2. Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3. Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

4. Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego-Poway

5. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

6. Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego

7. Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego

8. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

9. Best Western Santee Lodge

10. SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Rancho Bernardo/Scripps Poway

11. Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East

12. San Diego Marriott Mission Valley

13. Northgate Motel

14. Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

15. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central

16. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Sorrento Valley

17. HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa

18. Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego-East/El Cajon

19. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Rancho Bernardo Scripps Poway

20. Holiday Inn Express Mira Mesa-San Diego by IHG

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Top Santee Lakes Hotel Reviews

Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East

Northgate Motel

Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego

Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego

Spacious 4-bedroom house with AC, fitness equipment in wonderful Lakeside

San Diego Lux: 5Bedroom/Remodeled/Solar Heated Pool/Spa/GameRoom/Grill/Workspace

Best Western Santee Lodge

A Walk in the Clouds: Stunning Views, Game Room, Pool & Hot Tub!

Other attractions near Santee Lakes

Santee Boulders

Carlton Oaks Country Club

Off Broadway Live

Sportsplex USA Santee

Old Mission Dam

Taylor Guitars

Creation and Earth History Museum

Full Circle Saloon

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