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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, (1,002 reviews)
"Room was clean, quiet & very comfortable."
United States
Lori
The price is S$107
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego

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, (1,848 reviews)
"Room was clean and staff was friendly."
United States
Justin
The price is S$95
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

3. 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, (498 reviews)
"Clean room and easy parking"
United States
Adrian
The price is S$116
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego

4. Northgate Motel

Northgate Motel
2.0 star property
El Cajon
7.8 out of 10, Good, (747 reviews)
"This hotel was very clean and made my stay very pleasant. The staff was helpful and friendly. I stayed here and I’m looking to book again for my birthday."
United States
Madeline
The price is S$96
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Northgate Motel

5. Valley Motel El Cajon-San Diego

Valley Motel El Cajon-San Diego
2.0 star property
El Cajon
6.6 out of 10, (745 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 S$86
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Valley Motel El Cajon-San Diego

6. Relax Inn And Suites

Relax Inn And Suites
2.0 star property
El Cajon
5.6 out of 10, (487 reviews)
"The most disgusting hotel I’ve ever step foot into"
United States
Camille
The price is S$76
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Relax Inn And Suites

7. Villa Serena

Villa Serena
2.0 star property
El Cajon
6.6 out of 10, (313 reviews)
"Nice clean rooms and very friendly management."
United States
Andre
Villa Serena

8. Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East

Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East
2.0 star property
Santee
7.6 out of 10, Good, (916 reviews)
"Great"
United States
Gabriel
The price is S$123
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East

9. Motel 6 La Mesa, CA

Motel 6 La Mesa, CA
2.0 star property
La Mesa
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"super clean and friendly staff, would stay again!"
United States
Natalia
The price is S$113
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Motel 6 La Mesa, CA

10. Mission Bay Motel

Mission Bay Motel
Pacific Beach
5.4 out of 10, (343 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 S$101
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Mission Bay Motel

11. El Rancho Motel

El Rancho Motel
2.0 star property
Coronado
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (959 reviews)
"Great place will stay again"
United States
Nouman
The price is S$154
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
El Rancho Motel

12. The Rambler Hotel

The Rambler Hotel
3.0 star property
Chula Vista
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,208 reviews)
"Solid place to stay"
United States
Neal
The price is S$131
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
The Rambler Hotel

13. Crown City Inn

Crown City Inn
2.5 star property
Coronado
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (883 reviews)
"This is a really amazing place to stay in Coronado."
United States
Kate
The price is S$227
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Crown City Inn

14. Ramona Valley Inn

Ramona Valley Inn
2.0 star property
Ramona
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,006 reviews)
"Newly renovated, clean rooms. Friendly staff, very nice place for the price"
United States
Rhiannon
The price is S$85
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Ramona Valley Inn

15. Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (486 reviews)
"Great service, I've stayed here multiple times and never had a problem"
United States
michael
The price is S$87
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Escondido Lodge

16. Coronado Island Inn

Coronado Island Inn
2.5 star property
Coronado
7.4 out of 10, Good, (596 reviews)
"Quaint spot in a good location which was centrally located within the island."
United States
Andrew
The price is S$210
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Coronado Island Inn

17. Apple Tree Inn

Apple Tree Inn
2.0 star property
Julian
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Very clean and rustic. Easy check in process. Great location"
United States
Rivera
The price is S$184
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Apple Tree Inn

18. Studio 6 National City, CA - Naval Base San Diego

Studio 6 National City, CA - Naval Base San Diego
2.0 star property
National City
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Room was clean, staff was helpful, security present in the parking lot at night"
United States
Max
The price is S$106
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Studio 6 National City, CA - Naval Base San Diego

19. 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, (1,006 reviews)
"It was clean, easy to check in and out, and the staff were friendly."
United States
Gavin
The price is S$135
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Motel 6 La Mesa, CA - San Diego

20. Coronado Inn

Coronado Inn
2.5 star property
Bayside
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (972 reviews)
"Newly renovated and perfect location!"
United States
Anna
The price is S$210
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Coronado Inn
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Learn more about El Cajon

Tee off at Singing Hills Country Club or visit Sycuan Casino for local entertainment options. Explore the Western heritage at Olaf Wieghorst Museum or enjoy family fun at Boomers, all in 'The Big Box.'

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How many motels will I be able to find in El Cajon?

Expedia has 7 motels in El Cajon.

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, Mission Bay and Petco Park 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. Relax Inn And Suites: Free parking and a 24-hour front desk are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as an in-room safe. It's located within a short 9-minute drive of San Diego State University.

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, Mission Bay and Petco Park. 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 Natural History Museum and San Diego Air and Space Museum.

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.