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Compare 40 Motels in El Cajon with updated reviews, rates, and availability.

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1138)
"If you're staying more than a few days, you must ask for more towels several times. They don't do housekeeping everyday if you're staying a longer duration. If you're doing laundry there, be sure to bring quarters because the front desk limits the amount per day. They don't have refrigerator or microwave in the room. Fewer amenities, lower cost. "
The price is AED 270
AED 297 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Apr - 17 Apr
Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego
The Rambler Motel
View from room

The Rambler Motel

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1851)
"We love the Rambler, always clean, great prices compared to others in town, has a great, big pool. "
The price is AED 360
AED 417 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
The Rambler Motel
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown

2.0 star property
6.4 out of 10, (1159)
"The front desk staff was warm, genuine,and professional."
The price is AED 289
AED 334 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Downtown
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Hotel Circle - Mission Valley
Outdoor pool

Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Hotel Circle - Mission Valley

2.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (1359)
"Clean rooms and bathrooms! Tv doesnt have many good chanel options."
The price is AED 301
AED 339 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Motel 6 San Diego, CA - Hotel Circle - Mission Valley
Motel 6 Chula Vista, CA - San Diego
Lobby

Motel 6 Chula Vista, CA - San Diego

2.0 star property
6.0 out of 10, (1874)
"Good"
The price is AED 249
AED 285 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Motel 6 Chula Vista, CA - San Diego
Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego
Lobby

Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego

2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1004)
"The guy at the desk was nice and helpful"
The price is AED 317
AED 349 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego
Hotel Milagro
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Hotel Milagro

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (821)
"room is slightly bigger than other budget motels. bed is comfortable enough with 4 pillows. a little loud at night but place seems safe. parking gets packed but you can usually find a spot. cleaning lady knocks to give you towels and soap if you need it."
The price is AED 311
AED 342 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Hotel Milagro
Motel 6 San Diego Airport - Harbor
Outdoor pool

Motel 6 San Diego Airport - Harbor

2.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (925)
"It was clean and convienent. Staff was friendly "
The price is AED 338
AED 380 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Motel 6 San Diego Airport - Harbor
Motel 6 San Ysidro, CA - San Diego - Border
Lobby

Motel 6 San Ysidro, CA - San Diego - Border

2.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1347)
"Easy acces to every thing"
The price is AED 279
AED 315 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Motel 6 San Ysidro, CA - San Diego - Border
Escondido Lodge
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Escondido Lodge

2.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (50)
"Great staff, very helpful and nice. "
The price is AED 283
AED 311 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Escondido Lodge
Coronado Inn
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Coronado Inn

2.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (529)
"very good location - close to ferry landing and beaches "
The price is AED 584
AED 642 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Coronado Inn
Motel 6 La Mesa, CA
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Blackout drapes, free WiFi

Motel 6 La Mesa, CA

2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1002)
"Customer service was excellent . Patient and compromising when needed "
The price is AED 356
AED 392 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Motel 6 La Mesa, CA
National City Motel
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

National City Motel

2.5 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (922)
"it clean, man who checked me in was really nice. it is a older property but seems well maintained but the room did have a old closet smell, nothing a few blasts of fabreeze could not clear up. it is a economy hotel so must put things in perspective."
The price is AED 275
AED 303 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
National City Motel
Crown City Inn
Lobby

Crown City Inn

2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (484)
"Easy to walk to all points on Coronado. The property has everything needed for a great stay. Staff was kind and helpful. Highly recommend. "
The price is AED 602
AED 662 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Apr - 10 Apr
Crown City Inn
Ramona Valley Inn
Vineyard

Ramona Valley Inn

2.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (793)
"Great stay!"
The price is AED 281
AED 315 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Ramona Valley Inn
Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)
Standard Room, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)

2.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (365)
"Favorite little spot to stay every time I come out for work"
The price is AED 291
AED 321 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Motel San Diego - In San Diego (Pacific Beach)
Studio 6 National City, CA - Naval Base San Diego
Lobby sitting area

Studio 6 National City, CA - Naval Base San Diego

2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (894)
"Spacious and cozy, great for a brief vacation stay. It's just unfortunate that the freeway is right across the street."
The price is AED 275
AED 303 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Studio 6 National City, CA - Naval Base San Diego
Coronado Island Inn
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Memory foam beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Coronado Island Inn

2.5 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (438)
"Staff was very friendly. The room was comfortable and clean. Great for the price! And the free bikes were so nice, we were able to take them out all day!"
The price is AED 511
AED 562 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Coronado Island Inn
Motel 6 La Mesa, CA - San Diego
Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel 6 La Mesa, CA - San Diego

2.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (879)
"Super polite staff."
The price is AED 371
AED 409 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Motel 6 La Mesa, CA - San Diego
El Rancho Motel
Terrace/patio

El Rancho Motel

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (724)
"Price and cleanliness excellent; no human service but very efficient check in, if you had directions and explanations on i phone or text. Code to open lobby door, and key very visable, so easy to locate room, as only 10. Charming motel with outside seating but no amenities inside. Check out easy, but again, no human contact. One overnight was adequate for convenience and price. "
The price is AED 426
AED 469 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Apr - 10 Apr
El Rancho Motel
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Other property types in El Cajon

Kasa Little Italy San Diego
Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Bay View (QueenBed) (Self Check-in with Virtual Front Desk) | Balcony view

Kasa Little Italy San Diego

4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (155)
"Great comfortable stay. Very luxurious property and beautiful apartments. I just wish they probably should have more signage for the parking floors inside to make navigation better for short term stays hotel rooms which is separate from residential parking."
The price is AED 647
AED 897 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Apr - 11 Apr
Kasa Little Italy San Diego
Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel
Lobby sitting area

Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel

2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (133)
"Nice and affordable rooms. The staff was nice."
The price is AED 382
AED 422 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Apr - 17 Apr
Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hill
Exterior

City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hill

4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (55)
"Amazing place!! Will book it in the future."
The price is AED 715
AED 897 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hill
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to El Cajon?
Because you’ll save on your room, you can enjoy more of the attractions 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 free parking. With a stay at a motel, you’ll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace after World War II with the appeal of 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 parking. Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego: Laundry facilities along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay. It’s located within a 20-minute drive of San Diego State University and Balboa Park.
How many motels are there in El Cajon?
Expedia has 7 inexpensive motels in El Cajon.
What can I do in El Cajon?
In this family-friendly area, you can check out the shops and enjoy the cafes while you’re sightseeing. People visiting El Cajon speak highly of its restaurants. Favorite places in and around El Cajon include San Diego Zoo, Mission Bay, and Petco Park. Enjoy nature with a stop at Lake Jennings and The Water Conservation Garden. Attractions the whole family can enjoy include Boomers El Cajon and P2K Range.
What's the seasonal weather like in El Cajon?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, 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 temp of 72°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 56°F. Average annual precipitation for El Cajon is 13 inches.
What are my options for getting around El Cajon when 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 center. Otherwise, look for flights into San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is 10.5 mi (16.9 km) away. Take advantage of metro transit at El Cajon Transit Center Station, Arnele Avenue Station, and Gillespie Field Station.