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Our top choices for Downtown El Cajon hotels

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, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean, nicely decorated big room."
United States
Erin
The price is NZ$347
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

2. WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast

WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast
2.5 star property
6.1 km from Downtown El Cajon
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (357 reviews)
"It's a great place to stay and very affordable."
United States
Shaun
The price is NZ$177
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast

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, (1,462 reviews)
"Great place."
United States
Andres
The price is NZ$219
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

4. Sycuan Casino Resort

Sycuan Casino Resort
4.0 star property
12.2 km from Downtown El Cajon
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,230 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Kimberly
The price is NZ$200
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Sycuan Casino Resort

5. Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa
2.5 star property
17.5 km from Downtown El Cajon
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel with very friendly staff"
United States
Jeffrey
The price is NZ$226
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

6. Ayres Lodge Alpine

Ayres Lodge Alpine
3.0 star property
17.9 km from Downtown El Cajon
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,182 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Luis
The price is NZ$216
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Ayres Lodge Alpine

7. Best Western San Diego/Miramar Hotel

Best Western San Diego/Miramar Hotel
2.5 star property
18.2 km from Downtown El Cajon
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,676 reviews)
"Clean room, good breakfast, plenty of parking, quiet location."
United States
Andrea
The price is NZ$225
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Best Western San Diego/Miramar Hotel

8. 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
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,801 reviews)
"Clean room , friendly staff , always helpful, breakfast good , always great to return"
United States
Luis
The price is NZ$204
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego Chula Vista

9. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area
3.0 star property
22.5 km from Downtown El Cajon
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,561 reviews)
"Great stay."
United States
Christopher
The price is NZ$224
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

10. 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, (4,236 reviews)
"Clean room and really nice area for our stay"
United States
Brandon
The price is NZ$249
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
3.0 star property
24.4 km from Downtown El Cajon
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,761 reviews)
"Had a great stay!"
United States
Terrance
The price is NZ$281
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

12. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
4.0 star property
24.8 km from Downtown El Cajon
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,118 reviews)
"Nice a friendly staff! Great hotel in beautiful La Jolla!"
United States
Tristan
The price is NZ$367
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

13. Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG
2.5 star property
21.8 km from Downtown El Cajon
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,099 reviews)
"Great family hotel. Simple and clean yummy breakfast inexpensive and perfect for our short stay in sd"
United States
Alejandra
The price is NZ$282
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport - Old Town by IHG

14. 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, (1,513 reviews)
"Had a good stay"
United States
Yesenia
The price is NZ$229
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

15. TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown

TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown
3.0 star property
20.3 km from Downtown El Cajon
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean and spacious rooms, great staff, great service!"
United States
Brajesh
The price is NZ$260
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Downtown

16. 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, (1,731 reviews)
"It was a nice hotel. I’d stay here again."
United States
Lori
The price is NZ$216
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Comfort Inn Chula Vista San Diego South

17. 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, (1,189 reviews)
"Great stay for a stay !"
United States
Monserrat
The price is NZ$144
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Howard Johnson by Wyndham National City/San Diego South

18. Comfort Inn San Diego Old Town

Comfort Inn San Diego Old Town
2.5 star property
22.4 km from Downtown El Cajon
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (2,086 reviews)
"A great stay and very close to the airport for those frequent trips"
United States
Ernesto
The price is NZ$207
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Comfort Inn San Diego Old Town

19. Ayres Hotel San Diego South - Chula Vista

Ayres Hotel San Diego South - Chula Vista
3.0 star property
19.7 km from Downtown El Cajon
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,027 reviews)
"I was very impressed with this hotel. The rooms were comfortable and modern and the staff was warm and welcoming."
United States
Rosemary
The price is NZ$321
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Ayres Hotel San Diego South - Chula Vista

20. The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
3.0 star property
20.6 km from Downtown El Cajon
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,375 reviews)
"Really enjoyed my stay!"
United States
Kelly
The price is NZ$265
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
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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
1,000 reviews
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A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a stone facade, and a clear sky.
WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast
2.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
357 reviews
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A swimming pool with palm trees and a mountain in the background.
Sycuan Casino Resort
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
2,230 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
1,462 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
1,182 reviews
View

Our guide on where to stay in Downtown El Cajon

Find the best Downtown El Cajon areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

Fletcher Hills

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

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.

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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.