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10 Jul - 12 Jul
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Our top choices for El Cajon cheap hotels

Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)

Sycuan Casino Resort

Sycuan Casino Resort
4.0 star property
El Cajon
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,995 reviews)
"Always a great stay"
United States
Jeanette
The price is AED 425
AED 511 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Sycuan Casino Resort
Reception

Best Inn & Suites

Best Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
El Cajon
6.0 out of 10, (200 reviews)
"Noisy, But, a Place to Be Personal."
United States
Tanika Nakeya
The price is AED 248
AED 273 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Best Inn & Suites
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites

Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
El Cajon
6.6 out of 10, (54 reviews)
"Had a good stay here !"
United States
Lizbeth
The price is AED 341
AED 375 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites
Front of property

Relax Inn And Suites

Relax Inn And Suites
2.0 star property
El Cajon
5.8 out of 10, (398 reviews)
"Room comfortable, staff wonderful"
United States
Drew
The price is AED 291
AED 328 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Relax Inn And Suites
Exterior

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, (1,698 reviews)
"A good place to stay if you need a place to crash in for the night"
United States
Ivy Ruth
The price is AED 319
AED 352 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Individually furnished, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Rodeway Inn El Cajon - San Diego East

Rodeway Inn El Cajon - San Diego East
2.0 star property
El Cajon
6.6 out of 10, (221 reviews)
"Room had a microwave and fridge and chair that was awesome"
United States
Adrian
The price is AED 281
AED 309 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Rodeway Inn El Cajon - San Diego East
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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, (438 reviews)
"Room felt very comfortable and clean. Hot outside but nice. Excellent rate through Expedia 😊"
United States
Lisa Marie
The price is AED 345
AED 414 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego
Free daily on-the-go breakfast

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)
"Room was clean and updated, checkin and check out was easy, staff was nice, breakfast area was small but was ok. Restaurants and stores are close by. Water Conservation Garden and Heritage of the Americas Museum were close by. Online the property looks nicer but overall our stay was pleasant."
United States
Sergio
The price is AED 372
AED 409 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego
Superior Double Room | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Valley Motel El Cajon-San Diego

Valley Motel El Cajon-San Diego
2.0 star property
El Cajon
6.6 out of 10, (714 reviews)
"Warm welcome, safe and easy parking"
Mexico
Danae
The price is AED 314
AED 345 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Valley Motel El Cajon-San Diego
One Bedroom Suite, 1 King Bed, Soaking Tub, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East

Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East
3.0 star property
El Cajon
6.6 out of 10, (991 reviews)
"The room was clean, ans the staff was friendly and attentive."
United States
Peter
The price is AED 352
AED 387 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East
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.
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Top El Cajon Hotel Reviews

California Suites Hotel

California Suites Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel was very clean and a great location and the front staff checking in we’re excellent"
Ana 3-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
California Suites Hotel

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What is there to see and do in El Cajon?
El Cajon draws tourists with its fantastic dining options and shopping, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the popular local attractions that are highest on your list, such as San Diego Zoo and Petco Park, and choose other low-cost activities to fill your itinerary. Enjoy the local natural beauty at Lake Jennings and The Water Conservation Garden, or check out the area's cultural spots like The Magnolia.
How can I get to El Cajon and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in El Cajon can help keep you on budget. The closest airport is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) away from the center in San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field). However, if that doesn't suit your budget, you can book a flight to San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), located 10.5 mi (16.9 km) away. Nearby metro stations include El Cajon Transit Center Station, Arnele Avenue Station, and Gillespie Field Station.