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Top East County 3 Star hotels

Ayres Lodge Alpine

Ayres Lodge Alpine

3 out of 5
1251 Tavern Rd Alpine CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$119 nightly
The price is $129 total per night from Apr 26 to Apr 27
$129 total
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and a gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Do not ever under any circumstances ever consider staying here . I made a reservation through Expedia Payment was taken and the hotel confirmed the reservation I arrived late after a long day and a flight from NY there was no one at the counter, but there was a sign saying back in 10 minutes, so ...

Reviewed on Apr 24, 2026

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Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

3 out of 5
141 North Magnolia Avenue El Cajon CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$152 nightly
The price is $167 total per night from May 10 to May 11
$167 total
May 10 - May 11
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Room was excellent, had breakfast there two days and it was very good, staff were very courteous.

Reviewed on Apr 24, 2026

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Holiday Inn Express La Mesa Near SDSU by IHG

Holiday Inn Express La Mesa Near SDSU by IHG

3 out of 5
8000 Parkway Dr San Diego CA
Fully refundable
$148 nightly
The price is $163 total per night from May 3 to May 4
$163 total
May 3 - May 4
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and a gym. Business travelers can take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy the free buffet breakfast each ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (514 reviews)
Stay was ok, but overpriced. Especially having to pay an xtra $20/ night for parking. This surprised me when I checked in, not part of Expedia payment.

Reviewed on Apr 21, 2026

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Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East

Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East

3 out of 5
855 Sandalwood Drive El Cajon CA
Fully refundable
$86 nightly
The price is $95 total per night from May 18 to May 19
$95 total
May 18 - May 19
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and a gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. Guests will appreciate ...
6.6/10 (971 reviews)
The rooms are old. Our door didn't fit the opening. So there was a large gap that let light and noise in all night. The furniture was falling apart as well.

Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026

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Vineyard Hacienda

Vineyard Hacienda

3.5 out of 5
12685 Campo Rd Jamul CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$163 nightly
The price is $176 total per night from Apr 27 to Apr 28
$176 total
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Total with taxes and fees
An attached winery and an outdoor pool are featured at this guesthouse. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas and airport shuttle. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (556 reviews)
Vineyard Hacienda looks charming from the outside and has a very nice looking pool and spa, but once you enter the place, it is filled with dark hallways leading to various rooms. The furniture is very old, like imagine grandma's furniture and one room was even cordoned off like it was a museum. ...

Reviewed on Apr 15, 2026

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Fireplace, Hot Tub, Patio & Bbq: San Diego Home

Fireplace, Hot Tub, Patio & Bbq: San Diego Home

3 out of 5
Spring Valley CA
This cottage includes free WiFi in public areas and barbecue grills.
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Charming Spring Valley Retreat w/ Private Pool!

Charming Spring Valley Retreat w/ Private Pool!

3 out of 5
Spring Valley CA
An outdoor pool is featured at this cottage, along with free WiFi in public areas and a garden.
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Colorful El Cajon Gem: Deck, Garden & Valley Views

Colorful El Cajon Gem: Deck, Garden & Valley Views

3 out of 5
El Cajon CA
This cottage doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. A garden and barbecue grills are also provided.
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La Mesa Townhome: 15 Mi to San Diego!

La Mesa Townhome: 15 Mi to San Diego!

3.5 out of 5
La Mesa CA
Free WiFi in public areas is available at this apartment. Take advantage of the free self parking.
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Quaint La Mesa Home With Beautiful Sunsets!

Quaint La Mesa Home With Beautiful Sunsets!

3 out of 5
8459 La Mesa Blvd La Mesa CA
Free WiFi in public areas is available at this cottage. Take advantage of the free self parking.
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3 Star Hotels East County

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When it comes to options, you’ll have them. The East County 3 star hotels give you plenty of choices as far as access to the best areas, and many also offer a breakfast buffet, as well as plenty of other amenities like high-speed Wi-Fi and an on-site pool or spa.

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