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Name: Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina
Price range: $185 total
Rating: 9

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Top El Cajon 3 Star hotels

Best Western Seven Seas

411 Hotel Circle South San Diego CA

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$82 nightly

$94 total

Apr 28 - Apr 29

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2 hot tubs, an outdoor pool, and a gym are all featured at this smoke-free hotel. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi ...

7.8/10 Good! (3,393 reviews)

For the price want worth it

Reviewed on Apr 18, 2026

Handlery Hotel

950 Hotel Cir N San Diego CA

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$116 nightly

$133 total

Apr 29 - Apr 30

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This smoke-free hotel includes 2 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and a hot tub. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (2,426 reviews)

The picture in the site is not the same in personal , air condition has noise

Reviewed on Apr 19, 2026

The Bristol Hotel San Diego

1055 1st Ave San Diego CA

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$141 nightly

$163 total

Apr 27 - Apr 28

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A gym is featured at this hotel, along with valet parking. WiFi in public areas is free. A business center, a snack bar/deli, and a grocery/convenience store ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,533 reviews)

I wish the room was a bit nicer and there was alot of stains and run down. But location was perfect. Staff was wonderful.

Reviewed on Apr 18, 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

543 Hotel Circle S San Diego CA

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$98 nightly

$113 total

Apr 26 - Apr 27

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This hotel features an outdoor pool and a gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy the hot tub ...

8/10 Very Good! (2,639 reviews)

Room was a bit stuffy and one of my burners in the kitchenette didn’t work. Families should not be allowed to set up camp at the pool and have 10 people over with loud music.

Reviewed on Apr 18, 2026

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

1617 1st Avenue San Diego CA

Fully refundable

$127 nightly

$147 total

Apr 26 - Apr 27

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This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,404 reviews)

The rooms are very spacious the staff very friendly and helpful

Reviewed on Apr 18, 2026

The Sofia Hotel

150 W Broadway San Diego CA

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$148 nightly

$172 total

May 7 - May 8

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A restaurant and a 24-hour gym are featured at this hotel. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center, free WiFi in public areas, and valet ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,933 reviews)

Amenities were great including Gym which I liked a lot.

Reviewed on Apr 18, 2026

La Jolla Shores Hotel

8110 Camino Del Oro La Jolla CA

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$296 nightly

$340 total

May 11 - May 12

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2 outdoor tennis courts, an outdoor pool, and a hot tub are all featured at this smoke-free hotel. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,378 reviews)

So the pool and hot tub were under construction, but they did offer a transport to another close pool if we wanted. The location was perfect, they staff was super helpful. The restaurant was completely booked and we didn't realize it was reservation only but they offered us carryout. The only complaint ...

Reviewed on Apr 17, 2026

The Dana on Mission Bay

1710 W Mission Bay Dr San Diego CA

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$199 nightly

$229 total

May 10 - May 11

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A marina, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 hot tubs are all featured at this smoke-free hotel. If you want to take your pet along, this pet-friendly property offers everything ...

9/10 Wonderful! (4,273 reviews)

Cleaning staff was excellent! Rooms are more dated than appears on the website. No place to sit in the room other than the bed. So room service was out of the question. Firefly restaurant was nice and their waitstaff was also excellent.

Reviewed on Apr 19, 2026

Bay Club Hotel & Marina

2131 Shelter Island Dr San Diego CA

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$152 nightly

$175 total

Apr 27 - Apr 28

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A marina, a gym, and a restaurant are all featured at this traditional hotel. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas and free ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,549 reviews)

The hotel was very clean, only thing I noticed was an empty alcohol bottle behind the bed when I was searching for a lost item. Hot tub and pool were good. Room with a view of the bay was great. We went to order some food to bring to our room and sat at the bar unacknowledged for a while. A gentleman ...

Reviewed on Apr 19, 2026

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

2051 Shelter Island Dr San Diego CA

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$161 nightly

$185 total

May 3 - May 4

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A marina, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 outdoor tennis courts are all featured at this smoke-free hotel. Enjoy the 2 hot tubs and perks like free WiFi. A gym, a restaurant, ...

9/10 Wonderful! (1,614 reviews)

If you want to feel like you own your own little island condo by the harbor, this is your spot. The property is incredibly serene and beautifully maintained, with a calm, quiet atmosphere that feels both relaxing and private. It’s very family-friendly, and the staff and people around are some of ...

Reviewed on Apr 19, 2026

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