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Top East County hotels

Sycuan Casino Resort

Sycuan Casino Resort

4 out of 5
5469 Casino Way El Cajon CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$106 nightly
The price is $115 total per night from Nov 30 to Dec 1
$115 total
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Total with taxes and fees
This smoke-free hotel features a casino, a full-service spa, and 7 restaurants. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in ...
"Great place to stay. There casino was very cold so expect to take a jacket to play in the casino."

Reviewed on Nov 1, 2026

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WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast

WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast

2.5 out of 5
8801 Mission Gorge Road Santee CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$99 nightly
The price is $109 total per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
$109 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
A gym, free self parking, and laundry facilities are featured at this hotel. Staff at the 24-hour front desk can provide around-the-clock assistance.
"Very clean comfortable, very helpful staff.."

Reviewed on Nov 1, 2026

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Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego-East/El Cajon

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego-East/El Cajon

2 out of 5
683 N Mollison El Cajon CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$85 nightly
The price is $94 total per night from Nov 8 to Nov 9
$94 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Business travelers can take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas. Guests will appreciate freebies like ...
"El Cajon was a good location to travel throughout San Diego County. The hotel staff were very pleasant. The hotel stay was within my traveling budget. I had to leave two days early and spoke to the hotel manager and was told getting a refund would be a no issue. I should expect one. What troubled ..."

Reviewed on Oct 31, 2026

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Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego

Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego

2 out of 5
471 N Magnolia Ave El Cajon CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$82 nightly
The price is $91 total per night from Nov 16 to Nov 17
$91 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
This motel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free on-the-go breakfast, free WiFi, and free self parking. Business travelers can take advantage of the ...
"Room was clean, but slightly worn (carpet to hard floor was frayed)."

Reviewed on Nov 1, 2026

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Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

2 out of 5
550 Montrose Court El Cajon CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$68 nightly
The price is $75 total per night from Nov 29 to Nov 30
$75 total
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Total with taxes and fees
An outdoor pool, free self parking, and laundry facilities are featured at this motel. WiFi in public areas is free. A garden, a snack bar/deli, and a picnic ...
"Beware these hotel rooms are infested with bed bugs. When I got up in middle of the night for water, I saw about a dozen bed bugs all over the pillows and sheets. I picked up as many as I can catch and put them in a cup as evidence and took them downstairs to hotel front desk and showed them to the ..."

Reviewed on Oct 31, 2026

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Relax Inn And Suites

Relax Inn And Suites

2 out of 5
1220 W Main St El Cajon CA
$67 nightly
The price is $74 total per night from Nov 8 to Nov 9
$74 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Staff at the 24-hour front desk can provide around-the-clock assistance. Take advantage of the free self parking.
"I booked for a one day stay and it was the dirtiest,nastiest experience in my life. It looked like a murder scene. I had to book another motel down the street and it was a WAY better experience. Wasted my money."

Reviewed on Oct 30, 2026

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Heritage Inn La Mesa

Heritage Inn La Mesa

2 out of 5
7851 Fletcher Pkwy La Mesa CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$81 nightly
The price is $89 total per night from Nov 30 to Dec 1
$89 total
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Total with taxes and fees
An outdoor pool, free self parking, and laundry facilities are featured at this hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front ...
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Ayres Lodge Alpine

Ayres Lodge Alpine

3 out of 5
1251 Tavern Rd Alpine CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$108 nightly
The price is $117 total per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2
$117 total
Dec 1 - Dec 2
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 ...
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Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites

Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
1355 E Main St El Cajon CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$91 nightly
The price is $100 total per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
$100 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
An outdoor pool is featured at this hotel, along with free self parking. If you want to take your pet along, this pet-friendly property offers everything you'll ...
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Cheap East County hotels

Heritage Inn La Mesa

Heritage Inn La Mesa

7851 Fletcher Pkwy La Mesa CA
$81 nightly
The price is $89 total per night from Nov 30 to Dec 1
$89 total
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Total with taxes and fees
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.

East County Hotel & Travel Guide\n

Are you researching the best way to spend an adventurous time in San Diego? With Travelocity, you will find a select number of places to base your adventure in East County. Travelocity's extensive hotel guide currently shows up 4 hotels and apartments within easy driving distance of the city center.

The Wikiup Bed & Breakfast is the nearest Travelocity-listed hotel to the heart of East County and it's located just a quick drive away.

The Stanlunds Inn And Suites is a budget-conscious hotel. It's nicely located 15 miles (24 kilometers) from the heart of East County. Another affordable hotel in this area is the San Vicente Resort.

Check out the La Casa Del Zorro and the Borrego Springs Resort Golf Club and Spa. The La Casa Del Zorro is located just 16 miles (26 kilometers) outside of the heart of East County. The Borrego Springs Resort Golf Club and Spa, can be found just 16 miles (25 kilometers) away. The Riviera Oaks Resort & Racquet Club by Diamond Resorts as well as the Apple Tree Inn are other alternative bases around East County.

The broader Southern California area is definitely worth exploring as well. Investigate Southern California's art galleries. Those drawn to nature should also put aside some time to enjoy the region's beaches and mountains. In this part of United States of America adventurous visitors might take up the chance to partake in snowboarding and skiing.

Coronado is 45 miles (74 kilometers) southwest of East County and boasts Centennial Park and Coronado Ferry Landing. Some Coronado rooms include the Hotel del Coronado and Marriott Coronado Island Resort & Spa. Or, you could stay in Carlsbad, 40 miles (65 kilometers) west of East County, where you can choose from the Four Seasons Residence Club Aviara, North San Diego and Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Spa & Golf Club. The Carlsbad Premium Outlets and Carlsbad State Beach are a couple of the frequented sites to get to know when visiting Carlsbad.

McClellan-Palomar Airport is a major airport for those arriving by air to East County. It is 40 miles (64 kilometers) from the downtown precinct. For modern travelers who hope to find a Travelocity-listed base nearby, try the Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa or MarBrisa Carlsbad Resort.

Recent East County hotel reviews by fellow wanderers

WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast

WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast

5 out of 5
Posted 2 hours ago
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"Very clean comfortable, very helpful staff.."
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WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast

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