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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
$111 nightly
The price is $121 total per night from Oct 6 to Oct 7
$121 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
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 ...
"Not my first time there I’ve always enjoyed my stays at the sycuan. Staff always very professional and helpful and very friendly the rooms are always clean the casino has lots of space and lots of different levels with slot machines the pink Buddha and the rank-and-file are both good restaurants ..."

Reviewed on Sep 7, 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 Sep 8 to Sep 9
$109 total
Sep 8 - Sep 9
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.
"The issues I have it is fairly new. You have to u-turn after the traffic light even though the entrance is directly across from the light. That is not their fault. The north side doors is not open for entering. Only exiting. The main entrance and south side is available. This is not good if your ..."

Reviewed on Sep 6, 2026

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Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego

Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego

2.5 out of 5
9550 Murray Dr La Mesa CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$135 nightly
The price is $149 total per night from Sep 13 to Sep 14
$149 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
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. Enjoy the hot tub ...
"We stayed at this Best Western for a night only, as we were in town for a wedding a few minutes away. So in reality we only stayed here to sleep and freshen up the day of and the next morning. The hotel itself is pretty well maintained, parking is great, and the young lady who checked us in was very ..."

Reviewed on Sep 6, 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
$84 nightly
The price is $93 total per night from Sep 20 to Sep 21
$93 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
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 ...
"Everything was clean and staff was very helpful"

Reviewed on Sep 4, 2026

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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
$90 nightly
The price is $99 total per night from Sep 8 to Sep 9
$99 total
Sep 8 - Sep 9
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 ...
"The neighborhood was not as good as I thought it would be. The clientele was on the low-rent side. But the room was clean and comfortable and everything worked fine."

Reviewed on Sep 7, 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 Sep 20 to Sep 21
$74 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
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.
"It smelled strongly of urine; lots of vagrants; terrible service; dirty, run-down rooms; filthy beds; not comfortable at all"

Reviewed on Sep 2, 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
$72 nightly
The price is $80 total per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
$80 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
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 ...
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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
$76 nightly
The price is $84 total per night from Oct 1 to Oct 2
$84 total
Oct 1 - Oct 2
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
$109 nightly
The price is $118 total per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
$118 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
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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Cheap East County hotels

Heritage Inn La Mesa

Heritage Inn La Mesa

7851 Fletcher Pkwy La Mesa CA
$76 nightly
The price is $84 total per night from Oct 1 to Oct 2
$84 total
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
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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

Sycuan Casino Resort

Sycuan Casino Resort

5 out of 5
Posted 4 hours ago
Travelocity Verified Review
"Not my first time there I’ve always enjoyed my stays at the sycuan. Staff always very professional and helpful and very friendly the rooms are always clean the casino has lots of space and lots of different levels with slot machines the pink Buddha and the rank-and-file are both good restaurants with delicious food. I will return I do recommend it"
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