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Best Inn & Suites

2.0 star property
El Cajon guestrooms with free WiFi

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Reception
1 bedroom, free WiFi
Exterior
1 bedroom, free WiFi
Bathroom

Reviews

5.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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1274 Oakdale Ave, El Cajon, CA, 92021
  • Place, The Magnolia
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Shadow Mountain Community Church
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Sycuan Casino
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, free WiFi

Basic Room, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi

Basic Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi

Basic Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, free WiFi

Basic Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, free WiFi

Family Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

El Cajon

In El Cajon .You'll find Art World Western Heritage Gallery and Wells Dog Park within a 15-minute walk of this El Cajon hotel. Superior Court East County Division and The Magnolia are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Parkway Plaza - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • The Magnolia - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Shadow Mountain Community Church - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • San Diego State University - 13 min drive - 11.2 miles
  • Sycuan Casino - 15 min drive - 9.0 miles

Getting around

  • Spring St Trolley Station - 9 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 19 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Valley Foods Mediterranean Market - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Best Inn & Suites

El Cajon guestrooms with free WiFi
Best Inn & Suites offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.
  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
Best Inn & Suites offers 32 accommodations. This El Cajon hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in April and close in September.

Property is also known as

Best Inn & Suites Hotel
Best Inn & Suites El Cajon
Best Inn & Suites Hotel El Cajon

Frequently asked questions

How close is Best Inn & Suites to the airport?

Best Inn & Suites is 4.4 mi (12-min drive) away from the San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Best Inn & Suites have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Best Inn & Suites.

Does Best Inn & Suites offer free breakfast?

Best Inn & Suites does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Best Inn & Suites?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Sycuan Casino (14-min drive) and Jamul Casino (16-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Best Inn & Suites?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Best Inn & Suites?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Best Inn & Suites have a pool?

Best Inn & Suites features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does Best Inn & Suites have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Best Inn & Suites to downtown El Cajon?

Best Inn & Suites is 1.6 mi away from El Cajon.

Best Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

5.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 102 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 102 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 102 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 102 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 102 reviews

5.4/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness

Staff helpfull but cleanliness sux

The room was horrible as far as interior decorating, the walls were dirty with fingerprints and other gross bodily fluids, the toilet seat was dirty with pube-hair, i saw blood smeared on bathroom wall, there was an occasional cockroach scurrying about... The towels were dingy and an offwhite color along with the sheets, the customer svc at the front desk was good, nice people, very helpful at all times day or night
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Allison

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They wouldn’t take care of the bugs in both rooms I tried. I ended up leaving I did not feel safe as a solo traveler here DONT RISK IT
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Tiana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will never book a room here again first room had crumbs in the bed bedding not clean facility looks nothing like pictures online it was the worst stay at any hotel ive ever stayed
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Robert

Disliked: Amenities
Very rundown. Paint is cheap. Walls dirty , even the towels were dirty. So I left early.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There's an IHOP right next door and a 24 hour taco shop or two.. super convenient
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sonia

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff seemed very welcoming, but the hotel is very rundown and needs remodeling. It was nice that the rooms had microwaves and refrigerators, but it still needs to be renovated. There were also a lot of people wandering around outside at every hour. I didn’t feel safe.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ezequiel

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Dirty
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Sebastian

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Don’t let the word “BEST” fool ya! My room didn’t have a table or chairs. I had to use my bed nightstands as “table” and sat on my bed as “chair” to eat my foods! Bathroom was disgusting, toilet keeps making random “flushing” noises every 5 minutes. Shower water pressure was very slow and it took up to 4 minutes before you can get hot water. Tv works but I couldn’t get my remote to turn to other channels except Food Network channel. Only good thing is they got microwave/fridgerator. Also, parking lot was small and facing the 8 East highway. It’s my first and LAST visit to that inn.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Daniel

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay with reasonable prices
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas, Eugene

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Requested downstairs room because of total knee replacement seven weeks ago Worked out perfectly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

DeAundre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Laquesha

Business traveler
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed had crumbs in it when I pulled back sheets .. the whole area needs to be remodeled it's only nice thing was the patio which face nothing but it was just the space
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Brian

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Staff & service
As expected nothing to complain about.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jerry

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the worst places I've ever stayed was scared to use the shower no towels no soap the bathroom door wouldn't shut all the way front door was rotten back door was rotten balcony look like he was going to fall apart the beds were so uncomfortable woke up with a neck ache very small parking lot
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ana

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you’re looking for an out of the way, quiet stay with everything you’ll need within walking distance, this is the place for you! Super friendly staff that genuinely cares about your comfort!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Frankie

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was disgusting with bugs on the beds and walls, and there is dirt on the walls and holes in the walls. The staff offered another room, but it was similar. Requested a refund through Expedia due to the misrepresentation of the hotel online.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025