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Best Inn & Suites

Property class: 2
El Cajon guestrooms with free WiFi

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A reception area with a black counter, a potted plant, a white table, and a black office chair.
A Best In Suites hotel with a sign welcoming guests under new management.
Bathroom
A small room with a wooden dresser, a trash can, a microwave, and a television mounted on the wall.
A compact room with a bed, a desk with a computer and TV, a small refrigerator, and a trash bin.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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1274 Oakdale Ave, El Cajon, CA, 92021
  • Place, Art World Western Heritage Gallery
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Wells Dog Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego Zoo
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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A compact room with a bed, a desk with a computer and TV, a small refrigerator, and a trash bin.

Basic Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a drawer, and a window with curtains.

Basic Room, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Two single beds with wooden headboards, a small wooden nightstand with a drawer, and a plain white wall.

Basic Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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Two single beds with wooden headboards, a small wooden nightstand with a drawer, and a plain white wall.

Basic Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible Bathtub

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

El Cajon

In El Cajon .You'll find Wells Dog Park and East County Regional Center within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. The Magnolia and Knox House Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Art World Western Heritage Gallery - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Wells Dog Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • San Diego State University - 12 min drive - 10.7 miles
  • San Diego Convention Center - 24 min drive - 20.9 miles
  • San Diego Zoo - 26 min drive - 19.9 miles

Getting around

  • Arnele Avenue Station - 5 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 20 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Valley Foods Mediterranean Market - ‬12 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. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • 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
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 4 spaces per unit)

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: 6:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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.

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 4.6 mi (16-min drive) away from the San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Inn & Suites?

As of Oct 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Inn & Suites on Oct 26, 2026 start from $67, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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: 6:00 AM.

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

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 147 out of 339 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 339 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 339 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 339 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 115 out of 339 reviews

5.2/10

Cleanliness

6.4/10

Staff & service

5.4/10

Amenities

5.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Worst place ever.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
was happy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s okay if you’re on a budget
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They claimed free breakfast the front desk staff refuse to serve
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If this is rated “good” I would hate to see “fair”. Management was nice enough. The building is not maintained, and seems like it 50% occupied with long term folks. Bring your flip flops to get to the bathroom at night. Roaches. 😬
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Upon checking in the guy at the front desk was not welcoming nor friendly. The room was very spacious. The television is big and plenty of channels to watch.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Noisy, But, a Place to Be Personal.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

I Like the Water Spouts, Etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There were just a horde of bugs on the walls as we came in. Killed a few and they just kept coming. Drywall was peeling off all in and around the bathroom. Immediately was so disgusted I had to leave. Please save your money.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

Friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was not well maintained at all. When I got to my room, the floors, walls, towels, and bedding were all dirty and stained. I also saw a few roaches during my stay. On top of that, the air conditioner was not working properly, making the experience even worse. Steer away from this place at all cost!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed bugs and cockroaches infestation. Bathroom shower nasty
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the worst Hotel we have ever stayed in, very very bad, we were running late for our event and No time to change Hotels, towels dirty, walls dirty, smelled like cigarettes, a/c didn’t work, nowhere to hang our clothes, very very runned down place, horrible experience!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay with reasonable prices
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Amenities
No place to hang towels no closet to hang clothes No desk or chair in the room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
I didn't like the bleach smell in my room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

I'm Grateful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room layout itself wasn’t bad and I actually liked that there was a patio area for yourself so I can smoke but the real reason for my negative experience was the roaches I found and there were 4 I killed also the pillows had black dust stains on it and it seems they covered the only outlets by the bed with a draw and if you moved it the roaches would come out overall it’s definitely not the cleanest place but only got it because it’s cheap
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the rooms are dirty. Staff is not helpful. Too many homeless outside.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The price is cheaper than most, but sometimes you get what you pay for
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service sucked. The staff sucked. Everything about the place dirty trashy and disease infected. So bad that I went to get tested after my stay here. I would reather camp out on skid row in LA than to stay there. And on top of that they ripped me off for one night rental.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

I Want More Hygiene Products.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was limited
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really good hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

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