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Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

2.0 star property
Motel perfectly located for exploring El Cajon

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Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Vending machine
Lobby
Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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550 Montrose Court, I-8 at Magnolia Avenue Southbound, El Cajon, CA, 92020
  • Place, Parkway Plaza
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, The Magnolia
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego State University
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

El Cajon

City center stay.You'll find Olaf Wieghorst Museum and Western Heritage Center and Superior Court East County Division within a 15-minute walk of this El Cajon motel. The Magnolia and Parkway Plaza are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Superior Court East County Division - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Parkway Plaza - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • The Magnolia - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Grossmont College - 6 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • San Diego State University - 11 min drive - 9.5 miles

Getting around

  • Old Town Transit Center - 18 min drive
  • Arnele Avenue Station - 20 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Five Guys - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Food Court - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

Motel perfectly located for exploring El Cajon
There's a snack bar/deli on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this El Cajon motel.

  • 182 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 5 buildings
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego offers 182 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature blackout drapes/curtains. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

This El Cajon motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Irons/ironing boards, hair dryers, and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (42 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 20
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 20

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 65 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free, per registered adult, when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Early check-in fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)

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 credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Carte Blanche, cash, and mobile payments. Long-term renters welcome.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free, per registered adult, in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego to the airport?

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego is 3.1 mi (10-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 Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego?

As of Nov 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego on Nov 9, 2025 start from $61.35, excluding 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 Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego.

Does Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego offer free breakfast?

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Sycuan Casino (16-min drive) and Barona Casino (18-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM. Early check-in costs USD 20 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego have a pool?

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego to downtown El Cajon?

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego is 0.5 mi away from El Cajon.

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 604 out of 1439 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 266 out of 1439 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 197 out of 1439 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 137 out of 1439 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 235 out of 1439 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeff, LA MESA

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

James

Clean and neat
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Leticia

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Lot of people just hanging around outside smell of cigarette smoke and weed Several people knocking on our door, looking for certain people one woman walked in the door a child knocking on our door very busy hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Andrea

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathleen

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is really nice makes me feel at home, helpful and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerod

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

6/10 Okay

Gary

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

No thank you!

Remember, you get what you pay for. We made it work. It would be horrible for a family, but for two adults, it was ok. The grounds were dirty. There was a car parked there that looked like it has been there for months. There was a security guard sitting on an office chair looking at his phone in the parking lot. There is one thin blanket on the bed. No hair dryer. Smelled like weed horribly!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Enrique

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Careless staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aujenee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ali

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service

Never again

Not a bad location but no fridges in the rooms and the ice machine was broken - the staff just told us to go to 7-11 and buy ice if we wanted it. Manager was disrespectful when asked and then confronted about the solution. I only stayed 1 night out of the 5 and was told I wouldn't get my money back (this was resolved). No customer service and blames the customers for not having time to fix a broken ice machine.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nestor Gerardo

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Beatrice, San Diego

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Hugo

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

ODonna

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oneida P.

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Carole

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

STACY

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My dog is comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Concetto

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean

The room was clean. But it smelled horrible like booty. But the floors was clean the bathroom was clean. The bed was very small for a queen size. But me and my husband slept comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerod

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025