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Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
Hotel near The Magnolia in El Cajon

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Premium Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds
Exterior
Lobby sitting area
40-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV
Exclusive Room | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Reviews

5.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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1355 E Main St, El Cajon, CA, 92021
  • Place, The Magnolia
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, San Diego State University
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Sycuan Casino
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Comfort Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Double or Twin Room | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Comfort Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Suite | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Family Suite

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, 2 Bathrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Executive Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Exclusive Room | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Exclusive Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Microwave | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Comfort Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Microwave

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 4 Queen Beds

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2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Basic Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

El Cajon

In El Cajon .At this El Cajon hotel, you'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of The Magnolia and 9 miles (15 km) of Sycuan Casino. Jamul Casino and Mission Trails Regional Park are within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • The Magnolia - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Shadow Mountain Community Church - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • San Diego State University - 13 min drive - 11.6 miles
  • Sycuan Casino - 15 min drive - 8.6 miles
  • San Diego Zoo - 22 min drive - 19.5 miles

Getting around

  • El Cajon Transit Center Station - 13 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 20 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Valley Foods Mediterranean Market - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites

Hotel near The Magnolia in El Cajon
Free breakfast is served daily. An outdoor pool, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites. Self parking is free.

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

  • 52 guestrooms or units
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites offers 52 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. These individually furnished accommodations include desks. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 40-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Housekeeping is offered once per stay and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM

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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

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
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per day, plus a deposit of USD 50 per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • An off-leash area is available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.0 per day.

Property payment types

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 deposit: USD 50 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Housekeeping fee: USD 10 every 3 days
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35.0 per day

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, debit card, or 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.

Property is also known as

Rancho Diego & Suites El Cajon
Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites Hotel
Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites El Cajon
Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites Hotel El Cajon

Frequently asked questions

How close is Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites to the airport?

Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites is 5.2 mi (18-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 Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites?

As of Oct 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites on Oct 23, 2025 start from $84.68, 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 Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites.

Does Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites offer free breakfast?

Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites offers free on-the-go breakfast every day from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Sycuan Casino (13-min drive) and Jamul Casino (16-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites have a pool?

Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites features an outdoor pool.

Does Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites to downtown El Cajon?

Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites is 1.7 mi away from El Cajon.

Reviews

Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites Reviews

5.4

5.2/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

4.8/10

Amenities

4.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 269 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 269 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 269 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 269 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 103 out of 269 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Jenita

Traveled with family and small children
The rooms were pretty big the family room but it didn't match the picture or the room I booked at all the prices are a little bit too high in the hallway kinds of stink hallway outside and the family room the microwave didn't work properly the table was broken and the dresses were broken the family room needs to be upgraded in the beds need to be upgraded because they were too high and you can't climb up
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

quaison

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

irwing

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the worst properties i have ever stayed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

RANCHO for PANCHO

Having stayed at property across street before I found myself curious about RANCHO INN and 2 nights consecutive worked 🎬
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melina

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Ulises

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was clean, and the staff was friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Christopher

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Greeted first with a graffiti-tagged sign, and then a hot-tub wrapped in crime-scene style tape to indicate out-of-order... The real issue was that the room was FULL OF FLIES. Without exaggeration the largest "swarm" of houseflies I have ever seen flying in a stable formation in my entire life existed in our guestroom. Probably 100-200 full-size houseflies. Upon getting this shock, returned to the front desk and asked for another room. The second room "only" had a dozen or two dozen flies, but disturbingly featured one dead fly on the guestbed, and a second smaller species of fly crawling on a pillow before flying away. The manager offered to have housekeeping come in and spray/kill the flies, but it's the source/reason for this large of a fly population that was most concerning. What are the larvae (maggots) feeding on?? While there were visible trash bags seen around the property (appear to have been placed by guests/residents) this couldn't explain the flies in the closed rooms. The overall property was dirty with sticky outdoor corridors and mats. The parking lot was full of poorly maintained cars that looked like those of long-term occupants not vacationers. How does the health department allow this property to operate? To his credit, the manager was sympathetic and processed a refund no questions asked. We moved to the Days Inn for LESS $$ and got an immaculate, quiet room next door to a Starbucks and Denny's no less and with a good-looking pool to boot.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Erin

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

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Grace

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Wathiq

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is our second time staying here. It was great for a budget conscious family with three kids. We checked in and we all enjoyed the pool, it was in great condition! The room was clean with lots of towels. Staff is very friendly, ample parking. Very quiet, did not hear a peep from anyone. Had a tub with a shower. Water is very hot and the tub worked fine for the kids baths. I took a shower, very good water pressure and it got hot very fast. The air conditioner was powerful and it worked fast. Breakfast are to go bags but it was very healthy and more than I could eat, very good. For the price, it was a wonderful stay! Challenges: We did want two queen sized beds but they gave us two full sized ones. The internet and tv did not work but we didn’t come here to watch tv so that was fine. For breakfast, there is only coffee and there is nothing for the kids.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Monique

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was ok for a quick overnight stay. did have clean sheets. No blankets just a sheet and quilt cover. Lots of people foot traffic all night.. The room was adequate, no coffee maker and not one single cup/glass provided. Breakfast was handed out in paper bags containing Oatmeal in cup, muffin factory sealed, yogurt and breakfast bar.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

JOHN

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Checking in, nobody was at the front desk and had to find a maid to get manager for us. This location needs a complete renovation - it is definitely showing it age. We checked in on Friday for a 2 night stay but with the condition of room and discussion with my wife we checked out on Saturday. We have a pet and it's hard to find a location that will take pets. When we got back on Saturday - we were surprised that I room had not been made up and no clean linens. Would not stay there again. Very poor representation on line compared to actual site. Had to ring a outdoor bell to get into the lobby and instructed if you wanted coffee and breakfast - you could get a bag in the morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lynette

No service of any kind was provided without asking. I stayed for five days and received no clean towels or sheets. The majority of the occupants were homeless people and the property was full of litter and dog poop. Won’t be going back
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

ricky

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Christopher

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wholes in ceiling . Cigar burn wholes on drapes. Exposes electrical outlets. Room smelled terribly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Elaine

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

4/10 Poor

Victor

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cheapest place you’ll find for a reason. Traveling on a budget know what your paying for.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Casey

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

ricky

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

James

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Poor Quality

TV’s didn’t work. The tubs were clogged. Floor had damaged floor and furniture
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025