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Villa Serena

Property class: 2
Enjoy the free WiFi at this El Cajon motel

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A building with a blue door marked "103" and lush tropical plants surrounding it.
A hotel room with a large bed, a green chair, a flat-screen TV, a painting, a bathroom with a mirror, and a towel rack.
A modern living room with a brown leather sofa, a yellow armchair, and a small round table with a vase of yellow flowers. There is a kitchen area in the background with a microwave and a sink.
A framed tiger portrait on a wall, a green chair, and a potted plant.
A compact kitchen with a built-in microwave, a sink, and a window above the counter.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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771 El Cajon Blvd, El Cajon, CA, 92020
  • Place, The Magnolia
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, East County Regional Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Olaf Wieghorst Museum and Western Heritage Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a green chair, a flat-screen TV, a painting, a bathroom with a mirror, and a towel rack.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a green chair, a flat-screen TV, a painting, a bathroom with a mirror, and a towel rack.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 1744 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a green armchair, a large abstract painting, a bathroom with a mirror, and a lamp.

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Single Room, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

El Cajon

In El Cajon .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this El Cajon motel, you'll find The Magnolia and East County Regional Center. Parkway Plaza and Sharp Grossmont Hospital are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Knox House Museum - 3 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • The Magnolia - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • East County Regional Center - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Olaf Wieghorst Museum and Western Heritage Center - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • San Diego Zoo - 21 min drive - 16.0 miles

Getting around

  • El Cajon Transit Center Station - 10 min walk
  • Old Town Transit Center - 16 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mal Al Sham - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chuy's Taqueria Y Burritos - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Funky Fries and Burgers - ‬1 min drive

About this property

Villa Serena

Enjoy the free WiFi at this El Cajon motel
Villa Serena offers its guests a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.
  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Garden
Villa Serena offers 24 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Cable television is provided.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free covered self parking on site

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 75.00 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 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
Cashless transactions are available
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, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

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Villa Serena El Cajon
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Villa Serena to the airport?

Villa Serena is 2.8 mi (11-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 Villa Serena?

As of Aug 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa Serena on Sep 15, 2026 start from $77, 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 Villa Serena have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Villa Serena.

Does Villa Serena offer free breakfast?

Villa Serena does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Villa Serena?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Sycuan Casino (16-min drive) and Jamul Casino (17-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Villa Serena?

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

Is there free parking at Villa Serena?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Villa Serena have a pool?

Villa Serena does not have a pool.

Does Villa Serena have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Villa Serena to downtown El Cajon?

Villa Serena is 0.9 mi away from El Cajon.

Villa Serena Reviews

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 304 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 40 out of 304 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 304 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 304 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 78 out of 304 reviews

6.4/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was comfortable, clean and very pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Maryna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good option for an inexpensive overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place

Excellent location clean comfortable and wonderful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lashaya

The staff was kind. The room was clean and prepared. Parking was included
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place for PCT hikers to stay before getting on the trail.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ciera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Extremely clean room, and nice and courteous staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Raniecia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked for my partner who’s a traveling nurse that works many double shifts & it’s absolutely a Blessing. Lowkey location, great polite staff, clean room w/ microwave & mini fridge. If you’re looking to shower & get some sleep w/ free parking that’s budget friendly then this is perfect for you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nelson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean roomy room ,staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

silvia

Liked: Staff & service
Good place to stay the night
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Guy

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Experience

Great experience for the price, excellent location for what we were there to see
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Marcus

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It was ok
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Drew

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
For the price I guess it is what it is. Made us pay cash for deposit even paying for it through Expedia.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I have been staying at Villa Serena for my weekend visits for three consecutive summers (I would rather stay here than at my friend's place - it's quiet!)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The price was doable for being a holiday weekend, however had complications checking in and processed hold on my deposit (have not received a credit refund yet). Parking lot is small and was blocked in when leaving; took staff awhile to locate tenant to have car moved so we could get out. The rooms are basic but clean, but only has half glass door on the shower. Overall it is an average motel good for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is really modern and renovated beautifully. The amenities in the room were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's a cute little hotel. Very quiet with the sweetest staff and management. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Treisean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Inviting room with wonderful amenities, friendly staff easy parking. Bed is fresh and comfortable clean feel, extra large television.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Designated parking area for guests. Great room and cleanliness. Very smooth sailing after checking in. Only complaint, check-in took a little long. Staff was very friendly and kind.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Egbert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

comfortable and great price

Easy to check in and clean.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Family that manages the motel are lovely and helpful, room is gorgeous and well-designed, newly renovated. Decor is great. Little touches everywhere like bottles of water, good coffee with the good sugar, shampoos, lotion, etc. its just very welcoming and lovely to stay at-- highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy and quick check in. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

ISAIAH

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice and clean but the air-conditioned unit buttons wasn't working to lower or higher the temp
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good, clean and nice people
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The service was kind and easy, the room itself was really clean and everything worked well. the only downside was that the bed is pretty hard but overall really nice stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

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