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Cheap hotels in El Cajon

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The best cheap hotels in El Cajon

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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

    Located 23 km from San Diego Zoo, 23 km from San Diego Convention Center and 23 km from San Diego - Santa Fe Depot Amtrak Station, Modern Oasis New 2BR in La Mesa features accommodation set in La Mesa...

    From US$416.41 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 78 reviews

    Offering quiet street views, Casa de Taft is an accommodation set in La Mesa, 23 km from San Diego Convention Center and 23 km from San Diego - Santa Fe Depot Amtrak Station.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 272 reviews

    The Rodeway Inn hotel is just a short drive from downtown San Diego, making it the perfect place to stay when you are looking for warm and inviting accommodations close to all the best this region of...

    From US$97.31 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Situated in La Mesa, the recently renovated Designer Poolside 1Bed1Bth Retreat features accommodation 9 km from San Diego State University and 19 km from San Diego Zoo.

    From US$406.82 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Boasting garden views, Entire Private 4-BR Home, Lux King Bed, Big Yard, Prime Area, Ranch Style, Available Now features accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 7.4 km from San Diego State...

    From US$467.16 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Situated in La Mesa, 7.4 km from San Diego State University and 18 km from San Diego Zoo, Entire Private 4-BR Home, Spacious, Lux King Bed, Ranch Style, Prime Area, Available Now offers a garden and...

    From US$487.77 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, NEW Beautiful San Diego Mid-Century Treehouse is situated in Spring Valley, 18 km from San Diego Convention Center and 18 km from San Diego - Santa Fe Depot Amtrak...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Situated in Lemon Grove in the California region, Xlnc Home Lemon Groove 20 min to beach airport features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$465.44 per night

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,951 reviews

    San Diego State University is just 4 minutes’ drive from this hotel, which features an outdoor pool and a game room. Every room offers a DVD player and cable TV with HBO film channels.

    From US$214.07 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Located in La Mesa, 11 km from San Diego State University and 20 km from San Diego Zoo, Serenity - Amazing Views & Modern Charm provides air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Offering garden views, The Owl House is an accommodation situated in Spring Valley, 20 km from San Diego Zoo and 21 km from San Diego - Santa Fe Depot Amtrak Station.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Set in La Mesa and only 12 km from San Diego State University, The Helix House - Pool & Mountain Views offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, 5BR Oasis with Pool, Arcade, Sauna is located in La Mesa.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, Agua Dulce - Mid Century Oasis - Pool &Hot Tub is set in Spring Valley.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Located in La Mesa, 8.8 km from San Diego State University and 19 km from San Diego Zoo, Designer 4 BR La Mesa Home w/ Yard and BBQ provides spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a patio and...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

    Located in La Mesa, Charming 2 Room La Mesa Casita w/ Pool, BBQ & Yard provides accommodation with private pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive.

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  • Vineyard Hacienda

    Cheap hotel in El Cajon
    Avg. price/night: US$167.15
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 192 reviews
    There was no breakfast 🍳 The location was stunning 🤩 The pond needs to have microbes 🦠 thrown in to eat algae as it was beautiful but stinky. I have ponds on my property, it’s so cheap on Amazon to throw a couple handfuls in and watch yet he water 💦 change from green to clear! Not to mention not stinky! We loved our stay, so quaint! Beautiful gardens!
    Guest review by
    Suzanne
    Young couple

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