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Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

2.0 star property
City centre El Cajon motel with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Lobby
Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Vending machine
Exterior
In the heart of El Cajon, Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego offers a warm welcome with a garden and snack bar. Unwind by the outdoor pool with sun loungers or stay connected with in-room WiFi. Previous guests have praised the helpful staff.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Snack bar/deli
  • ATM/banking services
  • Vending machine
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is HK$452
HK$498 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov

Room options

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

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

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

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

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
550 Montrose Court, I-8 at Magnolia Avenue Southbound, El Cajon, CA, 92020

What's nearby

  • Superior Court East County Division - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Parkway Plaza - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • The Magnolia - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Grossmont College - 6 min drive - 6.7 km
  • San Diego State University - 11 min drive - 15.3 km

Getting around

  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 10 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 17 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 30 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 43 min drive
  • Tijuana, Baja California Norte (TIJ-General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl.) - 44 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 18 min drive
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 18 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 23 min drive
  • Arnele Avenue Station - 20 min walk
  • El Cajon Transit Center Station - 25 min walk

Restaurants

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

About this property

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

At Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of San Diego State University and Snapdragon Stadium. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and freebies such as WiFi and self-parking are added perks. A snack bar/deli and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 182 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 3 AM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (aged 17 years old and younger) stay free per registered adult when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets stay for free (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 29 kg per pet)
    • Service animals welcome
    • Pets must be supervised
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • On-site parking includes off-street options
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Shared microwave
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Pool gate
  • Fence around the pool

What to do

  • Skydiving nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 5 buildings/towers
  • ATM/banking
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • An outdoor pool
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (centimetres): 107
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Closed-captioned TV
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer (on request)
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 20 (subject to availability)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, and guests under 17 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool with adult supervision

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Long-term renters welcome.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and outdoor lighting on-site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Carte Blanche
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6).

Also known as

Motel 6 San Diego El Cajon
6 San Diego El Cajon
El Cajon Motel Six
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Motel 6 San Diego - El Cajon Hotel El Cajon
Motel Six El Cajon
El Cajon Motel 6
Motel 6 San Diego El Cajon
6 El Cajon, Ca Diego El Cajon
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Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego Motel El Cajon

Frequently asked questions

Does Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

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

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego?

Yes, cats and dogs stay for free, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 29 kg per pet.

Is parking offered on site at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 3 AM. There's a charge of USD 20 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 20 (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an on-site casino at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Sycuan Casino (16-min drive) and Barona Casino (18-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as skydiving. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the motel's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego like?

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego is in the heart of El Cajon, a short 15-minute walk from The Magnolia and 11 minutes' walk from Olaf Wieghorst Museum and Western Heritage Center.

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Reviews

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego Reviews

7.4

Good

7.0

Cleanliness

6.4

Amenities

7.8

Staff & service

6.8

Eco-friendliness

6.8

Property conditions & facilities

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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay

Great stay all staff friendly and helpful . Room was more than I expected as far as cleanliness and comfort of the bed .
Roderick, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The people that stay there was nice as well
Charles, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Location is great, parking easily accessible, room clean and organized, and staff courteous and knowledgeable.
Daniel, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Correct place to stay for one night.

Clean and confortable.
Franck, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Close to everything
Brian, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean kind friendly
Barbara, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Restaurant on property
Charles, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The people there were very nice and accommodating. Good location. Many restaurants and shops nearby. Nothing fancy, but clean and economical.
William, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great coffee in the mornings.
Charles, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

reasonable price. appears to be relatively safe.
Daniel, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Too expensive for what it is and where it is
Jeffry, 4-night trip

6/10 Good

Halfway housing for homeless and the less fortunate
Ronald, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Reasonable pricing
Judy, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Looking for accommodation not right in San Diego and this was nice option.
Dennis, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Ok for one night

Small room but clean, the bed was not comfortable at all. Ok for one night to sleep.
Ilse, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

The over all motel was a good stay, clean rooms helpful staff. It would be the people or surroundings room, neighbors that are the problem. The night of our stay a group gathered outside to drink and talk past 2am, Very loud and obnoxiously.
Jonathan, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

It’s about what you would expect for the hotel’s price and neighborhood.
Concetto, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The young lady was very nice and accommodating. The room was also very clean.
Clarissa, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Closed to where I had the event
Maria E, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Roach alive in restroom
Steven, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
Tanya, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Easy to find.
Ernesto, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good except ice maker is not working properly
Thao, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Easy access
Charles, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

The beds were uncomfortable.you could feel the springs poke you in the back. For a non smoking room we sure had a lot of cigarette burns in the floor.
Julie, 2-night trip