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Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

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Outdoor pool
Outdoor pool
Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets
Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets
Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Overview of Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

2.0 star property
City centre El Cajon motel with outdoor pool
6.8 out of 10 Good
6.8/10 Good

1,002 verified Hotels.com guest reviews

Property highlights

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
Map
550 Montrose Court, I-8 at Magnolia Avenue Southbound, El Cajon, CA, 92020
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
For families
  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

About this area

What's nearby

  • Heart of El Cajon
  • San Diego State University - 11 min drive
  • Sycuan Casino - 16 min drive
  • Barona Casino - 18 min drive
  • Hotel Circle - 15 min drive
  • Balboa Park - 16 min drive
  • Marine Corps Air Station Miramar - 19 min drive
  • San Diego Zoo - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 8 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 17 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 27 min drive
  • Tijuana, Baja California Norte (TIJ-General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl.) - 37 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 43 min drive
  • San Diego-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 Burgers & Fries - 3 min drive
  • Applebee's - 3 min drive
  • Panda Express - 19 min walk
  • Jersey Mike's - 18 min walk

About this property

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego puts you only 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from the airport, and within a 15-minute drive of San Diego State University. 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 terrace are other highlights. Fellow travellers say good things about the helpful staff and location.

Languages

English, Spanish

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Follows the standard cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6)

Social distancing

Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 182 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time from 3 PM until 3 AM
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Check-out time is 11 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

  • Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
  • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets stay for free (2 per room)
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

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

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

  • Skydiving nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Facilities

  • 5 buildings/towers
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Accessible bathroom (selected rooms)
  • In-room accessibility (selected rooms)
  • Roll-in shower (selected rooms)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • 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

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

Disinfectant is used to clean the property, and commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays.

Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas.

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6) guidelines.

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
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. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

Motel 6 San Diego El Cajon
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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.
How much does it cost to stay at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego?
As of 2 June 2023, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego on 17 June 2023 start from €103, 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.
What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego?
This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Furthermore, social distancing measures are in place and staff are given personal protective equipment. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
Is there a pool at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego?
Yes, pets stay free, with a limit of 2 per room.
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?
You can check in from 3 PM - 3 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
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. Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego also has an outdoor pool.
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 16-minute walk from The Magnolia and 8 minutes' walk from Knox House Museum. Travellers give top marks for the motel's prime location.

Reviews

6.8

Good

7.1/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.9/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Jerman, 2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Alejandro, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Quick stay
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Shawn, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Russell, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Russell, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Overall was good but need mire pillows and better bedding..also saw a couple of baby roaches
2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Russell, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Jasen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hotel is slightly outdated but the customer service is great and the place is clean.
Andrea, 3-night family trip
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