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Best El Cajon motels

These are the best prices for Jun 28 - Jul 5.
Northgate Motel - El Cajon - Bedroom
Northgate Motel
El Cajon, CA
7.9Good(136)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$123+
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Valley Motel El Cajon San Diego - El Cajon - Bedroom
Valley Motel El Cajon San Diego
El Cajon, CA
6.8Okay(140)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$131+
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Ez 8 Motel Old Town - San Diego - Bedroom
Ez 8 Motel Old Town
Old Town
5.8Fair(3327)
Parking
Pool
Pet friendly
$108+
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Motel 6 La Mesa. Ca - La Mesa - Building
Motel 6 La Mesa. Ca
La Mesa, CA
8.0Very good(576)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$147+
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Motel 6-San Diego, Ca - Downtown - San Diego
Motel 6-San Diego, Ca - Downtown
Downtown
5.3Fair(2445)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$159+
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Motel 6 San Diego Airport Harbor - San Diego
Motel 6 San Diego Airport Harbor
Downtown
7.2Good(1319)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
$190+
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Motel 6 San Diego North - San Diego - Outdoors view
Motel 6 San Diego North
Clairemont
5.7Fair(630)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$143+
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Berkshire Motor Hotel - San Diego - Front desk
Berkshire Motor Hotel
North Park
8.1Very good(1673)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$198+
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San Diego Downtown Lodge - San Diego - Bedroom
San Diego Downtown Lodge
Downtown
6.0Okay(995)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$194+
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Travelodge by Wyndham San Diego SeaWorld - San Diego - Beach
Travelodge by Wyndham San Diego SeaWorld
Midway District
5.9Fair(859)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$132+
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Harborview Inn & Suites - San Diego - Building
Harborview Inn & Suites
Downtown
7.1Good(68)
$185+
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Harvey's Motel Sdsu La Mesa San Diego - San Diego - Bedroom
Harvey's Motel Sdsu La Mesa San Diego
College East
7.7Good(236)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$133+
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Motel 6-San Diego, Ca - Southbay - San Diego - Building
Motel 6-San Diego, Ca - Southbay
Nestor
7.9Good(469)
Parking
Pet friendly
$124+
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Motel San Diego - in San Diego (Pacific Beach) - San Diego - Bedroom
Motel San Diego - in San Diego (Pacific Beach)
Pacific Beach
5.2Fair(268)
Free Wi-Fi
$133+
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El Rancho Motel - San Diego - Dining room
El Rancho Motel
San Diego, CA
7.7Good(470)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$248+
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Ace Budget Motel - San Diego - Building
Ace Budget Motel
College East
5.0Fair(80)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$206+
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Mission Bay Motel - San Diego - Pool
Mission Bay Motel
Pacific Beach
5.5Fair(13)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
$222+
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Motel 6 San Diego El Cajon - El Cajon
Motel 6 San Diego El Cajon
El Cajon, CA
6.7Okay(1492)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
$88+
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Solis Place in Old Town - San Diego
Solis Place in Old Town
Mission Hills
8.2Very good(79)
Free Wi-Fi
$207+
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La Petite Rouge Motel - San Diego
La Petite Rouge Motel
College East
4.5Mediocre(23)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$129+
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Booking Insights

KAYAK’s insights for motels in El Cajon

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in El Cajon with confidence.

Which month has the cheapest motel rates in El Cajon?

Based on motel prices in El Cajon found by KAYAK users over the last 12 months.

The cheapest month to book a motel in El Cajon is November, with an average nightly rate of $64. The most expensive month is July at $109 per night.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a motel in El Cajon?

Wednesday offers the lowest rates in El Cajon, with an average nightly price of $81/night. The highest prices are found on Friday, with average rates at $111/night.

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How much is a El Cajon motel?

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Low season

High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

August
June
$88
$110
Cheapest month to stay with an average 21% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 8% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

KAYAK's top tips for finding El Cajon motel deals

  • If you’re looking for a cheap motel in El Cajon, you should consider going during the low season. You’ll generally find lower-priced motels in El Cajon in August and September.
  • Motel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll likely find the best motel deals in El Cajon if you stay on a Wednesday. The most expensive day for motel bookings is Friday.
  • Don’t know how much time you need to see all the sights? KAYAK users usually book their motel in San Diego for 3 days.

FAQs when booking a motel in El Cajon

  • Is it cheaper to stay in a motel than in a hotel in El Cajon?

    The average price for a night in a motel in El Cajon is $88 compared to $206 for a night in a hotel.

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