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Top hotels and accommodation in Descanso

Sycuan Casino Resort
3 outdoor pools, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas

Sycuan Casino Resort

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1179)
"Relaxing Staycation "
The price is AU$142
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Sycuan Casino Resort
Viejas Casino & Willows Hotel
Exterior

Viejas Casino & Willows Hotel

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1131)
"Na"
The price is AU$242
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Viejas Casino & Willows Hotel
Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1211)
"Staff was amazing in helping me fix the issues I had when we checked in and made sure we got our room."
The price is AU$124
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego
Riviera Oaks Resort
Exterior

Riviera Oaks Resort

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1059)
"The grounds and amenities were great! They texted local activities and events"
The price is AU$184
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Riviera Oaks Resort
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego-East/El Cajon
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego-East/El Cajon

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1117)
"Ty"
The price is AU$141
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego-East/El Cajon
Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat and Spa
Outdoor spa tub

Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat and Spa

4.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (444)
"One of our memorable and favorite place if you’re taking a trip to Julian. "
The price is AU$280
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat and Spa
Apple Tree Inn
Lobby sitting area

Apple Tree Inn

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (841)
"Thought the Inn was nice and the room was clean. I wanted to see my apples in the room but I know we visited after the apple season. Maybe next time we will visit at the apple season :) "
The price is AU$188
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Apple Tree Inn
Orchard Hill
Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Terrace/patio

Orchard Hill

2.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (180)
"Very homey "
The price is AU$591
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Orchard Hill
Ayres Lodge Alpine
Front of property - evening/night

Ayres Lodge Alpine

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1048)
"There is a shopping area next to the hotel. Area is quiet and the property is beautiful. "
The price is AU$234
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Ayres Lodge Alpine
Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego
Lobby

Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego

2.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1102)
"Very clean and modern room with comfortable bed! "
The price is AU$141
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego
Quality Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego East
Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Private kitchen

Quality Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego East

2.5 star property
4.6 out of 10, (555)
"Great place to stay"
The price is AU$118
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Quality Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego East
Best Inn & Suites
Reception

Best Inn & Suites

2.0 star property
4.4 out of 10, (22)
"Very polite office service, rooms has a back door and patio to relax or smoke."
The price is AU$164
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Best Inn & Suites
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon
Exterior

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1059)
"Great people"
The price is AU$186
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon
Julian Gold Rush Hotel
Exterior

Julian Gold Rush Hotel

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (695)
"Great!"
The price is AU$240
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Julian Gold Rush Hotel
Rodeway Inn El Cajon - San Diego East
Reception

Rodeway Inn El Cajon - San Diego East

2.0 star property
6.2 out of 10, (80)
"Great people "
The price is AU$125
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Rodeway Inn El Cajon - San Diego East
Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (607)
"Easy access to everything we needed and the location was great. Very friendly atmosphere and clean."
The price is AU$190
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego
Ramona Valley Inn
Vineyard

Ramona Valley Inn

2.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (743)
"Nice place friendly staff only thing is the deposit. For the room "
The price is AU$139
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Ramona Valley Inn
Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites
Premium Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
4.8 out of 10, (144)
"Good "
The price is AU$167
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites
Tucker Peak Lodge
Staircase

Tucker Peak Lodge

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (258)
"Amazing cabin style home very roomy. First time with a remote lodge so it was a little confusing but ver well worth it. There a few cats super friendly "
The price is AU$267
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Tucker Peak Lodge
Best Western Santee Lodge
Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

Best Western Santee Lodge

2.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (463)
"The pool was fun"
The price is AU$189
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Best Western Santee Lodge
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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in Descanso?

Sycuan Casino Resort, located 13.2 mi (21.2 km) from the heart of Descanso, is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Other good options for your stay in the area are Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego and Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Descanso.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Descanso has to offer?

Perfect oasis with saltwater pool, games, firepit, massage chair - dog-friendly: This holiday home rental outside of Descanso offers a patio, a selection of games and a BBQ to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. It has 4 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop, so that you can cook with friends or family. See all vacation rentals in Descanso.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Descanso, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Descanso.

What are some accommodation options with pools in Descanso?

Sycuan Casino Resort: Hotel, 4-minute walk from Sycuan Casino. Features a lazy river, 3 outdoor swimming pools and 7 restaurants. Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego and Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU are two additional hotels with an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools in Descanso.

What is staying in Descanso like?

Visitors can enjoy all that Descanso has to offer, including the shopping and restaurants. In Descanso, there are 13 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Descanso.

What is there to see in Descanso?

Natural beauty is on display at Cuyamaca Rancho State Park, Lake Cuyamaca and Anza Borrego Desert State Park. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Cuyamaca Mountain State Wilderness and Descanso Branch San Diego County Library. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Descanso guide.

What's the seasonal weather in Descanso?

The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 23°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 12°C. Average annual precipitation for Descanso is 293 mm.