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Your Descanso Holiday

With a Descanso holiday package, say goodbye to travel planning and hello to trouble-free adventure. Every detail of your journey has been taken care of before you depart, so you can make the most of your time discovering this vibrant city. If a sightseeing tour is on the cards during your trip to Descanso, visit leading attractions like Viejas Casino, Cleveland National Forest and Viejas Outlet Centre. Whoever you're going away with and whatever the size of your budget, your ultimate Descanso holiday is only clicks away with Expedia.

The Latest Descanso Holiday Deals

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Carte Hotel San Diego Downtown, Curio Collection by Hilton

Carte Hotel San Diego Downtown, Curio Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
Downtown San Diego
per person
27 Mar - 2 Apr
found 20 hours ago
Return direct flight included
Melbourne (MEL) to San Diego (SAN)
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
WiFi was spotty at best. Not good for business travel at all

Reviewed on 10 Feb. 2025

Granger Hotel Gaslamp Quarter, A Member Of Design Hotels

Granger Hotel Gaslamp Quarter, A Member Of Design Hotels

4 out of 5
Downtown San Diego
per person
27 Mar - 2 Apr
found 20 hours ago
Return direct flight included
Melbourne (MEL) to San Diego (SAN)
9/10 Wonderful! (189 reviews)
All of the front desk personnel and culinary staff were wonderful; very friendly and accommodating. I will stay there again in a heartbeat.

Reviewed on 21 Feb. 2025

Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

4 out of 5
Downtown San Diego
per person
27 Mar - 2 Apr
found 20 hours ago
Return direct flight included
Melbourne (MEL) to San Diego (SAN)
9/10 Wonderful! (763 reviews)
I liked restaurant on the property. Land Shark

Reviewed on 19 Feb. 2025

The Sofia Hotel

The Sofia Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Downtown San Diego
per person
27 Mar - 2 Apr
found 20 hours ago
Return direct flight included
Melbourne (MEL) to San Diego (SAN)
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,414 reviews)
It was clean and quiet. The only VIP treatment I got was having my dog’s name on the welcome board.

Reviewed on 18 Feb. 2025

WorldMark San Diego - Balboa Park

WorldMark San Diego - Balboa Park

3.5 out of 5
Downtown San Diego
per person
27 Mar - 2 Apr
found 20 hours ago
Return direct flight included
Melbourne (MEL) to San Diego (SAN)
8.2/10 Very Good! (84 reviews)
Very clean and nice hotel. But about 3-4 blocks closer to downtown and the area around it would have been significantly nicer

Reviewed on 28 Aug. 2024

Descanso Holiday

Descanso Essential Information

Language
English
Currency
U.S dollars
Population
1,400
Max Temp Winter
18ºC
Max Temp Summer
29ºC
Top Sights
Cuyamaca Rancho State Park, Cuyamaca Meadow Nature Preserve and Lions, Tigers & Bears

Our pick of the best Descanso Hotel Deals

Sycuan Casino Resort
Sycuan Casino Resort
4 out of 5
5469 Casino Way, El Cajon, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$166 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
AU$166
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,099 reviews)
"The stay at Sycuan was incredible. The staff was so friendly. The spa was also amazing. The facial I received from Anna was just what I needed. I will definitely be back."

Reviewed on 19 Feb. 2025

Sycuan Casino Resort
Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU
Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU
2.5 out of 5
6474 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$226 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
AU$226
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
9/10 Wonderful! (1,032 reviews)
"Great stay"

Reviewed on 20 Feb. 2025

Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU
Viejas Casino & Willows Hotel
Viejas Casino & Willows Hotel
4 out of 5
5000 Willows Road, Alpine, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$259 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
AU$259
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Love everything about Viejas"

Reviewed on 17 Feb. 2025

Viejas Casino & Willows Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Descanso holiday package cost?
You can pick up a holiday package to this top destination from AU$2,377 on Expedia. However, how much your holiday to Descanso costs will depend on your hotel choice, season and length of stay.
What are the cheapest months to go to Descanso?
Plan your trip for the off-season and you’re likely to get cheap Descanso holiday packages. Remember that school holiday periods and major events and festivals can impact prices, so do your research before you go.
How many days is enough for Descanso?
The ideal length for your Descanso holiday depends on what you’d like to do. Typically, a handful of days to a week will give you time to tick off all the top sights and explore some hidden treasures along the way.
How to find the best Descanso package deals?
Use Expedia’s filters to find some great Descanso package deals. When you begin your search, just set your maximum budget and then sort the results by “Price: low to high.” If you want to save, plan your trip for midweek, or search for Descanso package deals in the off-peak season. Play around with your travel dates and you may land even better discounts. As a rule of thumb, it’s typically best to lock in your holiday package as soon as possible.
Is it cheaper to book a Descanso holiday as a package?
You can enjoy significant savings on your Descanso escape by booking a tailored holiday package. Check the “Package” heading, then enter your destination and travel dates to see some great hotel and flight prices. Bundle everything into a neat package and you can save hundreds of dollars. Consider adding a car rental and you may land a better deal.
When to book a holiday package to Descanso?
If you have your Descanso travel dates finalized, book as early as you can to snap up some awesome deals. With Expedia, you can often reserve some flights up to a year in advance. Prefer spontaneous trips? Our last-minute deals are great for setting off on a whim.
How to plan a trip to Descanso?

  1. Choose the right time to travel: Your schedule, preferred season and the type of weather you like can all influence your decision on when to go to Descanso.
  2. Set a budget: Consider costs like flights, transportation and food when working out how much to set aside for your trip to Descanso. Then, select a hotel that works with your budget, whether that’s an affordable stay or a high-end getaway.
  3. Decide how long to go away for: Now that you’re up to speed on Descanso, you can work out the right length of your holiday. Put together a draft plan and give yourself enough time to cover everything you want to see.
  4. Bundle your bookings: With your travel dates in place, you can combine your car rental, hotels, flights and more into a personalised Descanso holiday package.

What to do in Descanso

Wild Clay and Earthenware Pottery Workshop

Intro to Wild Clay/Earthenware Pottery Workshop

AU$113
per adult
Intro to Wild Clay/Earthenware Pottery Workshop
Main Street in Julian

Pies & Pickaxes: A Historic Walking Tour of Julian, CA

AU$13
per adult
Pies & Pickaxes: A Historic Walking Tour of Julian, CA
Salem Puzzling Adventure

Julian Puzzling Adventure

AU$55
per traveller
Julian Puzzling Adventure
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* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages.