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Our guide on where to stay in East County

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Mount Helix

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Mount Helix and surrounding area, you can visit Mount Helix Park and The Magnolia.

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East County Holiday

East County Essential Information

Language
English
Currency
U.S dollars
Closest Airport
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)
Top Sights
Santee Lakes, Cleveland National Forest and Lake Jennings

Our pick of the best East County 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
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,299 reviews)
"Towels and bedsheets looked used"

Reviewed on 11 Jun. 2025

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Sycuan Casino Resort
Ayres Lodge Alpine
Ayres Lodge Alpine
3 out of 5
1251 Tavern Rd, Alpine, CA
Fully refundable
The price is AU$187 per night from 23 June to 24 June
AU$187
23 June - 24 June
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,012 reviews)
"Easy check-in"

Reviewed on 10 Jun. 2025

Ayres Lodge Alpine
Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego
Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego
2 out of 5
550 Montrose Court, I-8 at Magnolia Avenue Southbound, El Cajon, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$131 per night from 22 June to 23 June
AU$131
22 June - 23 June
includes taxes & fees
7.2/10 Good! (1,235 reviews)
"The people there were very nice and accommodating. Good location. Many restaurants and shops nearby. Nothing fancy, but clean and economical."

Reviewed on 10 Jun. 2025

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego
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Frequently asked questions

How much does an East County holiday package cost?
From just . Yes, you read that correctly. Our East County packages are the easiest way to stretch your budget further. Combine your preferred hotels, flights and rental car and get out and explore this lively destination.
How do I get a cheap travel package to East County?
By bundling. Hotels, flights and rental cars — combine whatever you need into an East County holiday package to save loads of cash. Score even bigger bargains when you include extras such as activities or tours to your booking. But that’s not the only impressive part. You have the flexibility to put together your trip your own way. We offer more than 550 partner airlines and 1 000 000 properties all over the world, so that everyone has an opportunity to travel and fulfil those holiday dreams.
Where should I stay in East County?
We recommend staying near the action. Many travellers favor hotels around popular sights, such as Sycuan Casino, Barona Casino and Viejas Casino.
What are the top hotels in East County?
Travellers visiting East County often make a booking at Heritage Inn La Mesa or Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego. These options are in Mount Helix. Another great neighbourhood is Otay Ranch. Hotel Palmeras Chula Vista and Ramada by Wyndham San Diego National City are well-liked options in this area.
How far in advance should I book my East County holiday?
While prices fluctuate, we generally advise booking your seats as soon as possible. Most international fares become available on Expedia up to 12 months in advance. If you’re booking late, you might still be lucky. Discount prices to East County sometimes appear just weeks before departure.
What does an Expedia East County travel package include?
That depends on what you’re after. If you’re travelling by yourself, you might decide to combine flights and hotels. Taking the entire family to East County? A travel package including hotels, flights and rental cars might be a better fit. Expedia gives you the flexibility and freedom to build your own travel package.
What should I know before booking an East County travel package?
An Expedia travel package can be customized for your circumstances and is a simple way to make your hard-earned dollars stretch further. What you include is totally up to you. Hotels, rental cars and flights — decide on a combination that works with your plans.
Can I choose my airline with an East County Expedia holiday package?
You sure can. We offer more than 550 airline partners around the world, so fly with the carrier that’s a good fit for your budget needs.
If I'm not able to travel, can I cancel my East County holiday package?
You can. We totally understand that life happens, so we’re happy to help if you need to make changes to your East County holiday package. It may be possible to amend or cancel your itinerary at no cost if you’ve booked within 24 hours. Your airline, hotel or car rental company may impose a fee if your booking was made more than 24 hours ago. Look up our Customer Service Portal for further information. Also, be sure to check your itinerary for the nitty-gritty on change fees.

Discover the most popular places to visit in East County

Barona Casino

Why not try your luck with a visit to Barona Casino during your travels in Lakeside? Discover the area's casinos or seek out its golf courses.

Barona Casino

Santee Lakes

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Santee Lakes during your travels in Santee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Santee Lakes

Shadow Mountain Community Church

You can find out about the history of El Cajon when you stop by Shadow Mountain Community Church. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area or seek out the golf courses.

Shadow Mountain Community Church

What to do in East County

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

AU$43
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
Checking out the sea lions

Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)

AU$85
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
Luxury Mercedes Transportation

Santa Barbara Wine Country Vineyard & Village Tour

AU$1,041
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Wine Country Vineyard & Village Tour
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