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Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

2.0 star property
Motel in El Cajon with 24-hour front desk and outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Exterior
Accessible bathroom
Lobby
1 bedroom, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$131
includes taxes & fees
14 July - 15 July

Room options

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View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

1 bedroom, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Cable channels
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Cable channels
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Cable channels
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

1 bedroom, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
550 Montrose Court, I-8 at Magnolia Avenue Southbound, El Cajon, CA, 92020

What's nearby

  • Superior Court East County Division - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Parkway Plaza - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • The Magnolia - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Grossmont College - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • San Diego State University - 11 min drive - 14.9 km

Getting around

  • Old Town Transit Center - 18 min drive
  • Arnele Avenue Station - 20 min walk
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Five Guys - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Applebee's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

Motel in the city centre
Consider a stay at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego and take advantage of a garden, laundry facilities and a snack bar/deli. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Multilingual staff, ATM/banking services and outdoor furniture
  • A vending machine and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 182 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and soap
  • 40-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Heating, daily housekeeping and phones

Languages

English, Spanish

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includes taxes & fees
16 June - 17 June
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 3 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 20
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 20

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 29 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, per adult, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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, mobile payments and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and outdoor lighting
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6)

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, and guests under 17 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool with adult supervision

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Frequently asked questions

Does Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego?

As of 15 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego on 14 July 2025 start from AU$131.25, 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.

Is Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego pet-friendly?

Yes, Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 29 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 3 AM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 20 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 20 (subject to availability).

Where is Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego located?

Located in the heart of El Cajon, this motel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Superior Court East County Division, The Magnolia and Parkway Plaza. Boomers El Cajon and Children's Primary Extended Care are also within 2 miles (3 km). Arnele Avenue Station is 20 minutes by foot and El Cajon Transit Center Station is 25 minutes.

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Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 506 out of 1236 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 243 out of 1236 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 166 out of 1236 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 117 out of 1236 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 204 out of 1236 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10

Location is great, parking easily accessible, room clean and organized, and staff courteous and knowledgeable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10

Would book again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Great staff n great service.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

The people that stay there was nice as well
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10

The people there were very nice and accommodating. Good location. Many restaurants and shops nearby. Nothing fancy, but clean and economical.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

great staff n clean rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Liked that it was reachable by walking and close to stores and gas station.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10

Restaurant on property
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10

Had a great time
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

the staff is very friendly n professional and they are very helpful in accommodating its patrons.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

The people that stay here, seems to like it.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10

Very nice break
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10

Great coffee in the mornings.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10

If you want to relax motel 6 is it
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

The staff are very courteous and make a point to know your name. They are also very accomodating n promt when assistance is needed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10

The people here are nice the employees
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10

Clean but need some TLC
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

the Staff is so nice n they're consistent. Amenities are good.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10

It’s about what you would expect for the hotel’s price and neighborhood.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10

Average
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

The young lady was very nice and accommodating. The room was also very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Great location, easy check in & check out.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10

Those who just want a quiet night that's the place.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

The neighbors can be very nice as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

Looking for accommodation not right in San Diego and this was nice option.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025