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Border Motel

2.0 star property

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Shower, towels, soap, shampoo

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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120 Fourth Street, Calexico, CA, 92231
  • Place, Rockwood Plaza
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego State University Imperial Valley Campus
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Gran Plaza Outlets
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, El Centro, CA (IPL-Imperial County)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Classic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Quadruple Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Classic Quadruple Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Classic Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Calexico

Border Motel places you within a 10-minute stroll of Rockwood Plaza and San Diego State University Imperial Valley Campus. The 22 rooms at this hotel include microwaves, Smart TVs, and dining tables.

What's nearby

  • Rockwood Plaza - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • San Diego State University Imperial Valley Campus - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Gran Plaza Outlets - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Calexico Community Center - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • International Border Line Mexico-USA - 14 min drive - 7.7 miles

Getting around

  • El Centro, CA (IPL-Imperial County) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Conga Bar # 2 - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪El Mandarín: Vinyl & Music Bar - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Cafetería del Hotel del Norte - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Border Motel

Border Motel features free WiFi in public areas and a vending machine. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 24-inch Smart TVs with cable channels. Microwaves, desks, and dining tables are also standard. Change of towels is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Dining table
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 10 per pet, per day
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Border Motel Hotel
Border Motel Calexico
Border Motel Hotel Calexico

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near Border Motel?

This hotel is located in Calexico, a short 13-minute walk from Mexicali Border Port I and also 15 minutes on foot from Gran Plaza Outlets. You'll also find Plaza Comercial La Cachanilla and Eagles Nest Stadium within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Border Motel?

As of Jun 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Border Motel on Jun 22, 2026 start from $64, 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 parking available on site at Border Motel?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Border Motel feature a casino at the property?

No, Border Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Border Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Border Motel?

Amenities at this hotel that appeal to couples include a smart TV and a 24-hour front desk.

Does Border Motel have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Border Motel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Border Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Border Motel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Border Motel for a fee of USD 10 per pet, per day.

Does Border Motel have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to Border Motel?

The closest major airport to Border Motel is El Centro, CA (IPL-Imperial County), which is 18 mi away (32 minutes by car). Another top airport is Mexicali, Baja California Norte (MXL-General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada Intl.), which is located 19.4 mi away (52-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Border Motel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Border Motel that offer a balcony.

Border Motel Reviews

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 17 reviews

5.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

4.0/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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6/10 Okay

Caterina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Close to the border. Old and run down.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It is exactly what you think it is. Right at the edge of the border, food options around, close to the Customs and Immigration Office so it was very easy to get the paperwork needed. Don't expect anything fance. Room, bathroom, simple necessities. Great experience. Would definitely stay here again if needed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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4/10 Poor

Maria

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Didn’t like the cleanliness of the bathroom, the tv was tiny. Bedspreads had stains on them. We did not stay, we left and checked into a better hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Daisy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not clean dirty towels not good experience
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Humberto

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nothing
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Alejandro

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sucio manchado y mal olor
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jesus Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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6/10 Okay

BRYAN

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Maria

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
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6/10 Okay

Patricia

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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6/10 Okay

Humberto

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025