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Best Inn & Suites

2.0 star property

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Reception
Exterior
Bathroom
Free WiFi
Free WiFi

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

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1274 Oakdale Ave, El Cajon, CA, 92021
  • Place, Art World Western Heritage Gallery
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Wells Dog Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego Zoo
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi

Basic Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub

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

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Free WiFi

Basic Room, 1 King Bed

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

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Free WiFi

Basic Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi

Basic Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible Bathtub

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

About the neighborhood

El Cajon

Best Inn & Suites is a short stroll from Art World Western Heritage Gallery and Wells Dog Park. This 32-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a seasonal outdoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Art World Western Heritage Gallery - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Wells Dog Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Mission Bay - 24 min drive - 21.3 miles
  • San Diego Convention Center - 24 min drive - 20.9 miles
  • San Diego Zoo - 26 min drive - 19.9 miles

Getting around

  • Arnele Avenue Station - 5 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 20 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Wingstop - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Best Inn & Suites

Best Inn & Suites offers free WiFi in public areas and a seasonal outdoor pool. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

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  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability

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 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • 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 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
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 for incidental charges and 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from April to September.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Best Inn & Suites Hotel
Best Inn & Suites El Cajon
Best Inn & Suites Hotel El Cajon

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near Best Inn & Suites?

This hotel is located in El Cajon within a short 11-minute walk of Art World Western Heritage Gallery. You'll also find The Magnolia and Superior Court East County Division within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Inn & Suites?

As of May 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Inn & Suites on May 4, 2026 start from $143, 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 Best Inn & Suites?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. RV/bus/truck parking is also available for guests.

Does Best Inn & Suites feature a casino at the property?

No, Best Inn & Suites doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Best Inn & Suites?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool is normally open from April until September.

Is Best Inn & Suites a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities at this hotel that appeal to couples include a seasonal outdoor pool and a 24-hour front desk.

Does Best Inn & Suites have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Best Inn & Suites feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Best Inn & Suites doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Best Inn & Suites allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Best Inn & Suites for a fee of USD 20 per pet, per day.

Does Best Inn & Suites have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Best Inn & Suites?

The closest major airport to Best Inn & Suites is San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field), which is 4.6 mi away (16 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is located 16.8 mi away (25-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Best Inn & Suites?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Best Inn & Suites.

Best Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 167 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 167 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 167 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 167 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 63 out of 167 reviews

5.2/10

Cleanliness

6.4/10

Staff & service

5.2/10

Amenities

5.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Gregory

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

8/10 Good

Gregory

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

2/10 Terrible

Jesse

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Diana

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I arrived late due to my flight and went straight to bed. My room looked like it had repairs and was poorly painted. It had bare minimums including no lamp on night stand. Had to walk in the dark to get to the bed from the door where the light switch was. The big shocker was when I woke up in the night freezing and had to turn on lights to look for a thermostat or heater. The room had none. I froze the remainder of the night. When I mentioned no heat to the desk person he said u could have come got a space heater. How would I know that. I asked if all rooms were like that and he said yes. I guess no heat comes with a budget hotel. It was easy in and off the freeway for my trip, but that was it.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Traci

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Traci

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Amy

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Traci

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Luis

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Liz

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was dirty and in poor condition. Vanity cracked. Corner broken off nightstand. Veneer wearing off cheap flooring. Floor badly in need of mopping.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Desiree

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Roach infested no secure locks on the doors security latch was a make shift rusted piece of metal with a rusty bolt door didn't close properly at all room 2 microwave pops and short circuited the room multiple times yet nobody did anything about it cracked floors leaky ceilings when it was raining lots of potential electrical fire hazards in rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lisa

This hotel is very dirty and need lost of woek
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fair prices when it came to the bill, and pretty quiet and safe.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Desiree

Traveled with family
convienance of check in early and late check out friendly helpful family owned business
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Desiree

Traveled with family
staff is welcoming warming family oriented and very accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Desiree

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Marcus

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was ok the front desk are very nice
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xavier

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Desiree

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liliana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful 2-night stay! The front desk staff was friendly and helpful, and the room was beautiful—clean, comfortable, and stocked with all the essentials (shampoo, conditioner, body wash, mini fridge, and coffee maker). Room service was excellent, and towels were delivered promptly when requested. The outside of the hotel is lovely as well. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Colleen Ann

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The owner was very pleasant but the room/bathroom were dirty-filthy. 0ne little packet of conditioner & shampoo & 2 little soap bars. Water was ridiculous in shower. Would not recommend this place. It's located rt by the freeway with homeless living out back & across the street is a rehabilitation facility. Most of the tenants r from the rehab. I'm not one to complain but ....
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025