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Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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141 North Magnolia Avenue, El Cajon, CA, 92020
  • Place, The Magnolia
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, East County Regional Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Parkway Plaza
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬
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Room, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub (Roll-in Shower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Roll-in Shower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Hearing Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, Multiple Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, Multiple Beds, Hearing Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A modern hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a bed, a large mirror, and a painting on the wall.

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Hearing Accessible (Roll-in Shower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Studio, Multiple Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a desk, and a TV.

Studio, Multiple Beds, Hearing Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a desk, and a TV.

Studio, Multiple Beds, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

El Cajon

Located in Downtown El Cajon, Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Parkway Plaza and within a 10-minute drive of other popular attractions like Grossmont College. This 120-room, 3-star hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like an outdoor pool and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Olaf Wieghorst Museum and Western Heritage Center - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Knox House Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The Magnolia - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • East County Regional Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Parkway Plaza - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Arnele Avenue Station - 3 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 18 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mr. Shawarma El cajon - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Mal Al Sham - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Chuy's Taqueria Y Burritos - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Food Court - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

Guests staying at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon enjoy an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Self parking is offered for USD 10.00 per night. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, conference space, and a business center.
Guests can expect to find 32-inch LCD TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and pillowtop beds with premium bedding and down comforters ensure a restful night. Microwaves, coffee makers, and free local calls are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 10 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; USD 7 to 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • The Bistro

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 9,944 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers

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
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Transfer shower
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2017
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 7 to 15 per person
  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 10.00 per night
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
  • Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Courtyard Marriott San Diego El Cajon Hotel
Courtyard Marriott San Diego El Cajon
Courtyard riott Diego Cajon
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon El Cajon
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon Hotel El Cajon

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?

As of Oct 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon on Nov 16, 2026 start from $202, 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.

What's there to see around Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?

This hotel is situated in Downtown El Cajon, just steps from The Magnolia and East County Regional Center. You'll also find Parkway Plaza and Taylor Guitars within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?

Yes, uncovered parking is offered for USD 10 per night. An electric car charging station and wheelchair-accessible van parking are also available for guests.

Does Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon feature a casino at the property?

No, Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 6:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

What do couples enjoy most about Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge.

Are there hot tubs at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?

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

Does Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at The Bistro.

Will Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?

The closest major airport to Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon is San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field), which is 3.4 mi away (11 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is located 14.9 mi away (20-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon.

Does Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon offer wedding services?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon.

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 730 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 149 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 1001 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love to do staycations here when we go to concerts at the Magnolia ❤️
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location near The Magnolia. Restaurants near by
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice staff and great hotel!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff, clean room and very comfortable bed, easy parking, thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly. Place was very clean and spacious
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk was awesome, they let us check in hours early. The room was clean and taken care of!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was excellent, had breakfast there two days and it was very good, staff were very courteous.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was nice and clean , my only complaint was that I thought the breakfast was complementary, sadly it wasn’t .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Only the bar staff were helpful. The front desk on our night check in needed to summon from the back by the bartender.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice and clean, grounds were up to date and staff was pleasant.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, quiet hotel, easy walking distance to restaurants and shops, along with the local performing arts center.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very nice and very clean. Coffee and breakfast was experience at the built in Starbucks. Spent $60.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel experience was amazing. The room was extremely clean extremely well kept. The heated pool and heated. Jacuzzi were amazing. Definitely will be staying there again with my family when we go back to San Diego.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, nice hotel with fine dining within walking distance. Limited breakfast options available.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean hotel lobby, and room.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and Comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was very clean and nice. also the service very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, nice place.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms where amazing and clean. Amenities were great ans accessible
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was clean, room comfortable. Check in was a breeze. Bar was lacking a bit.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was pretty clean except for the piece of popcorn that I could see between the bed and the bedside table. Bathroom was very clean. I loved the shower. Nice and modern! Staff was great. Disappointed that there was a charge for breakfast. We went elsewhere. Same for coffee. Hallway carpeting was pretty stained. Needs a good cleaning. Enjoyed our stay, tho!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was amazing, the staff was incredible.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026