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Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

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

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Exterior
Lobby
Lobby
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Exterior

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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550 Montrose Court, I-8 at Magnolia Avenue Southbound, El Cajon, CA, 92020
  • Place, Parkway Plaza
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Superior Court East County Division
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, The Magnolia
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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

Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
7.6 out of 10, Good, 1,006 reviews
$67 nightly
The price is $74
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Total with taxes and fees
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About the neighborhood

El Cajon

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego places you within a leisurely stroll of Olaf Wieghorst Museum and Western Heritage Center and Superior Court East County Division. This 182-room motel has an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Parkway Plaza - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Superior Court East County Division - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • The Magnolia - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Olaf Wieghorst Museum and Western Heritage Center - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Boomers El Cajon - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Arnele Avenue Station - 2 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 18 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Five Guys - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Food Court - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

Motel in El Cajon with a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool
At Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego, guests have access to an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and microwave in a common area. A stay here includes free parking. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with sightseeing, directions, and local dining recommendations. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a garden, and an ATM.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 40-inch TVs with cable channels. Free local calls are also standard. Change of towels is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • 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 (42 inches high)
  • 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 available
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total (65 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 17 years old and younger stay free, per registered adult, when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Early check-in fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 20 (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 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)
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 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 credit card 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Long-term renters welcome.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego?

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

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

As of Jan 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego on Jan 25, 2026 start from $65.39, excluding 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 is there to do around Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego?

This motel is located in El Cajon, a short 16-minute walk from The Magnolia and also 11 minutes on foot from Olaf Wieghorst Museum and Western Heritage Center. You'll also find Sportsplex USA Santee and Boomers El Cajon within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

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

No, Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 9:00 AM and 9:00 PM.

What do couples enjoy most about Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego?

Couples will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool, a garden, and a 24-hour front desk at this motel.

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

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

Does Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, cats and dogs can stay for free at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego.

Are there connecting rooms at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego?

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

How far is the airport from Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego?

The closest major airport to Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego is San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field), which is 3.1 mi away (11 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is located 14.7 mi away (19-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego?

No, at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 650 out of 1496 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 266 out of 1496 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 206 out of 1496 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 143 out of 1496 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 231 out of 1496 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Jeff

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dirty, old, smelly and noisy.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

sandy

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Poorly maintained. Smelled bad.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

VERNA

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
was not what is pictured property worn down. there were a few bugs in the rooms
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerod

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Alan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
I made and pre-paid for my stay there, yet I wasn’t allowed to check in!!! I was there for a sport event and my teammate, who wasn’t named on the reservation got there first, was allowed to check in. I showed up to check in but that night clerk would NOT allow it. I had my gov’t ID, my credit card used to pay for the stay and my name in the system, yet he refused me to check in and get my room key. It wasn’t until after 15 mins of arguing, that my roommate showed up that he finally gave me the room key.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Annette

I understand charging for having ruined a sheet because you cut yourself in your room but charging $40 for a sheet is ridiculous
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vivian

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Leandro

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
The beds could have been a little bit more comfortable. I have back issues other than that it was okay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
BEST shower pressure and temperature I’ve ever had at a budget motel. Front desk staff were very friendly and helpful. Towels weren’t great. Occupants next to me would smoke directly outside their door so I could smell it but that’s not the company’s fault necessarily. Ample parking. And under $100 on a weekend. Great value overall, just keep in mind it is still a Motel 6.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen E

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was clean and no frills. staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff, LA MESA

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Regina

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Linda

Liked: Staff & service
Little freezer unit needed defrosting. Thought I saw a bug on the floor the first of 2 nights; as a result I slept on top of sheets, not in them.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gwendolyn

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ice machines not working Room smelled of Marijuana Room was dirty sheets had stains Bathroom had no hot water Nothing good at all.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Andrew

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Got bitten by a dog the 2nd night and room was flooded with water because the fridge was not plugged in.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Chef Gregory

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alvin

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

luigi

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Consuelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Carlos

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

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