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Quality Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego East

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Grossmont College

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking ( Efficiency) | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Free daily full breakfast
Lobby
Exterior
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Reviews

4.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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650 N Mollison Ave Building A, El Cajon, CA, 92021
  • Place, The Magnolia
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Grossmont College
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, San Diego State University
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 249 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 249 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking ( Efficiency)

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking ( Efficiency)

  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible with Roll-In Shower, Kitchenette, Non-Smoking

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible with Roll-In Shower, Kitchenette, Non-Smoking

  • 249 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible with Roll-In Shower, Non-Smoking

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible with Roll-In Shower, Non-Smoking

  • 249 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

El Cajon

Quality Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego East places you within a 15-minute drive of popular attractions such as Grossmont College and San Diego State University. This 50-room hotel welcomes guests with free breakfast and conveniences like an outdoor pool and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • The Magnolia - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Grossmont College - 7 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • San Diego State University - 11 min drive - 10.0 miles
  • Sycuan Casino - 17 min drive - 10.2 miles
  • San Diego Zoo - 20 min drive - 17.9 miles

Getting around

  • Spring St Trolley Station - 8 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 18 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mr. Shawarma El cajon - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Denny's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Mal Al Sham - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Yogurt Mill - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Quality Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego East

Hotel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Grossmont College
At Quality Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego East, guests have access to an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a 24-hour business center. There's free parking if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with sightseeing, directions, and local dining recommendations. Additional amenities include express check-out, free newspapers, and laundry facilities.
Guests can enjoy free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Beds sport pillow menus and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Sitting areas, refrigerators, and microwaves are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business center

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • No elevator
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • 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 spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2019
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 25 per pet, per night
  • 1 total (30 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • A damage deposit of USD 100 will be collected before check-in.

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 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck 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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 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.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Quality Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego East?

Quality Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego East offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see close to Quality Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego East?

This hotel is located in El Cajon within a short 19-minute walk of Boomers El Cajon. You'll also find The Magnolia and Superior Court East County Division within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Quality Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego East?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is available on request, accessible parking and free RV/bus/truck parking are also available.

Does Quality Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego East feature a casino on the premises?

No, Quality Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego East doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Quality Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego East?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Quality Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego East good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a rainfall showerhead and a pillow menu as well as an outdoor pool.

Does Quality Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego East have a hot tub?

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

Does Quality Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego East feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Quality Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego East offers free full breakfasts each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Quality Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego East allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Quality Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego East for a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Quality Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego East?

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

How close is the airport from Quality Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego East?

The closest major airport to Quality Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego East 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 (17-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Quality Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego East?

Yes, some guestrooms at Quality Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego East offer a balcony.

Quality Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego East Reviews

Reviews

4.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 630 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 72 out of 630 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 93 out of 630 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 115 out of 630 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 272 out of 630 reviews

4.8/10

Cleanliness

6.2/10

Staff & service

4.8/10

Amenities

4.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

4.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Roberto

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is old
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Diana

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had to be moved from rooms twice because of broken locks on doors. And it was only my daughter and me . Ashley the front desk clerk was very helpful in moving me to a different room
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Cristal

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was really outdated, it gave run down vibes. there is a gas station right across the parking lot, a Starbucks and Denny's right across the street which was convenient. The freeway was right behind the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Samoa

Shower head needs replacement TV not used all weekend due to remote not functioning well Entrance door very difficult, at times, to open
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

rmadriz**

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Poorly breakfast, place not very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Cassandra, Lynwood

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Summer

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Martha

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn't like anything the tub was really nasty, and the mattress was all stained idk what could had happened there.. I had to stay because I already had the reservation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joshua

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We didn’t like anything about this property. One of the staff ladies, the older one was great. But everything else was terrible.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Parry

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Corinne

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Absolutely not recommended

The floor in the room was filthy, we were unable to locate the light switch, there was a dumpster with a mattress sticking out of the dumpster and other discarded furniture placed outside of the dumpster near the pool. There were questionable characters casing the parking lot that made us feel unsafe. I would never recommend this facility to anyone. We did not stay and the hotel agreed to refund 2 out of the 3 nights we had reserved. The refund process was laborious and slow. (Wish we had taken pictures)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tamara

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a dirty motel with dirty rooms and dirty floors and hard mattresses and very unfriendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Robert

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property is run down, sketchy people hanging around the parking lot next to a gas station and a freeway on ramp next it is very noisy. There’s a Clarion hotel on the same property and I had a check in there because the owner owns both properties. You can tell the owner neglects the property and just take the cash from the renters. I had a scalding hot shower that would only be hot or hotter and it burned my foot. I complained to the front desk, but they couldn’t do anything about it. I do not recommend anybody staying there as there are better other options nearby. I would never come back to this property.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

christopher

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, AC and bed were perfect. Condition of room was pretty bad. No secondary working lock on my door. Several holes in the wall, ceiling need to be in. Walls need to be repainted. Bathroom sink has massive cracks. Bathtub needs restoration, even know it was clean it looked dirty
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jose

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The outside of this property is in desperate need of an update. I was really nervous until I opened my door. Beautiful new flooring, brand new mattress and counters. Large spacious room. You have to check in at Clarion Pointe which is on other side of parking lot. Breakfast is served at Clarion Pointe as well. Staff is incredible and kind.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sandra

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Avoid this hotel

Conditions are really bad! Do not stay here. The shower didn’t even work and have running water. You have to even check in at different hotel because lobby was closed. The pictures of hotel are not accurate either. Dirty shower.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jodi

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Brian

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karess

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

SUZETTE

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Do not recommend for family stay

Initial thoughts were there are no windows, the room was super hot, the sliding door to the back of building was unlocked which felt unsafe. My daughter went to use the restroom and lost it when she saw a couple roaches in the tub.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Destyni

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There’s definitely roaches, seen multiple in my room but they were squished. The breakfast is literally like waffles, toast, bagels cereal. Nothing crazy. The staff is super helpful though so that was a plus. Probably won’t stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

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