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Quality Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego East

Property class: 2.5

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A hotel room with two beds, a sitting area, and a bathroom.
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A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, stove, and a flat-screen TV.
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Reviews

4.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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650 N Mollison Ave Building A, El Cajon, CA, 92021
  • Place, East County Regional Center
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Parkway Plaza
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, The Magnolia
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

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

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk with chairs, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 249 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a chair, and a window with curtains.

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)

A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a bedside lamp.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking ( Efficiency)

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

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

A hotel room with two beds, each with white bedding and dark headboards. There are wall-mounted lamps above the beds, and a framed picture on the wall.

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

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

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

  • 249 sq ft
  • 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

  • Wells Dog Park - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • East County Regional Center - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Parkway Plaza - 1 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Knox House Museum - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • The Magnolia - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Arnele Avenue Station - 4 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 18 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Yogurt Mill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Mr. Shawarma El cajon - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mal Al Sham - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Quality Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego East

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 self 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

  • Bed sheets 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Quality Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego East?

As of Nov 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Quality Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego East on Nov 29, 2026 start from $86, 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 close to Quality Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego East?

This hotel is located in El Cajon, close to The Magnolia, Sportsplex USA Santee, and Singing Hills Country Club - Willow Glen Course. You'll also find East County Regional Center and Parkway Plaza within a short drive.

Is there parking available 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, free RV/bus/truck parking and wheelchair-accessible van 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 pillow menu and a rainfall showerhead as well as an outdoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at Quality Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego East?

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

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 rooms 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 (19-minute drive).

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

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

Quality Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego East Reviews

Reviews

4.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 727 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 73 out of 727 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 103 out of 727 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 130 out of 727 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 322 out of 727 reviews

4.6/10

Cleanliness

6.2/10

Staff & service

4.8/10

Amenities

4.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a dirty glorified motel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was really deteriorated. Specially the bath tub. There were roaches in the restroom!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Its was okay. Was nervous to go number 2 the water was slow to go down.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The jacuzzi was broken, the door was broken, our key card didn’t work, and the main office was closed. We had to go to another office across the property just to get assistance. The only decent things about our stay were the strong water pressure in the shower and the AC.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are clean and well maintained. It also has a balcony, which is awesome. Some of the rooms do have flaws so check the room before checking in. The staff is pretty friendly and good customer service. Good vibes here.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
😞
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Arrive at 4:00 am and the toilet was broken, The desk clerk was extremely helpful and courteous and moved us to another room immediately. We inquired about late check out on our final day and the daytime staff was very pleasant to work with. Staff at this location understands hospitality and taking care of their guest.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed here Aug 1, 2026. Bathroom tub super old and chipping. There were roaches in cabinets and once i saw them had to leave as i had my family with me. Front desk applogized and said would get refund but once i came down to ask for refund rather than process it told me i had to go thru expedia which of course was another process. Stay away!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quality inn was having construction so the sister hotel across the parking lot was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing. Everything worked in the kitchen but you had to supply all your own stuff like plates and etc. The property needs some TLC but over all it worked for what we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very dirty, bugs everywhere, bed sheets stained, bathtub dirty and painted over. No breakfast like it said.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cockroaches!!!!!!! Paint peeling in the bathtub, faucet broken, disgusting floors, bed sinks into metal, took 40 minutes to get the tv reset to work, hot tub out of order, terrible breakfast, sheets for “blankets”, strange scratch marks ground into the floor, door wouldn’t shut- took 3 people slamming into the door to shut it. Awful awful experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awfully disgusting. Terrible front desk service and nasty dusty and outdated rooms. Front door to room broken
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not clean, found roaches and earwigs. Could not sleep properly for two nights because the TV was loud in the adjacent room for the entire night. Contacted front desk multiple times but no resolution, Room did not have table and chairs as shown in photos. Waffle maker was out of service. In nutshell it was horrible stay with family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dirty room with roaches. Shower had a million coats of paint which made it sticky. Tub and toilet had years of stains. Random door that leads to another room that you can't lock. Front door gets jammed so you have to body slam it to get into your room. Sliding door that leads to open grass with overgrown weeds where you have access to other people's doors. The wifi didn't work and I had to use my phone's Hotspot to watch the TV. The only thing that worked properly was the A/C and the bed was comfortable. Pet friendly. Staff was great and very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was dirty.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was walking distance and easily accessible, the freeway was a bit noisy only because they were working on it during the days I stayed here.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Roaches EVERYWHERE, slimey walls, mold, broken door handles, AC doesn't work, beds are broken and swallow you like a taco, heavy urine smell, can't see TVs while laying in the beds, NO couches. Rooms look NOTHING like the photos. Staff is friendly and all BUT the fact they even give you room keys to these flop house rooms without so much as a warning, is insane. I wouldn't make my worst enemy stay here!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I booked two beds but there was only one.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The motel is old , smell like OLD and pee I washed the hall room with bleach because the room smell like pee, amazing stuff but the room furniture, bed, bathroom all smell bad and old I know it is cheep, good location but not worth the money at all
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location, clean and friendly staff

Friendly and helpful staff. Room was very nice and breakfast a perk.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pictures in their advertising are not accurate to the level of cleanliness. Complete false advertising.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dirty and run down. Only thing updated was the flooring. Old outdated pictures, The room was smelly and stagnant. Very noisy with being right next to the freeway. Had to go to a different hotel because of how unsafe and uncomfortable it felt.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026