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Rodeway Inn El Cajon - San Diego East

2.0 star property
Hotel in El Cajon with free parking

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Individually furnished, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Individually furnished, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Individually furnished, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Individually furnished, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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1368 E Main St, El Cajon, CA, 92021
  • Place, Art World Western Heritage Gallery
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Wells Dog Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, San Diego Zoo
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Individually furnished, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • 220 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Individually furnished, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 220 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

El Cajon

Rodeway Inn El Cajon - San Diego East is located within a mile (2 km) of Wells Dog Park and Art World Western Heritage Gallery. Each of the 35 rooms at this hotel includes a kitchenette, a refrigerator, and a microwave.

What's nearby

  • Art World Western Heritage Gallery - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Wells Dog Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Mission Bay - 20 min drive - 20.4 miles
  • San Diego Zoo - 21 min drive - 18.3 miles
  • San Diego Convention Center - 22 min drive - 21.3 miles

Getting around

  • El Cajon Transit Center Station - 13 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 20 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Valley Foods Mediterranean Market - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Rodeway Inn El Cajon - San Diego East

Hotel in El Cajon with free parking
Rodeway Inn El Cajon - San Diego East features free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 65-inch Smart TVs with cable channels. Kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.
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
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 65-inch smart TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.
Property Registration Number El cajon Motel LLC

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

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

Property is also known as

Rodeway Inn
EL CAJON INN SUITES
Rodeway Cajon Diego Cajon
Rodeway Inn El Cajon - San Diego East Hotel
Rodeway Inn El Cajon - San Diego East El Cajon
Rodeway Inn El Cajon - San Diego East Hotel El Cajon

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Rodeway Inn El Cajon - San Diego East?

Rodeway Inn El Cajon - San Diego East provides free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see around Rodeway Inn El Cajon - San Diego East?

This hotel is located in El Cajon, close to Sycuan Casino, The Magnolia, and Singing Hills Country Club - Willow Glen Course. You'll also find Superior Court East County Division and Olaf Wieghorst Museum and Western Heritage Center within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Rodeway Inn El Cajon - San Diego East?

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

Does Rodeway Inn El Cajon - San Diego East have a casino?

No, Rodeway Inn El Cajon - San Diego East doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Rodeway Inn El Cajon - San Diego East?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Rodeway Inn El Cajon - San Diego East?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include a kitchenette, a smart TV, and bathrobes.

Does Rodeway Inn El Cajon - San Diego East have a hot tub?

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

Does Rodeway Inn El Cajon - San Diego East have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Rodeway Inn El Cajon - San Diego East doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Rodeway Inn El Cajon - San Diego East allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, cats and dogs can stay for free at Rodeway Inn El Cajon - San Diego East.

Does Rodeway Inn El Cajon - San Diego East have connecting rooms?

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

Where is the closest airport to Rodeway Inn El Cajon - San Diego East?

The closest major airport to Rodeway Inn El Cajon - San Diego East is San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field), which is 5.1 mi away (19 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is located 17.4 mi away (24-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Rodeway Inn El Cajon - San Diego East?

No, at Rodeway Inn El Cajon - San Diego East, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Rodeway Inn El Cajon - San Diego East Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 99 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 99 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 99 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 99 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 99 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rachell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel has come a long way from a few years ago, the walls are clean and painted with fresh paint, the bed was exceptionally big and comfy, the tv was huge witch made it seem like u were in a theater, the wifi is the best (uncensored) wifi ive used in any hotel in a long time. Overall cleanliness is a 9 compared to the 4 i gave before... The front desk staff is helpful, polite and goes out of there way to make sure u are comfortable 100%better than the hotel that it was prior to the rodeway inn....👍
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sonia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, this property was really good. There was plenty of parking, ice machine, microwave, refrigerator, and an extra large TV. I had trouble getting the TV to turn on, but the staff was great and assisted me with that. Everything was in fair condition. However, the tub was a little old looking and the shower head needs to be replaced. Overall, I would stay here again. I was very satisfied overall.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Noemi

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

2/10 Terrible

Lolita

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I filtered to reserve specific - allows pets and kitchenette. Was a 1 week reservation. Was given a double (reserved a single) was told “they should charge me more”. They were serious. We checked in late afternoon. The place was truly filthy. A complete dump-dive. I have pics. No exaggeration : the tub/shower and sink had so much scum it changed colors w/cleaning and needed surfacing repair so bad. The shower curtain was yellow, scummy and changed colors w/ cleaning too. Floor not even swept nor mopped (dirt, stains, spills and sunflower seed shells everywhere and as much as 1/4” corner scum/dirt/buildup Hand and dirty prints on every wall, filthy. Cockroaches everywhere…we killed so many. The air conditioner looked like it had BM dried up and other filth on it. Drawers that wouldn’t close, no smoke alarm, no fire water system, no wheel stops/brakes on bed, and, to top it off - no kitchenette. We had to throw away 7 lbs of chuck beef, 7 lbs of boneless chicken breast and all my condiments. Our home wasn’t habitable for the week. It was everything from our frig/freezer. And the added expense of eating out every meal. I tried to speak with the management and corporate. Excuses from the management and very lame offers to “accommodate” from corporate Points for a free nights stay. - “No Thank You. That’s actually stupid. This place should be shut down for health and safety compliance. The only good thing was a convenient location.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mike

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Wilma

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Arkeem

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Ted

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Upon arrival, I noticed that the trash bin was located close to the entrance and it was completely filled with trash flowing over it. People walking around the area were of questionable character and the feeling of safety comes immediately to mind. Checking in was fairly easy and straightforward, but seeing a younger family member sitting alongside while playing with a tablet seemed a bit unprofessional to me and I guess that is what distracted her from telling me where my room was located or she expected me to find it for myself. Getting into the room, I was immediately hit with what could only be a chemical smell of what they could have used to get rid of the smoke in the room since it was a “No Smoking” room to begin with. There was a decorative picture that was taken down from the wall and placed on the side of the room. The microwave was a bit of a joke and didn’t have the rotating plate inside of it. The curtain for the shower was not properly put up so the curtain could fully close and the water was hard to adjust from hot to warm. The mattress to the bed was unevenly worn and the sheets were not even fitted to the bed. At least the A/C worked and the TV was nice and big to enjoy. But it was a place with a bed and shower. So there’s that.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jesus

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Called me sale day to cancel room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Alejandro

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

paul

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was ok, room was dirty and looked like it had not been cleaned in months. There was alot going on at night and i was uncomfortable and had a hard time sleeping. There was no parking, if i didnt have a handicap placards i wouldnt have been able to stay the second night. No way to check out in the morning, i left at 930am and there was no one in the office. All in all this was not a positive experience
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jaelynn

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Towels were dirty, bathroom door didn’t close. People surrounding our car, and staff was acting very sketchy when we chose to leave before even staying the night, followed us to our car.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Manual

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Dirty room and very noisy room
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Martha

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Small crowded parking area, room criwded with 2 beds, mini fridge had no freezer. Area okay, not great. Staff friendly helpful & quick response to any issues.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

David

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the staff canceled my reservations without notify me.I will never book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

LaToya

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The location was horrible . The room was dirty , some of the lights did not work and had roaches. We had to wait until the following morning to change rooms. The second room's remote control didn't work, room was not as dirty as first room. This was worst we've ever experienced
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nikky

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If I could leave a negative review I would. The pictures on the website are probably 20+ years old. Noisy people, unsafe area, stained sheets and towels, horrible shower head looks like a pipe coming out of the wall, dirty tubs, had to use shower shoes, somehow the bathroom smelt like weed. Over all an unclean room and even had lifted floor boards with water underneath that was no where near a water source. The person above us decided to walk/move furniture all night and we got no sleep, staff wasn’t there to inform. Also allows people to permanently live there. They also never clean their “pet area”. Just disgusting, should be shut down. We paid for 4 nights and left after 3; We couldn’t handle it anymore. Spend the money and stay somewhere else. I wish I listed to the negative reviews. Considering reporting them.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dolores

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Dirty rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Karen

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

Horrible

Honestly, this hotel is disgusting. First of all I called before reserving to ask if the standard room, king size bed has a stove, microwave, and fridge and the guy told me yes. When we arrived there was no stove. They offered to change me to a room with stove for $40 bucks more so I said sure. We walk in the new room and you can tell that the only thing they did to the room was febreeze it. Everything was dusty, the fooors dirty, the shower was dirty as well. The shower curtains were all moldy and black at the bottom! Disgusting place. Later that day we tried to cook on the stove and it never turned on! Honestly, what the hell is up with this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Joel

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ramy

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mauricio

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great price . Pet friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Candace

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet location. Nice management.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Seth

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would never stay here again. The place is absolutely filthy and rundown. Spend the extra money and stay somewhere SAFER and CLEANER. The floors were so dirty, the bath was dirty, outlets didn’t work, curtains had rips. Homeless people right outside the property. Just avoid this place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Christinna

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff member that checked me in was rude tossed my id and check in paperwork and key towards me instead of handing it to me. The bathroom was dirty the shower curtains had stains. The bathtub was filthy. The TV doesn’t work. Would not recommend this location again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025