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A hotel lobby with a large seating area, a kitchen counter with coffee machines, and a stone fireplace.
A multi-story hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and landscaped gardens.
A compact kitchen with dark cabinets, a white refrigerator, and a dishwasher. There is a small dining area with a table and chairs.
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a television mounted on the wall.

1. Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
Carmel Mountain Ranch
United States
Chad
$100 nightly
$114 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a stone fire pit, string lights, and a pool area.
A rooftop pool area with a fire pit, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.
A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a patterned carpet, and a seating area with a table and chairs.
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a sofa.

2. Sonesta ES Suites Carmel Mountain – San Diego

Sonesta ES Suites Carmel Mountain – San Diego
Carmel Mountain Ranch
United States
Andrew
$118 nightly
$134 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Sonesta ES Suites Carmel Mountain – San Diego
A Courtyard Marriott outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a fire feature, and stone accents.
A modern hotel with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.
A modern hotel lobby with a mix of seating options, including sofas and tables, and a Starbucks coffee station.
A landscaped garden with a pond, walking paths, and a building in the background.

3. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
Rancho Bernardo
United States
Isabel
$143 nightly
$163 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
A hotel with a covered patio area featuring outdoor seating and a fire pit.
A woman running on a treadmill in a gym with exercise equipment and a wall with informational posters.
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a barbecue grill, and a sign for 'AYRES LODGE'.
A hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and a sign that reads "AYRES."

4. Ayres Lodge Alpine

Ayres Lodge Alpine
Alpine
United States
Walter
$113 nightly
$122 total
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Total with taxes and fees
Ayres Lodge Alpine
A modern restaurant with a bar area, dining tables, and chairs.
A Courtyard Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a parking area.
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a pergola overhead, and a view of the street and buildings in the background.
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a window with curtains.

5. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon
Downtown El Cajon
United States
Erin
$155 nightly
$171 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon
Room
A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a parking lot and palm trees.
A compact kitchen with a black refrigerator, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a dishwasher.
A gym with exercise equipment, a television, and a mirror.

6. Holiday Inn Express La Mesa Near SDSU by IHG

Holiday Inn Express La Mesa Near SDSU by IHG
San Diego
United States
Michelle
$161 nightly
$177 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Express La Mesa Near SDSU by IHG
A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a heater, and a window with curtains.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a painting on the wall.
A bathroom with a white marble tub, a shower with a curved glass door, a white sink, and a painting on the wall.
A compact living space with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a small table, a sofa, and a window with curtains.

7. Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East

Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East
El Cajon
United States
nathan
$71 nightly
$79 total
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Total with taxes and fees
Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East
An outdoor patio with wooden flooring, wicker chairs, and tables.
A bar area with a long counter, multiple ceiling fans, and bar stools.
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a balcony with a view.
A wedding ceremony with guests seated on wooden chairs, a couple at the altar, and a backdrop of palm trees and flowers.

8. San Vicente Golf Resort

San Vicente Golf Resort
San Diego Country Estates
United States
Alisa
$119 nightly
$129 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
San Vicente Golf Resort
Lobby
A building with a red-tiled roof, large windows, and a landscaped garden.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a tennis court, and mountains in the background.
A reception area with a marble and wood reception desk, two hanging pendant lights, a wooden floor, a grey armchair, and a painting of a tree on the wall.

9. Riviera Oaks Resort by Coolvacay

Riviera Oaks Resort by Coolvacay
San Diego Country Estates
United States
Kristin
$123 nightly
$133 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
Riviera Oaks Resort by Coolvacay
An outdoor dining area with tables set for a formal event, featuring candelabras and neatly folded napkins.
A poolside area with a fire feature and orange chairs.
A golf course with a pond, a flag, and a building in the background.
A lodge entrance with a wooden door and wrought iron gates, surrounded by potted plants and a paved walkway.

10. Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Santee
United States
Donaciano
$145 nightly
$159 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel
A garden with a gazebo, pathways, and a mountain in the background.
A building with a tiled roof, brick walls, and arched doorways. There are large planters and a palm tree in the foreground.
A clear swimming pool surrounded by a patio area with outdoor furniture, a building with a tiled roof, and palm trees.
A garden with a gazebo, a pond, and various plants.

11. Vineyard Hacienda

Vineyard Hacienda
Jamul
Canada
Michele
$185 nightly
$200 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
Vineyard Hacienda
A wooden pergola with white curtains, a poolside lounge area, and potted plants.
A pathway lined with palm trees and greenery, leading to a building with a traditional roof.
A bar area with a stone counter, bar stools, and a mural on the wall.
An outdoor patio area with wooden tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a television screen mounted on the wall.

12. Bandy Canyon Ranch

Bandy Canyon Ranch
Escondido
United States
Kirsten
Bandy Canyon Ranch
A large, multi-story building with a curved roof, surrounded by palm trees and a swimming pool.
A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and a stone wall with a waterfall feature.
A garden pathway with various plants and a wooden gate.
Interior

13. Sunset Estate by Avantstay Sleeps 20 Resort-style Pool + Gorgeous Grounds Exclusive Poway Stay

Sunset Estate by Avantstay Sleeps 20 Resort-style Pool + Gorgeous Grounds Exclusive Poway Stay
Poway
Sunset Estate by Avantstay Sleeps 20 Resort-style Pool + Gorgeous Grounds Exclusive Poway Stay
A bedroom with a bed, a wooden dresser, a chair, and a rocking chair.
A kitchen with a wooden island, white bar stools, and a decorative tree trunk.
A stone patio with a glass table and chairs, a wooden pergola, and a stone wall.
A cozy room with a bed, wooden furniture, a fireplace, and a television.

14. Cozy 'story Book Barn Cottage' w/ Scenic View

Cozy 'story Book Barn Cottage' w/ Scenic View
Julian
United States
Gabriel
Cozy 'story Book Barn Cottage' w/ Scenic View
A spacious loft bedroom with a high ceiling, wooden beams, a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a ceiling fan.
A spacious living area with a large couch, a coffee table, and a dining table set for two. There are large windows providing natural light and a view of the outdoors.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel sink, a microwave, and a stove.
A bathroom with a wooden wall, a bathtub, a sink, and a toilet.

15. Inviting Julian Home w/ Scenic View & Hot Tub

Inviting Julian Home w/ Scenic View & Hot Tub
Julian
Inviting Julian Home w/ Scenic View & Hot Tub
A living room with a brick wall, a sofa, a wooden table, and a large vase.
A kitchen with a brick wall, white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a stove.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a brick backsplash, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
Interior

16. 5 Mi to Casino & Lake: Home on Escondido Ranch!

5 Mi to Casino & Lake: Home on Escondido Ranch!
Valley Center
5 Mi to Casino & Lake: Home on Escondido Ranch!
A residential area with houses, a swimming pool, and a large house with a driveway.
An outdoor bar area with a thatched roof, a grill, and a poolside seating arrangement.
A dining area with a large table, chairs, and a chandelier. There is a television mounted on the wall and a view of the outdoors through the glass doors.
A spacious living area with a kitchen, dining area, and a fireplace.

17. Barrel & Crest by Avantstay Hillside Estate + Resort Pool + Putting Green Near Lake Poway & Golf Sleeps 20

Barrel & Crest by Avantstay Hillside Estate + Resort Pool + Putting Green Near Lake Poway & Golf Sleeps 20
Poway
Barrel & Crest by Avantstay Hillside Estate + Resort Pool + Putting Green Near Lake Poway & Golf Sleeps 20
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a stove. There is a brown leather sofa and a small table in the living area. A ceiling fan is visible, and the room has large windows with curtains.
A house with a covered patio, wicker furniture, and a blue patterned rug.
Interior
A four-poster bed with a bench, bedside tables, and a large window with curtains.

18. Cozy Alpine Cottage Near Casinos & Trails!

Cozy Alpine Cottage Near Casinos & Trails!
Alpine
United States
REBECCA
Cozy Alpine Cottage Near Casinos & Trails!
A compact living space with a sofa, a TV, and a potted plant.
A bedroom with a bed, a window, an air conditioner, a framed picture, a mirror, and a hallway leading to a kitchen.
A covered patio area with outdoor furniture, a grill, and a water fountain.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a sofa, and a dining area.

19. Low-key Poway Home ~ 20 Mi to La Jolla & San Diego

Low-key Poway Home ~ 20 Mi to La Jolla & San Diego
Poway
United States
Alisa
Low-key Poway Home ~ 20 Mi to La Jolla & San Diego
A cozy living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table, wooden walls, and a ceiling fan.
A wooden deck with a table and benches, surrounded by trees and a gravel area.
A bedroom with a large bed, a dresser, a mirror, and a window with blinds.
A dirt road leading to a cabin with a sign indicating it is a rental for Mt. Laguna.

20. Near Hiking & Mtn Biking: Cozy Cabin in Mt Laguna!

Near Hiking & Mtn Biking: Cozy Cabin in Mt Laguna!
Mount Laguna
Near Hiking & Mtn Biking: Cozy Cabin in Mt Laguna!
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Sycuan Casino Resort

Sycuan Casino Resort

5469 Casino Way El Cajon CA
$111 nightly
$120 total
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Total with taxes and fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,175 reviews)
Sycuan Casino Resort
Rancho Bernardo Inn

Rancho Bernardo Inn

17550 Bernardo Oaks Dr San Diego CA
$270 nightly
$308 total
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Total with taxes and fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Rancho Bernardo Inn
Viejas Casino & Willows Hotel

Viejas Casino & Willows Hotel

5000 Willows Road Alpine CA
$146 nightly
$157 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
Viejas Casino & Willows Hotel
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Nestled among pine forests and mountain wilderness, this tranquil retreat offers spectacular hiking in Cleveland National Forest and Pine Creek Wilderness. Anglers and nature lovers flock to Lake Cuyamaca, while the nearby Anza Borrego Desert State Park transforms into a wildflower paradise each spring.

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A serene Japanese garden with a red bridge, koi pond, and various plants.

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Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

10/10 Excellent
"Great specious room. Conveniently located next to the shopping center and restaurants."
Dan 2-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
Ayres Lodge Alpine

Ayres Lodge Alpine

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent choice !!!"
Leonel 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Ayres Lodge Alpine

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Three Star Hotel Guide for Descanso

There’s a reason the top 3 star hotels in Descanso, California are so incredibly popular: They combine comforting amenities and just-for-you service with some of the best rates and discounts the area has to offer. When you book a stay at a three star hotel in Descanso, you’ll get access to perfect little perks like on-site restaurants and cocktail bars, well-appointed fitness centers, and spacious rooms.

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What is the difference between a 3-star hotel and a motel in Descanso?
A motel is a good option if you're gearing up to tour around Descanso. These escapes are usually found near airports and highways, offer ample parking and have basic amenities and services. Book a 3-star hotel and you'll be more centrally located. With a larger range of rooms and additional amenities like a fitness center, lobby and conference rooms, you can expect to pay more for hotel lodgings.

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