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Our top choices for El Cajon 3-star hotels

A resort with a large swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.

1. Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel
3.5 star property
Mission Valley
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (3,039 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
Helen
$88 nightly
The price is $101
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Total with taxes and fees
Handlery Hotel
A balcony with a table set for two, overlooking a marina with numerous boats.

2. Bay Club Hotel & Marina

Bay Club Hotel & Marina
3.5 star property
Point Loma
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (4,045 reviews)
"Beautiful, clean hotel and friendly staff!!"
United States
Robin
$161 nightly
The price is $185
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Total with taxes and fees
Bay Club Hotel & Marina
A hotel lobby with a 'Lobby' sign, palm trees, and a sunset sky.

3. Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas
3.0 star property
Mission Valley
7.8 out of 10, Good, (4,027 reviews)
"OUR STAY WAS GREAT. WE WERE IN TOWN FOR A SOCCER GAME AND THE PRICE AND PROXIMITY TO SNAPDRAGON WAS PERFECT."
United States
Cynthia
$85 nightly
The price is $97
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Seven Seas
A rectangular swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tall trees and greenery.

4. Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
3.0 star property
Mission Valley
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (3,162 reviews)
"Great place too stay."
United States
Oscar
$80 nightly
The price is $92
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
A hotel sign with palm trees in the background.

5. The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo

The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
3.0 star property
Mission Valley
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,901 reviews)
"Great stay, clean room, well maintained property and very good service."
United States
SAID
$90 nightly
The price is $103
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Total with taxes and fees
The Atwood Hotel San Diego - SeaWorld/Zoo
A hotel lobby with a waterfall feature, outdoor seating area, and multiple floors with balconies.

6. Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
3.5 star property
Mission Valley
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,459 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Thao
$118 nightly
The price is $136
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley by IHG
A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

7. The Dana on Mission Bay

The Dana on Mission Bay
3.5 star property
Mission Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4,476 reviews)
"Really good hotel !!!"
United States
Assy Prune Celia
$193 nightly
The price is $222
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Total with taxes and fees
The Dana on Mission Bay
Bar (on property)

8. Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
3.5 star property
National City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (4,216 reviews)
"Great property, friendly staff and a restaurant with good food and live music next door. Had an excellent time!"
United States
Candas
$134 nightly
The price is $148
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, a sofa, and a window with a view of greenery.

9. Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld

Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
3.0 star property
Point Loma
7.4 out of 10, Good, (4,161 reviews)
"great stay"
United States
Sarah
$96 nightly
The price is $110
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
A balcony with a view of the ocean, wicker chairs, a round table, and a bottle of champagne.

10. La Jolla Cove Suites

La Jolla Cove Suites
3.0 star property
Village of La Jolla
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,253 reviews)
"The view was amazing! Housekeeping staff was excellent. The property was centrally located and close to shops and restraunts."
United States
Elizabeth
$212 nightly
The price is $243
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
La Jolla Cove Suites
A hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a bed, a chair, and a small table.

11. The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
3.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,337 reviews)
"Really enjoyed my stay!"
United States
Kelly
$143 nightly
The price is $176
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
A coastal cliff with a beach and ocean.

12. Inn By The Sea La Jolla

Inn By The Sea La Jolla
3.5 star property
Village of La Jolla
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,921 reviews)
"Great location for short walks to beach, shopping, and restaurants."
United States
Jessica
$213 nightly
The price is $245
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Total with taxes and fees
Inn By The Sea La Jolla
A seaside restaurant with outdoor seating overlooking the ocean, a pier in the background, and a clear sky.

13. Ocean Beach Hotel

Ocean Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
Point Loma
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,522 reviews)
"Good location, friendly staff"
United States
Arianna
$165 nightly
The price is $186
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Ocean Beach Hotel
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV on a wooden cabinet, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with sheer curtains.

14. Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa
3.0 star property
Sorrento Valley
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,020 reviews)
"an excellent hotel for a reasonable price"
United States
Igor
$119 nightly
The price is $137
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa
A living room with a sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, a blue ottoman, a wooden chair with cushions, a built-in bookshelf, and a stone wall with a fireplace.

15. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
3.0 star property
Sorrento Valley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,737 reviews)
"Had a great stay!"
United States
Terrance
$135 nightly
The price is $155
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, overlooking a beach and ocean.

16. Bahia Resort Hotel

Bahia Resort Hotel
3.5 star property
Central Mission Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,493 reviews)
"Love the location, nice & clean room, helpful staff, beautiful hotel!"
United States
Michael Lynn
$193 nightly
The price is $222
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Total with taxes and fees
Bahia Resort Hotel
A modern building with a sloped roof and large windows, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.

17. Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina
3.0 star property
Point Loma
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,637 reviews)
"We have stayed here many times and always have a wonderful time. Great location, in the center of everything, views are amazing and the staff is excellent!"
United States
Rebecca
$148 nightly
The price is $170
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina
A reception desk with a wooden panel wall, a crescent-shaped logo, and a digital payment terminal.

18. Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area

Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area
3.5 star property
Point Loma
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (4,274 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
United States
Dharmeshkumar
$106 nightly
The price is $122
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Total with taxes and fees
Comfort Inn San Diego - SeaWorld Area
A room with two teal armchairs, a small round table with a lamp, and a large cityscape painting on the wall.

19. SureStay Hotel by Best Western Chula Vista San Diego Bay

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Chula Vista San Diego Bay
3.0 star property
Chula Vista
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2,003 reviews)
"A good hotel, with a good location at a very good price, has a reasonable breakfast."
Brazil
Sergio
$77 nightly
The price is $84
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Chula Vista San Diego Bay
A resort with two-story buildings, balconies, and a pool area.

20. Humphreys Half Moon Inn

Humphreys Half Moon Inn
3.5 star property
Point Loma
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,152 reviews)
"Nice and brand new hotel, room was really clean, Staff were really nice to us."
United States
Yan
$174 nightly
The price is $200
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Total with taxes and fees
Humphreys Half Moon Inn
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Sheraton San Diego Resort

Sheraton San Diego Resort

1380 Harbor Island Dr San Diego CA
$160 nightly
The price is $184 total per night from Nov 22 to Nov 23
$184 total
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
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Top El Cajon Hotel Reviews

Ocean Beach Hotel

Ocean Beach Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Hotel was excellent, loved deck facing the ocean, perfect place to eat takeout! Property felt safe and secure. It is directly on the take off path from San Diego international airport so frequent over head flights, However the flights stopped after 11pm so it wasn't hard to sleep."
Paul 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Ocean Beach Hotel
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

10/10 Excellent
"Nothing to add."
Lea 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

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Three Star Hotel Guide for El Cajon

There’s a reason the top 3 star hotels in El Cajon, 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 El Cajon, 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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Expedia customers wanting a pleasant and affordable El Cajon stay often choose Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon. This 3-star hotel, around 0.1 mi north of the center, offers an electric car charging station and a pillowtop mattress. Want another top tip? Situated 2 mi northeast of downtown and featuring a swimming pool and pool sun loungers, Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East is also a preferred choice among guests.
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