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Your Descanso Vacation

Our Descanso vacation packages allow you to create your own adventure. Tailor your journey to your style and interests and make the most of your time in this interesting city. A trip to Descanso is an ideal opportunity to take in the sights. Check out popular attractions like Viejas Casino, Cleveland National Forest and Viejas Outlet Center. Expedia will help you escape your daily routine. Tailor your vacation to Descanso to suit your style of travel, whatever that may be!

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The Sofia Hotel

The Sofia Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Downtown San Diego
Price was $1,305, price is now $635 per person
$635
per person
Mar 19 - Mar 24
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Chicago (CHI) to San Diego (SAN)
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,627 reviews)
Clean room, nice area. Really close to most things we wanted to visit. Uber rides were pretty cheap since everything was close by!

Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
Mission Bay
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $1,127, price is now $700 per person
$700
per person
Mar 19 - Mar 24
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Chicago (CHI) to San Diego (SAN)
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,326 reviews)
Clean. Great location. Hidden treasure. Heated pools.

Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026

Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

4 out of 5
Downtown San Diego
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Price was $1,500, price is now $934 per person
$934
per person
Mar 19 - Mar 24
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Chicago (CHI) to San Diego (SAN)
9/10 Wonderful! (1,128 reviews)
The room was amazing and the staff was great! Especially Dylan H at the front desk

Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

3.5 out of 5
Lawrence Welk Resort Village
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Price was $1,074, price is now $669 per person
$669
per person
Mar 28 - Apr 2
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Chicago (CHI) to San Diego (SAN)
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,508 reviews)
The property was beautiful, well managed , great staff.

Reviewed on Jan 24, 2026

The Beau Downtown San Diego Gaslamp Quar

The Beau Downtown San Diego Gaslamp Quar

3 out of 5
Downtown San Diego
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Price was $1,219, price is now $775 per person
$775
per person
Mar 19 - Mar 24
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Chicago (CHI) to San Diego (SAN)
8.8/10 Excellent! (535 reviews)
Great room great people

Reviewed on Jan 16, 2026

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What to do in Descanso

Intro to Wild Clay/Earthenware Pottery Workshop

Intro to Wild Clay/Earthenware Pottery Workshop

$72
per adult
Intro to Wild Clay/Earthenware Pottery Workshop
Main Street in Julian

Pies & Pickaxes: A Historic Walking Tour of Julian, CA

$8
per adult
Pies & Pickaxes: A Historic Walking Tour of Julian, CA
Salem Puzzling Adventure

Julian Puzzling Adventure

$35
per traveler
Julian Puzzling Adventure
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Descanso Hotel Deals

Sycuan Casino Resort

Sycuan Casino Resort

4 out of 5
5469 Casino Way El Cajon CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$85 nightly
The price is $92 total per night from Jan 27 to Jan 28
$92 total
Jan 27 - Jan 28
Total with taxes and fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,686 reviews)
No bar, but room was excellent. Heat and air conditioning was working wonderful. Staff excellent service.

Reviewed on Jan 24, 2026

Sycuan Casino Resort
Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

2.5 out of 5
6474 El Cajon Blvd San Diego CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$152 nightly
The price is $171 total per night from Jan 27 to Jan 28
$171 total
Jan 27 - Jan 28
Total with taxes and fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,351 reviews)
Clean room. Nice staff

Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026

Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU
Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

2 out of 5
550 Montrose Court El Cajon CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$65 nightly
The price is $72 total per night from Feb 2 to Feb 3
$72 total
Feb 2 - Feb 3
Total with taxes and fees
7.2/10 Good! (1,506 reviews)
Clean room very friendly attentive housekeepers

Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego
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Descanso Essential Information

Language
English
Currency
U.S dollars
Population
1,400
Max Temp Winter
65ºF
Max Temp Summer
85ºF
Top Sights
Cuyamaca Rancho State Park, Lions, Tigers & Bears and Cuyamaca Meadow Nature Preserve

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Descanso vacation package cost?
You can pick up a vacation package to this top destination from $635 on Expedia. However, how much your vacation to Descanso costs will depend on your hotel choice, season and length of stay.
What are the cheapest months to go to Descanso?
You can usually find reduced prices and greater availability in September, October and December. Check out our cheap Descanso vacation packages and you could get some great off-season deals.
How many days is enough for Descanso?
The ideal length for your Descanso vacation depends on what you'd like to do. Typically, a few days to a week will give you time to go to all the main sights and discover some hidden treasures along the way.
How to find the best Descanso package deals?
Use Expedia's filters to find some great Descanso package deals. When you begin your search, just set your maximum budget and then sort the results by "Price: low to high." If you want to save, plan your trip for midweek, or search for Descanso package deals in the off-peak season. Play around with your travel dates and you may land even better discounts. As a rule of thumb, it's typically best to lock in your vacation package as soon as possible.
Is it cheaper to book a Descanso vacation as a package?
You can enjoy significant savings on your Descanso escape by booking a tailored vacation package. Check the "Package" heading, then enter your destination and travel dates to see some great hotel and flight prices. Bundle everything into a neat package and you can save hundreds of dollars. Consider adding a car rental and you may land a better deal.
When to book a vacation package to Descanso?
If you have your Descanso travel dates finalized, book as early as you can to snap up some awesome deals. With Expedia, you can often reserve some flights up to a year in advance. Prefer spontaneous trips? Our last-minute deals are great for setting off on a whim.
Does Expedia offer Book Now, Pay Later Descanso vacation packages?
Your Descanso getaway should be an escape from your busy life, not a source of money-related stress. So to give you extra flexibility, we've teamed up with online lender Affirm to offer our Book Now, Pay Later vacations. Pick one of our vacation packages with payment plans and spread the total cost over 3, 6 or 12 months. Plus, there aren't any hidden or late payment fees to worry about.

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