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Top East County Hotel Reviews

Heritage Inn La Mesa

Heritage Inn La Mesa

10/10 Excellent
"Safe, quiet and secure!"
Roy 2-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Heritage Inn La Mesa
Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego

Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego

8/10 Good
"Stay there several times and it's been a good experience every time the only thing I didn't like on this trip was that the air conditioning was off in the lobby and it was super hot and the only room they had available to us before check-in time was right next to the breakfast room so there was a lot of crowd noise in the morning but other than that it was a great Hotel we love staying there when we're in town the rooms are clean and nice the air works great everything's nice and clean"
Holly 1-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego
Rodeway Inn Lemon Grove San Diego East

Rodeway Inn Lemon Grove San Diego East

8/10 Good
"Ya dan mucho en regresar el depósito no me a llegado"
Norberto 1-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Rodeway Inn Lemon Grove San Diego East
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego-East/El Cajon

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego-East/El Cajon

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was clean and staff was very helpful"
Salvador 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego-East/El Cajon
Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East

Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East

10/10 Excellent
"One of the best places currently i’ve stayed at hands down top choice if and when i look for somewhere to stay in El Cajon!!"
Zenia 2-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East

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East County Hotel Guide

You might not be spoiled for choice when it comes to accommodation offerings in the middle of East County, but you'll find a considerable number just outside of town. Take your pick of 12 establishments within 6 miles of the center.

The Sycuan Golf Resort is one of the hotels that vacationers typically stay at if they're hoping to base themselves as close as possible to the downtown area.

El Cajon is a neighborhood that lies 2 miles from the center of East County, and has the biggest range of East County Expedia-listed accommodations. Establishments in El Cajon are the Relax Inn And Suites and Best Western Courtesy Inn.

The team at Expedia appreciate that travelers have differing requirements and budgets. If you're seeking accommodation at the more affordable end of the range, East County boasts some nice options to choose from. A couple of good options are the Best Western Santee Lodge and the Motel 6 La Mesa CA. Two more hotels in the cheaper range are the Americas Best Value Inn and the Econo Lodge Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego East.

If you're still searching, you might want to consider looking into the Rancho Bernardo Inn San Diego - A Golf and Spa Resort and the Residence Inn San Diego Rancho Bernardo/Scripps Poway, these accommodations are 20 miles and 18 miles from the heart of East County. 19 miles out of town stands the Staybridge Suites San Diego Rancho Bernardo Area. The Residence Inn by Marriott Rancho Bernardo Carmel Mntn Ranch is also near, 18 miles away.

Attractions and Hotels Near East County

If you have time, you could travel further in the Southern California region. Spend time at Southern California's art galleries, open-air exhibits and street art. Those who love the great outdoors could also take the time to admire its beaches and mountains. in this part of United States of America, you can also get involved in activities like cycling.

San Diego County is 18 miles to the west of East County, and is where you'll find the Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala and the Living Coast Discovery Center. If you'd like to visit San Diego County, check out the Hotel del Coronado and Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa. Or, stay in Santa Ysabel, 20 miles to the northeast of East County, where you can pick from the Apple Tree Inn and San Diego Spiritual Retreat Center. While visiting Santa Ysabel, you might like to visit the Smith Ranch and the Julian Pioneer Museum.

How to Get to East County

If you decide to fly into East County, General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport is a practical option. It is 18 miles away. The Marriott Hotel Tijuana is a nearby hotel.

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