Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego

Hotel with free breakfast, near The Magnolia

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Dates

November 2025

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December 2025

Free daily buffet breakfast - Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego (El Cajon)

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace - Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego (El Cajon)

Located close to The Magnolia and Sportsplex USA Santee, Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego provides a free breakfast buffet, laundry facilities, and a gym. Free in-room WiFi and a business center are available to all guests.

Excellent

Popular amenities

Gym
Pool
Laundry
24/7 front desk

Room options

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Nov 2 - Nov 3

Tomorrow

Nov 3 - Nov 4

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Studio, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave (Wet bar)

Excellent

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Mini-fridge

LCD TV

Renovated in 2020

Sofa bed

Premium bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

453 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

50-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV, MP3 dock

Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Mini-fridge

LCD TV

Renovated in 2020

Sofa bed

Premium bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

340 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Mini-fridge

LCD TV

Renovated in 2020

Sofa bed

Premium bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

340 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

Wonderful

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Mini-fridge

LCD TV

Renovated in 2020

Sofa bed

Premium bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

340 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Mini-fridge

LCD TV

Renovated in 2020

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

Hair dryer

340 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

Wonderful

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Mini-fridge

LCD TV

Renovated in 2020

Sofa bed

Premium bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

380 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Mini-fridge

LCD TV

Renovated in 2020

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

Hair dryer

340 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Mini-fridge

LCD TV

Renovated in 2020

Sofa bed

Premium bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

482 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Excellent

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Mini-fridge

LCD TV

Renovated in 2020

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

Hair dryer

326 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Roll-in Shower)

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Mini-fridge

LCD TV

Renovated in 2020

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

Hair dryer

326 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Roll-in Shower)

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Mini-fridge

LCD TV

Renovated in 2020

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

Hair dryer

326 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

Good

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Mini-fridge

LCD TV

Renovated in 2020

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

Hair dryer

326 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

1025 N. Magnolia Avenue, El Cajon, CA, 92020

What's nearby

Parkway Plaza - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
The Magnolia - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
San Diego State University - 11 min drive - 9.8 miles
Viejas Arena - 11 min drive - 9.8 miles
Sycuan Casino - 17 min drive - 10.7 miles

Getting around

Arnele Avenue Station - 6 min drive
Old Town Transit Center - 18 min drive
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬7 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
‪Five Guys - ‬7 min walk
‪Food Court - ‬11 min walk
‪Dunkin' - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego

Hotel remodeled in 2020 and located near The Magnolia

Located close to Sportsplex USA Santee, Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego provides a free breakfast buffet, laundry facilities, and a gym. Free in-room WiFi and a business center are available to all guests.

Other perks at this hotel include:

An outdoor pool
Free self parking
A 24-hour front desk, smoke-free premises, and a vending machine
Meeting rooms, an elevator, and multilingual staff
Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff, and location

Room features

All 100 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.

Other amenities include:

Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
50-inch LCD TVs with streaming services and premium channels
Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and mini fridges

Similar properties

Pool
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning

$130 nightly

Nov 30 - Dec 1

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

Gym
Outdoor pool
TV in common areas

Family friendly

In-room microwave
Laundry facilities
Mini-fridge
Outdoor pool

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Safe at front desk
Vending machine

Guest services

Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (on request)
Multilingual staff

Business services

Business center
Computer station
Meeting room

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Phone accessibility kit
Stair-free path to entrance
Vibrating pillow alarm
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible gym
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

1 building
4 floors
Built in 2020
Renovated entire property - May 2020
Smoking not allowed
Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

Blackout drapes
Premium bedding

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Entertainment

50-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
MP3 dock
Streaming services

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Mini-fridge

More

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Desk
Free local calls
Heating (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Laptop-compatible safe
Phone
Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay), plus a deposit of USD 150 per stay

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs and cats only

2 total pets

Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

Pet deposit: USD 150 per stay
Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

Cashless transactions are available

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)

We should mention

Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Hampton & Suites Cajon Diego

Hampton Inn Suites El Cajon San Diego

Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego Hotel

Hampton Inn Suites by Hilton El Cajon San Diego

Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego El Cajon

Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego Hotel El Cajon

Frequently asked questions

Does Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–10:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego?

As of Nov 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego on Nov 23, 2025 start from $131.61, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a deposit of USD 150 per stay and a fee of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego located?

Situated in El Cajon, this hotel is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from The Magnolia and within 6 mi (10 km) of Sportsplex USA Santee and Santee Lakes. Singing Hills Country Club - Willow Glen Course and San Diego State University are also within 9 mi (15 km). Arnele Avenue Station is 23 minutes by foot.

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Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Oct 22, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Stayed for work. Nicely upgraded

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jillian

Aug 11, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

The staff was wonderful

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Apr 27, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overall the stay was good

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

ELBA

Nov 26, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We love staying here every time we visit family

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

michelle

May 12, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Excellent customer service provided by front office manager upon check in! I believe his name was Santiago. Very helpful and super polite. Rooms were clean and location was perfect. Lots of restaurant options in the area. In n out is also next door, perfect for a late night snack!

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Dec 14, 2024

Excellent experience! Would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Oct 30, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very clean and comfortable hotel

A very clean and comfortable hotel with a very friendly and helpful staff. I stayed there three times and I’m always impressed with the staff.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Melanie

Jan 6, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Staff was great

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Sep 30, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Excellent service and property. Very clean and already looking forward to my next stay.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Joshua

May 27, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The lady who worked at the front desk on Sunday night was absolutely amazing. She has two daughters who play softball and she shared some wonderful stories and also was very accommodating to our baseball teams. I wish I remembered her name but it was Sunday night May 25

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paulina

Sep 11, 2023

Pleasant stay

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Apr 30, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

It was very clean property and rooms awesome

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

May 13, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great place nice and clean

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Feb 17, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Very nice.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Sep 2, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Clean and cozy. My kids love the breakfast here.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Munna

Jan 16, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Jul 17, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Staff were professionally friendly, very clean place!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Aug 22, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

I loved how pet friendly this was, very clean, very quiet, very nice overall.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Michael

May 8, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities

It was uneventful

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Feb 12, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Staff was wonderful.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

DENESHA

Apr 4, 2023

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The hotel was clean and comfortable. The free breakfast selections and modern gym equipment were extras we really enjoyed.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Justin

Dec 4, 2024

Great

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

mitch

Sep 7, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

NICE PLACE, BED AND PILLOWS WERE GREAT

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Jan 30, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Had a suite for the week and really enjoyed my stay. Definitely plan to come back! Property was clean and well taken of and room and bed were very comfortable.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024