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Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

2.0 star property
Motel in El Cajon with a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool

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Motel 6 El Cajon, in the heart of the city, offers a welcoming base for San Diego visitors. Guests can cool off in the outdoor pool, grab a snack, or connect with in-room WiFi. The helpful staff consistently earns positive reviews from travelers.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
550 Montrose Court, I-8 at Magnolia Avenue Southbound, El Cajon, CA, 92020

What's nearby

  • Superior Court East County Division - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Parkway Plaza - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • The Magnolia - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Grossmont College - 6 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • San Diego State University - 11 min drive - 9.5 miles

Getting around

  • Old Town Transit Center - 18 min drive
  • Arnele Avenue Station - 20 min walk
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Five Guys - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Food Court - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

Motel in the city center
Consider a stay at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego and take advantage of a garden, laundry facilities, and a snack bar/deli. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • A vending machine, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff
  • Outdoor furniture and ATM/banking services
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 182 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and soap
  • 40-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and phones

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • 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

  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (42 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 20
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 20

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 65 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, per adult, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)

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 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, mobile payments, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6)

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, and guests under 17 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool with adult supervision

Property is also known as

6 San Diego El Cajon
Motel 6 El Cajon San Diego
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El Cajon Motel Six
Motel 6 El Cajon
Motel 6 San Diego - El Cajon Hotel El Cajon
Motel Six El Cajon
El Cajon Motel 6
Motel 6 San Diego El Cajon
6 El Cajon, Ca Diego El Cajon
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Frequently asked questions

Does Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–9:00 PM.

Is Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego pet-friendly?

Yes, Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 65 lbs per pet.

How much is parking at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 20 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 20 (subject to availability).

Where is Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego located?

Located in the heart of El Cajon, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Olaf Wieghorst Museum and Western Heritage Center, Superior Court East County Division, and The Magnolia. Parkway Plaza and Boomers El Cajon are also within 1 mi (2 km). Arnele Avenue Station is 20 minutes by foot and El Cajon Transit Center Station is 25 minutes.

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Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 603 out of 1438 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 266 out of 1438 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 197 out of 1438 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 137 out of 1438 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 235 out of 1438 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Javier

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very safe security 24 hours a day
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

ALI

Disliked: Cleanliness
A lot homeless people staying there
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roderick

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

Great stay

Great stay all staff friendly and helpful . Room was more than I expected as far as cleanliness and comfort of the bed .
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The people that stay there was nice as well
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Alexander

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Horrible place to be near by!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaleel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Place has security , you can’t park inside without a parking pass so I don’t think you can have any visitors, non smoking room was clean but staff wasn’t too welcoming, great place if you need a spot for the night .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location is great, parking easily accessible, room clean and organized, and staff courteous and knowledgeable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Franck

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

Correct place to stay for one night.

Clean and confortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Isaac

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
NA
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Amenities
Clean kind friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

hiroshi

Disliked: Amenities
This was not hotel problem, but highway road construction was very noisy in the midnight.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Restaurant on property
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

James

Clean and neat
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The people there were very nice and accommodating. Good location. Many restaurants and shops nearby. Nothing fancy, but clean and economical.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great coffee in the mornings.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
reasonable price. appears to be relatively safe.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Linda

Liked: Staff & service
Little freezer unit needed defrosting. Thought I saw a bug on the floor the first of 2 nights; as a result I slept on top of sheets, not in them.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Jeffry

Too expensive for what it is and where it is
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Ronald

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Halfway housing for homeless and the less fortunate
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Reasonable pricing
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Andrew

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Got bitten by a dog the 2nd night and room was flooded with water because the fridge was not plugged in.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Looking for accommodation not right in San Diego and this was nice option.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Ilse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Ok for one night

Small room but clean, the bed was not comfortable at all. Ok for one night to sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The over all motel was a good stay, clean rooms helpful staff. It would be the people or surroundings room, neighbors that are the problem. The night of our stay a group gathered outside to drink and talk past 2am, Very loud and obnoxiously.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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