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Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near The Magnolia

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Premium Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds
Exterior
Lobby sitting area
40-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV
Exclusive Room | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds
Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites offers a perfect balance of relaxation and entertainment. Guests enjoy the outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and a convenient to-go breakfast. The multilingual staff consistently receives positive reviews from previous visitors.

Reviews

5.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Comfort Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
LED TV
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Double or Twin Room | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Comfort Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
LED TV
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Suite | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Family Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
LED TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
2 bedrooms
Pillowtop bed
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, 2 Bathrooms

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
LED TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
2 bedrooms
Pillowtop bed
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Executive Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
LED TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Exclusive Room | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Exclusive Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
LED TV
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Microwave | 2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Comfort Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Microwave

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
LED TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
2 bedrooms
Pillowtop bed
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 4 Queen Beds

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2 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Basic Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
LED TV
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

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1355 E Main St, El Cajon, CA, 92021

What's nearby

  • The Magnolia - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Shadow Mountain Community Church - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • San Diego State University - 13 min drive - 11.6 miles
  • Sycuan Casino - 15 min drive - 8.6 miles
  • San Diego Zoo - 22 min drive - 19.5 miles

Getting around

  • El Cajon Transit Center Station - 13 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 20 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Valley Foods Mediterranean Market - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites

Hotel near The Magnolia
Located close to Sycuan Casino, Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites provides free to-go breakfast. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • An elevator, ATM/banking services, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A vending machine, an off-leash area, and multilingual staff
Room features
All 52 individually furnished rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and air conditioning.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and pillowtop mattresses
  • Tubs or showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 40-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, microwaves, and limited housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per day, plus a deposit of USD 50 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
An off-leash area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 50 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Housekeeping fee: USD 10 every 3 days
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35.0 per day

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

Property is also known as

Rancho Diego & Suites El Cajon
Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites Hotel
Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites El Cajon
Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites Hotel El Cajon

Frequently asked questions

Does Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 50 per stay and a fee of USD 25 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites located?

Situated in El Cajon, this hotel is 2 mi (3.3 km) from The Magnolia and within 12 mi (20 km) of Sycuan Casino and Jamul Casino. Mission Trails Regional Park and San Diego State University are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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