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Travelodge by Wyndham El Cajon

2.0 star property
Motel in El Cajon with free parking

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Exterior
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Fitness facility
Property amenity
Lobby
Travelodge by Wyndham El Cajon combines comfort with practical amenities. Guests can use in-room WiFi to stay connected and enjoy free self-parking. The 24-hour front desk ensures assistance is always available for travelers.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Showing 6 of 6 rooms

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Fitness facility

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility/Hearing/Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Fitness facility

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Fitness facility

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Fitness facility

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Fitness facility

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

Fitness facility

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in El Cajon, Travelodge by Wyndham El Cajon is near a metro station. Olaf Wieghorst Museum and Western Heritage Center and The Magnolia are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include San Diego Voice & Viewpoint and Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala. Check out an event or a game at Snapdragon Stadium, and consider making time for San Diego Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Break out the clubs and hit the links with a golf course nearby, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails.
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425 West Main St, El Cajon, CA, 92020

What's nearby

  • The Magnolia - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Superior Court East County Division - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Parkway Plaza - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Grossmont College - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • San Diego State University - 10 min drive - 8.6 miles

Getting around

  • El Cajon Transit Center Station - 14 min walk
  • Old Town Transit Center - 17 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Testo Pepesto Italian Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Travelodge by Wyndham El Cajon

Motel near San Diego State University
Travelodge by Wyndham El Cajon provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • A 24-hour front desk and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Travelodge by Wyndham El Cajon feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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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
  • Limited onsite parking

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 50.00 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 16 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

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 50 per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 50.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (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, 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; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham)
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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Frequently asked questions

Is Travelodge by Wyndham El Cajon pet-friendly?

Yes, Travelodge by Wyndham El Cajon allows pets (limit 1 total). There's a deposit of USD 50.00 per stay and a fee of USD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Travelodge by Wyndham El Cajon?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Travelodge by Wyndham El Cajon?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Travelodge by Wyndham El Cajon?

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

Where is Travelodge by Wyndham El Cajon located?

Situated in El Cajon, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Olaf Wieghorst Museum and Western Heritage Center, The Magnolia, and Superior Court East County Division. Parkway Plaza and Boomers El Cajon are also within 2 mi (3 km). El Cajon Transit Center Station is 14 minutes by foot and Arnele Avenue Station is 23 minutes.

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Reviews

Travelodge by Wyndham El Cajon Reviews

6.4

6.8

Cleanliness

6.0

Location

7.2

Staff & service

6.4

Eco-friendliness

6.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 393 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 89 out of 393 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 393 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 393 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 75 out of 393 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

LaQuinta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Air Conditioner was great ,Staff Fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, parking is spacious. Nice clean rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Selena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room. Great staff. Air conditioning worked. Had a mount for hair dryer wasn't there. Need to ask front desk, they will give you one. Return during check out. Golden Corral across the street, Jack Box and Shell on the same side as lodge. Everyone very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ted

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Service was amazing, Beds were a little hard bit overall it was exactly what we needed , did wish they had breakfast options!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Selau

location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not so quit here noisy guests until late hours. Staff is helpful and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

DeAnna

Disliked: Amenities
The area was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Lydia

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenience
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The service was excellent. The room was clean except for the floor. black socks after walking around for a few minutes.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

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

Will return

Check in was by far the easiest and most pleasant out of ANY other check in at any other establishment I’ve experienced, period.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Alberto

A lot of homeless around
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Javetta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was great especially the front desk lady
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jessica

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Horrible location and parking. Screaming and banging on doors was going on all throughout the night.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Last resort

Older hotel rooms pretty clean but has odor from ac unit. Had to spray with disinfectant. Beds ok but didn't like the sticky floor. I would not stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

AKMAL

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was very dirty. The bed sheets had hair in them, and the bathroom was filthy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Samaje

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Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Raul

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I asked for a non smoking room and got one that reeked of cigarettes not to mention there were roaches EVERYWHERE
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Alberto

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The bathroom was clogged and the shower drain was clogged as well ! Not up to date tv and in general room smelled like cigarettes smoke
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

MandynEric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

MICHAEL

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not clean and doesn't feel safe.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Felix

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were very nice at the front desk
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Junior

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff friendly very. Welcoming
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location centrally located. Near shopping apparel and groceries. Cute shops and late night cocktails
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This motel is great easy to get to from the trolley. It's on a well lite road and the room has lots of lights.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

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