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Best Western John Jay Inn

2.5 star property
Travelers relax by the warm lobby fireplace or unwind on poolside loungers at this retreat where comfort meets convenience for the perfect day ahead

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (with Sofabed) | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, bed sheets - Best Western John Jay Inn (Calexico)
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, bed sheets - Best Western John Jay Inn (Calexico)
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (with Sofabed) | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, bed sheets - Best Western John Jay Inn (Calexico)
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Outdoor pool, sun loungers - Best Western John Jay Inn (Calexico)
The Best Western John Jay Inn offers a retreat with a welcoming fireplace and rejuvenating spa tub. Guests enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool with sun loungers, and a gym. The staff consistently earns praise for their helpfulness.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, bed sheets

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (with Sofabed) | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, bed sheets

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (with Sofabed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed) | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, bed sheets

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Walk-in Shower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, High Speed Internet Access, Microwave and Refrigerator, Coffee Maker, Iron and Ironing Board, Hairdryer

  • Sleeps 2

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Pet Friendly Room, Microwave and Refrigerator, High Speed Internet Access, Coffee Maker, Iron and Ironing Board

  • Sleeps 2

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Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

King Room With Mobility Accessible Roll-in Shower-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Queen Room With Mobility Accessible Roll-in Shower-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, High Speed Internet Access, Microwave and Refrigerator, Coffee Maker, Iron and Ironing Board, Hairdryer

  • Sleeps 4

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Pet Friendly Room, Microwave and Refrigerator, High Speed Internet Access, Coffee Maker, Iron and Ironing Board

  • Sleeps 4

2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible Room, Walk-in Shower, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

King Suite with Sofabed and Wetbar

  • Sleeps 4

King Suite Balcony Wetbar and Fireplace and Sofabed

  • Sleeps 4

King Room-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Calexico is home to Best Western John Jay Inn. Sol Children's Museum and Cinemark Imperial Valley Mall 14 are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit House of Culture and State Center for the Arts (CEART). Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Palenque Fex or Eagles Nest Stadium. Visit our Calexico travel guide
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2421 Scaroni Rd, Calexico, CA, 92231

What's nearby

  • San Diego State University Imperial Valley Campus
    4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Rockwood Plaza
    4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Gran Plaza Outlets
    5 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Calexico Community Center
    5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • International Border Line Mexico-USA
    15 min drive - 9.8 miles

Getting around

  • El Centro, CA (IPL-Imperial County)
    27 min drive

Restaurants

  • Taco Bell
    11 min walk
  • Starbucks
    3 min drive
  • Circle K
    2 min drive
  • Taco Bell
    3 min drive
  • Jack in the Box
    4 min drive

About this property

Best Western John Jay Inn

Property highlights
Free continental breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a fireplace in the lobby are just a few of the amenities provided at Best Western John Jay Inn. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to a gym and a business center, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • RV/bus/truck parking, express check-out, and express check-in
  • A TV in the lobby, an elevator, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 58 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 42-inch TVs with streaming services and premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available on weekdays 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1998
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch TV with premium cable channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 13 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 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)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

We should mention

Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub, while guests under 17 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, and hot tub with adult supervision

Property is also known as

Best Western John Jay Calexico
Best Western John Jay Inn Calexico
Best Western John Jay Calexico
Best Western John Jay Inn Hotel
Best Western John Jay Inn Calexico
Best Western John Jay Inn Hotel Calexico

Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western John Jay Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Best Western John Jay Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western John Jay Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Best Western John Jay Inn?

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

Where is Best Western John Jay Inn located?

Situated in Calexico, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of San Diego State University Imperial Valley Campus, Rockwood Plaza, and Calexico Community Center. Mexicali Border Port I and Gran Plaza Outlets are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Best Western John Jay Inn Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 432 out of 898 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 255 out of 898 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 110 out of 898 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 898 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 51 out of 898 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet and comfortable room, great location for me and my travels. Restaurant and shopping very close by easy access and close to border crossing
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Guillermo

Liked: Cleanliness
Very good service.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Luis and Gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Raquel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very happy with the room clean and staff was great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Beatriz

The receptionist was amazing the pet friendly was awsom lots of parking and the breakfast needs a little better quality food and more hygiene stuff in the rooms other then that i will be staying again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alejandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
safe parking, clean room, friendly staff, and good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, no issues at all !
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Sandy Jasmin

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Worst night ever bed is not uncomfortable also the pillow and are real small pillows
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Raquel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, staff is very friendly, safe area and parking is accessible. Second time here and will surely recommend. Affordable price too.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very clean staff was very help outstanding customer service as well as cleaning staff complementary breakfast was delicious. Was clean pool family friendly Thank you for outstanding customer service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
for the price the hotel is good. the breakfast was good and had choices to pick from.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Berta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and helpful. We always stay here when we’re in Calexico
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Raquel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service, very clean and quiet. Coffee was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice little hotel with all amenities... refrigerator, microwave, coffeemaker, coffee/tea, toiletries... nicely appointed, very clean, and comfortable bed. The staff were very friendly as well.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mayra

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and comfy
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

NOEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and good service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ivette

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and quiet! The staff members are GREAT !
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

manuel

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quick check in, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in Calexico, very clean, beds are the best, staff is verynice and helpful, parking is clean, safe and overal great stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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8/10 Good

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Been here several times, pet friendly
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10/10 Excellent

Ronny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A very up to date property, with limited food services in the area..it was a good place for an overnight and pool looked good but had no time
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was great the staff very friendly especially the one in the front desk when we checked in
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
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8/10 Good

Maritza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find and clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Ted

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service from Jeanette!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025