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Mainstay Suites El Centro I-8

2.5 star property
Hotel in El Centro with free breakfast and a fitness center

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Living Room with Sofa Bed) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace
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Exterior
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Living Room with Sofa Bed) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly

Room options

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Living Room with Sofa Bed) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Living Room with Sofa Bed)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Living Room with Sofa Bed) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Living Room with Sofa Bed)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Kitchen, Roll-In Shower) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Kitchen, Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
2354 South Fourth Street, El Centro, CA, 92243

What's nearby

  • El Centro Chamber of Commerce - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • El Centro Regional Medical Center - 2 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Imperial Valley Mall - 2 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Imperial Valley Expo - 9 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Mexicali Border Port I - 17 min drive - 13.0 miles

Getting around

  • El Centro, CA (IPL-Imperial County) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Hamburger Stand The Original - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Las Conchitas Bakery - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Mainstay Suites El Centro I-8

Property highlights
At Mainstay Suites El Centro I-8, you can look forward to free to-go breakfast, a terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the steam room. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a bar and a gym.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, a vending machine, and smoke-free premises
  • A gift shop, a banquet hall, and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All 52 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and separate dining areas

Languages

English, Hindi, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 4:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business center

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2000
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 60 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 100 per pet, per stay
  • 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
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 Commitment to Clean (Choice)

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Mainstay Suites El Centro I-8 Hotel
Mainstay Suites Centro I8
Mainstay Suites El Centro I 8
Mainstay Suites El Centro I 8
Mainstay Suites El Centro I-8 Hotel
Mainstay Suites El Centro I-8 El Centro
Mainstay Suites El Centro I-8 Hotel El Centro

Frequently asked questions

Does Mainstay Suites El Centro I-8 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Mainstay Suites El Centro I-8 pet-friendly?

Yes, Mainstay Suites El Centro I-8 allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 60 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 100 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Mainstay Suites El Centro I-8?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Mainstay Suites El Centro I-8?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 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 Mainstay Suites El Centro I-8?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Mainstay Suites El Centro I-8 located?

Situated in El Centro, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Broken Spoke Country Club, Bucklin Park, and El Centro Chamber of Commerce. El Centro Regional Medical Center and Imperial Valley Mall are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Mainstay Suites El Centro I-8 Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 97 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Silvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Clifford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property is good and the staff was friendly, especially in the Bar!! The only complaint, the breakfast was horrible!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

kanealii

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

6/10 Okay

Fernando

Liked: Staff & service
We were traveling with a toddler, and were not aware that there was an adult bar attached to the hotel. Once we arrived we had to check in at the hotel that was next to the one we were staying in. We stayed in Mainstay and had to check in at Comfort Suites. I’m not sure if the lobby that used to be at Mainstay was the new “bar” or if the property was built in with no lobby. We were able to hear loud music from the first floor where we were accommodated. The lady who checked us in was very nice and even asked if wanted to be relocated but we were very tired since we had been traveling all day we decided to keep the room. It would’ve been nice to know that there was an adult bar located in the hotel, I saw that the hotel had average reviews and did not read all the reviews that mentioned the adult bar.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

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

Great night sleep

We enjoy staying here, friendly staff, clean rooms, comfortable beds, convenient location and very affordable
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

eugene

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

El Centro stay

Great stay. The location was clean and well stocked. The staff was great and i really enjoyed the room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable with easy access.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Darlene

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The lobby & staff are across the parking lot at a different hotel called comfort inn that is also where the pool is located. There is a public bar at the entrance of the mainstay hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Rosalba

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Smells like old place but it was ok for 1 day stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian

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

Great stay

I arrived kind of late last night. I was greeted by Arline at the front desk. She was very friendly took care of me within minutes I was in my room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian

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

Great experience!

Young lady at the front desk was very friendly, the moment I walked in the lobby she stood up and greeted me. Check in was quick and easy.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, considering its older. We had a two bedroom. I was spacious. Staff was nice and breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was very happy with the comfort of the property. There was a full size refrigerator in the room, and cooking facilities. For a one night stopover it was great. The area around the hotel is a bit desolate, but if you just need a night’s rest, it’s great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

8/10 Good

Lorena

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, but the rooms smell poorly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked full kitchen. I would like better breakfast.

8/10 Good

Jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was very pleased
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

4/10 Poor

BRIAN

Liked: Staff & service
Super noisy. Music bumping the entire night from the the bar downstairs. Smelled like cigarettes
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Gabriela

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

Too noisy

The suite was very spacious but they put me on the 2nd floor, above the bar/lounge!! The music was so loud and disturbing.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

4/10 Poor

Scott

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was run down. Upkeep is lacking. But it was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

nancy

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

El Centro hotel stay.

The room/suite was huge and had a kitchenette with full sized fridge. It was clean enough for us. The balcony was horrible... bird and dog poop.. plus just filthy with spider webs and dirt. The pool was clean. The buffet breakfast was awesome. Best part was LISA at the front desk who was super sweet, kind and helpful. Also we requesyed more towels and they brought right away. Oh... the room a/c was very good... esp important since days were in the 100's.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Michael

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was in a different hotel across the street. Bedding was not in the room for sofa bed. Building was in desperate need of a makeover. Generally did not look clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Ericka

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Everyone at Mainstay is very nice and pleasant. But the property serves a purpose - my stay wasn't bad but comfort could be improved. The property is older and you can tell, which many may not have issue with. When it came to water pressure in the shower, the sink faucets were too short for the sink, items not working (lamps, fans), these things were lacking. Bedding was comfortable, air conditioner worked great (though noisy but I'll take working well in the high heat over noise), good wifi access, nice breakfast, and tv choice. I did see a roach in the hall but no other pests or something 'gross'. I never felt unsafe as there are cameras everywhere, and there are several security features on the door (it beeps if open too long). I will note that for the time I was there, the two buildings were all male construction crews and I was the only female guest that I saw. Again never felt unsafe but could be unnerving for some people.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

elsie

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Horrible experience!! Our phone did not work . No iron nor blow dryer in the room. The ice machine was broken. We got locked out of our room the second night we were there. The clerk deactivated our room keys and only checked us in for one night instead of two!! We were Inconvenienced To have to go to the front desk not once but twice to get our room keys to work!! What a joke!! I do NOT RECOMMEND this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and great customer service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025