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Best Western Santee Lodge

2.5 star property
Hotel in Santee with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds
Exterior
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (with Sofabed) | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Outdoor pool
Reception
The Best Western Santee Lodge offers travelers a charming experience with its helpful staff and relaxing spa tub. Guests can grab a to-go breakfast before spending the day swimming in the outdoor pool or exploring the attractions that surround Santee.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (with Sofabed) | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (with Sofabed)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Microwave

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Microwave

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(50 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Santee is home to Best Western Santee Lodge. San Diego Voice & Viewpoint and Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Taylor Guitars and Boomers El Cajon. Computer Museum of America and The Water Conservation Garden are also worth visiting.
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10726 Woodside Ave, Santee, CA, 92071

What's nearby

  • Lakeside Baseball Park - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Sportsplex USA Santee - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Grossmont College - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Santee Lakes - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • San Diego State University - 14 min drive - 12.1 miles

Getting around

  • Santee Town Center Station - 8 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 20 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Full Circle Saloon - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Best Western Santee Lodge

Property highlights
At Best Western Santee Lodge, you can look forward to free to-go breakfast, conference space, and a hot tub. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A banquet hall and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Best Western Santee Lodge feature perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free internet access.
More amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 37-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 5:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Conference space

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 30.00
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 60.00
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 30 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 100 per stay), plus a deposit of USD 100 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 80 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 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 100.00 per stay
  • Breakage deposit: USD 100.00 per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 0.00 per stay (rates may vary)
  • Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 30 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 100 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 30.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 60.00 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 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 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; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Santee Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Best Western Santee Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, Best Western Santee Lodge allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 80 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of USD 100 per stay and a fee of USD 30 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Best Western Santee Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Santee Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 30.00 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Best Western Santee Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 60.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Best Western Santee Lodge located?

Situated in Santee, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Creation and Earth History Museum and San Diego Christian College. Sportsplex USA Santee and Taylor Guitars are also within 3 mi (5 km). Santee Town Center Station is 23 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Best Western Santee Lodge Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

7.6

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.8

Eco-friendliness

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 224 out of 562 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 167 out of 562 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 562 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 562 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 562 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JEFFREY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love staying here
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean & comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a last-minute booking for us, as the hotel is one of two close to our daughter's home and the original accommodations for our visit fell through. What a great find! The room was quite satisfactory, clean, well- maintained, convenient, and reasonably priced (considering the cost of hotels in the San Diego area). Staff were helpful, pleasant, and patient. We would stay again by choice should the opportunity arise.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Manny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very impressed how clean and what a friendly staff . Recommend and will stay again .
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daisy

Quite and peaceful environment and a very safe place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Scott

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Will not stay agian.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lesley

Comfortable, clean. A bit musty smell.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Braijon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed Monday-friday morning honestly a good experience i seen people complain about this place and only spent 1-2 days there a whole week at this place felt like home and i didn’t even wanna leave nice shopping center with a target about 5-8 minutes away depending on traffic and good food areas not to far away as well, will definitely be back
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Shannon

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff, clean room and close to restaurants, shopping and freeway.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Amy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly. Check in was a breeze and the continental breakfast was good - waffle iron, eggs, sausage, a variety of pastries and bagels, yogurt and cereal. A staff person was always at breakfast - refilling as necessary which was great. The pool is small but centrally located and the kids loved it. However, the property was a bit run down. The pillows and bedding had stains on them. The room smelled like steamed broccoli. We found two nickel sized live spiders in our room and a bat was outside the laundry room for 2 nights.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Jorge

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed cover with stains Floor super dirty, ruined my socks Other occupants were drinking, going in and out of rooms like if it was party house But the worst of all, BED BUGS! felt itchy every minute we stayed in. Never coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location and surrounding areas felt a little unsafe and noisy. Great location for what I needed. Excellent staff. Clean room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Eliza

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
My room had a smell and didty
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Diane C

Liked: Staff & service
We thought it was noisy from street traffic.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

JESUS

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Bad
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Ryan

N/A
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Morgan

Liked: Staff & service
There were a ton of gnats in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Martin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely disgusting. How this place is allowed to carry the Best Western name is a mystery. Pull the franchisee’s license NOW!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
WIFI wasn't working, which unfortunately was important for who I was booking this stay for. I'll be staying away from this location for my employees until proven differently...
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Robin

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

I have stayed here before.

This is the 3rd year I have stayed here since moving out of CA and only going back for visits. It's decent enough. Not outstanding and if you like a lot of luxury probably not for you but I find it to be OK to stay. Clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Blanca

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room had two queen mattress and the springs were shot on the sides, you had to sleep in the middle. Traffic noise. Staff and service were good. Continental breakfast was good, but surprised there was no cereal.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Fernando

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beds dirty bathroom was dirty floor was damage. Toilet, wasn’t sitting on the stall properly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

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