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Our top choices for East County 3-star hotels

A hotel with a covered patio area featuring outdoor seating and a fire pit.
A hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and a sign that reads "AYRES."
A restaurant with a wooden interior, granite countertops, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a barbecue grill, and a sign for 'AYRES LODGE'.

1. Ayres Lodge Alpine

Ayres Lodge Alpine
Alpine
United States
Walter
₩149,887
₩162,181 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Ayres Lodge Alpine
A modern restaurant with a bar area, dining tables, and chairs.
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a window with curtains.
A Courtyard Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a parking area.
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a pergola overhead, and a view of the street and buildings in the background.

2. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon
Downtown El Cajon
United States
Erin
₩229,203
₩252,570 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon
Room
A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a parking lot and palm trees.
A coffee station with two coffee machines and a display of coffee products.
A compact kitchen with a black refrigerator, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a dishwasher.

3. Holiday Inn Express La Mesa Near SDSU by IHG

Holiday Inn Express La Mesa Near SDSU by IHG
San Diego
United States
Jordan
₩221,444
₩244,020 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Holiday Inn Express La Mesa Near SDSU by IHG
A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a heater, and a window with curtains.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a painting on the wall.
A bathroom with a white marble tub, a shower with a curved glass door, a white sink, and a painting on the wall.
A compact living space with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a small table, a sofa, and a window with curtains.

4. Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East

Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East
El Cajon
United States
nathan
₩97,000
₩106,700 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East
A garden with a gazebo, pathways, and a mountain in the background.
A garden with a gazebo, a pond, and various plants.
A building with a tiled roof, brick walls, and arched doorways. There are large planters and a palm tree in the foreground.
A cozy wooden room with a large bed, a small table, and a chair.

5. Vineyard Hacienda

Vineyard Hacienda
Jamul
Canada
Michele
₩225,345
₩243,367 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Vineyard Hacienda
Interior
A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view through large windows.
A spacious living area with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a TV. There is a kitchen in the background with cabinets and a dining area.
A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a dreamcatcher, a crib, and a window with curtains.

6. La Mesa Townhome: 15 Mi to San Diego!

La Mesa Townhome: 15 Mi to San Diego!
La Mesa
La Mesa Townhome: 15 Mi to San Diego!
An outdoor patio with a round table, chairs, a grill, and a thatched umbrella.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in washing machine, and a refrigerator.
A two-story house with a covered porch, a garage, and a driveway.
A spacious living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a piano in the background.

7. Quaint La Mesa Home With Beautiful Sunsets!

Quaint La Mesa Home With Beautiful Sunsets!
La Mesa
Quaint La Mesa Home With Beautiful Sunsets!
A kitchen with a double sink, granite countertop, potted plants, and a window overlooking a backyard.
A residential house with a garage, a driveway, and a well-maintained lawn with palm trees.
A covered patio area with a table and chairs, a bench, and a sofa.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, stove, and a refrigerator. There is a dining area with a table and chairs.

8. Peaceful El Cajon Vacation Rental w/ Patio & Yard!

Peaceful El Cajon Vacation Rental w/ Patio & Yard!
El Cajon
Peaceful El Cajon Vacation Rental w/ Patio & Yard!
A room with a grand piano, a large window with a view, and a cozy seating area with a fireplace.
A serene indoor garden with a Buddha statue, hanging decorations, and potted plants.
A well-lit building with a wooden facade, surrounded by potted plants and a paved pathway leading to the entrance.
A spacious living room with a leather sofa, a glass coffee table, and a grand piano. Large windows offer a view of the cityscape.

9. Colorful El Cajon Gem: Deck, Garden & Valley Views

Colorful El Cajon Gem: Deck, Garden & Valley Views
Mount Helix
Colorful El Cajon Gem: Deck, Garden & Valley Views
A nighttime view of a house with a swimming pool, surrounded by palm trees and a wooden fence.
A spacious living area with a dining table, chairs, a sofa, and a TV.
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, and a nightstand with a lamp.
A balcony with a view of a cityscape, a palm tree, and a pool.

10. Charming Spring Valley Retreat w/ Private Pool!

Charming Spring Valley Retreat w/ Private Pool!
Spring Valley
Charming Spring Valley Retreat w/ Private Pool!
A spacious living room with a large sectional sofa, a fireplace, and a wooden door.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a granite countertop.
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a bookshelf.
A modern living room with a large grey sectional sofa, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a wooden entertainment unit below.

11. Spacious El Cajon Villa - 14 Mi to Downtown!

Spacious El Cajon Villa - 14 Mi to Downtown!
Mount Helix
Spacious El Cajon Villa - 14 Mi to Downtown!
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, wooden cabinets, granite countertops, and pendant lighting.
A covered patio with stone flooring, a picnic table, and two chairs.
A spacious kitchen with modern appliances, a dining area with a table set for four, and a large wooden cabinet.
A spacious living room with hardwood flooring, a ceiling fan, a flat-screen TV, and a large window.

12. Spring Valley Family Home: 13 Mi to San Diego!

Spring Valley Family Home: 13 Mi to San Diego!
Spring Valley
Spring Valley Family Home: 13 Mi to San Diego!
A spacious living room with a white sofa, colorful rug, and a ceiling fan.
A modern kitchen with a central island, white cabinetry, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A modern kitchen with a glass dining table, teal chairs, and a fruit basket.
A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, large windows, and a view of a swimming pool.

13. Luxe El Cajon Oasis w/ Pool, Fire Pit & Pavilion

Luxe El Cajon Oasis w/ Pool, Fire Pit & Pavilion
Mount Helix
Luxe El Cajon Oasis w/ Pool, Fire Pit & Pavilion
A modern room with a glass door, a ceiling fan, a bar area with stools, and a patterned wall.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets and a white refrigerator.
A fenced backyard with a swimming pool and a wooden fence.
A house with a gated entrance, a small garden with a palm tree, and a metal gate with decorative patterns.

14. El Cajon Oasis w/ Backyard 17 Mi to Dtwn San Diego

El Cajon Oasis w/ Backyard 17 Mi to Dtwn San Diego
El Cajon
El Cajon Oasis w/ Backyard 17 Mi to Dtwn San Diego
An outdoor kitchen area with a grill, a refrigerator, and a trash can.
A bedroom with a wooden dresser, a bed with a red bedspread, a mirror, and a door leading to a hallway.
A dining area with a round table and chairs, a glass cabinet with dishes, and wooden cabinets with decorative items.
A living room with a grey sofa, a TV, a cabinet, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

15. Home in San Diego Area w/ Outdoor Entertainment!

Home in San Diego Area w/ Outdoor Entertainment!
Spring Valley
Home in San Diego Area w/ Outdoor Entertainment!
A hot tub under a pergola with a patio area, outdoor seating, and a view of a hillside.
A sectional sofa with a built-in console table, a wooden accent wall, and a skylight.
A modern kitchen with dark cabinets and a microwave, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a fireplace with a mantel.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, dark cabinets, and a tiled floor.

16. Fireplace, Hot Tub, Patio & Bbq: San Diego Home

Fireplace, Hot Tub, Patio & Bbq: San Diego Home
Spring Valley
Fireplace, Hot Tub, Patio & Bbq: San Diego Home
Interior
Interior
Interior
Interior

17. Spacious El Cajon Home - Day Trip to San Diego!

Spacious El Cajon Home - Day Trip to San Diego!
Fletcher Hills
Spacious El Cajon Home - Day Trip to San Diego!
A spacious living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A swimming pool with a tiled edge, a patio area with chairs, and a house in the background.
A living room with leather sofas, a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, and a dining table.
A residential house with a well-maintained lawn, a driveway, and a garage.

18. Spacious Getaway w/ Pool in La Mesa!

Spacious Getaway w/ Pool in La Mesa!
Casa de Oro-Mount Helix
Spacious Getaway w/ Pool in La Mesa!
A courtyard with outdoor seating, a potted plant, and a wooden door.
A single-story house with a tiled roof, a front porch, and a well-maintained lawn.
A single-story house with a tiled roof, a front porch, and a well-maintained lawn.
A bedroom with a dark wooden bed, white bedding, a bedside lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with blinds.

19. Walk to La Mesa Village: Apt w/ Private Patio

Walk to La Mesa Village: Apt w/ Private Patio
La Mesa
Walk to La Mesa Village: Apt w/ Private Patio
Room
Living area
Private kitchen
Room

20. Lakeside House

Lakeside House
Lakeside
United States
Anonymous traveler
Lakeside House
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Sycuan Casino Resort

Sycuan Casino Resort

5469 Casino Way El Cajon CA
₩117,797
₩145,825 total
Oct 15 - Oct 16
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,171 reviews)
Sycuan Casino Resort
Jamul Casino Resort

Jamul Casino Resort

14145 Campo Road Jamul CA
₩255,904
₩282,134 total
Oct 1 - Oct 2
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (15 reviews)
Jamul Casino Resort
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Top East County Hotel Reviews

Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East

Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East

10/10 Excellent
"It’s Always a pleasure to stay here"
Chris 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East
Ayres Lodge Alpine

Ayres Lodge Alpine

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room comfortable beds. Choice of hot and cold breakfast"
daniel 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Ayres Lodge Alpine
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

10/10 Excellent
"My family and I had a pleasant stay at this property. The staff were so friendly and helpful, the food was delicious, and the property was clean, quiet and in a great location with stores and fun things to do in walking distance."
Christina 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in East County?
Travelers in search of a pleasant and affordable East County property often select Singing Hills Golf Resort. This 3-star hotel, roughly 6 kilometers south of the center, comes with pool sun loungers and a swimming pool. Want another hot tip? Located 10 kilometers west of downtown and featuring a swimming pool and pool sun loungers, Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East is another preferred choice among guests.
How much does it cost to stay in a 3-star hotel in East County?
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in East County?
The biggest difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in East County will be the standard of service and access to creature comforts. Three-star hotels are usually more wallet-friendly and include the services and amenities required to be comfy, such as breakfast, WiFi and a gym. You can look forward to a little more at a 4-star hotel — think upmarket interiors, deluxe toiletries and extra touches like on-site spa centers.

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