The Best Hotels Closest to Old Mission Dam in Santee for 2026

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An outdoor dining area with tables set for a formal event, featuring candelabras and neatly folded napkins.

A bar area with multiple seating arrangements, a counter with a bartender, and overhead televisions.

A lodge entrance with a wooden door and wrought iron gates, surrounded by potted plants and a paved walkway.

A golf course with a pond, a flag, and a building in the background.

1. Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3.1 km from Old Mission Dam

Donaciano

₩151,590

₩210,780 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

A spacious living room with a large arched window, a red sofa, a coffee table, and a chandelier.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a building with a white facade and a tree with lights.

A spacious living area with a red sofa, a coffee table with a fruit bowl, and a modern chandelier.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

2. Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

8.2 km from Old Mission Dam

Michelle

₩143,969

₩162,325 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A breakfast buffet area with a stone wall, a coffee station, and a fruit display.

A modern hotel lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large painting of a sunset.

A hotel lobby with leather armchairs, a sofa, and a reception desk.

An elevator area with stone walls and a potted plant.

3. Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

9.4 km from Old Mission Dam

Jeffrey

₩151,971

₩174,387 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel reception area with a cityscape mural, a 'No Smoking' sign, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

An outdoor balcony with a table and chairs, a large umbrella, and a view of trees and buildings.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a parking lot.

A neatly made bed with white linens, a wall-mounted painting of a sunset, and a bedside table with a phone.

4. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar

13.7 km from Old Mission Dam

Carolina

₩112,277

₩129,057 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern restaurant with a bar area, dining tables, and chairs.

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a textured wall and a reception desk with a built-in computer.

A Courtyard Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a parking area.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a window with curtains.

5. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

9 km from Old Mission Dam

Erin

₩207,449

₩228,598 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, framed pictures on the wall, a clock, and a seating area with a table and chairs.

A multi-story hotel with a central courtyard, featuring a red-tiled roof and a mix of balconies and windows.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

6. Pleasant Inn

12.2 km from Old Mission Dam

Daniel

₩106,033

₩121,670 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit, outdoor seating, string lights, and a tall, narrow heater.

A swimming pool with a visible water filtration system and a tiled edge.

A multi-level hotel lobby with dining areas, a reception desk, and a large TV screen.

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a lamp.

7. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

16 km from Old Mission Dam

Kunta

₩214,347

₩284,382 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, white chairs, and potted plants.

A conference room with tables, chairs, a projector, and a TV screen.

A modern hotel room with a brown sofa, a small white table, a black office chair, and two abstract paintings on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

8. Springhill Suites San Diego Mission Valley

11.6 km from Old Mission Dam

Jin Soo

₩202,939

₩233,268 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a red chair, and a view of the city.

A bar area with a sign reading 'Fireside Bar & Grill' and various colorful drinks on the counter.

A modern hotel lobby with a brick wall, a reception desk, a seating area, and a buffet table.

A hotel room with a desk, office chair, and a sofa with a throw pillow.

9. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

15.4 km from Old Mission Dam

Jane

₩203,006

₩233,345 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel entrance with a stone facade, a covered patio area, and a large glass door.

A multi-story hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance area with seating, and a parking lot.

A modern reception area with a counter, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a wall with a bird painting.

A kitchen counter with two stainless steel food warmers, a sign for 'CRACKED' with a magnifying glass, and a 'Today's Menu' board.

10. Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa

14.3 km from Old Mission Dam

Loan

₩141,698

₩162,875 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a stone facade, and a clear sky.

A hotel room with two beds, a window with blinds, a heater, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wooden wardrobe.

A modern living room with a wooden dining table, grey sofas, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A compact kitchenette with a refrigerator, microwave, sink, and wooden cabinets.

11. WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast

3.5 km from Old Mission Dam

Nathan

₩132,091

₩145,300 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a stone fire pit, and blue umbrellas.

A modern hotel lobby with a long seating area, a kitchen in the background, and a bar area with multiple tables and chairs.

A Hyatt House hotel entrance with a covered walkway, palm trees, and well-lit signage.

A spacious living area with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

12. HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa

15.4 km from Old Mission Dam

Melissa

₩192,132

₩220,846 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A spacious hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a coffee station, and a television.

A hotel with a covered entrance, palm trees, and a clear sky.

A snack aisle with shelves stocked with various treats like Doritos, Lay's, and Pringles.

A modern living room with a fireplace, patterned chairs, decorative vases, and a ceiling fan.

13. Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego-Poway

11.1 km from Old Mission Dam

Marjorie

₩180,324

₩205,379 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

An outdoor patio with a fire pit, seating, and a view of Fletcher Marketplace.

A modern hotel lobby with a central bar, seating areas, and a patterned carpet.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a large window offering a city view.

A multi-story hotel with a pool, parking lot, and a view of distant mountains.

14. Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego

8.2 km from Old Mission Dam

Erika

₩208,730

₩230,010 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An outdoor seating area with sofas, a fire pit, and umbrellas.

A modern interior with a central seating area, a kitchen in the background, and a dining area with a long table.

A hotel entrance with a clear sky, palm trees, and a sign reading "Homewood Suites."

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a bar, and a large window.

15. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Central

Scripps Ranch, 11 km from Old Mission Dam

Kitty

₩168,983

₩194,237 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with two beds, a large landscape painting above the beds, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A swimming pool with a blue tiled border, a white chair, and a door.

A modern living room with a sofa set, coffee table, and a potted plant.

A reception area with a wooden counter, framed pictures on the wall, and a view of the parking lot through the glass door.

16. Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego-East/El Cajon

9.6 km from Old Mission Dam

Christian

₩113,411

₩124,979 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A modern bar area with wooden ceiling beams, bar stools, and a long counter.

An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a fire feature.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

A multi-story hotel with a curved facade, balconies, and a central entrance with a glass door.

17. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central

9.4 km from Old Mission Dam

Marjorie

₩184,927

₩212,564 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A spacious lobby with leather sofas, a round coffee table with fruit, and a ceiling adorned with colorful hanging ornaments.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a nightstand with a lamp, and a vase of flowers.

A breakfast bar with a variety of fruits, a Hershey's chocolate bar, and a coffee machine.

A gym with treadmills, ellipticals, and weight machines.

18. Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego

8.2 km from Old Mission Dam

Amanda

₩191,091

₩210,200 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a television.

A spacious living area with a dining table, sofas, and a kitchen in the background.

A spacious outdoor patio with a long rectangular table, several chairs, and a built-in fire feature.

19. Best Western San Diego/Miramar Hotel

9.2 km from Old Mission Dam

Ashvath Nirmal

₩148,022

₩170,145 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a stone fire pit, string lights, and a pool area.

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, balconies, and a landscaped driveway.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a patterned carpet, and a seating area with a table and chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a sofa.

20. Sonesta ES Suites Carmel Mountain – San Diego

15.8 km from Old Mission Dam

Andrew

₩148,102

₩168,756 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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Compare popular hotels close to Old Mission Dam

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel	8.0 Very good 1,002 reviews	View
Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU	9.0 Wonderful 1,446 reviews	View
Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa	9.2 Wonderful 1,005 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar	8.0 Very good 1,560 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon	9.2 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View

Top Old Mission Dam Hotel Reviews

Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was amazing, except the pillows. Those were awful! Beautiful clean property. Clean rooms. Excellent staff."

Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego

8/10 Good

"Room, and the hotel public area, was very clean. Nights were quiet. We didn’t need to interact with the staff, except the lady who was taking care of the breakfast area. Food was very good, no shortage of anything. She was helpful and friendly. Kudos to all who made the breakfast area pleasant. The parking lot was challenging as it was also the line for the burger place adjacent to the hotel. Having said that, every person in that line moved/stayed in place, while we pulled into a parking spot. Parking in the back of the building was not an option for us, due to the homeless encampment adjacent."

Holiday Inn Express La Mesa Near SDSU by IHG

8/10 Good

"Pool was cold and dirty. Was promised room service twice but never showed up. Parking was $20 a night!!"

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley Stadium

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay"

Motel 6 La Mesa, CA - San Diego

8/10 Good

"Staff was so friendly and helpful. Rooms were ok, mattress was VERY firm and blanket/sheets/towels were rough... Paid a lot for just ok value… But stay was fine. AC worked well. Smelled a little funny. Parking was easy."

Best Western Santee Lodge

8/10 Good

"Just a nice place to sleep"

Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East

10/10 Excellent

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Other attractions near Old Mission Dam

A wooden bridge in a natural setting with trees and shrubs.

Mission Trails Regional Park

9.0/10 (24 reviews)

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Mission Trails Regional Park, a lovely green space in Santee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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A misty lake with a metal railing and trees in the foreground.

Santee Lakes

8.8/10 (41 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Santee Lakes during your travels in Santee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Santee Boulders

9.0/10 (12 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Santee Boulders, a lovely green space in Santee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Carlton Oaks Country Club

8.0/10 (19 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Santee at Carlton Oaks Country Club. Attend a sporting event while in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants.

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Cowles Mountain

6.0/10 (2 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cowles Mountain during your travels in San Diego.

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Lake Murray Tennis Center

Catch an event at Lake Murray Tennis Center during your trip to San Diego.

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Off Broadway Live

8.0/10 (4 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at Off Broadway Live on your trip to Santee. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Taylor Guitars

7.2/10 (10 reviews)

You can take time to visit Taylor Guitars during your travels to El Cajon. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area, or seek out the golf courses.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Old Mission Dam?

Old Mission Dam is located in Santee. You'll find 182 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay close to Old Mission Dam?

WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free parking and a fitness center. It's located 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Old Mission Dam. Other good choices within 5 miles include Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel and Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Old Mission Dam?

Expedia has 182 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Old Mission Dam.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Old Mission Dam, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near Old Mission Dam.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Old Mission Dam?

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What can I see and do near Old Mission Dam?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Warbirds West Air Museum and Creation and Earth History Museum. You can enjoy live performances at Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater and Off Broadway Live. Enjoy the outdoors at Mission Trails Regional Park, Sportsplex USA Santee, or Santee Boulders.

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Our top choices for Old Mission Dam hotels

1. Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

2. Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

3. Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

4. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar

5. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

6. Pleasant Inn

7. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

8. Springhill Suites San Diego Mission Valley

9. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

10. Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa

11. WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast

12. HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa

13. Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego-Poway

14. Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego

15. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Central

16. Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego-East/El Cajon

17. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central

18. Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego

19. Best Western San Diego/Miramar Hotel

20. Sonesta ES Suites Carmel Mountain – San Diego

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Top Old Mission Dam Hotel Reviews

Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego

Holiday Inn Express La Mesa Near SDSU by IHG

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley Stadium

Motel 6 La Mesa, CA - San Diego

Best Western Santee Lodge

Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East

Other attractions near Old Mission Dam

Mission Trails Regional Park

Santee Lakes

Santee Boulders

Carlton Oaks Country Club

Cowles Mountain

Lake Murray Tennis Center

Off Broadway Live

Taylor Guitars

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