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Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

3.0 star property
Hotel with outdoor pool, near Parkway Plaza

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Nestled near Grossmont College, Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon invites you to unwind with a firepit and garden. Enjoy American cuisine at The Bistro, or connect to WiFi in the lobby while sipping coffee/tea. The outdoor pool with sun loungers is perfect for relaxation, and helpful staff are always nearby.
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air-conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness centre
  • Self parking
  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Library

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is NZ$371
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul

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  • Sleeps 4
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  • Sleeps 5
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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Roll-in Shower)

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  • Sleeps 3
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  • Sleeps 3
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Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Hearing Accessible

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  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

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  • Sleeps 5
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Room, Multiple Beds

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  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

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  • Sleeps 5
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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, Multiple Beds, Hearing Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A modern hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a bed, a large mirror, and a painting on the wall.

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Hearing Accessible (Roll-in Shower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A modern hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a bed, a large mirror, and a painting on the wall.

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible Bathtub

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Studio, Multiple Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Studio, Multiple Beds, Hearing Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Studio, Multiple Beds, Accessible Bathtub

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

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141 North Magnolia Avenue, El Cajon, CA, 92020

What's nearby

  • Olaf Wieghorst Museum and Western Heritage Center - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Knox House Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Magnolia - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Superior Court East County Division - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Parkway Plaza - 2 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 11 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 20 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 32 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 47 min drive
  • Tijuana, Baja California Norte (TIJ-General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl.) - 50 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 18 min drive
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 18 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 23 min drive
  • El Cajon Transit Center Station - 22 min walk
  • Arnele Avenue Station - 27 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Mal Al Sham - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Mr. Shawarma El cajon - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Chuy's Taqueria Y Burritos - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Funky Fries and Burgers - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

  • Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon puts you within a 10-minute drive of Parkway Plaza and Grossmont College. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at The Bistro, which serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. A bar/lounge, a fitness centre and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travellers say good things about the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 120 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
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Parking

    • Uncovered on-site self-parking (USD 10.00 per night)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Water dispenser

Travelling with children

  • Local/corner shop
  • Pool gate
  • Fence around the pool

What to do

  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space (48438 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2017
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness centre
  • An outdoor pool
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Banquet hall
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Closed-captioned TV
  • Lowered plug sockets in bathroom
  • Lowered view port in door
  • Lowered locks/deadbolt
  • Height-adjustable showerheads
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Transfer shower
  • Lever door handles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LCD TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Down duvet
  • Blackout curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Free cot/infant bed

Freshen up

  • Bath or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Mini fridge
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Mobile key entry

Special features

Dining

The Bistro – This restaurant specialises in American cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 7 to 15 per person
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Parking

  • Uncovered self-parking costs USD 10.00 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Union Pay
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Also known as

Courtyard Marriott San Diego El Cajon Hotel
Courtyard Marriott San Diego El Cajon
Courtyard riott Diego Cajon
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon El Cajon
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon Hotel El Cajon

Frequently asked questions

Does Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?

Yes. Self-parking costs USD 10.00 per night. Electric car charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).

Is there an on-site casino at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Sycuan Casino (15-min drive) and Jamul Casino (16-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a fitness centre and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?

Yes, The Bistro offers American cuisine.

What's the area around Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon like?

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon is in Downtown El Cajon, a short 5-minute walk from The Magnolia. Travellers say that this hotel is in a good location.

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Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

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What guests liked

  • The pool area is clean and visually appealing. (6 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

The hotel experience was amazing. The room was extremely clean extremely well kept. The heated pool and heated. Jacuzzi were amazing. Definitely will be staying there again with my family when we go back to San Diego.
Thomas, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was nice and clean, grounds were up to date and staff was pleasant.
Robert, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice, quiet hotel, easy walking distance to restaurants and shops, along with the local performing arts center.
Stacey, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean hotel lobby, and room.
Veronica, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

All was very clean and nice. also the service very friendly
Hugo, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was very clean and the beds weee comfy! All of the staff members from the front desk, house keepers, and bartenders were friendly, polite and nice folks. Thank you for the amazing experience 👍👍👍
Jose, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Rooms where amazing and clean. Amenities were great ans accessible
Alva, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was excellent Customer Service the room, cleaned,, and what breakfasts, but the mattress was uncomfortable
Subhi, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean room, comfortable bed but the sofa bed was extremely uncomfortable.the staff are friendly, nice outdoor pool
Sarmad, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was amazing, the staff was incredible.
Dorothy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The front desk clerks and any staff I met, were extremly helpful and kind
Tiara, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff clean room very good service
Luma Anoer Waddi, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

My favorite place to stay in cajón like the cleanest of the rooms , only thing this time tv was not working but did complementary breakfast for the inconvenience 👍
martha, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean and quiet stay! Check in was seamless with Estella and all staff I encountered were extremely helpful, pleasant and kind. Will def stay again!
Sofie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay as usual. Creidley staff and clean rooms.
Jennifer, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Very clean friendly staff
salwa, 4-night trip
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6/10 Good

The front desk was very friendly and courteous. It would be nice if the restaurant was open.
Paula, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing staff and service, very clean
Amy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was super clean and nice, the staff was great, and the the nightly rate was reasonable.
Muna, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was good service
JULIE, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Awesome customer service!
nicholas, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great staff. Very clean and well kept. $10 a day parking fee for per day for hotel guests is unacceptable.
Amel, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff, food was delicious.
Amanda, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room and friendly staff
William, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Staff nice & friendly. Room was ok
Hanh, 1-night trip