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Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

3.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, near Parkway Plaza

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Exterior
Lobby
Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk
Reception
Garden

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available
The current price is NZ$338
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May

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141 North Magnolia Avenue, El Cajon, CA, 92020
  • The Magnolia
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Parkway Plaza
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • San Diego State University
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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32-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV

Studio, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Studio, Multiple Beds (Hearing Accessible)

Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk

Studio, Multiple Beds (Hearing Accessible)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Studio, Multiple Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk

Studio, Multiple Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

El Cajon

At Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon, you'll be 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Parkway Plaza and 8 km (4.9 mi) from Grossmont College. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, The Bistro, serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. 48438 square feet (4500 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class El Cajon hotel include Santee Lakes and San Diego State University.

What's nearby

  • The Magnolia - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Superior Court East County Division - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Parkway Plaza - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • San Diego State University - 10 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Sycuan Casino - 16 min drive - 15.3 km

Getting around

  • Arnele Avenue Station - 6 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 17 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mal Al Sham - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Funky Fries and Burgers - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Victoria Mexican Food - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, near Parkway Plaza
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business centre and meeting rooms are available.

Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 48438 square feet (4500 square metres) and includes conference space. An outdoor pool, a library, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3-star El Cajon hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 120 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 48438 sq ft of conference space
  • 4500 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2017
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Corner/local shop
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon offers 120 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels.

Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

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  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
4.3 out of 5, Excellent, 674 reviews
The price is NZ$345
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Uncovered parking on site (USD 10 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; USD 7 to 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • The Bistro

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 48,438 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers

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
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Transfer shower
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 7 to 15 per person
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: USD 10.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?

As of 22 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon on 4 May 2025 start from NZ$338.04, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?

Yep, Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon has an uncovered self car park with in/out privileges for USD 10.00 per day.

Does Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon have a pool?

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

What makes Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon.

Does Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order brekkie is served on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?

No, Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves American cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

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

No, only service animals are allowed.

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 727 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 161 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1000 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rajh

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed the pool and jacuzzi. Everything was walking distance. I actually live in the same city but I just decided to take a Daycation. Enjoy my time there plan on coming back again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yesenia

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Carrie

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Rafael

happy
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thamir

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teddy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like it everything thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jose L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Miss

.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry

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

Easy, convenient, and nice

Great stuff! Just needed a break from the holidays, loved the ease and convenience. Really enjoyed having the extra booths and spaces downstairs to eat and talk.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

shane

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Carmen, Rialto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
M
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Youland

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Na
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry

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

Reliable standards

Service was fantastic, and the room was exactly what we wanted - clean, and relatively comfortable. Good, reliable location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Elevators broken a couple of times had to use stairs, ask for Towel refresh after 1st day, we didnt get it.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Nice but maintenance issues

Hotel itself and the room were nice. Elevators were down the day I checked in, but fixed the following day.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really friendly front desk and cafe staff. Clean, up to date rooms. Fitness center has a good selection of equipment. Nice places to walk in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Will

Travelled with family
Convenient to shops and cafes Bistro was not open due to an event planned and limited and poorly managed coffee bar
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024