Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Parkway Plaza

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Experience the sleek, modern design of our hotel, featuring a flat roof and symmetrical facade.
Relax in the stylish lounge area with a comfortable sofa, armchair, and coffee table.
Reception area with a geometric wall design, sleek counters, and recessed lighting.
Two single beds with white bedding and a grey headboard, a flat-screen TV, and a desk with a chair.
Relax and socialize in this serene outdoor space, featuring a lawn, two seating areas, a chessboard, and a board game.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available

Explore the area

Map
141 North Magnolia Avenue, El Cajon, CA, 92020
  • The Magnolia
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Parkway Plaza
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • San Diego State University
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Studio, Multiple Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(44 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Studio, Multiple Beds (Hearing Accessible)

  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Studio, Multiple Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

El Cajon

In El Cajon .You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Parkway Plaza and 6 miles (10 km) of Grossmont College with a stay here. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Santee Lakes and San Diego State University.

What's nearby

  • The Magnolia - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Parkway Plaza - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Grossmont College - 7 min drive - 5.2 km
  • San Diego State University - 11 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Sycuan Casino - 18 min drive - 16.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Mal Al Sham - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Funky Fries and Burgers - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

3-star hotel near Parkway Plaza
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business center and meeting rooms are available.

Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 48438 square feet (4500 square meters) 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
  • Meeting 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
  • Convenience store
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • 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 hair dryers. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels.

Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Uncovered self 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

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

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
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets 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 center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

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

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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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).

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

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

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 726 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 161 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1001 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

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Matthew, GRANADA HILLS

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karla

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

William, Los angeles

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOSE L

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doris Yanet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love it
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sargis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Exceptionall
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

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

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was extremely clean and not on a busy street. The staff was very friendly and welcoming. My son left his stuffed toy in our room and they made every effort to locate it. I highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great area, very clean. Well lit at night, easy access after hours.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

byron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot for a stay when visiting for a performance at The Magnolia. Friendly staff. Clean hotel with modern facilities. We will use again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everyone was very friendly, especially the bar and restaurant workers
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janae

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erick

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Shane Maverick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The pillows were very soft and did not offer any support. The bedspread is white(a no,no) and felt very stiff and plasticky. The parking spots are very narrow and are difficult to park a midsized SUV in them. The staff was nice and the overall hotel is good, but after 6 nights, the pullows and bedspread made it very uncomfortable. There was no actual blanket in the room.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert and Cindy

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

perfect

always special when everything is perfect at your hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darell

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mauricio

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025