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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 WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

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

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is CNY1,076
CNY1,186 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

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

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32-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV

Studio, Multiple Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

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

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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

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Studio, Multiple Beds (Hearing Accessible)

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

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

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

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
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 - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Parkway Plaza - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 11 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 20 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 32 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 47 min drive
  • Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 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

  • ‪Mr. Shawarma El cajon - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Mal Al Sham - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Chuy's Taqueria Y Burritos - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Testo Pepesto Italian Restaurant - ‬3 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 center, and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers 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 onsite 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

Traveling with children

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Pool gate
  • Fence around the pool

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • 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 center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Banquet hall
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Lowered electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Lowered peephole/view port in door
  • Lowered locks/deadbolt
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Transfer shower
  • Lever door handles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Pool hoist on site

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 comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Free crib/infant bed

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • 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
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Mobile key entry

Special features

Dining

The Bistro - This restaurant specializes 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, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing 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 to 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 vehicle 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 onsite 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 like 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 center 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 a short 5-minute walk from The Magnolia and 7 minutes' walk from Superior Court East County Division. Travelers say 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

8.8

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The property's bar and restaurant offered excellent food and drinks with friendly staff and convenient location near many dining options. (9 reviews)
  • The pool was described as amazing, warm, and nice, with many guests enjoying it and the adjacent jacuzzi. (5 reviews)
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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

Everything was amazing, the staff was incredible.
Dorothy, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

Restaurant closed early and the area where the hotel is located is in a seedy part of town.
Vernon, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very good
Gregorio, 3-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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8/10 Very good

Yes
Charles, 2-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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10/10 Exceptional

Clean, quiet, beautiful
Attia, 7-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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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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2/10 Poor

The jacuzzi not working every time i go and the room was very bad
Linh, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice clean hotel with friendly staff. Great place to stay if going to an event at the Magnolia. It’s our go to spot to stay.
Michelle, 1-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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6/10 Good

The hotel was great but my new had no working outlets
Blake, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

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

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

Amazing staff and service, very clean
Amy, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The staff was very accommodating and friendly.
Monica, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excelente Hotel
José Luis, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

The room was clean and comfortable. The only thing that was frustrating was the “energy efficiency” of the hotel, which meant the room key controlled the lights
Annie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, good food at the Bistro, excellent drinks at the bar. Wonderful service with everyone we came in contact with, especially the young man at the front desk who was working when we checked out at about noon today (12/14). Thank you!
Adriane, 4-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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8/10 Very good

Staff was pleasant and the people that clean the rooms were excellent. A few little things here and there but overall it was nice.
Sean, 3-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

Enjoyed my stay.
Abigail, 2-night trip