The Best Hotels Closest to Cowles Mountain in San Diego for 2026

Our top choices for Cowles Mountain hotels

WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast

3.5 km from Cowles Mountain

Gregory

NT$3,247 total

includes taxes & fees

May 31 - Jun 1

Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

5.7 km from Cowles Mountain

Michael

NT$5,147 total

includes taxes & fees

May 31 - Jun 1

Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3.9 km from Cowles Mountain

Krista

NT$4,326 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 1 - Jun 2

Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego

5.2 km from Cowles Mountain

Lauren

NT$5,322 total

includes taxes & fees

May 31 - Jun 1

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Holiday Inn Express La Mesa Near SDSU by IHG

4.2 km from Cowles Mountain

Francisco

NT$5,435 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 1 - Jun 2

Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego

6.7 km from Cowles Mountain

John

NT$3,084 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 1 - Jun 2

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

6.8 km from Cowles Mountain

Shana

NT$5,850 total

includes taxes & fees

May 31 - Jun 1

Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego

6.4 km from Cowles Mountain

Derek

NT$5,223 total

includes taxes & fees

May 31 - Jun 1

Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East

5.9 km from Cowles Mountain

Johnny

NT$3,160 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 7 - Jun 8

Motel 6 La Mesa, CA - San Diego

4.4 km from Cowles Mountain

annette

NT$4,012 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 7 - Jun 8

Heritage Inn La Mesa

4.4 km from Cowles Mountain

Dewayne

NT$2,368 total

includes taxes & fees

May 31 - Jun 1

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley Stadium

7.8 km from Cowles Mountain

Keymiah

NT$5,395 total

includes taxes & fees

May 31 - Jun 1

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego-East/El Cajon

7.7 km from Cowles Mountain

Trenton

NT$3,207 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 8 - Jun 9

Best Western Santee Lodge

6.8 km from Cowles Mountain

JOANNA L.

NT$4,185 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 14 - Jun 15

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Northgate Motel

6.7 km from Cowles Mountain

Karwan

NT$3,701 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 9 - Jun 10

One Bedroom Suite, 1 King Bed, Soaking Tub, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East

7.5 km from Cowles Mountain

Peter

NT$3,234 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 4 - Jun 5

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Individually furnished, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Rodeway Inn El Cajon - San Diego East

9.4 km from Cowles Mountain

Edwin

NT$2,629 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 28 - Jun 29

Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

10.7 km from Cowles Mountain

Susana

NT$5,968 total

includes taxes & fees

May 31 - Jun 1

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Rodeway Inn Lemon Grove San Diego East

7.8 km from Cowles Mountain

JENNIFER

NT$2,688 total

includes taxes & fees

May 31 - Jun 1

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

6.4 km from Cowles Mountain

Omar

NT$2,992 total

includes taxes & fees

May 31 - Jun 1

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Compare popular hotels close to Cowles Mountain

Property	Property class	Guest rating
WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast	2.5 star property	8.0 Very Good 95 reviews	View
Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,429 reviews	View
Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel	3.0 star property	8.2 Very Good 1,001 reviews	View
Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego	2.5 star property	8.4 Very Good 1,002 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express La Mesa Near SDSU by IHG	3.0 star property	8.2 Very Good 530 reviews	View

Top Cowles Mountain Hotel Reviews

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

4/10 Poor

"Old, outdated room"

Heritage Inn La Mesa

6/10 Okay

"Room was clean, carpet and furniture very outdated and old. Has a muggy smell everytime you walk into room. No microwave or hairdryer in room. I found this very inconvenient. You have to ask for a hairdryer, but their was none available for me to use. Staff wasn't friendly. Very close to freeway so you hear all the traffic all night long."

Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego

8/10 Good

"We stayed for one night and had a relatively good experience. We did end up getting a ground-floor room, which ended up being very noisy. When booking, I did not know this hotel was in a commercial parking lot and was butted up to several restaurants like IN -N-OUT. Since there is a lot of foot traffic here, and me being a light sleeper, it wasn't the best experience. I will say, however, the bed was soooo comfy, and the pillows have been the best I've experienced recently. The room was clean and comfortable, A/C'd perfectly upon arrival, well decorated, and suited our needs perfectly. The showerhead had a drip, which was super noisy due to the metal drain right under it, but it's nothing a spare towel can't fix. The continental breakfast was good, including sausage patties, boiled eggs, a waffle bar, and a full oatmeal, bread, and cereal station. The only issue I had was that the boiled eggs were not peeled, and the other eggs were a cheese and egg omelet. Being lactose intolerant, I was a little disappointed in that. However, the rest of the food was pretty good. The staff was nice, the pool is mid (basically in the parking lot), workout room looked fine. All in all, I would stay here again but reguest a higher room than the floor level."

WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast

8/10 Good

"Front desk staff was great. Ashley was very friendly and helpful. The room was nice. Just don't stay on the first floor. Not sure if it was the people above us or just a very thin ceiling, or maybe both, but was noisy above us at night. Grass area for dogs wasn't great. It was full of weeds with stickers. But overall for a two night stay, it was good."

Hotels near other Cowles Mountain attractions

Mission Trails Regional Park

4.5/5 (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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Cowles Mountain?

Cowles Mountain is located in San Diego. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 8 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Cowles Mountain?

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 free WiFi. It's located 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Cowles Mountain. Other good options within a few miles include Heritage Inn La Mesa and Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel.

How many hotels will I find near Cowles Mountain?

Expedia has 8 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Cowles Mountain.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Cowles Mountain, will I receive a refund?

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What can I see and do near Cowles Mountain?

You'll want to browse the collections at Computer Museum of America, Warbirds West Air Museum, and San Diego Police Museum. Sights like Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala, Old Mission Dam, and San Diego Voice & Viewpoint are must-sees while exploring the area. You can check out the local talent at Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater, The Magnolia, and Off Broadway Live.

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Our top choices for Cowles Mountain hotels

WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast

Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego

Holiday Inn Express La Mesa Near SDSU by IHG

Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego

Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East

Motel 6 La Mesa, CA - San Diego

Heritage Inn La Mesa

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley Stadium

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego-East/El Cajon

Best Western Santee Lodge

Northgate Motel

Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East

Rodeway Inn El Cajon - San Diego East

Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

Rodeway Inn Lemon Grove San Diego East

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

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Top Cowles Mountain Hotel Reviews

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

Hotels near other Cowles Mountain attractions

Mission Trails Regional Park

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