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Our top choices for Santee motels

A room with wicker chairs, a small table, and a potted plant.

1. Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East

Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East
2.0 star property
Santee
7.6 out of 10, Good, (916 reviews)
"Great"
United States
Gabriel
The price is NT$2,804
NT$3,138 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

2. Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego

Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego
2.0 star property
El Cajon
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"Room was clean, quiet & very comfortable."
United States
Lori
The price is NT$2,623
NT$2,891 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego
A motel sign with a number '6' and an 'ENTER' arrow, indicating the direction to the motel.

3. Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego
2.0 star property
El Cajon
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,837 reviews)
"Room was clean and staff was friendly."
United States
Justin
The price is NT$2,145
NT$2,458 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego
A building with a blue door marked "103" and lush tropical plants surrounding it.

4. Villa Serena

Villa Serena
2.0 star property
El Cajon
6.6 out of 10, (313 reviews)
"Nice clean rooms and very friendly management."
United States
Andre
The price is NT$3,608
NT$3,969 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Villa Serena
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a microwave, and a small refrigerator.

5. Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego

Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego
2.0 star property
El Cajon
6.6 out of 10, (498 reviews)
"Clean room and easy parking"
United States
Adrian
The price is NT$2,887
NT$3,175 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Om Park Inn and Suites El Cajon near San Diego
A compact hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a small refrigerator, and an air conditioning unit.

6. Valley Motel El Cajon-San Diego

Valley Motel El Cajon-San Diego
2.0 star property
El Cajon
6.6 out of 10, (745 reviews)
"Friendly very informative staff truly always a good reminder each time and the neat things are spacious room like an apartment. Loving the cold a/c was perfect! Thank you for your service!"
United States
lowena
The price is NT$2,008
NT$2,209 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Valley Motel El Cajon-San Diego
A hotel room with two beds, each with a patterned bedspread, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

7. Northgate Motel

Northgate Motel
2.0 star property
El Cajon
7.8 out of 10, Good, (746 reviews)
"Loved the comfortable Beds room was really big and nice"
United States
Nyoka
The price is NT$2,232
NT$2,455 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Northgate Motel
A building with a sign reading "RELAX INN & SUITES".

8. Relax Inn And Suites

Relax Inn And Suites
2.0 star property
El Cajon
5.6 out of 10, (486 reviews)
"The most disgusting hotel I’ve ever step foot into"
United States
Camille
The price is NT$1,706
NT$1,949 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Relax Inn And Suites
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden dresser, a mirror, a window with curtains, and wall art.

9. Mission Bay Motel

Mission Bay Motel
Pacific Beach
5.4 out of 10, (335 reviews)
"Staff was super friendly and helpful. Parking was super easy and the motel was super close to the beach."
United States
Lilliana
The price is NT$2,510
NT$2,829 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Mission Bay Motel
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a painting of a coastal scene, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

10. Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,067 reviews)
"Great clean room in a beautiful area, would love to stay here again."
United States
Antonio
The price is NT$2,428
NT$2,670 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Motel Mediteran Escondido
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a view of the beach and ocean through a large window.

11. Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (674 reviews)
"Nice motel, walking distance from the beach and restaurants. Family room was well equipped and clean, sand toys and boards were a nice bonus."
United States
Viachaslau
The price is NT$4,133
NT$4,547 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Moonlight Beach Motel
A dining area with outdoor seating, a sign reading "El Rancho Coronado," and a variety of flowers.

12. El Rancho Motel

El Rancho Motel
2.0 star property
Coronado
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (958 reviews)
"Great place will stay again"
United States
Nouman
The price is NT$3,576
NT$3,933 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
El Rancho Motel
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

13. Motel 6 La Mesa, CA - San Diego

Motel 6 La Mesa, CA - San Diego
2.0 star property
La Mesa
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"It was clean, easy to check in and out, and the staff were friendly."
United States
Gavin
The price is NT$3,129
NT$3,447 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Motel 6 La Mesa, CA - San Diego
Lobby

14. Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
2.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,382 reviews)
"Very clean, and the staff very kind."
United States
Jeanette
The price is NT$3,397
NT$3,753 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
A building with a porch, wooden beams, and hanging flower baskets.

15. Ramona Valley Inn

Ramona Valley Inn
2.0 star property
Ramona
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Newly renovated, clean rooms. Friendly staff, very nice place for the price"
United States
Rhiannon
The price is NT$1,984
NT$2,307 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Ramona Valley Inn
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a chair, a small desk, and two wall-mounted paintings.

16. Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (484 reviews)
"Great service, I've stayed here multiple times and never had a problem"
United States
michael
The price is NT$2,019
NT$2,221 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Escondido Lodge
A retro-themed arcade with classic games, a foosball table, and a long communal table with stools.

17. The Rambler Hotel

The Rambler Hotel
3.0 star property
Chula Vista
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,202 reviews)
"Solid place to stay"
United States
Neal
The price is NT$3,039
NT$3,517 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
The Rambler Hotel
A hotel entrance with a covered patio, large windows, and potted plants.

18. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
2.5 star property
Escondido
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Love that there were a lot of different places within walking distance."
United States
Pedro
The price is NT$4,133
NT$4,547 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
A living room with a round table, a blue sofa, a patterned armchair, and a potted plant.

19. Crown City Inn

Crown City Inn
2.5 star property
Coronado
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (879 reviews)
"This is a really amazing place to stay in Coronado."
United States
Kate
The price is NT$5,285
NT$5,813 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Crown City Inn
A Coronado Inn with a well-maintained lawn, a clear sign, and a flag.

20. Coronado Inn

Coronado Inn
2.5 star property
Bayside
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (968 reviews)
"Newly renovated and perfect location!"
United States
Anna
The price is NT$4,994
NT$5,493 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Coronado Inn
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Learn more about Santee

Hikers and nature lovers flock to Mission Trails Regional Park for its 60 miles of scenic trails and stunning views. Santee Lakes Recreation Preserve offers family-friendly fishing, camping, and paddle boating where you'll spot turtles sunning themselves on logs.

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A calm river flowing through a rocky landscape with lush greenery and trees in the background.

Top reviews in Santee

A room with wicker chairs, a small table, and a potted plant.
Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East

Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East

Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East
Santee

10/10 Excellent

I will continue to use this hotel. Room is Good, TV is fine, A/C works.
United States
Anonymous traveler
Reviewed July 17, 2017
Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Santee?

When you save on your room price, you can enjoy more of what Santee has to offer. In the larger area, favorite places to visit include San Diego Zoo, Mission Bay, and Petco Park.

What are motels like?

At most motels, you're likely to find free parking and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room directly from the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace after World War II with the popularity of car travel and road trip vacations, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.

What are the best motels in Santee?

Here you'll find some of our customers’ favorite motels in the larger area. The Rambler Hotel is located 15.7 mi (25.2 km) from the heart of Santee. Enjoy access to the 24-hour business center, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Motel 6 Chula Vista, CA - San Diego: Free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace are available during your stay. Central Santee is 15.5 mi (24.9 km) away. Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego: Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from the heart of Santee. Coronado Inn: Central Santee is 15.2 mi (24.5 km) away. Free WiFi, a snack bar/deli, and parking are available during your stay. Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos: 23.8 mi (38.2 km) from the heart of Santee. Enjoy access to the business center, and freebies including breakfast and parking.

What can I do in Santee?

In this family-friendly area, you can check out the shops and enjoy the restaurants while you're sightseeing. Those visiting Santee have good things to say about the bars. Favorite places in and around Santee include San Diego Zoo, Mission Bay, and Petco Park. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Sportsplex USA Santee, Santee Lakes, and Mission Trails Regional Park. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: San Diego Zoo Safari Park, San Diego Natural History Museum, and San Diego Air and Space Museum.

What's the seasonal weather like in Santee?

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Santee to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 72°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 56°F. Average annual precipitation for Santee is 13 inches.

What are my options for getting around Santee when staying in a motel?

We’ve gathered some information about getting around Santee to help you navigate your stay: Fly into San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field), which is located 0.9 mi (1.4 km) away from the city center. You can also search for flights into San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is 9.9 mi (16 km) away. Make your way to Santee Town Center Station for metro transit.