Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon
141 North Magnolia Avenue, El Cajon, CA, USSee what's available
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About this property
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon is a 3-star hotel located in El Cajon, California, a 4-minute drive from Parkway Plaza and 8 minutes from Grossmont College. The property sits 6.8 miles from Santee Lakes and 8.5 miles from San Diego State University, with San Diego International Airport 17.5 miles away.
The hotel features 120 guestrooms, including 10 suites, each equipped with a microwave and LCD television. Beds include pillowtop mattresses with down comforters and premium bedding. All bathrooms provide complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Guests rate room comfort highly at 4.7 out of 5.
On-site dining includes The Bistro, serving breakfast cooked to order weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee. A convenience store and bar/lounge are also available. The property offers an outdoor pool and fitness center, complimentary wireless internet, a business center with 4,500 square meters of conference space, and wedding services. Additional features include meeting rooms, a television in the common area, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. The property is smoke-free, wheelchair accessible throughout, and welcomes service animals. Electric car charging and a firepit are available on the grounds.
Check-in is available from 3:00 PM, and check-out is at 12:00 PM. The property maintains a 4.5 out of 5 overall guest rating, with 100% of guests indicating they would recommend it.
Location & nearby attractions
The Magnolia - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Superior Court East County Division - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Parkway Plaza - 2.5 km / 1.5 mi
Sharp Grossmont Hospital - 5.8 km / 3.6 mi
San Diego Christian College - 6.7 km / 4.2 mi
Shadow Mountain Community Church - 7.4 km / 4.6 mi
Grossmont College - 7.6 km / 4.7 mi
Mount Helix Park - 8.2 km / 5.1 mi
Sportsplex USA Santee - 8.2 km / 5.1 mi
Singing Hills Country Club - Willow Glen Course - 8.4 km / 5.2 mi
Lakeside Baseball Park - 8.8 km / 5.4 mi
The Water Conservation Garden - 9.1 km / 5.6 mi
Computer Museum of America - 9.5 km / 5.9 mi
P2K Range - 10 km / 6.2 mi
Carlton Oaks Country Club - 10.4 km / 6.5 mi
The nearest airports are:
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 5.4 km / 3.4 mi
San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 24 km / 14.9 mi
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 34.1 km / 21.2 mi
Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 43.8 km / 27.2 mi
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 64.8 km / 40.3 mi
The preferred airport for Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon is San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN).
Rooms
Dining
Amenities & features
Getting here
Gillespie Airport 4.2 miles, San Diego International Airport 17.5 miles
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
Complimentary Parking in our self parking lot
Check-in & check-out
- 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
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Pet policy
Pets are not allowed.
- No Pets - Only Service Animals
Fees & policies
- Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately $7 to 15 per person Uncovered self parking fee: $10 per night Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Know before you go
- Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
- 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 access their rooms with a mobile device.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
Frequently asked questions
What are the check-in and check-out times at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?
Check-in starts at 3:00 PM - anytime. Check-out is by 12:00 PM.
Where is Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon located?
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon is located at 141 North Magnolia Avenue, El Cajon, CA, US.
What attractions are near Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. The Magnolia - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi Superior Court East County Division - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi Parkway Plaza - 2.5 km / 1.5 mi Sharp Grossmont Hospital - 5.8 km / 3.6 mi San Diego Christian College - 6.7 km / 4.2 mi Shadow Mountain Community Church - 7.4 km / 4.6 mi Grossmont College - 7.6 km / 4.7 mi Mount Helix Park - 8.2 km / 5.1 mi Sportsplex USA Santee - 8.2 km / 5.1 mi Singing Hills Country Club - Willow Glen Course - 8.4 km / 5.2 mi Lakeside Baseball Park - 8.8 km / 5.4 mi The Water Conservation Garden - 9.1 km / 5.6 mi Computer Museum of America - 9.5 km / 5.9 mi P2K Range - 10 km / 6.2 mi Carlton Oaks Country Club - 10.4 km / 6.5 mi The nearest airports are: San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 5.4 km / 3.4 mi San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 24 km / 14.9 mi San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 34.1 km / 21.2 mi Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 43.8 km / 27.2 mi Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 64.8 km / 40.3 mi The preferred airport for Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon is San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN).
Does Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon offer parking?
Complimentary Parking in our self parking lot
How do I get to Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?
Gillespie Airport 4.2 miles, San Diego International Airport 17.5 miles Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
What dining options are available at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?
You can enjoy a meal at The Bistro serving the guests of Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon, or stop in at the grocery/convenience store. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
What amenities does Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon offer?
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon features amenities such as Bar & Lounge, Pool, Gym, Restaurant, Free Wi-Fi, Laundry.
What are the rooms like at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?
Make yourself at home in one of the 120 guestrooms featuring microwaves and LCD televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Cable television is provided for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
Is Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon pet-friendly?
Pets are not allowed at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon.
What fees should I know about at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?
Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately $7 to 15 per person Uncovered self parking fee: $10 per night Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
What should I know before staying at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?
Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM. 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 access their rooms with a mobile device. This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).