Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

141 North Magnolia Ave., El Cajon, CA 92020 United States (USA) near junction 17c on I-8 (~0.5mi)
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3.0 Star property
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4.0/5

Based on 513 guest reviews

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  • We have an outdoor pool ready for use
  • Fitness / Gym is on-site
  • 120 rooms in hotel
  • Hotel has 4 floors
  • Hotel has 10 suites
  • Has environment-friendly policy
  • Group booking rating of 10.0/10
  • 5 meeting rooms in hotel

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Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days

Rates shown are nightly rates before taxes and do not necessarily reflect all discounts available. The chart provides the cheapest public rates available by room type.

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Check rates1 King Bed with Sofa Bed
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Check rates1 King Sofa Bed Refrigerator, Microwave 331sqft 30sqm Living Sitting Area Wireless
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Check rates1 King Sofa Bed Refrigerator, Microwave 510sqft 46sqm Living Sitting Area Separate
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Check rates2 Queen Refrigerator, Microwave ;371sqft 33sqm Wireless Internet
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Check rates2 Queen Sofa Bed Refrigerator, Microwave ;540sqft 49sqm Living Sitting Area Wireless
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Check ratesAAA CAA Rate Membership Card Required 1 King Sofa Bed Refrigerator, Microwave 331sqft 30sqm Living S
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Check ratesAAA CAA Rate Membership Card Required 1 King Sofa Bed Refrigerator, Microwave 510sqft 46sqm Living S
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Check ratesAAA CAA Rate Membership Card Required 2 Queen Refrigerator, Microwave 371sqft 33sqm Wireless Interne
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Check ratesAAA CAA Rate Membership Card Required 2 Queen Sofa Bed Refrigerator, Microwave 540sqft 49sqm Living
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Check ratesBreakfast Rate Includes Breakfast For 1 Guest 1 King Sofa Bed Refrigerator, Microwave 331sqft 30sqm
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Check ratesBreakfast Rate Includes Breakfast For 1 Guest 1 King Sofa Bed Refrigerator, Microwave 510sqft 46sqm
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Check ratesBreakfast Rate Includes Breakfast For 1 Guest 2 Queen Refrigerator, Microwave 371sqft 33sqm Wireless
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Check ratesBreakfast Rate Includes Breakfast For 1 Guest 2 Queen Sofa Bed Refrigerator, Microwave 540sqft 49sqm
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Check ratesFederal Government ID Required 1 King Sofa Bed Refrigerator, Microwave 331sqft 30sqm Living Sitting
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Check ratesFederal Government ID Required 2 Queen Refrigerator, Microwave 371sqft 33sqm Wireless Internet
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Check ratesGovernment State State Government ID Required 1 King Sofa Bed Refrigerator, Microwave 331sqft 30sqm
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Check ratesGovernment State State Government ID Required 2 Queen Refrigerator, Microwave 371sqft 33sqm Wireless
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Check ratesGovt Military Federal Government ID Required 1 King Sofa Bed Refrigerator, Microwave 331sqft 30sqm L
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Check ratesGovt Military Federal Government ID Required 2 Queen Refrigerator, Microwave 371sqft 33sqm Wireless
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Check ratesGovt Military Rt Federal Government ID Required Guest Room 2 Queen
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Check ratesPackage 2 Room 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Check ratesPackage 3 Studio Multiple Beds 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Check ratesPackage 4 Room 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Check ratesParking Included For 1 Car Includes Based Upon Availability 1 King Sofa Bed Refrigerator, Microwave
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Check ratesParking Included For 1 Car Includes Based Upon Availability 2 Queen Refrigerator, Microwave 371sqft
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Check ratesStay For Breakfast Rate Includes 1 King Sofa Bed Refrigerator, Microwave 331sqft 30sqm Living Sittin
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Check ratesStay For Breakfast Rate Includes 1 King Sofa Bed Refrigerator, Microwave 510sqft 46sqm Living Sittin
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Check ratesStay For Breakfast Rate Includes 2 Queen Refrigerator, Microwave 371sqft 33sqm Wireless Internet
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Verified reviews of Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked in recently:
"Professional and helpful staff."
Overall score5.0/ 5
Great Bar staff with great food.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
27-May-2025 Verified review, stayed from Tue May 20 to Sun May 25 2025 at a $246.60 average nightly rate.
"Clean comfortable reasonably priced."
Overall score5.0/ 5
It was wonderful and the pool was heated We had a great experience Wish they had continental breakfast.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
07-Mar-2025 Verified review, stayed from Tue Mar 04 to Wed Mar 05 2025 at a $169.00 average nightly rate.
"A wonderful and comfortable venue."
Overall score5.0/ 5
Absolutely outstanding accommodations, welcoming and helpful staff make the stay memorable. Thank you!
(Group coordinator, booked 2 room(s)), from US flag
18-Jan-2025 Verified review, stayed from Tue Jan 14 to Sat Jan 18 2025 at a $198.24 average nightly rate.
"Room was very clean as well was the lobby. All employees very friendly and accommodating."
Overall score4.0/ 5
Room was very clean as well was the lobby. All employees very friendly and accommodating.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
28-Dec-2024 Verified review, stayed from Tue Dec 24 to Thu Dec 26 2024 at a $205.99 average nightly rate.
"Awesomeness"
Overall score5.0/ 5
Great property! New, clean, great service.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
05-Nov-2024 Verified review, stayed from Tue Nov 05 to Wed Nov 06 2024 at a $229.00 average nightly rate.
4.0 out of 5. Based on 513 guest reviews

Property description

The new state-of-the-art lobby at Courtyard San Diego El Cajon provides greater flexibility and choices for our guests. At the center of it all is The Bistro, your destination for a great breakfast proudly serving Starbucks coffee as well as drinks and dinner during the evening. The Courtyard San Diego El Cajon is conveniently located right off of the 8 freeway and just minutes away from San Diego's most popular attractions including: SeaWorld San Diego, The World Famous San Diego Zoo, The Historic Gaslamp District, Old Town, La Jolla and Pacific Beaches, as well as many more! You'll also enjoy inviting, flexible spaces where you can work or relax, free Wi-Fi throughout and easy access to the latest news, weather and airport conditions via our GoBoard technology. Plus, our fitness center, outdoor pool and whirlpool will help you stay refreshed and energized. Whether traveling for business or pleasure, your stay at Courtyard San Diego El Cajon is sure to be more comfortable, more productive than ever before!

Green sustainability

Yes, we are a energy efficiency hotel. You need your hotel key to turn on lights in your room.

Details / Other expenses

Year of last renovation: 2018
Floors: 4
Rooms: 120
Corridors: All rooms have interior hallways
Non-smoking rooms: 120
Rooms with disabled access: 10
Rooms with one bed: 51
Rooms with two beds: 59
Suites: 10
Room windows: Windows don't open
Cleaning frequency: As Needed
Meeting rooms: 5
Meeting space: 9500 sq. feet
Event space: Holds 400 people
Dist. to food/bars: On-site
Dist. to a 24hr restaurant: 0.3 Miles
Dist. to the nearest gym: 0.3 Miles
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) approved: Yes
Pool Info:
Pool operations: 6:00am to 10:00pm
Ownership: Excel Hotel Group
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
Group Policy varies. Call Sales Department. Individual cancellations 48 hours prior to arrival
Nightly parking: 00
Typical group deposit: $500.00
Total taxes: 10.20%
Total misc. fees: £0.00 GBP
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)

Amenities / Features


  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Baggage storage facilities
  • Bus parking
  • Complimentary newspaper
  • Concierge service
  • Conference facilities
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Credit card accepted: Discover
  • Credit card accepted: Diners Club
  • Electric Car Charging Station
  • Electronic key card
  • Elevator
  • Express Check-Out
  • Facilities for the disabled
  • Fax available
  • Fitness and health center
  • Free local calls
  • Games room
  • Hairdryer available
  • Handicap accessible
  • Central heating
  • Ice Maker
  • Internet - wireless
  • Internet - ethernet
  • Free WiFi Internet
  • Ironing facilities
  • Jacuzzi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry valet service
  • Microwave in room
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24 hours opened
  • Office or business center
  • Office in room available
  • Private bathroom in room
  • Quiet location
  • Radio in room
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant
  • Shower
  • Spa
  • Swimming pool - outdoor
  • Swimming pool - indoor
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Telephone
  • Telephone in all rooms
  • Telephone - Free local calls
  • Television
  • TV Channel: HBO
  • TV Channel: Showtime
  • TV Channel: The Movie Channel
  • TV Channel: Weather Channel
  • TV Channel: ESPN
  • TV Channel: NFL Network
  • TV Channel: Fox Sports
  • TV Channel: Disney Channel
  • TV Channel: Discovery Channel
  • TV Channel: Nickelodeon
  • TV room
  • Video Games in Room
  • Voicemail

Airport & shuttle information

Gillespie Airport 4.2 miles, San Diego International Airport 17.5 miles

Local shuttle info: No Shuttle Provided. Trolley located 1.9 miles from the hotel

Breakfast information

Breakfast can be purchased at our lovely Bistro. The hours of operation is 6am - 11am and 5:00pm - 10pm

Pet friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Sorry but pets are not allowed.

Parking information

Complimentary Parking in our self parking lot

Internet/Wi-Fi

Hotel provides complimentary WiFi

About Courtyard by Marriott

  • Business centered hotel with functional rooms and and a multi-use public area
  • Free Wi-Fi in guestrooms and lobby area
  • Flexible workspaces, soft bedding, and Paul Mitchell products
  • Lobby provides a casual meeting and workspace, business center, and GoBoard® Touchscreens for Info on the Go
  • 24/7 Market offering practical food/beverage options

The Courtyard by Marriott highlights above are subject to change without notice.

FAQs about Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

How many rooms does Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon have?

There are 120 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?

Yes, they have 5 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?

Breakfast can be purchased at our lovely Bistro. The hours of operation is 6am - 11am and 5:00pm - 10pm

What parking is available at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?

Complimentary Parking in our self parking lot

How much does internet cost?

Hotel provides complimentary WiFi

Can I get a AAA rate at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?

Yes, they have stay dates that support AAA hotel discounts. Example room type: AAA CAA Rate Membership Card Required 1 King Sofa Bed Refrigerator, Microwave 331sqft 30sqm Living S

Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?

Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.

Is there a gym at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Is there a pool at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Pool operations: 6:00am to 10:00pm.

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