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South El Monte California Accommodations

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The South El Monte center is approximately 1 mile south of El Monte Airport and 4 miles southeast of Alhambra Golf Course.

South El Monte, nestled within California's San Gabriel Valley, welcomes you to unravel its variety. It's a community imbued with California's diverse beauty, making each of its streets, parks, and monuments thoroughly engaging. With the Whittier Narrows Recreation Area, it makes the most of the outdoors. It also values its varied culinary path. Mexican food is a particular highlight, but the fare doesn't stop there. It embraces a multitude of tastes, ranging from Asian delights like pho to classic American comfort meals, preparing a plate for everyone who visits. Additionally, South El Monte can pride itself on its warm and welcoming community. Regardless of where you're from, the people here are sure to make you feel like part of the family. With its immersive beauty and connection to its roots, you're bound to find an unforgettable experience in South El Monte. In terms of accommodations, South El Monte certainly delivers. This city provides an array of lodging choices, you'll find everything from hotels and motels to inns and suites, all designed to meet the needs of each traveler. Many of these establishments are ideally situated close to popular attractions, making your sightseeing journey effortless. Whether you're in search of a luxurious stay with top-notch facilities, or an economical option with no compromise on comfort, South El Monte has got you covered. So, pack your bags and gear up for a memorable exploration through the core of California's San Gabriel Valley in South El Monte. More from this guide...

South El Monte Hotels/Accommodations

Park Suites Hotel in South El Monte 1089 Santa Anita Ave., South El Monte, CA 91733
  • 2-star Highway property
From$65
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Leblanc Inn & Sites 11652 Garvey Ave., El Monte, CA 91732 ~1.22 miles east of South El Monte
  • Mid-scale Suburban property
  • Check-in: 3PM
From$75
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Motel 6 El Monte, CA - Los Angeles 3429 Peck Rd., El Monte, CA 91731 ~1.35 miles northeast of South El Monte
  • Cheap property
From$60
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Motel 6 South El Monte, CA - Los Angeles - El Monte 1228 North Durfee Ave., El Monte, CA 91733 ~1.41 miles south of South El Monte
  • Low priced Highway hotel
  • Check in: 2.00 PM
Motel 6 South El Monte, CA - Los Angeles 1228 Durfee Ave., South El Monte, CA 91733
  • Two star hotel
From$60
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New Star Inn : 11805 Valley Blvd. 11805 Valley Blvd., El Monte, CA 91732 ~1.43 miles east of South El Monte
  • 3 star hotel
  • 34 rooms in hotel
From$80
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Aqua Inn Motel 12031 Garvey Ave., El Monte, CA 91732 ~1.56 miles east of South El Monte
  • Mid-scale property
  • Check in: 2:00 PM
From$57
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Hotel Heritage - El Monte 12040 Garvey Ave., El Monte, CA 91732 ~1.61 miles east of South El Monte
  • Low-priced Suburban property
  • Free comp. breakfast
From$81
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Quality Inn Rosemead - Los Angeles 9488 Valley Blvd., Rosemead, CA 91770 ~2.06 miles northwest of South El Monte
  • Affordable Rural property
  • Comp. Breakfast
From$77
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Bokai Garden Hotel - Rosemead 3633 Rosemead Blvd., Rosemead, CA 91770 ~2.14 miles northwest of South El Monte
  • 3-star Convention Center property
  • Fitness / Gym is on-site
From$80
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Hartford Hotel, BW Signature Collection in Rosemead 8832 Glendon Way, Rosemead, CA 91770 ~2.17 miles northwest of South El Monte
  • 3 star Suburban hotel
  • 6 suites in property
From$104
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Fairfield Inn & Suites Los Angeles Rosemead in Rosemead 705 San Gabriel Blv, Rosemead, CA 91770 ~2.37 miles southwest of South El Monte
  • Affordable hotel
  • Free breakfast available
From$80
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Motel 6 Rosemead, CA - Los Angeles 1001 San Gabriel Blvd., Rosemead, CA 91770 ~2.42 miles west of South El Monte
  • Cheap property
  • 2 floors in property
From$80
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Doubletree by Hilton Los Angeles Rosemead 888 Montebello Blvd., Rosemead, CA 91770 ~2.42 miles southwest of South El Monte
  • Affordable Suburban property
  • 5 floors in hotel
From$80
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Studio 6 Rosemead, CA – Pasadena 3327 Del Mar Ave., Rosemead, CA 91770 ~3.31 miles west of South El Monte
  • Economy Rural hotel
  • 2 floors in hotel
From$67
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Sheraton Los Angeles San Gabriel in San Gabriel 303 East Valley Blvd. San Gabriel Ca 91776, San Gabriel, CA 91776 ~3.44 miles west of South El Monte
  • High-end hotel
  • 288 rooms in property
From$125
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Hilton Los Angeles/San Gabriel 225 West Valley Blvd., San Gabriel, CA 91776 ~3.72 miles west of South El Monte
  • 4-star Suburban hotel
  • 222 rooms in property
From$99
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Motel 6 Los Angeles Ca 1154 South 7th Ave., HACIENDA HEIGHTS, CA 91745 ~4.16 miles southeast of South El Monte
  • Cheap property
From$60
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Howard Johnson Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Pico Rivera in Pico Rivera 9515 Whittier Blvd., Pico Rivera, CA 90660 ~4.34 miles southwest of South El Monte
  • Two-star hotel
  • Check-in: 11:00 AM
From$60
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Baymont by Wyndham Monterey Park in Monterey Park 434 Potrero Grande Dr., Monterey Park, CA 91755 ~4.38 miles west of South El Monte
  • Midscale Downtown property
  • Check in time: 15:00
From$80
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Lincoln Hotel Monterey Park Los Angeles 123 South Lincoln Ave., Monterey Park, CA 91755 ~4.44 miles west of South El Monte
  • Three Star property
  • 7 floors in property
From$110
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Motel 6 Los Angeles Baldwin Ca - BALDWIN PARK 14510 Garvey Ave., BALDWIN PARK, CA 91706 ~4.92 miles east of South El Monte
  • 2-star property
From$60
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Heritage Inn : 11435 Whittier Blvd. 11435 Whittier Blvd., Whittier, CA 90601 ~4.95 miles south of South El Monte
  • Three Star property
  • Check-in: 12:00
From$90
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Travelodge by Wyndham Whittier : 11530 Whittier Blvd. 11530 Whittier Blvd., Whittier, CA 90601 ~5.03 miles south of South El Monte
  • Low Cost hotel
From$60
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Travelodge by Wyndham Whittier : 11530 Whittier Blvd. 11530 Whittier Blvd., Whittier, CA 90606 ~5.04 miles south of South El Monte
  • Mid-scale property
From$80
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Courtyard by Marriott Baldwin Park in Baldwin Park 14635 Baldwin Park Towne Center, Baldwin Park, CA 91706 ~5.14 miles east of South El Monte
  • Mid-scale Suburban hotel
  • Hotel has 17 suites
From$129
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Holiday Inn & Suites Monterey Park - Monterey Park 400 North Atlantic Blvd., Monterey Park, CA 91754 ~5.18 miles west of South El Monte
  • Three Star Downtown hotel
  • Hotel has 136 rooms
From$80
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Home2 Suites by Hilton Los Angeles Montebello in Montebello 988 Via San Clemente, Montebello, CA 90640 ~5.18 miles west of South El Monte
  • 3-star Suburban hotel
  • Hotel has 8 floors
From$118
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Comfort Inn Monterey Park Los Angeles - Monterey Park 588 South Atlantic Blvd., Monterey Park, CA 91754 ~5.19 miles west of South El Monte
  • 2 star Downtown property
  • Check in: 11:00
From$89
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Courtyard by Marriott Los Angeles Monterey Park : 555 North Atlantic Blvd. 555 North Atlantic Blvd., Monterey Park, CA 91754 Website ~5.23 miles west of South El Monte
  • Three Star Highway hotel
  • Gym / Fitness Center Available
From$80
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Hilton Garden Inn Los Angeles Montebello 801 North Via San Clemente, Montebello, CA 90640 ~5.44 miles west of South El Monte
  • Midscale Golf Course property
  • 121 rooms in hotel
From$130
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Days Inn by Wyndham Alhambra Ca 15 North 1st St., Alhambra, CA 91801 ~5.53 miles west of South El Monte
  • Low-priced hotel
From$60
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Comfort Suites Near City of Industry - Los Angeles : 753 Glendora Ave. 753 Glendora Ave., La Puente, CA 91744 ~5.59 miles east of South El Monte
  • Affordable Suburban property
  • Gym is available on property
From$80
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Knights Inn Pico Rivera 6540 South Rosemead Blvd., Pico Rivera, CA 90660 ~5.59 miles southwest of South El Monte
  • Economical hotel
  • 2 floors in property
From$60
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Vagabond Inn Hacienda Heights 1239 South Hacienda Blvd., Long Beach, CA 91745 ~5.62 miles southeast of South El Monte
  • Midscale property
  • 60 rooms in hotel
From$80
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Doubletree by Hilton Whittier Los Angeles : 7320 Greenleaf Ave. 7320 Greenleaf Ave., Whittier, CA 90602 ~5.62 miles south of South El Monte
  • Midscale Suburban hotel
  • Hotel has an eco-friendly policy See more
From$119
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Motel 6 Pico Rivera, CA - Los Angeles : 6623 Rosemead Blvd. 6623 Rosemead Blvd., Pico Rivera, CA 90660 ~5.68 miles southwest of South El Monte
  • Cheap property
  • 2 floors in property
From$60
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Le Meridien Pasadena Arcadia : 130 West Huntington Dr. 130 West Huntington Dr., Arcadia, CA 91007 ~5.79 miles north of South El Monte
  • Four-star Suburban property
  • Fitness center on property
From$125
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DoubleTree by Hilton Monrovia - Pasadena Area 924 West Huntington Dr., Monrovia, CA 91016 ~5.96 miles north of South El Monte
  • 3-star Suburban hotel
  • 171 rooms in property
From$129
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Springhill Suites by Marriott Pasadena Arcadia 99 North 2nd Ave., Arcadia, CA 91006 ~5.98 miles north of South El Monte
  • 3-star Suburban property
  • Access to gym on-site
From$109
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Springhill Suites by Marriott Pasadena Arcadia in Arcadia 99 North 2nd Ave., Arcadia, CA 91006 ~6.00 miles north of South El Monte
  • Affordable Suburban property
  • Hotel has 86 suites
From$95
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Arcadia Pasadena Area : 211 East Huntington Dr. 211 East Huntington Dr., Arcadia, CA 91006 ~6.02 miles north of South El Monte
  • Affordable Suburban property
  • 7 floors in property
From$139
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Hampton Inn Los Angeles/Arcadia/Pasadena : 311 East Huntington Dr. 311 East Huntington Dr., Arcadia, CA 91006 ~6.03 miles north of South El Monte
  • Affordable Suburban property
  • Hotel has 129 rooms
From$125
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Hilton Garden Inn Arcadia/Pasadena Area 199 North 2nd Ave., Arcadia, CA 91006 ~6.04 miles north of South El Monte
  • Affordable Suburban property
  • Check in time: 3:00 P.M.
From$80
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Courtyard by Marriott Los Angeles Pasadena / Monrovia in Monrovia 700 West Huntington Dr., Monrovia, CA 91016 Website ~6.04 miles north of South El Monte
  • Three Star Suburban hotel
  • 152 sleeping rooms in hotel
From$80
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Motel 6 Arcadia, CA - Los Angeles - Pasadena Area 225 Colorado Pl, Arcadia, CA 91007 ~6.07 miles north of South El Monte
  • Inexpensive hotel
From$60
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Residence Inn by Marriott Pasadena Arcadia - Arcadia 321 East Huntington Dr., Arcadia, CA 91006 ~6.07 miles north of South El Monte
  • Mid-scale property
  • Hotel has 2 floors
From$159
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Extended Stay America Suites Los Angeles Monrovia : 930 South 5th Ave. 930 South 5th Ave., Monrovia, CA 91016 ~6.09 miles north of South El Monte
  • 2-star Suburban property
  • 3 floors in property
From$85
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Extended Stay America Suites Los Angeles Arcadia : 401 East Santa Clara St. 401 East Santa Clara St., Arcadia, CA 91006 ~6.10 miles north of South El Monte
  • Three Star hotel
  • Check in time: 3:00pm
From$77
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Americas Best Value Inn Pico Rivera Los Angeles E - Pico Rivera 7222 Rosemead Blvd., Pico Rivera, CA 90660 ~6.10 miles southwest of South El Monte
  • Inexpensive property
  • Check in: 14:00
From$60
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Rates shown are nightly rates before taxes and do not necessarily reflect all South El Monte, CA discounts available. The chart reflects the cheapest South El Monte hotel for each day and each star rating category.

When South El Monte Shines: Identifying the Ideal Travel Season

South El Monte, CA enjoys a Mediterranean climate with warm, dry summers and mild, wet winters, making it a year-round destination. Summer, from June to August, is perfect for outdoor activities like fishing or boating in Legg Lake, or exploring the Whittier Narrows Recreation Area. The city hosts the annual Fourth of July celebration, which includes a spectacular fireworks display. Fall and spring bring pleasant temperatures, ideal for visiting the El Monte Historical Museum or strolling through the city's parks. Even the cooler winter season is mild enough to enjoy outdoor activities, with the city putting on festive events such as the annual Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony. Unlike many other parts of the US, South El Monte experiences no snowfall. Although the most pleasant months to visit South El Monte are typically June, May, and October, even the cooler months of January and February have their own charm. Whenever you choose to travel, South El Monte, CA, promises a weather-friendly experience. Be sure to check the weather forecast and pack accordingly.

Below is a chart of the current pricing seasonality of hotels and motels in South El Monte, CA:

South El Monte by Star Rating

Below are 3 charts demonstrating mean nightly cost trends by star rating class in South El Monte, CA. You can use these charts to determine the most cost effective seasons to stay in South El Monte for your upcoming travels.

Living the Luxe Life: Top-Tier Hotels in South El Monte

For those seeking a little extra comfort on their travels, South El Monte steps up to the mark. The city houses a collection of quality hotels, inns, and suites promising a dose of Californian comfort. These lodgings come with high-grade amenities like comfortable rooms, roomy balconies with pleasant views, and well-maintained fitness centers. Many also host restaurants showcasing a mix of local and global cuisines, alongside relaxed bars for a leisurely drink. For unwinding, guests can take advantage of calm spa services, inviting outdoor pools, and neat gardens. These facilities, due to their strategic locations, also provide easy access to South El Monte's top attractions. Therefore, a trip to South El Monte is not just a visit, it turns into a treat, all thanks to these accommodating establishments.

Travel on a Budget: Affordable Accommodations in South El Monte

3 Star Average Prices: $122.56

South El Monte, CA caters to travelers of all budgets and preferences. The city houses a wide range of affordable hotels, motels, inns, and suites that provide essential amenities without burning a hole in your pocket. The rooms in these budget-friendly hotels are cozy, clean, and equipped with all the necessary conveniences, such as air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and coffee makers. Many of these properties also offer complimentary breakfast to kickstart your day, and some even have on-site fitness centers for those who wish to maintain their workout routine. The friendly service staff at these accommodations are always eager to assist you with local tips and recommendations, ensuring you have a memorable and comfortable stay.

2 Star Average Prices: $68.00

Discounted Delights: Affordable Hotel Deals in South El Monte

Exploring South El Monte doesn't have to be expensive, thanks to a variety of lodging promotions available in this area. Whether you're a solo traveler seeking adventure or a group planning a reunion or business event, HotelPlanner has tailored offers to suit your needs. Seasonal deals are available throughout the year, allowing you to take advantage of the city's year-round attractions and events at a discounted rate. Extended stay deals are perfect for those looking to immerse themselves in the South El Monte experience for a longer period, offering significant savings for longer bookings. Group rates are another attractive feature, providing substantial discounts for larger parties. Solo travelers can also benefit from competitive rates and discounts. With all these enticing deals and discounts, HotelPlanner ensures you can focus on creating unforgettable memories in South El Monte without worrying about your accommodation budget.

Fun Seeker's Guide: Best Things to Do in South El Monte

South El Monte, California is a city full of attractions that cater to a variety of interests. One of the standout destinations is The Shops at Montebello, a premier shopping destination that provides an exceptional retail experience. Spanning over a million square feet, the mall houses an array of both high-end and affordable stores, offering everything from fashion and home goods to electronics and beauty products. With a selection of eateries and entertainment options, The Shops at Montebello provides a comprehensive shopping experience that goes beyond the ordinary. For nature enthusiasts, the Whittier Narrows Recreation Area is a must-visit. Spanning over 1,492 acres, this vast natural oasis is a haven for outdoor activities. Here, you can enjoy a range of activities such as hiking, biking, and bird-watching. The park also offers various sports facilities, including soccer fields, a softball complex, and a shooting range. The serene lakes and beautiful picnic areas make it an ideal spot for a family outing or a relaxing day in the beauty of nature. History buffs will find a treasure trove of information and artifacts at the American Military Museum. This museum houses a remarkable collection of military vehicles and weaponry dating from World War I to the present. Exhibits range from tanks and armored cars to artillery and uniforms, offering an insightful glimpse into the nation's military history. With detailed exhibits and knowledgeable staff, the American Military Museum is an educational and rewarding experience for anyone interested in military history. In summary, South El Monte has something to offer for every traveler. This city is full of fascinating attractions that make it a unique destination to explore.

FAQs about hotels in South El Monte

What are the best rated hotels in South El Monte?

Sheraton Los Angeles San Gabriel, Aqua Inn Motel and Hotel Heritage are the best rated hotels based on customer reviews in the last 365 days.

What are the most luxurious hotels in South El Monte?

Sheraton Los Angeles San Gabriel, Hilton Los Angeles and Le Meridien Pasadena Arcadia are the top 3 luxury hotels near South El Monte city center.

What hotels are closest to the city center of South El Monte?

Park Suites Hotel, Leblanc Inn & Sites, and Motel 6 El Monte, CA - Los Angeles are the properties closest to South El Monte city center.

How much does a cheap hotel in South El Monte cost per night?

In the last year, a 2 star hotel in South El Monte can be as cheap as $68.00 per night. (based on HotelPlanner prices)

How much does a 3 star hotel in South El Monte cost per night?

In the last year, the average 3 star hotel in South El Monte has been $122.56 per night. (based on HotelPlanner prices)

What are the most popular independent hotels in South El Monte?

Aqua Inn Motel, Hotel Heritage and Park Suites Hotel are the best rated independent hotels (not part of a big brand).

What are the best Marriott hotels in South El Monte?

Sheraton Los Angeles San Gabriel, Fairfield Inn & Suites Los Angeles Rosemead and Courtyard by Marriott Baldwin Park are the best rated Marriott/Starwood branded hotels (based on customer reviews score).

What are the most popular Choice Hotels branded hotels in South El Monte?

Comfort Suites Near City of Industry - Los Angeles, Comfort Inn Monterey Park Los Angeles and Quality Inn Rosemead - Los Angeles are the best rated Choice Hotels branded hotels (based on HotelPlanner reviews score).

Recent traveler reviews of South El Monte, CA

Below are reviews of the city of South El Monte, CA from an actual visitor's perspective.

"City beautiful good food Lord C.E.Dukes"
Score 5.0 / 5

Carlos Z., from 11-Jan-2026
"Pleasant Stay"
Score 5.0 / 5

My visit was pleasant.

Gloria A., from 09-Sep-2025
"Great!"
Score 5.0 / 5

Great👍

Thomas U., from 21-Apr-2025
The average traveler rating of the city of South El Monte, CA shown above is 5.0 out of 5 based on 3 reviews
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