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Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East

3.0 star property
Lounge by the pool under shaded umbrellas or fuel up for your day near Grossmont College. A 24-hour front desk ensures your stay is seamless.

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Interior
Front of property
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included

Room options

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Showing 9 of 9 rooms

Family Suite, 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, Bunk Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

One Room Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Sofa Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pet Friendly, Non Smoking

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pet Friendly, Non Smoking

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

One Bedroom Suite, 1 King Bed, Soaking Tub, Non Smoking

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Bathtub

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible Roll-In Shower, Non Smoking

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Pet Friendly, Non Smoking

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Pet Friendly, Non Smoking

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Pet Friendly, Non Smoking

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
855 Sandalwood Drive, El Cajon, CA, 92021

What's nearby

  • Superior Court East County Division - 19 min walk
  • The Magnolia - 2 min drive
  • Parkway Plaza - 3 min drive
  • Grossmont College - 8 min drive
  • San Diego State University - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Grossmont Transit Center - 7 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 18 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Mal Al Sham - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Denny's - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East

Hotel near San Diego State University
Located close to Grossmont College, Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East provides free continental breakfast, a fireplace in the lobby, and a gym. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and a business center are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, an elevator, and multilingual staff
  • A 24-hour front desk, coffee/tea in the lobby, and a gift shop
Room features
All guestrooms at Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs.
Other amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 35-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and refrigerators

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Free crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 35-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 110 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Best Western Continental
Best Western Continental El Cajon
Best Western Continental Inn
Best Western Continental Inn El Cajon
Continental Best Western
El Cajon Best Western
Best Western El Cajon
Best Western Continental Hotel El Cajon
Continental Inn Suites
Best Western Continental Inn
Clarion Pointe El Cajon Diego
Best Western Plus Continental Inn
Best Western Plus Continental Inn Suites
Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East Hotel
Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East El Cajon
Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East Hotel El Cajon

Frequently asked questions

Does Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–9:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East?

As of Feb 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East on Mar 2, 2025 start from CA $133.74, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 110 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 25 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 25 (subject to availability).

Where is Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East located?

Located in the heart of El Cajon, this hotel is 4.8 mi (7.6 km) from Grossmont College and 9.4 mi (15.1 km) from San Diego State University. Snapdragon Stadium and Barona Casino are also within 16 mi (25 km).

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Clarion Pointe El Cajon San Diego East Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 197 out of 890 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 227 out of 890 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 194 out of 890 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 127 out of 890 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 145 out of 890 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

5.4/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
It was a low star hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
TV didn’t work. Room desperately needs an upgrade or deep cleaning. Staff were not very accommodating. Noisy surroundings….weak WIFI…
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Holly-Emily

Disliked: Cleanliness
It looked clean and nice in the room but the area looked sketchy. Then found a bug on our pillow when we left.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Courtney

It was excellent for the price. The front desk girl was extremely helpful and friendly. The hotel was just next to the freeway and in a bit of a sketchy area with a gas station in the same parking lot so I felt a little uncomfortable there. There were sketchy people, seemingly homeless, hanging around behind the gas station in the parking lot nearby when we pulled in. The phone in my room was not plugged in and the front desk girl said they didn't finish updating the phones in our half of the building yet. So I suppose that means they have fixed that now, but it was definitely a little creepy that the phone didn't work in our room while we were there. There was also two TVs in our room, one in the living room area and one in the bedroom, but we only had one set of remotes. Overall, it was definitely a low-end hotel, but it was cheap and NO bed bugs, so I would stay there again if I need a cheap stay in the area. It seems like they were actively making improvements to the hotel so regardless of the location, I think they are trying to make it better. The tub/shower was definitely nice and big.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Erik

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The office gal was friendly, the the actual building is extremely run down…n there’s homeless people all around. Lots of run down cars with people living in the motel and in their cars…
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyqueese

Everything
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Great place to stay!
A very enjoyable experience
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Colleen

Room was clean and comfortable. Hotel exterior needs updating.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Susan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I did not stay there, I paid through expedia, it was a late booking and non refundable. I got there and didnt even want to get out of the car. Not the best neighborhood, I went somewhere else. I was alone but even if I had been with my husband, I wouldn't have stayed. I never saw the room, it may have been fine but the people wandering around outside was unsettling. It was very run down outside and in the office. Bad experience.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Eduardo

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
No words needed
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

MariLu

I liked everything.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Albert

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Properly is very dirty
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Easy access to the freeway close to Dennys restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

4/10 Poor

Son

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Noisy at night questionable people around the property
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Stephanie

When I say dirty, only the vinyl floors were dirty everything else was clean. More towels in the room would have been nice but the front desk was very helpful when we needed them.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

The staff was very professional and nice. The room was really big and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Aida

Everything was good,pleasant stayed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine G.

Excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

Felipe

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No wifi
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Lijo

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
No safety. Windows were broken. Not good for a family with children.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Dylan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of the front staff was rude and the location was sketchy with a lot of people outside late at night. Felt un safe.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Megan Ann

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The window in the ground floor bedroom was made of plexiglass that bowed out- you could put your hand through, there as also no window lock. The area was surround by houseless individuals with dogs that had to be muzzled. We checked out and were told they would refund and that we had to contact Orbitz. I’m still waiting - the first attempt from Orbitz, they were told they did not know what I was talking about. This property should not be on Orbitz.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Don't stay here.
Wifi didn't work, television didn't work, with cabling and wiring hanging out of the walls and outlet, pool and spa were closed. Front desk attitude was basically a sorry we're working on it and offered no fix or offer of compensation or discount.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Nicholas

I like it it was pretty comfortable and elegant
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

shari

Friendliness and kindest group of people
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023