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Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

3.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, near Parkway Plaza

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Exterior
Reception
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, desk
Property amenity
Lobby

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available

Room options

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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32-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV

Studio, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Down duvet
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Down duvet
Sofa bed
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Down duvet
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, desk

Studio, Multiple Beds (Hearing Accessible)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Down duvet
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, desk

Studio, Multiple Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Down duvet
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

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141 North Magnolia Avenue, El Cajon, CA, 92020

What's nearby

  • The Magnolia - 6 min walk
  • Superior Court East County Division - 7 min walk
  • Parkway Plaza - 3 min drive
  • Grossmont College - 8 min drive
  • San Diego State University - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Arnele Avenue Station - 6 min drive
  • Old Town Transit Center - 17 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mal Al Sham - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Funky Fries and Burgers - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Victoria Mexican Food - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

Hotel near Parkway Plaza
Located close to Grossmont College, Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon provides a grocery/convenience store, a firepit, and a garden. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, The Bistro, offers breakfast and dinner. In addition to a library and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
  • Meeting rooms, a TV in the lobby, and a front-desk safe
  • Smoke-free premises, a water dispenser, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 120 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like desk chairs and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and microwaves

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 10 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; USD 7 to 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • The Bistro

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 48,438 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Transfer shower
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Built in 2017
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 7 to 15 per person
  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 10.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • 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.

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)

We should mention

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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Courtyard Marriott San Diego El Cajon Hotel
Courtyard Marriott San Diego El Cajon
Courtyard riott Diego Cajon
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon El Cajon
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon Hotel El Cajon

Frequently asked questions

Does Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM–10:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?

As of Feb 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon on Mar 2, 2025 start from CA $218.3, 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 Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?

Self parking is available for USD 10.00 per day.

What time is check-in at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon located?

Situated in El Cajon, this hotel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Parkway Plaza and within 9 mi (15 km) of Grossmont College and Santee Lakes. San Diego State University and Mission Trails Regional Park are also within 9 mi (15 km). El Cajon Transit Center Station is 22 minutes by foot and Arnele Avenue Station is 26 minutes.

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Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 727 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 164 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1005 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Salbi

Very clean and up to date property and rooms
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Great staff clean rooms !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

True

The hotel was well kept and the staff was great. The hotel is right next to the El Cajon Police HQ and City Hall, so i felt safe
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

True

Everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shant

Awesome
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Easy check in and great place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rajh

I really enjoyed the pool and jacuzzi. Everything was walking distance. I actually live in the same city but I just decided to take a Daycation. Enjoy my time there plan on coming back again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

David

Quiet, Clean, easy to find and lots of eating/ coffee shops around the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mena

Loved stayed here!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean

The front desk employees were extremely friendly and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Silvia

The hotel provides all services and make it very easy for guest
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

WISSAM

It was very quiet and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ali

Great hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Rafael

happy
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teddy

I like it everything thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isaiah

Very nice and convenient to local stores. Staff members are friendly and nice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

ANDREA

Loved my stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

mazin

Really good hotel
Great hotel very clean nice rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Great place to stay and I highly recommend this place. The pool is amazing warm and nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Carmen

M
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Guillermo noe

Hotel in excellent conditions and many areas to gather. Loved the shower and the food
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Clean and quiet!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

UNGELA

I Would recommend this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

ANDREA

Enjoyed my stay for the 2nd time around and will continue to stay at the property when in San Diego
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024