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Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

3.0 star property
Hotel with an outdoor pool, near Parkway Plaza

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Exterior
Lobby
Reception
Garden
Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available
The current price is AU$269
includes taxes & fees
22 June - 23 June

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141 North Magnolia Avenue, El Cajon, CA, 92020
  • The Magnolia
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Parkway Plaza
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • San Diego State University
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Down duvet
  • 36 sq m
  • 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
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Down duvet
  • 36 sq m
  • 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
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Studio, Multiple Beds (Hearing Accessible)

Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk

Studio, Multiple Beds (Hearing Accessible)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Down duvet
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Studio, Multiple Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk

Studio, Multiple Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

El Cajon

At Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon, you'll be 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Parkway Plaza and 8 km (4.9 mi) from Grossmont College. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, The Bistro, serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. 48438 square feet (4500 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class El Cajon hotel include Santee Lakes and San Diego State University.

What's nearby

  • The Magnolia - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Parkway Plaza - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Grossmont College - 7 min drive - 5.2 km
  • San Diego State University - 11 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Sycuan Casino - 18 min drive - 16.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Mal Al Sham - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Funky Fries and Burgers - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

Hotel with an outdoor pool, near Parkway Plaza
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business centre and meeting rooms are available.

Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 48438 square feet (4500 square metres) and includes conference space. An outdoor pool, a library, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3-star El Cajon hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 120 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 48438 sq ft of conference space
  • 4500 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2017
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Corner/local shop
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon offers 120 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels.

Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

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  • Breakfast included
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  • Parking included
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The price is AU$336
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Uncovered 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 centre
  • 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
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical sockets 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 centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • 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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your 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

What is the cancellation policy at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 13 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon on 22 June 2025 start from AU$269.23, including 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 parking available at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?

Yep, Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon has an uncovered self car park with in/out privileges for USD 10.00 per day.

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

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

What makes Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon.

Does Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order brekkie is served on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?

No, Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves American cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 728 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 161 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1001 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

Robin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

byron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot for a stay when visiting for a performance at The Magnolia. Friendly staff. Clean hotel with modern facilities. We will use again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everyone was very friendly, especially the bar and restaurant workers
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janae

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erick

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Shane Maverick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The pillows were very soft and did not offer any support. The bedspread is white(a no,no) and felt very stiff and plasticky. The parking spots are very narrow and are difficult to park a midsized SUV in them. The staff was nice and the overall hotel is good, but after 6 nights, the pullows and bedspread made it very uncomfortable. There was no actual blanket in the room.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert and Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

perfect

always special when everything is perfect at your hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darell

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mauricio

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

ANDREA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Be safe!!

There were men standing at the lobby door late night who were preying on drunk women who were guests of the hotel (including myself)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chastity

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Salbi

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and up to date property and rooms
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shant

Travelled with family
Awesome
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointing Stay Despite Friendly Staff

I have stayed at many Courtyard Marriott locations during my business trips, but unfortunately, this particular stay did not meet expectations. While the front desk staff were friendly and accommodating, the overall experience was disappointing. Upon arrival, my room did not appear to have been thoroughly cleaned. I found leftover yogurt in the fridge from a previous guest, the toilet was not properly cleaned, and there was a used razor still in the shower. Additionally, I experienced noise disturbances throughout the night from the guests above me. Despite calling the front desk for assistance, the issue was not resolved, leading to a restless night. When I attempted to call the front desk about the cleanliness concerns, my room phone was not working, though they did replace it upon request. Given my past positive experiences with Courtyard Marriott, I was surprised by the lack of attention to cleanliness and guest comfort at this location. I hope management takes steps to improve these issues, as this experience has made me reconsider staying at this particular property in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Mel, San Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff clean rooms !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isaac

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025