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Ayres Lodge Alpine

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1011)
"Great place to stay! "
The price is P6,781
P7,336 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Ayres Lodge Alpine

Viejas Casino & Willows Hotel

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Enjoyed our stay"
The price is P7,043
P8,781 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Viejas Casino & Willows Hotel

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1350)
"The staff is really nice makes me feel at home, helpful and comfortable "
The price is P4,196
P4,624 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego-East/El Cajon

2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1002)
"The hotel was great and the staff are more wonderful and also deserves five stars"
The price is P5,145
P5,670 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego-East/El Cajon

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Enjoyed my stay."
The price is P9,652
P10,636 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego

2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1002)
"Staff was friendly, hotel was clean and breakfast was great"
The price is P6,108
P6,719 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego

Best Inn & Suites

2.0 star property
5.6 out of 10, (88)
"Great stay with reasonable prices "
Best Inn & Suites

Ramada by Wyndham San Diego Poway Miramar

2.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (861)
"Our stay went well, and the hotel is a good value"
The price is P5,372
P5,909 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Ramada by Wyndham San Diego Poway Miramar

Best Western Poway/San Diego Hotel

2.5 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"Was good place to stay. "
The price is P5,591
P6,160 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Best Western Poway/San Diego Hotel

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"The staff was friendly and accommodating! "
The price is P6,739
P7,679 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

Holiday Inn Express La Mesa Near SDSU by IHG

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (378)
"Nice place "
The price is P5,883
P6,482 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Holiday Inn Express La Mesa Near SDSU by IHG

Riviera Oaks Resort

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"It was clean, well kept, nice and quiet, it was what we needed for a little get away."
The price is P4,450
P5,730 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Riviera Oaks Resort

Sycuan Casino Resort

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1497)
"The rooms are very clean and the restaurant options are good too."
Sycuan Casino Resort

Rodeway Inn El Cajon - San Diego East

2.0 star property
5.6 out of 10, (50)
"Great price . Pet friendly "
The price is P4,112
P4,523 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Rodeway Inn El Cajon - San Diego East

Backcountry Inn Motel

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (254)
"Welcome retreat from furnace like heat, I enjoyed the air conditioning and comfortable bed. "
The price is P7,311
P7,895 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Backcountry Inn Motel

Tucker Peak Lodge

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (284)
"Nice place to get away from it all "
The price is P7,217
P7,794 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Tucker Peak Lodge

Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
5.4 out of 10, (243)
"The area was ok, it has good shopping near by."
The price is P3,598
P6,785 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites

Motel 6 La Mesa, CA

2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"Good location clean and quiet.Good staff."
The price is P5,128
P5,641 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Motel 6 La Mesa, CA

Apple Tree Inn

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (935)
"Great location and a lovely cozy feel!"
The price is P6,732
P7,271 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Apple Tree Inn

San Vicente Golf Resort

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (974)
"Nice scenic location, good food and bar"
The price is P7,196
P7,772 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
San Vicente Golf Resort
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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in Descanso?

Rancho Bernardo Inn, located 28.9 mi (46.5 km) from the heart of Descanso, is a top choice for your stay based on our traveler data. Other good choices for your visit to the area are Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego and Courtyard by Marriott San Diego - Rancho Bernardo. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Descanso.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Descanso, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Descanso.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Descanso?

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What's the best place to stay with easy access to Lake Cuyamaca?

Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat and Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this 3-star lodge offers free parking and private lanais. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Lake Cuyamaca. Another good option is Enjoy the spectacular views from the balcony and cabin at this mountain location, located just 0.5 mi (0.8 km) away.

What about the best place to stay close to Cuyamaca Rancho State Park?

One of the top choices for your stay is Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat and Spa, located 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Cuyamaca Rancho State Park, and this 3-star lodge offers free parking and private lanais. Enjoy the spectacular views from the balcony and cabin at this mountain location and The Ranch Luxe Mountain Home are two other good choices within 5 miles.

What are some accommodations with pools in Descanso?

Rancho Bernardo Inn: Features 2 restaurants, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego and Courtyard by Marriott San Diego - Rancho Bernardo are two additional hotels that feature an onsite pool. View all hotels with pools in Descanso.

What's the best place to stay near San Diego International Airport (SAN)?

Sheraton San Diego Hotel and Marina is a popular 4-star hotel featuring a marina and 3 outdoor pools. It's located a short 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from San Diego Intl. Airport. Other places to stay near the airport are  Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station and Wyndham San Diego Bayside.

What is staying in Descanso like?

Visitors can enjoy all that Descanso has to offer including the shopping and restaurants. In Descanso, there are 9 hotels and other accommodations to choose from. Find out more about Descanso.

What should I do while I'm visiting Descanso?

Natural beauty is on display at Lake Cuyamaca, Anza Borrego Desert State Park, and Cuyamaca Mountain State Wilderness. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Descanso Branch San Diego County Library and Pine Creek Wilderness. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's Descanso guide.

What's the weather like in Descanso?

The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 73°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 54°F. Average annual precipitation for Descanso is 12 inches.