Ocotillo Inn

Hotels
7.9 (518 reviews)
1455 Ocotillo Drive , El Centro , us

Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Pets allowed
Laundry
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
Hot tub/Jacuzzi
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Helpful/friendly staff
Convenient location (near freeway/airport)
Denny's attached with guest discount
Comfortable bed mentioned multiple times
Good value / reasonably priced
Easy check-in / no deposit
Cons:
Cleanliness issues (mold in tub, dirty jacuzzi, smelly carpets)
Amenities problems (no breakfast, limited pool hours, poor TV/channel selection)
AC noisy/older and sometimes struggling
Rooms dated, small bathrooms, some smells
Key/card failures and occasional room maintenance problems (back door, TV, elevator absence)
Bathroom could use paint

Categories

Cleanliness
6.2
Mixed but notable cleanliness issues: reports of black mold around the tub, very dirty jacuzzi, and foul-smelling carpets in hallways and rooms, though some guests also described rooms as clean.
Service
9.7
Consistently positive service feedback: multiple mentions of helpful, friendly and professional staff and excellent check-in experiences.
Location
9.4
Strong location sentiment: repeatedly praised for proximity to freeway, airport access and an on-site/adjacent Denny's with guest discount.
Room Quality
6.5
Several complaints about dated rooms, small bathrooms, odd shower layout, semi-firm beds, card keys failing, and occasional smells; some found rooms comfortable.
Amenities
5.8
Amenities received multiple negatives: no breakfast available now, limited pool hours, noisy/struggling AC, poor TV service and channel selection, lack of elevator for 2nd floor; Denny's adjacency is a plus.
Value for Money
9
Many guests called the hotel reasonably priced or good value, highlighting cost-effectiveness and that it 'works' for short stays.
Food and Beverage
7.6
Mixed F&B sentiment: no on-site breakfast (negative) but advantage of Denny's next door with a 10% guest discount; overall slightly positive-to-neutral.
Overall Experience
9
Overall impressions skew positive with several highly satisfied repeat guests praising staff, cleanliness in some stays, and value; tempered by issues with cleanliness, amenities and dated rooms for some visitors.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-11 14:12

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Experience a lavish stay at Ocotillo Inn, a prestigious 4-star property nestled in El Centro. Our elegant rooms are designed to provide utmost comfort and style, ensuring a memorable stay for our guests.

Top-Notch Amenities
Enjoy access to our state-of-the-art fitness centre, perfect for those looking to stay active during their travels. Our 24-hour front desk is always ready to assist, ensuring your needs are met promptly and efficiently.

Convenient Location
Situated just 26 km from Estadio B Air and a mere 6 km from Imperial County Airport, Ocotillo Inn offers unparalleled convenience for travelers. Explore the nearby attractions or simply relax in the comfort of our premium facilities.

Book your stay at Ocotillo Inn now and indulge in luxury and convenience during your visit to El Centro.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: YUM

Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 518 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.2
Service: 9.7
Location: 9.4
Room Quality: 6.5
Amenities: 5.8
Value for Money: 9
Food and Beverage: 7.6
Overall Experience: 9
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Ibeth couple us
10
2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Emilia solo_traveller us
10
2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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Jack couple us
6
2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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michael solo_traveller us
9
Pros:

Convenient, clean friendly

2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Chris extended_group us
7
Pros:

Comfortable bed. Helpful staff.

Cons:

No A/C so we opened a window. No big deal there except the gas station across the street played music too loud literally all night long. I thought there was a band playing, nope, just gas station music that was not played during the day.

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
B
Brenda couple us
10
2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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Brenda couple us
10
2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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robert couple us
7
great price and location for passing through
Pros:

ease of checking in
Denny's is open 24 hours and is attached to the property
freeway access

Cons:

AC is a bit older and was struggling, also noisy

2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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Yessenia extended_group us
10
2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Mindy solo_traveller us
3
Needs to be updated or no longer rented as a motel
Pros:

Location close to airport

Cons:

Bathtub had black mold all around where tub meets wall and on the floor

2026-07-08 via Nuitee
B
Brenda couple us
10
2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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Ruben family_with_children us
5
Regular
Pros:

La alberca estuvo bien
La habitación está bien
Buena ubicación

Cons:

El jacuzzi estaba muy sucio
Las alfombras del.pasillo y habitación huelen mal.
Las llaves de tarjeta dejaban de funcionar, en una sola noche tuvimos que cambiar dos veces

2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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Deyner solo_traveller us
10
2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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ceecee couple us
10
We stay here often when out photographing Off Road Races and just for togetherness other times.
Pros:

No breakfast available anymore =(

Cons:

Get different TV service provider! Please. Too many religious and infomercial channels!! Need more movies, Discovery channel, History, etc. Please!

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Priscilla solo_traveller us
10
2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Axel solo_traveller mx
9
2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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Jennifer solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

Very nice

2026-06-14 via Nuitee
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esparza solo_traveller us
7
Pros:

NOOOO ME GUSTO EL HORARIO DE LA ALBERCA
POR EL CLIMA LA ALBERCA SOLO SE PUEDE USAR DE 7 PM Y CIERRAN LA ALBERCA A LAS 9 PM
OSEA SOLO PUDIMOS USAR LA ALBERCA POR 2 HORAS
ESO NOOOOO ME GUSTO

Cons:

No me gusto el horario dd la alberca

2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Danette solo_traveller us
8
The 4 C's!
Pros:

It was convenient, cost effective, relatively comfortable. Clean.Cass! Dennys next door was a bonus with 10% off as a guest. This place works for the time I need to be in town. Also like that there is no extra deposit

Cons:

Seemed like the building was designed for people of shorter stature as I was able to touch the ceiling in most parts of the motel. The bathroom was very small and the shower was built at a weird angle. The beds were semi harder then I was used too.

2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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Axel solo_traveller us
10
2026-05-13 via Nuitee