Rodeway Inn El Cajon - San Diego East

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Rodeway Inn
7.2 (83 reviews)
1368 E Main St, El Cajon, California, 92021 , El Cajon , US
1-6194448147

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Pets allowed

Facilities

Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Bicycle rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Smoke-free property
Wheelchair accessible parking
Free self parking
Housekeeping on request
Casino nearby
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Helpful staff
Spacious rooms
Cons:
Dirty rooms
Poor maintenance
Unpleasant odor

Categories

Cleanliness
4.8
Multiple reviews describe the hotel as dirty and poorly maintained.
Service
8.8
Some reviews indicate the staff was helpful and polite.
Location
8.8
Location was noted positively in one review stating it was great.
Room Quality
5.8
Rooms were mentioned as old and chipped with some issues.
Amenities
7.8
Some reviews mentioned good amenities like a large TV and WiFi.
Value for Money
5.8
Expectations were not met for the price paid.
Food and Beverage
7.8
Not directly mentioned, but standard for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
8
Mixed feelings overall, with serious concerns about cleanliness.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 00:18

Property Description

Experience comfort and convenience at Rodeway Inn El Cajon - San Diego East, your perfect getaway in sunny California.

Accommodations
Relax in one of our 35 individually furnished guest rooms featuring kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves. Enjoy your favorite shows on our large 65-inch Smart televisions, while complimentary Wi-Fi keeps you connected.

Convenient Amenities
Benefit from our 24-hour front desk and on-site laundry facilities for added convenience. With free self-parking, your stay is stress-free from the moment you arrive.

Explore the Area
Enjoy nearby attractions like Wells Dog Park and Art World Western Heritage Gallery, along with fantastic hiking and biking trails just minutes away.

Don’t miss out on an unforgettable experience—book your stay at Rodeway Inn El Cajon today!

Important information:

This smoke-free hotel features bicycle rentals nearby and hiking/biking trails nearby.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Only dogs and cats are allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

  • Pets

    Pets allowed

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Location

Guest Reviews

7.2
Based on 83 reviews
Cleanliness: 4.8
Service: 8.8
Location: 8.8
Room Quality: 5.8
Amenities: 7.8
Value for Money: 5.8
Food and Beverage: 7.8
Overall Experience: 8
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Daniel • couple • us
1
Disgusting. Never book at this site.
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Roaches, termites, filthy

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Khaleel • couple • us
1
Pros:

Not clean also they have bags

Cons:

Not clan

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Ashley • couple • us
10
Pros:

Everything looks decent

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Jerry • solo_traveller • us
5
Pros:

⁹

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Adrian • family_with_children • us
1
It was horrible
Pros:

nothing at all

Cons:

The parking lot was full of drug addicts and drug sales prostitution!! Gang activity it was a lot going on and my kids were so scared they were not allowed to stay there out of fear!!! The room floors and walls were filthy sticky and the shower did not work !! It was not a safe place

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Jill • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

I have stayed at a lot of motels in El Cajon, I have to say this is my FAVORITE! The room was clean and spacious. I was so excited to see a large fridge/freezer. Nicely decorated as well. Everyone at the front desk has always been so helpful. I love this place

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Anna • couple • us
6
I really didn't like it
Pros:

The motel is really old

Cons:

It's in a place where people live in that motel and it's really kind of scary to stay there

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Jonathan • solo_traveller • us
1
Don’t book with booking.com or this Rodeway Inn. Spent $8k on rooms for employees and can’t get my money back
Pros:

LOOKS NOTHING LIKE THE PHOTOS ONLINE! DO NOT STAY HERE! This is crackhead capital. You will literally see people shooting up. Roaches, microwave was disgusting, bed had stains, unfinished cabinets like a construction job, broken lamp, just disgusting

Cons:

Every single thing. Absolute liars with the photos they have online

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Peter • solo_traveller • us
4
Pros:

Nothing I like there because it's home less

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
G
Gonzalo • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Jessica • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Ashley • couple • us
10
Pros:

Good stay .

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Loretta • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • solo_traveller • us
1
Terrible
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

The floor was dirty, the restroom doorway was broken, bathroom sink was dirty, mirror was dirty, bed cover was dirty and full of pet hair

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Armelin • couple • us
1
2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Ayala • solo_traveller • us
1
Constant edge
Cons:

The area is really bad

2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
C
Cruz • couple • us
8
2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
G
Gary • couple • us
9
Expected kitchen
2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
G
Gloria • couple • us
10
Pros:

Everything is comfortable.We come every year but I see new management this year.Liked the donuts.

Cons:

People hanging out

2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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Smity • solo_traveller • us
9
Looks decent stay
Pros:

Loved the donuts in the morning.No rodeway serves donuts .But I came to right spot.Managers are cool.TV doesn’t work but maintainace came to fix it ontime.most of them are weekly stays.

Cons:

Banging on walls

2026-04-05 • via Nuitee