Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego

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Hampton Inn
8.6 (464 reviews)
1025 N. Magnolia Av , El Cajon , US
+1 619-312-0091

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Business center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great staff
Spacious rooms
Good breakfast
Convenient amenities
Cons:
Limited breakfast options
Busy parking lot
Concerns about surrounding area

Categories

Cleanliness
8.29
Overall clean rooms noted, but some issues with trash collection schedule mentioned.
Service
9.06
Staff described as professional, friendly, and accommodating, with a particularly positive mention of Sebastian.
Location
8.51
Convenient location but concerns about busy parking lot and nearby unhoused persons.
Room Quality
8.65
Spacious and comfortable rooms noted, with great amenities for tech and comfort.
Amenities
9.08
Good amenities highlighted including pool, wifi, and decent breakfast options available.
Value for Money
8.45
Considered somewhat pricey, but offers good value for the quality of stay.
Food and Beverage
8.09
Breakfast could offer more variety, but generally good quality food.
Overall Experience
8.66
Overall positive experience with intentions to return and recommend others.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 23:29

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation with Prime Location

Outdoor Swimming Pool: Enjoy a refreshing dip in our outdoor swimming pool, perfect for relaxation after a day of exploring nearby attractions like San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park.

Complimentary Amenities: Benefit from free WiFi throughout the property and start your day right with a buffet, continental, or American breakfast.

Multilingual Staff: Our reception staff fluent in Arabic, English, Spanish, and Hebrew are dedicated to providing exceptional service and ensuring your stay is comfortable and stress-free.

Experience comfort and convenience at Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego. Book now to secure your stay at our welcoming property.

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: 12:00 PM
Airport code: SAN

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 464 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.29
Service: 9.06
Location: 8.51
Room Quality: 8.65
Amenities: 9.08
Value for Money: 8.45
Food and Beverage: 8.09
Overall Experience: 8.66
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Travel-soul • solo_traveller • us
8
Cons:

I guess that's how much cost in san diego is. It's CA🤷‍♀️.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Luis • extended_group • us
10
Great overall!
Pros:

All good all clean, elegant, a tall ceiling in the front lobby. Breakfast was good.

Cons:

Didn’t see hot sauce when I grabbed breakfast

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Edgar • couple • us
10
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Juan • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Richie Moreno • solo_traveller • mx
8
Pros:

Everything waa fine, breakfast can improve

Cons:

Prices were to high

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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munoz • couple • us
10
Pros:

Love it.

Cons:

Customer service is great.

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Angelica • family_with_children • us
6
The hotel is in a great location with many restaurants nearby. However, having clean and well maintained bathrooms is ve
Pros:

liked the location. It was convenient and made it easy to get around.

Cons:

The bathrooms are in poor condition and could use some renovations and better maintenance.

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Parra • couple • us
10
2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Painter • couple • us
10
It was relaxing and comforting stay nice view
Pros:

Amazing

Cons:

I couldn't stay an extra day

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Sonia • extended_group • us
10
2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Anjelica • family_with_children • us
1
Cons:

Roaches and filthy absolutely disgusting

2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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munoz • couple • us
10
2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Freda • family_with_children • us
10
Cons:

I wish the property had dorm size fridges at minmum instead of only mini-fridges

2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Patricia Quinter • couple • us
9
Pros:

Dogs allowed, close to shopping & restaurants.

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Baying • couple • us
10
Pros:

I LIKE THE LOCATION ITS CLOSE TO EVERYTHING EXCEPT THE PARKING TO CROWDED

Cons:

THE PARKING

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Jessica • couple • us
8
Great staff, nice rooms
Pros:

Clean rooms lots of space in room. Staff was super helpful with parking issues.

Cons:

Parking was insane! It is right next to In and Out burger so the line blocks parking and the actual parking lot is shared with the surrounding businesses. Very very busy.

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Robert • couple • us
9
2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Villanueva • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Nicole • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

Very clean and the staff were very nice

Cons:

The traffic from the in and out in the parking lot . Made it hard to park at the hotel

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Susan L • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-06-05 • via Nuitee