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A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a central courtyard with palm trees and a well-lit entrance.

A modern lobby with a stone wall, a fireplace, and contemporary furniture.

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a bar, and a pool.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception area, seating, and a fireplace.

1. Viejas Casino & Willows Hotel

Alpine

$117

$147 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A hotel with a covered patio area featuring outdoor seating and a fire pit.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a barbecue grill, and a sign for 'AYRES LODGE'.

A restaurant with a wooden interior, granite countertops, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A woman running on a treadmill in a gym with exercise equipment and a wall with informational posters.

2. Ayres Lodge Alpine

Alpine

$112

$121 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A hot tub with a mountain view, surrounded by trees and a body of water.

A spacious living room with large windows offering scenic lake views, a chandelier, and a glass-top coffee table.

A spacious kitchen with a large island, wooden bar stools, and a view of the outdoors.

A two-story house with a large balcony and a spacious patio area, surrounded by a grassy landscape and a clear night sky.

3. Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat and Spa

Julian

$125

$135 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A swimming pool with palm trees and a mountain in the background.

A modern lounge area with dark-toned seating, a central coffee table, and a stone accent wall.

A modern lounge area with leather seating, a central fire feature, and geometric patterned railings.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles on shelves.

4. Sycuan Casino Resort

El Cajon

$99

$121 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a tennis court, and mountains in the background.

A pool table with a view of a mountainous landscape through large windows.

A reception area with a marble and wood reception desk, two hanging pendant lights, a wooden floor, a grey armchair, and a painting of a tree on the wall.

5. Riviera Oaks Resort by Coolvacay

San Diego Country Estates

$108

$133 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A large, two-story wooden house with a stone chimney, a covered porch, and a wooden deck.

A spacious living area with a wooden staircase, a second-floor balcony, and a stone wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a fireplace, and a television.

A wooden building with a balcony overlooking a forested area.

6. Tucker Peak Lodge

Julian

$134

$145 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A two-story building with a porch and a flag.

A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and hand dryer.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a dresser, a television, and framed pictures on the wall.

A living room with a ceiling fan, a sofa, a coffee table, and a floral-patterned couch.

7. Julian Lodge

Julian

$86

$93 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

An outdoor patio with wooden flooring, wicker chairs, and tables.

A wedding ceremony with guests seated on wooden chairs, a couple at the altar, and a backdrop of palm trees and flowers.

A sign for San Vicente Resort, The Oaks Grille & Par Lounge, surrounded by a landscaped garden with various plants and flowers.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple ceiling fans, and bar stools.

8. San Vicente Golf Resort

San Diego Country Estates

$105

$114 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

A historic hotel with a traditional facade, a front porch, and a sign indicating special rates mid-week savings.

A traditional dining room with a wooden table, chairs, a bookshelf, and a cabinet with china and glassware.

A porch with potted plants and outdoor furniture.

9. Julian Gold Rush Hotel

Julian

$124

$133 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

Two wooden chairs and a small table with a vase of flowers and bottles, set in a natural outdoor area with rocks and trees.

A dining area with a wooden table, white chairs, and a chandelier.

A spacious living room with a brown leather sofa, a white armchair, and a brown couch. There is a coffee table with a vase of flowers and a television on the right. The room has large windows with curtains, a dining area in the background, and a wooden cabinet labeled "FARMHOUSE."

A spacious living room with a brown leather sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a dining area in the background.

10. Apple Tree Inn

Julian

$127

$137 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A two-story house with a stone chimney, large windows, and a patio with outdoor furniture.

A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows offering natural light.

A spacious living area with a wooden staircase, a fireplace, and a large chandelier.

A dining area with a view of the outdoors, featuring a stone pillar, wooden furniture, and hanging lights.

11. Orchard Hill

Julian

$188

$236 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

A well-maintained garden with various plants and a lawn, surrounded by multi-story buildings with balconies.

A hallway with wooden doors and framed pictures on the walls.

A hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a fireplace.

A modern two-story building with a balcony, surrounded by natural landscape and mountains.

12. San Diego Country Estates

San Diego Country Estates

$88

$122 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A building with a porch, wooden beams, and hanging flower baskets.

A hotel lobby with a wooden wall, a bulletin board with travel brochures, a bench, and potted plants.

A bedroom with a wooden bed, two bedside tables, a window with blinds, and two pendant lights.

A hallway with wooden paneling, a clock, a coffee machine, and a sign that says "Coffee, Anyone?".

13. Ramona Valley Inn

Ramona

$65

$74 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a lamp, and a view of the mountains.

A multi-story building with a prominent 'Jamul Casino Resort' sign, large windows, and a flat roof.

A modern bar area with a large mirror, a bar stool, and shelves stocked with bottles.

14. Jamul Casino Resort

Jamul

$189

$208 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A stationary stagecoach with a platform and railings, set against a backdrop of a clear sky and distant mountains.

A desert landscape with a mountain in the background, a gravel path, and a picnic table.

A rustic wooden structure with a pitched roof, brick walls, and a chimney.

A fenced pool area with a table and chairs, a trash bin, and a dog.

15. Stagecoach Trails RV Resort

Julian

$42

$46 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A pool area with lounge chairs and a hot tub, surrounded by a multi-level building with balconies.

A hotel room with a dining table, two chairs, a sofa, a TV, a cabinet, and a patterned carpet.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a mini-fridge, a microwave, a sofa with patterned cushions, a coffee table, a desk with a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.

16. Best Western Santee Lodge

Santee

$112

$124 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A room with wicker chairs, a small table, and a potted plant.

A room with a wooden reception desk, two wicker chairs, a small table, and a potted plant.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, a chair, and a small table.

A room with wicker furniture, a small table, and a radiator. There are curtains on the windows, and a plant is visible on the windowsill.

17. Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East

Santee

$85

$96 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

A motel with a white facade, a red truck parked in front, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A modern bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, and vanity.

A two-story motel with a red-tiled roof, a staircase leading to the upper floor, and a parking lot with a blue car.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a lamp, and a ceiling light.

18. Backcountry Inn Motel

Boulevard

$128

$138 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A hotel room with two beds, a large landscape painting above the beds, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A modern living room with a sofa set, coffee table, and a potted plant.

A reception area with a wooden counter, framed pictures on the wall, and a view of the parking lot through the glass door.

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a seating area with sofas and a coffee table, large windows with blinds, and a visible Coca-Cola advertisement.

19. Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego-East/El Cajon

El Cajon

$84

$93 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a stone facade, and a clear sky.

A modern living room with a wooden dining table, grey sofas, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a grey carpet, and a glass door entrance.

A compact kitchenette with a refrigerator, microwave, sink, and wooden cabinets.

20. WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast

Santee

$89

$98 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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Go beyond your typical stay in Descanso

Top landmarks in Descanso

Cuyamaca Meadow Nature Preserve

10.0/10 (1 review)

Cuyamaca Meadow Nature Preserve is 9.1 mi (14.7 km) from central Descanso, why not stop by during your stay.

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Descanso Branch San Diego County Library

Descanso Branch San Diego County Library is worth a visit, located 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from central Descanso.

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Learn more about Descanso

Descanso is well-known for its attractions such as Lake Cuyamaca and Anza Borrego Desert State Park.

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Check out reviews of Descanso hotels guests love

Ayres Lodge Alpine

Alpine

10/10 Exceptional

Alyssa

Riviera Oaks Resort by Coolvacay

San Diego Country Estates

10/10 Exceptional

Dave

Julian Lodge

Julian

10/10 Exceptional

Carmen

A modern restaurant with a bar area, dining tables, and chairs.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a window with curtains.

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a textured wall and a reception desk with a built-in computer.

A Courtyard Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a parking area.

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

Downtown El Cajon

10/10 Exceptional

Great place. I felt safe, staff, particularly Michael at the check in desk was super helpful….. he needs a raise please. I TRIED to buy some snacks from the mini “ convenience” store my 2nd day and the line was out the door. Some guy cut me in line (because I’m a woman I’m sure) and the employee was just standing there, still as if we were in the back rooms. I felt like we were in another dimension. 10 min later, we put the snacks back and had to order out. I am grateful that Michael was...

Michelle

A spacious hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a coffee station, and a television.

A modern living room with a fireplace, patterned chairs, decorative vases, and a ceiling fan.

A snack aisle with shelves stocked with various treats like Doritos, Lay's, and Pringles.

A hotel with a covered entrance, palm trees, and a clear sky.

Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego-Poway

Poway

10/10 Exceptional

DEANA

A spacious lobby with leather sofas, a round coffee table with fruit, and a ceiling adorned with colorful hanging ornaments.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a nightstand with a lamp, and a vase of flowers.

A swimming pool with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a gated entrance.

A breakfast bar with a variety of fruits, a Hershey's chocolate bar, and a coffee machine.

Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego

La Mesa

10/10 Exceptional

Yvette

A wall-mounted sign with 'Greetings from California' and a coffee station with a coffee maker, cups, and condiments.

A hotel with a red awning, a sign reading "Super 8", and a parking lot with several cars.

A reception area with a wooden desk, a clock, and a glass door leading to a staircase.

A modern bathroom with a bathtub, a shower, and a towel rack.

Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego

El Cajon

10/10 Exceptional

Marcos

A motel sign with a directional arrow and a number '6' indicating the entrance.

A motel with a blue sign, a brick facade, and a parking lot with cars.

A reception area with a digital screen displaying weather, a clock, and a sign advertising a 6-star rating.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

El Cajon

10/10 Exceptional

Josh

An outdoor dining area with tables set for a formal event, featuring candelabras and neatly folded napkins.

A golf course with a pond, a flag, and a building in the background.

A lodge entrance with a wooden door and wrought iron gates, surrounded by potted plants and a paved walkway.

A poolside area with a fire feature and orange chairs.

Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Santee

10/10 Exceptional

Carlos

Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat and Spa

Julian

10/10 Exceptional

I booked this place over the concerns of both my sister and wife who were skeptical the place would be a bit too new-agey for their east coast sensibilities - but they both loved it. The view of the mountains and lake from our room and the common area were enough to make it worth staying there. Very short drive to nearby Stonewall Peak which is a great day hike. Not far from the Slot Canyon trail and Three Sisters Falls if you want more hiking. Staff was not just polite and courteous like...

Lisa

A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted picture.

A sign for Ramada by Wyndham, a building with a brick facade, palm trees, and a flag.

A self-service checkout area with a digital payment terminal, snack vending machine, and a beverage dispenser.

A hotel room with a sofa, a TV, a desk, and a chair.

Ramada by Wyndham San Diego Poway Miramar

Poway

10/10 Exceptional

lorena

Tucker Peak Lodge

Julian

10/10 Exceptional

We decided to take a getaway this Thanksgiving, husband and wife plus 12 YO Daugther and our small dog. We made the reservation on short notice and receiving confirmation immediately (Hotels.com and direct email). It was a challenge to reach someone by phone but when we did they were very pleasant. The lodge is self check in but easy. Our only challenge was working out which room was ours since Emily wasn’t around at that time but I found it on my direct email (not hotels.com mail). Our room,...

Lee