Name: Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon
Address: USA

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

Updated on Jul 20, 2026

Located in: EL CAJON, CA

Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and a fitness center. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a bar/lounge, coffee/tea in a common area, and a business center.
Housekeeping is available on request.
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon offers 120 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Located in Downtown El Cajon, a neighborhood in El Cajon, Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon is near a metro station. Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Santee Lakes and Mission Trails Regional Park. Check out an event or a game at Snapdragon Stadium, and consider making time for San Diego Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.

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Popular amenities

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bar
breakfast available
business services
crib
elevator
fitness equipment
frontdesk 24 hour
grocery
housekeeping
internet
laundry
microwave
no smoking
outdoor space
parking available
pool
restaurant
tv

Property amenities

Food and Drink

1 bar
1 restaurant
Coffee/tea in common area(s)
Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends: USD 7-15 per person

Internet

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Electric car charging station on site
Uncovered self parking on site (USD 10.00 per night)
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

Fitness center
Outdoor pool

Family Friendly

Fence around the pool
Free cribs/infant beds
Grocery/convenience store
Laundry facilities
Microwave
Mini-fridge
Outdoor pool
Pool gate

Conveniences

Banquet hall
Elevator
Front-desk safe
Grocery/convenience store
Library
Water dispenser

Guest Services

24-hour front desk
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels (on request)
Daily housekeeping
Dry cleaning service
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Wedding services

Business Services

Business center
Conference space (48438 square feet)
Meeting rooms

Outdoor

Firepit
Garden
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Pool sun loungers

Language Spoken

English
Spanish

Accessibility

Assistive listening devices available
Braille signage
Elevator
Grab bar near toilet
Handrails in stairways
Height-adjustable showerhead
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Lever door handles
Low-height door lock
Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
Low-height view port in door
Pool hoist on site
Stair-free path to entrance
Thin carpet in room
Transfer shower
Visual fire alarm
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Activities Nearby

Bicycle rentals
Casino
Hiking/biking trails

At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Biodegradable coffee stirrers
Comprehensive food waste policy
Double-glazed windows
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
Smoke-free property
TV in lobby
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Bed sheets
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down comforter
Free cribs/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top mattress
Premium bedding

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Towels

Entertainment

Cable channels
Premium channels
32-inch LCD TV

Food and Drink

Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Mini-fridge

Connecting rooms available
Desk
Desk chair
Free local calls
Iron/ironing board
LED light bulbs
Laptop-friendly workspace
Mobile key entry
Phone
Recycling
Water-efficient showers only

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in is available for a fee
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

A late check-out fee will be charged
Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Special check-in instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)

Property payment types

American Express
Diners Club
Discover
Mastercard
Visa

Important Information

Optional extras

Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 7 to 15 per personUncovered self parking fee: USD 10.00 per nightEarly check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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