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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.

1. Ayres Lodge Alpine

7.2 km from El Capitan Reservoir

Walter

HK$868

HK$939 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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

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

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

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

2. Viejas Casino & Willows Hotel

10.1 km from El Capitan Reservoir

Maira

HK$876

HK$1,104 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

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

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a balcony with a view.

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

3. San Vicente Golf Resort

11.2 km from El Capitan Reservoir

LORENA

HK$825

HK$891 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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.

4. Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat and Spa

21.1 km from El Capitan Reservoir

Chantal

HK$852

HK$920 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

A building with a red-tiled roof, large windows, and a landscaped garden.

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

11.3 km from El Capitan Reservoir

HK$847

HK$1,042 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A modern hotel with a prominent casino sign, a multi-story structure, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

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

A bar area with multiple screens displaying 'Jamul Casino Resort' branding, a variety of liquor bottles, and a row of uniquely designed chairs.

A modern hotel with a rooftop pool, multiple floors, and a view of mountains in the background.

6. Jamul Casino Resort

23.6 km from El Capitan Reservoir

Alex

HK$1,482

HK$1,634 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a dining area in the background.

A bedroom with a wooden floor, a bed with white bedding, a ceiling fan, a nightstand with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

7. Apple Tree Inn

24.9 km from El Capitan Reservoir

Sinead

HK$957

HK$1,034 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

A hotel room with two beds, a window with blinds, a heater, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wooden wardrobe.

8. WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast

22.1 km from El Capitan Reservoir

Vanessa

HK$698

HK$768 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a seating area.

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.

9. Best Western Santee Lodge

18.5 km from El Capitan Reservoir

Albert

HK$880

HK$970 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a pergola overhead, and a view of the street and buildings in the background.

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

10. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

20.5 km from El Capitan Reservoir

Erin

HK$1,472

HK$1,622 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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

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.

A swimming pool with a blue tiled border, a white chair, and a door.

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

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

19 km from El Capitan Reservoir

Esekia

HK$727

HK$801 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

An outdoor patio with a fire pit, seating, and a view of Fletcher Marketplace.

A modern hotel lobby with a central bar, seating areas, and a patterned carpet.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a large window offering a city view.

A reception desk with a "Welcome to the Golden State" sign and a "Hilton Honors" sign.

12. Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego

19.8 km from El Capitan Reservoir

William

HK$1,119

HK$1,234 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

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

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

13. Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego

20.2 km from El Capitan Reservoir

Lori

HK$640

HK$705 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

A pool area with lounge chairs, a building with balconies, and a clear blue sky.

14. Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East

19.4 km from El Capitan Reservoir

Amanda

HK$670

HK$750 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

A poolside area with a fire feature and orange chairs.

A bar area with multiple seating arrangements, a counter with a bartender, and overhead televisions.

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

15. Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

22.2 km from El Capitan Reservoir

Donaciano

HK$968

HK$1,324 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, each with a patterned bedspread, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A two-story motel with a sign indicating amenities such as continental breakfast, free Wi-Fi, and HBO.

A parking lot with palm trees, a yellow building, and a silver car.

A reception desk with a clock, a window, and a door.

16. Northgate Motel

20.2 km from El Capitan Reservoir

Nelson

HK$577

HK$635 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, bedside lamps, and artwork on the walls.

A living room with a blue sofa, a grey armchair, a coffee table, and a large plant.

A reception area with a counter, seating, and a potted plant.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with drawers, a chair, a lamp, and a wall-mounted TV displaying a desert scene.

17. Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites

18.3 km from El Capitan Reservoir

Matthew

HK$661

HK$728 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

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

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

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

18. Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

20.3 km from El Capitan Reservoir

Melissa

HK$492

HK$563 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

A reception area with a wooden wall, a clock, a fireplace, a bench, and a window with a view of the outside.

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

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

19. Ramona Valley Inn

17.4 km from El Capitan Reservoir

Deborah

HK$494

HK$570 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A reception area with a black counter, a potted plant, a white table, and a black office chair.

A small room with a wooden dresser, a trash can, a microwave, and a television mounted on the wall.

A Best In Suites hotel with a sign welcoming guests under new management.

A compact room with a bed, a desk with a computer and TV, a small refrigerator, and a trash bin.

20. Best Inn & Suites

18.2 km from El Capitan Reservoir

Juan

HK$469

HK$516 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to El Capitan Reservoir

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Ayres Lodge Alpine	9.2 Wonderful 1,120 reviews	View
Viejas Casino & Willows Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 1,042 reviews	View
San Vicente Golf Resort	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat and Spa	9.2 Wonderful 700 reviews	View
Riviera Oaks Resort by Coolvacay	9.6 Exceptional 1,079 reviews	View

Top El Capitan Reservoir Hotel Reviews

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

10/10 Excellent

"It was very nice and clean, plus checking in went smooth."

Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel

8/10 Good

"I’m"

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

8/10 Good

"The service was very good. We made good use of the continental breakfast and jacuzzi."

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

10/10 Excellent

"it was very convenient to my need for this stay"

Pleasant Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Good value for money."

Best Western Seven Seas

10/10 Excellent

"m"

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

10/10 Excellent

"The view was great! We upgraded to the higher floor package and were on the top floor facing the bay. The hotel was convenient to everything we did and wanted to do. The room was a bit dated and worn and the price for parking was a little bit steep. Lizle was a FANTASTIC front desk host. She was warm and inviting from the start to finish of our stay. You have a jewel of an employee with her."

Element by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel and staff was great."

Ramada Suites by Wyndham San Diego/Hotel Circle Area

10/10 Excellent

"The suite was roomy with comfortable beds. Great property."

Other attractions near El Capitan Reservoir

A waterfall flowing through a rocky gorge with large boulders.

Barona Creek Golf Club

10.0/10 (1 review)

Enjoy a round of golf in Lakeside at Barona Creek Golf Club. Make time to visit the area's casinos or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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A calm lake with a boat, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains in the background.

Lake Jennings

9.0/10 (2 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Jennings during your travels in Lakeside. While in this romantic area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Mike Hess Brewing

After visiting Mike Hess Brewing, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Alpine. Visit the casinos and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.

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Alpine Branch San Diego County Library

7.6/10 (4 reviews)

Alpine Branch San Diego County Library is just one of the places to see in Alpine, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the casinos and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.

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Alpine Historical Society

6.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Alpine Historical Society in Alpine. Visit the casinos and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Viejas Reservoir

7.4/10 (3 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Viejas Reservoir during your travels in Alpine. Visit the casinos and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

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Renegade Country

After visiting Renegade Country, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in El Cajon. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area or seek out the golf courses.

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Viejas Outlet Center

8.6/10 (158 reviews)

During your trip to Alpine, you can enjoy retail therapy at Viejas Outlet Center. Make time for the casinos and golf courses in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around El Capitan Reservoir?

El Capitan Reservoir is located in an area that travellers like for its beaches. You'll find 7 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near El Capitan Reservoir?

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Rancho Bernardo is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. You'll find it 17.9 mi (28.9 km) from El Capitan Reservoir. Other good options in the area include California Suites Hotel and Best Western Seven Seas.

How many hotels can I expect to find near El Capitan Reservoir?

Expedia has 7 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from El Capitan Reservoir.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near El Capitan Reservoir, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near El Capitan Reservoir.

What can I see and do near El Capitan Lake?

Presidio Santa Barbara, MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum feature captivating exhibits. Sights like Mission Santa Barbara, El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park and Casa de la Guerra are must-sees while exploring the area. You can watch performances at Lobero Theater, Arlington Theater and Santa Barbara Bowl if you're interested in local theatre.

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Our top choices for El Capitan Reservoir hotels

1. Ayres Lodge Alpine

2. Viejas Casino & Willows Hotel

3. San Vicente Golf Resort

4. Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat and Spa

5. Riviera Oaks Resort by Coolvacay

6. Jamul Casino Resort

7. Apple Tree Inn

8. WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast

9. Best Western Santee Lodge

10. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

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

12. Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego

13. Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego

14. Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East

15. Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

16. Northgate Motel

17. Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites

18. Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

19. Ramona Valley Inn

20. Best Inn & Suites

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Top El Capitan Reservoir Hotel Reviews

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle

Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

Pleasant Inn

Best Western Seven Seas

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Element by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley

Ramada Suites by Wyndham San Diego/Hotel Circle Area

Other attractions near El Capitan Reservoir

Barona Creek Golf Club

Lake Jennings

Mike Hess Brewing

Alpine Branch San Diego County Library

Alpine Historical Society

Viejas Reservoir

Renegade Country

Viejas Outlet Center

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