Hotels in Descanso

November 2026
December 2026

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1. Viejas Casino & Willows Hotel

Viejas Casino & Willows Hotel
Alpine
$127
$157 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Viejas Casino & Willows Hotel

2. Ayres Lodge Alpine

Ayres Lodge Alpine
Alpine
$119
$129 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Ayres Lodge Alpine

3. Sycuan Casino Resort

Sycuan Casino Resort
El Cajon
$116
$140 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Sycuan Casino Resort

4. Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat and Spa

Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat and Spa
Julian
$139
$150 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat and Spa

5. Julian Gold Rush Hotel

Julian Gold Rush Hotel
Julian
$124
$133 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Julian Gold Rush Hotel

6. Riviera Oaks Resort by Coolvacay

Riviera Oaks Resort by Coolvacay
San Diego Country Estates
$89
$118 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Riviera Oaks Resort by Coolvacay

7. Julian Lodge

Julian Lodge
Julian
$117
$126 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Julian Lodge

8. Tucker Peak Lodge

Tucker Peak Lodge
Julian
$139
$150 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Tucker Peak Lodge

9. San Vicente Golf Resort

San Vicente Golf Resort
San Diego Country Estates
$135
$151 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
San Vicente Golf Resort

10. Jamul Casino Resort

Jamul Casino Resort
Otay Ranch
$189
$208 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Jamul Casino Resort

11. San Diego Country Estates

San Diego Country Estates
San Diego Country Estates
$94
$133 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
San Diego Country Estates

12. Orchard Hill

Orchard Hill
Julian
$229
$280 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Orchard Hill

13. Apple Tree Inn

Apple Tree Inn
Julian
$139
$150 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Apple Tree Inn

14. Back Country Inn Boulevard, CA

Back Country Inn Boulevard, CA
Boulevard
$110
$119 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Back Country Inn Boulevard, CA

15. Best Inn & Suites

Best Inn & Suites
El Cajon
$57
$62 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Best Inn & Suites

16. Stagecoach Trails RV Resort

Stagecoach Trails RV Resort
Julian
$42
$46 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Stagecoach Trails RV Resort

17. WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast

WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast
Santee
$99
$109 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast

18. Ramona Valley Inn

Ramona Valley Inn
Ramona
$71
$82 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Ramona Valley Inn

19. Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego
El Cajon
$63
$72 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Motel 6 El Cajon, CA - San Diego

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

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego-East/El Cajon
El Cajon
$85
$94 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego-East/El Cajon
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Top landmarks in Descanso

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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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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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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A serene garden with a pond, red lanterns, and lush greenery.

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Ayres Lodge Alpine

Ayres Lodge Alpine
Alpine

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Alyssa
Ayres Lodge Alpine

Orchard Hill

Orchard Hill
Julian

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Jannelle
Orchard Hill

Julian Gold Rush Hotel

Julian Gold Rush Hotel
Julian

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Jennifer
Julian Gold Rush Hotel

Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat and Spa

Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat and Spa
Julian

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Lisa
Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat and Spa

Riviera Oaks Resort by Coolvacay

Riviera Oaks Resort by Coolvacay
San Diego Country Estates

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Dave
Riviera Oaks Resort by Coolvacay

Julian Lodge

Julian Lodge
Julian

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Anthony
Julian Lodge

Jamul Casino Resort

Jamul Casino Resort
Otay Ranch

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Conrad
Jamul Casino Resort

San Vicente Golf Resort

San Vicente Golf Resort
San Diego Country Estates

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Anonymous traveler
San Vicente Golf Resort

Tucker Peak Lodge

Tucker Peak Lodge
Julian

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Lee
Tucker Peak Lodge

Apple Tree Inn

Apple Tree Inn
Julian

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Gladis
Apple Tree Inn

San Diego Country Estates

San Diego Country Estates
San Diego Country Estates

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Misty
San Diego Country Estates

Vineyard Hacienda

Vineyard Hacienda
Jamul

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Pam
Vineyard Hacienda

Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego-Poway

Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego-Poway
Poway

10/10 Exceptional

United States
DEANA
Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego-Poway

Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego

Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego
El Cajon

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Martin
Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego

Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego

Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego
La Mesa

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Yvette
Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
Rancho Bernardo

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Elisa
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU
Mid-City

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Lisa
Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

Frequently Asked Questions

What hotels do travelers like in Descanso?

Can I book a refundable hotel in Descanso?

If you're looking for the flexibility to change your plans to Descanso, most properties offer refundable* rates you can book. You can find these accommodations by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow the results down.

Where can I stay in Descanso if I want a vacation home instead of a hotel?

If you're looking for a good alternative to a hotel, look over our selection of 5 vacation homes.

What will the weather in Descanso be like during my visit?

The warmest months in Descanso are usually August and July with an average temp of 73°F. January and February are the chilliest months when the average temp is 54°F. The rainiest months are December and February.

Why should I book my Descanso accommodation with Hotels.com?

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