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Our top choices for Santee Lakes hotels

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

1. WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast

WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast
2.5 star property
2.2 km from Santee Lakes
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (337 reviews)
"This was a nice stay in a clean room. Parking was easy, will stay again!"
United States
David
The price is RM405
RM445 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast
An outdoor dining area with tables set for a formal event, featuring candelabras and neatly folded napkins.

2. Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel
3.0 star property
1.5 km from Santee Lakes
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Love this place"
United States
Donaciano
The price is RM515
RM612 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel
A swimming pool with palm trees and a mountain in the background.

3. Sycuan Casino Resort

Sycuan Casino Resort
4.0 star property
18.1 km from Santee Lakes
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,210 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Kimberly
The price is RM372
RM458 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Sycuan Casino Resort
A spacious living room with a large arched window, a red sofa, a coffee table, and a chandelier.

4. Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU
2.5 star property
11.1 km from Santee Lakes
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,450 reviews)
"Clean, helpful staff, nice pool, good breakfast, nothing to complain about!"
United States
Michelle
The price is RM441
RM497 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU
A breakfast buffet area with a stone wall, a coffee station, and a fruit display.

5. Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa
2.5 star property
13 km from Santee Lakes
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,009 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel with very friendly staff"
United States
Jeffrey
The price is RM466
RM534 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, white chairs, and potted plants.

6. Springhill Suites San Diego Mission Valley

Springhill Suites San Diego Mission Valley
3.5 star property
15.4 km from Santee Lakes
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Kind receiption, very well-managed hotel, and nice location."
South Korea
Jin Soo
The price is RM622
RM715 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Springhill Suites San Diego Mission Valley
A hotel reception area with a reception desk, framed pictures on the wall, a clock, and a seating area with a table and chairs.

7. Pleasant Inn

Pleasant Inn
2.5 star property
15.7 km from Santee Lakes
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,614 reviews)
"Clean rooms and Great Staff."
United States
Daniel
The price is RM310
RM356 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Pleasant Inn
A modern bar area with wooden ceiling beams, bar stools, and a long counter.

8. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central
3.0 star property
13.1 km from Santee Lakes
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,009 reviews)
"Great staff, clean rooms and excellent location"
United States
Ahmad
The price is RM519
RM597 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a waterfall feature, surrounded by palm trees and a building with multiple balconies.

9. San Diego Marriott Mission Valley

San Diego Marriott Mission Valley
4.0 star property
15.3 km from Santee Lakes
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,020 reviews)
"The trolley that's just across the street from the hotel was amazing and convenient!"
United States
Eva
The price is RM691
RM794 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
San Diego Marriott Mission Valley
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a stone fire pit, string lights, and a pool area.

10. Sonesta ES Suites Carmel Mountain – San Diego

Sonesta ES Suites Carmel Mountain – San Diego
3.0 star property
15.3 km from Santee Lakes
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Great stay hotel was perfect for our needs."
United States
Andrew
The price is RM409
RM466 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Sonesta ES Suites Carmel Mountain – San Diego
A pathway flanked by neatly trimmed hedges and a building with a balcony.

11. California Suites Hotel

California Suites Hotel
2.0 star property
15.9 km from Santee Lakes
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (3,082 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Leo
The price is RM344
RM395 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
California Suites Hotel
A modern hotel with a glass entrance, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

12. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley Stadium

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley Stadium
3.0 star property
11.3 km from Santee Lakes
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Overall, our stay was great!"
United States
Willy
The price is RM483
RM555 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley Stadium
An outdoor patio with a stone barbecue grill, wicker furniture, and a covered seating area with blue umbrellas.

13. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Rancho Bernardo Scripps Poway

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Rancho Bernardo Scripps Poway
3.0 star property
13 km from Santee Lakes
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (643 reviews)
"Location was perfect!"
United States
Amy
The price is RM605
RM695 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Rancho Bernardo Scripps Poway
An outdoor seating area with sofas, a fire pit, and umbrellas.

14. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Central

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Central
3.0 star property
Scripps Ranch, 12.2 km from Santee Lakes
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great accommodation"
United States
FERDNAND GERARD
The price is RM518
RM595 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Central
A spacious hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a coffee station, and a television.

15. Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego-Poway

Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego-Poway
2.5 star property
9.5 km from Santee Lakes
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"I liked the hotel in general, enjoyed the free breakfast in the morning !"
United States
Marjorie
The price is RM553
RM630 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego-Poway
A hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and a sign reading "Springhill Suites Marriott".

16. SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Rancho Bernardo/Scripps Poway

SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Rancho Bernardo/Scripps Poway
3.0 star property
13.2 km from Santee Lakes
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,209 reviews)
"It was a great, convenient place for us to stay to visit friends in the area. It’s easy to find, parking was ample, the staff is very friendly, and there’s many good restaurants nearby."
United States
Angela
The price is RM572
RM657 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Rancho Bernardo/Scripps Poway
A hotel reception area with a cityscape mural, a 'No Smoking' sign, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

17. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar
3.0 star property
14.1 km from Santee Lakes
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,560 reviews)
"I love the location, a lot of good stores are so close to this motel… good stuff and nice"
United States
Carolina
The price is RM344
RM395 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar
A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

18. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Miramar

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Miramar
3.0 star property
11.2 km from Santee Lakes
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Decent Hotel"
United States
Jignesh
The price is RM588
RM675 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Miramar
An outdoor patio with a fire pit, seating, and a view of Fletcher Marketplace.

19. Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego

Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego
2.5 star property
6.6 km from Santee Lakes
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (938 reviews)
"Excellent service and hospitality"
United States
Alex
The price is RM597
RM657 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego
A spacious lobby with leather sofas, a round coffee table with fruit, and a ceiling adorned with colorful hanging ornaments.

20. Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego

Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego
3.0 star property
8.5 km from Santee Lakes
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,016 reviews)
"Wonderful place to stay."
United States
Amanda
The price is RM547
RM602 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego
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Compare popular hotels close to Santee Lakes

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a stone facade, and a clear sky.
WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast
2.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
337 reviews
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An outdoor dining area with tables set for a formal event, featuring candelabras and neatly folded napkins.
Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel
3.0 star property
8.0
Very good
1,000 reviews
View
A swimming pool with palm trees and a mountain in the background.
Sycuan Casino Resort
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
2,210 reviews
View
A spacious living room with a large arched window, a red sofa, a coffee table, and a chandelier.
Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,450 reviews
View
A breakfast buffet area with a stone wall, a coffee station, and a fruit display.
Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,009 reviews
View

Top Santee Lakes Hotel Reviews

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego-East/El Cajon

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego-East/El Cajon

10/10 Excellent
"The people!"
Collin 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego-East/El Cajon

Other attractions near Santee Lakes

Santee Boulders

9.0/10 (12 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Santee Boulders, a lovely green space in Santee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santee Lakes?
Santee Lakes is located in a welcoming area of Santee known for its array of dining options and popular zoo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 5 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay close to Santee Lakes?
Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a golf course and a restaurant. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Santee Lakes. Other good options within a few miles include WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast and Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East.
How many hotels should I expect to find near Santee Lakes?
Expedia has 5 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Santee Lakes.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santee Lakes, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Santee Lakes.
What can I see and do near Santee Lakes?
Study the collections at Creation and Earth History Museum, Warbirds West Air Museum or Knox House Museum. You can enjoy live performances at The Magnolia and Off Broadway Live. Spend some time wandering around Sportsplex USA Santee, Mission Trails Regional Park and Lakeside Baseball Park.