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A spacious living room with a large arched window, a red sofa, a coffee table, and a chandelier.

A spacious living area with a red sofa, a coffee table with a fruit bowl, and a modern chandelier.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a building with a white facade and a tree with lights.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

1. Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

5.7 km from Cowles Mountain

Michelle

RM441

RM497 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A breakfast buffet area with a stone wall, a coffee station, and a fruit display.

A hotel lobby with leather armchairs, a sofa, and a reception desk.

An elevator area with stone walls and a potted plant.

A modern hotel lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large painting of a sunset.

2. Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

10.7 km from Cowles Mountain

Jeffrey

RM465

RM534 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

3. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

6.8 km from Cowles Mountain

Erin

RM635

RM699 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, framed pictures on the wall, a clock, and a seating area with a table and chairs.

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

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

A hotel bathroom with a shower, a sink, a mirror, and a towel rack.

4. Pleasant Inn

13.4 km from Cowles Mountain

Daniel

RM324

RM372 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A bar area with a glass ceiling, a central bar counter, and multiple stools.

A checkered floor with round tables and chairs, a patterned ceiling, and large windows.

A luxurious interior with a large chandelier, patterned sofas, and a view of a cityscape through a large window.

A dimly lit room with patterned walls, a wooden table, and a chair.

5. Lafayette Hotel & Club

12 km from Cowles Mountain

Stacey

RM1,115

RM1,281 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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

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

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

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

6. WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast

3.5 km from Cowles Mountain

Nathan

RM404

RM445 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

An outdoor seating area with sofas, a fire pit, and umbrellas.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a bar, and a large window.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a multi-story building with balconies.

A hotel entrance with a clear sky, palm trees, and a sign reading "Homewood Suites."

7. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Central

14 km from Cowles Mountain

FERDNAND GERARD

RM517

RM594 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A pathway flanked by neatly trimmed hedges and a building with a balcony.

A lobby with a mosaic fountain, seating area, and a book display.

A courtyard with a small pond, palm trees, and a building with balconies.

A courtyard with a small pond, trees, and a fountain.

8. California Suites Hotel

13.6 km from Cowles Mountain

Leo

RM309

RM354 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern hotel with a glass entrance, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a TV.

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

A modern hotel with a central entrance, large windows, and palm trees.

9. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley Stadium

7.8 km from Cowles Mountain

KELLEY

RM482

RM554 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a lobby, outdoor seating, and a well-lit entrance.

A courtyard with artificial grass, stone pathways, and various plants.

A brown leather sofa with two white pillows, a small round table with a candle, and three framed artworks on the wall.

A reception desk with two computer monitors, a potted plant, and a large wall mural.

10. The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld

15.8 km from Cowles Mountain

Sylvia

RM328

RM377 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

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

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white countertop, and various food items displayed.

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

A hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and a sign reading "Springhill Suites Marriott".

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

15.7 km from Cowles Mountain

Gilma

RM571

RM657 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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.

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

12. Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego-Poway

14 km from Cowles Mountain

Marjorie

RM552

RM628 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern bar area with wooden ceiling beams, bar stools, and a long counter.

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

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a courtyard.

A multi-story hotel with a curved facade, balconies, and a central entrance with a glass door.

13. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central

10.4 km from Cowles Mountain

Marjorie

RM566

RM650 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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.

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

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

7.7 km from Cowles Mountain

Christian

RM350

RM386 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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.

15. Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego

5.2 km from Cowles Mountain

Amanda

RM585

RM643 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious lobby with a wooden ceiling, large windows, a reception desk, and seating areas.

A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a sofa, and a coffee table. There are large windows offering a view of the outside.

A hotel entrance with a stone facade, an arched doorway, and a palm tree to the left.

A modern restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a variety of seating options including booths and tables.

16. Holiday Inn Express Mira Mesa-San Diego by IHG

14 km from Cowles Mountain

Rafael

RM465

RM535 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio with a stone barbecue grill, wicker furniture, and a covered seating area with blue umbrellas.

A hotel with a stone facade, a flagpole with an American flag, and a parking lot with marked spaces.

A modern hotel dining area with round tables, comfortable seating, and large windows offering views.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, two chairs, a sofa, and a TV.

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

15.6 km from Cowles Mountain

Amy

RM642

RM738 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A spacious living area with a dining table, sofas, and a kitchen in the background.

A hotel with a red-tiled roof, arched windows, and a sign indicating it is a Best Western hotel.

A spacious outdoor patio with a long rectangular table, several chairs, and a built-in fire feature.

18. Best Western San Diego/Miramar Hotel

12 km from Cowles Mountain

Ashvath Nirmal

RM453

RM521 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a waterfall feature, surrounded by palm trees and a building with multiple balconies.

A modern outdoor seating area with a wooden wall, a hanging chair, and a large potted plant.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple hanging pendant lights, and a bar stocked with bottles and glasses.

A modern lobby with a round table and four chairs, a reception desk, and a large window.

19. San Diego Marriott Mission Valley

10.9 km from Cowles Mountain

Eva

RM731

RM840 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A garden with a gazebo, pathways, and a mountain in the background.

A cozy wooden room with a large bed, a small table, and a chair.

A building with a tiled roof, brick walls, and arched doorways. There are large planters and a palm tree in the foreground.

A clear swimming pool surrounded by a patio area with outdoor furniture, a building with a tiled roof, and palm trees.

20. Vineyard Hacienda

14.6 km from Cowles Mountain

Michele

RM679

RM734 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Cowles Mountain

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU	9.0 Wonderful 1,449 reviews	View
Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa	9.2 Wonderful 1,006 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Pleasant Inn	8.6 Excellent 1,604 reviews	View
Lafayette Hotel & Club	9.4 Exceptional 2,100 reviews	View

Top Cowles Mountain Hotel Reviews

Northgate Motel

8/10 Good

"Overall not too bad for the purpose of having a place to stay the night for an event. Lots of parking available and good location. The furniture had some stains that were a bit off putting. Reasonable place for the price."

WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast

8/10 Good

"Beds are very high off ground. Bring toddler bed or playpen. They can easily fit under bed. (That is the chiild can play underbed,)Otherwise very nice room Clean tidy."

Holiday Inn Express La Mesa Near SDSU by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was so understanding after running into complications at a different location, I can't remember his name that work that night that I checked in but he was wonderful"

Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East

10/10 Excellent

"The maids were great at keeping everything stocked and the rooms clean. The customer service was amazing, every person at the reception station was friendly and made checking in easy."

Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was amazing, except the pillows. Those were awful! Beautiful clean property. Clean rooms. Excellent staff."

Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego

8/10 Good

"Room, and the hotel public area, was very clean. Nights were quiet. We didn’t need to interact with the staff, except the lady who was taking care of the breakfast area. Food was very good, no shortage of anything. She was helpful and friendly. Kudos to all who made the breakfast area pleasant. The parking lot was challenging as it was also the line for the burger place adjacent to the hotel. Having said that, every person in that line moved/stayed in place, while we pulled into a parking spot. Parking in the back of the building was not an option for us, due to the homeless encampment adjacent."

Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego

8/10 Good

"Easy check in and good deal"

Villa Serena

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, friendly staff"

Motel 6 La Mesa, CA - San Diego

8/10 Good

"Staff was so friendly and helpful. Rooms were ok, mattress was VERY firm and blanket/sheets/towels were rough... Paid a lot for just ok value… But stay was fine. AC worked well. Smelled a little funny. Parking was easy."

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Mission Trails Regional Park

9.0/10 (24 reviews)

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Mission Trails Regional Park, 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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Lake Murray Tennis Center

Catch an event at Lake Murray Tennis Center during your trip to San Diego.

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Mission Trails Regional Park Lake Murray

Explore the great outdoors at Mission Trails Regional Park Lake Murray, a lovely green space in San Diego.

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Old Mission Dam

8.0/10 (7 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Santee when you spend time at Old Mission Dam.

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Carlton Oaks Country Club

8.0/10 (19 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Santee at Carlton Oaks Country Club. Attend a sporting event while in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants.

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Grossmont Center

After visiting Grossmont Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Diego. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

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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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Taylor Guitars

7.2/10 (10 reviews)

You can take time to visit Taylor Guitars during your travels to El Cajon. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area or seek out the golf courses.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Cowles Mountain?

Cowles Mountain is located in San Diego. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 9 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Cowles Mountain?

WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking and a fitness centre. It's located 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Cowles Mountain. Other good options within a few miles include Heritage Inn La Mesa and Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Cowles Mountain?

Expedia has 9 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Cowles Mountain.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Cowles Mountain, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals near Cowles Mountain.

What can I see and do near Cowles Mountain?

You'll want to browse the collections at Warbirds West Air Museum, San Diego Police Museum and Knox House Museum. Sights like Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala, Old Mission Dam and San Diego Voice & Viewpoint are must-sees while exploring the area. You can check out the local talent at Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theater, The Magnolia and Off Broadway Live.

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Our top choices for Cowles Mountain hotels

1. Lamplighter Inn & Suites at SDSU

2. Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa

3. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego El Cajon

4. Pleasant Inn

5. Lafayette Hotel & Club

6. WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast

7. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Central

8. California Suites Hotel

9. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Mission Valley Stadium

10. The Alcala Hotel Mission Valley/Seaworld

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

12. Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego-Poway

13. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central

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

15. Best Western Plus La Mesa San Diego

16. Holiday Inn Express Mira Mesa-San Diego by IHG

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

18. Best Western San Diego/Miramar Hotel

19. San Diego Marriott Mission Valley

20. Vineyard Hacienda

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Top Cowles Mountain Hotel Reviews

Northgate Motel

WoodSpring Suites Santee - San Diego Northeast

Holiday Inn Express La Mesa Near SDSU by IHG

Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East

Carlton Oaks Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Hampton Inn & Suites El Cajon San Diego

Super 8 by Wyndham El Cajon/San Diego

Villa Serena

Motel 6 La Mesa, CA - San Diego

Other attractions near Cowles Mountain

Mission Trails Regional Park

Lake Murray Tennis Center

Mission Trails Regional Park Lake Murray

Old Mission Dam

Carlton Oaks Country Club

Grossmont Center

Santee Boulders

Taylor Guitars

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