San Diego State University - 9 min drive - 11.6 km
Getting around
San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 15 min drive
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 17 min drive
San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 29 min drive
Tijuana, Baja California Norte (TIJ-General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl.) - 42 min drive
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 44 min drive
Old Town Transit Center - 16 min drive
San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 23 min drive
San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 26 min drive
El Cajon Transit Center Station - 10 min walk
Arnele Avenue Station - 26 min walk
Restaurants
Sideways - 20 min walk
Funky Fries and Burgers - 2 min drive
Golden Corral - 18 min walk
Starbucks - 3 min drive
Jack in the Box - 18 min walk
About this property
Hotel Villa Serena
At Hotel Villa Serena, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Balboa Park and San Diego State University. You'll have free perks such as WiFi and self-parking. Also, this motel is within a short drive of Hotel Circle. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: El Cajon Transit Center Station is 10 minutes away.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
24 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free covered on-site self-parking
Property amenities
Services
24-hour front desk
Facilities
2 buildings/towers
Garden
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards.
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Villa Serena El
Villa Serena El Cajon
Villa Serena Motel El
Villa Serena Motel El Cajon
Villa Serena Motel
Hotel Villa Serena Motel
Hotel Villa Serena El Cajon
Villa Serena Motel El Cajon
Hotel Villa Serena Motel El Cajon
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Hotel Villa Serena?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Villa Serena?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Villa Serena?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an on-site casino at Hotel Villa Serena?
No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Sycuan Casino (16-min drive) and Jamul Casino (18-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Hotel Villa Serena and nearby?
Hotel Villa Serena has a garden.
Hotel Villa Serena Reviews
Reviews
5.8
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6.0/10
Cleanliness
6.2/10
Staff & service
5.6/10
Amenities
5.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
17 Dec 2024
Jessica
Jessica, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
18 Nov 2024
The service was kind and easy, the room itself was really clean and everything worked well. the only downside was that the bed is pretty hard but overall really nice stay!
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
24 Sept 2024
I originally booked this "hotel" on expedia It looked super clean and very modern, however when i arrived at the address, it was a motel ! check in was a bit slow but the gentleman who checked me in was kind and hospitable. I decided to stay and check it out. once I walked in to the room to check it out there was a room with a shower curtain that was dirty, the second room I booked was a bit cleaner however there was no shower door in that bathroom and it had bad lighting, the tub looked stained.
Diana T
Diana T, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
3 Aug 2024
Good place to stay the night
silvia
silvia, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
31 July 2024
Room was nice and comfy. It was a bit hot in the room the A/C unit is older so it took a while for the room to cool. Overall it was worth it, would recommend.
Giselle
Giselle, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
22 July 2024
Good, clean and nice people
Andrew
Andrew, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 July 2024
Blanca
Blanca, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 July 2024
Kimberly
Kimberly, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
10 July 2024
The lion on the wall
Crystal
Crystal, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
3 July 2024
Nelson
Nelson, 3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
1 July 2024
Our ac did not cool the room.
Jessica
Jessica, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 June 2024
rita
rita, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
12 June 2024
Literally everything in the room smelled like cigarette Including the towels in the restroom. This place by far has been the most disgusting I’ve stayed at.
Juan
Juan, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
9 June 2024
Did not even stay. Not what pictures described it’s not a hotel it’s a motel. We lost out on our money. We stayed elsewhere . Would not recommend this place at all
angie
angie, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
7 June 2024
Jacqueline
Jacqueline, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
6 June 2024
Maria D.
Maria D., 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
5 June 2024
CYNTHIA
CYNTHIA, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 May 2024
Easy and quick check in. Friendly staff
Joel
Joel, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
28 Apr 2024
Nelson
Nelson, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
16 Apr 2024
April Lynn
April Lynn, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 Apr 2024
It was nice. The room was spacious and clean
Noemi
Noemi, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 Mar 2024
comfortable and great price
Easy to check in and clean.
Egbert
Egbert, 6-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
20 Feb 2024
I didn’t like the area at all. It was very dirty and unkept. Looked nothing like the pictures. We ended up booking another place.