Rancho San Diego Inn & Suites, El Cajon

My stay at this hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms felt like an apartment with broken shower knobs, and there was a dusty old smell of smoke lingering around. On the positive side, the service was satisfactory, especially with the staff helping my mom get her breakfast. The location, however, was a bit of a letdown being far from stores and quite small, with some issues like homeless people around and internet troubles. The dining was slightly better than expected, with a decent selection of hot pot oatmeal and waffle making equipment. Overall, a somewhat average stay with some notable drawbacks.

My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms were large, very clean, and equipped with everything you expect in a motel room, making for a comfortable stay. However, the lingering smell of smoke was a downside, and the cleanliness could have been better as there was a noticeable wet dog odor.

The hotel was perfect for our family, with a small table and 2 chairs in the room but unfortunately, it smelled like cigarettes and was dirty like a wet dog. The service was helpful considering what I paid for, and the trick to get the door open due to a malfunctioning card lock was shared with us, although the $50 credit had already been used. The location had some drawbacks as it still smelled like smoke and was concerning with homeless people around, but it was a nice bonus for relaxation before sleeping. The dining experience, while offering a good variety, was more like a sack lunch and even wanted to charge for milk. The facilities were basic but met our needs.