Experience the charm of Santee at Best Western Santee Lodge, where helpful staff and a relaxing spa tub await. Start your day with to-go breakfast, then unwind in the outdoor pool or explore nearby attractions.
Reviews
7.87.8 out of 10
Good
Popular amenities
Connecting rooms available
Pet-friendly
Non-smoking
24/7 front desk
Main amenities (8)
Daily housekeeping
Outdoor pool
Hot tub
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Vending machine
Conference space
Banquet hall
Feel at home (6)
Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
Microwave
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Daily housekeeping
The current price is CA $190
CA $190
CA $209 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 8 - Jun 9
Room options
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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (with Sofabed)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hydromassage showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Microwave
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Microwave
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave
San Diego State University - 14 min drive - 19.4 km
Getting around
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 12 min drive
San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 24 min drive
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 35 min drive
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 40 min drive
Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 51 min drive
Old Town Transit Center - 20 min drive
San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 20 min drive
San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 21 min drive
Santee Town Center Station - 23 min walk
Restaurants
Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - 3 min drive
McDonald's - 2 min drive
Full Circle Saloon - 13 min walk
Sonic Drive-In - 3 min walk
Starbucks - 3 min drive
About this property
Best Western Santee Lodge
Best Western Santee Lodge puts you within a 15-minute drive of San Diego State University. Guests can get a morning swim in at the outdoor pool, and the hot tub makes for a relaxing end to the day. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
48 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets
Pets allowed (2 total, up to 80 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
WiFi (speed: 50+ Mbps) in rooms*
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
DONE
Other information
Smoke-free property
No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free on-the-go breakfast each morning 5 AM–9 AM
Working away
Conference space
Services
24-hour front desk
Facilities
An outdoor pool
Hot tub
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Room amenities
Be entertained
37-inch flat-screen TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Premium bedding
Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
WiFi (surcharge) (speed of 50+ Mbps)
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Access via exterior corridors
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
Breakage deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
Optional extras
WiFi is available in guestrooms for USD 0.00 per stay (rates may vary)
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 30.00 (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 60.00 (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 10.0 per day
Rollaway beds are available for USD 30.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 100 per stay)
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Carte Blanche
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Best Western Lodge Hotel Santee
Best Western Santee
Best Western Santee Lodge
Santee Best Western
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Best Western Santee Santee
Best Western Santee Lodge Hotel
Best Western Santee Lodge Santee
Best Western Santee Lodge Hotel Santee
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Best Western Santee Lodge?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Best Western Santee Lodge?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 80 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 30 per accommodation, per day, and there's also a deposit of USD 100 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Best Western Santee Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Best Western Santee Lodge?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge of USD 30.00 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 60.00 (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Best Western Santee Lodge?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Barona Casino (16-min drive) and Sycuan Casino (19-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Best Western Santee Lodge and nearby?
Best Western Santee Lodge has an outdoor pool and a hot tub.
What's the area around Best Western Santee Lodge like?
Best Western Santee Lodge is located a short 12-minute walk from Creation and Earth History Museum.
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Reviews
7.8
Good
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8.0/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
7.4/10
Amenities
7.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.8/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
8/10 Very good
May 28, 2025
We thought it was noisy from street traffic.
Diane C
Diane C, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 26, 2025
It was a great stay
My stay was great!! And the room was clean and well maintained
Carole
Carole, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 24, 2025
Ariana
Ariana, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
May 17, 2025
Sandro
Sandro, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
May 16, 2025
Horrible!
It was absolutely horrible. They didn’t let me check into my room. Hotels.com couldn’t see the reservation and Best Western literally denied me access to the room I paid for. Had to sleep in my car outside the hotel with no blankets or pillows. Very unhappy with both Hotels.com and Best Western for either parties taking responsibility for this.
Joesph
Joesph, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 2, 2025
patricia
patricia, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Apr 15, 2025
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
Apr 7, 2025
I have stayed here before.
This is the 3rd year I have stayed here since moving out of CA and only going back for visits. It's decent enough. Not outstanding and if you like a lot of luxury probably not for you but I find it to be OK to stay. Clean and comfortable
Robin
Robin, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 31, 2025
April
April, 7-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 24, 2025
Good stay.
Clean quiet room. Cleaning product smell had to be aired out before we could close the door. Tub was slippery, maybe due to cleaning products on the floor or carpet, but otherwise was comfortable.
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 23, 2025
Monica
Monica, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 21, 2025
Lawrence
Lawrence, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 19, 2025
David
David, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Mar 12, 2025
Derrick
Derrick, 2-night business trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 4, 2025
Too much traffic noise.
Stanley
Stanley, 4-night family trip
Verified Travelocity guest review
6/10 Good
Mar 3, 2025
Cody
Cody, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
Feb 28, 2025
It is ok.
Virginia
Virginia, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 24, 2025
Very clean, nice service personnel.
Lawanda
Lawanda, 6-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 24, 2025
Rich
Rich, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 20, 2025
Clean and safe
Humayoun
Humayoun, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 14, 2025
Philip
Philip, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
Feb 13, 2025
Leticia
Leticia, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 8, 2025
bobbi
bobbi, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
Feb 7, 2025
Ganesh
Ganesh, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 4, 2025
Amazing stay,!one of the best hotels stays
It was an amazing stay! The staff was so nice and made us feel so welcomed and at home. It was nice and clean, no bugs!! Breakfasts was amazing, the bed was comfortable and the hot tub was perfect! They also accommodated me with a downstairs hotel room l because of my disabilities. I was extremely grateful for that. was in a perfect area 711 two doors down it was perfect.! Thank you for the wonderful experience and hospitality! We will definitely be staying there again.