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Santee, CA, United States
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Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Santee, CA. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 26 April 2024.
Cheapest month:February
Most expensive month:July
Average price in Santee:$245/night
Cheapest price found:$61/night
Cheapest day:Sunday
Most expensive day:Thursday
$167 - $329
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$182 - $358
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Cheapest hotels in Santee, CA

Discover affordable stays in Santee, CA that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Santee, CA can be found for as low as $229 per night. There is currently one property in Santee, CA that can be booked for this price. Carlton Oaks Lodge Ascend Hotel Collection is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Santee, CA. Price data was last updated on 26 April 2024
For those on a budget, these are the cheapest hotels available in Santee for the selected dates. Consider alternative dates if you're able to compare prices.
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9200 Inwood Drive, Santee, CA, United States
3.4 km from city centre
$229
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Where to stay in Santee, CA

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About Santee, CA

Located on the banks of the San Diego River, Santee is a suburban city on the northeastern outskirts of San Diego. It was originally inhabited by the Kumeyaay people before becoming part of Rancho El Cajon. Today, it is a popular residential area with bustling commercial and recreational facilities.

Things to do in Santee

In the heart of the city is Santee Trolley Square, a huge shopping complex home to big-name chain retailers such as Barnes & Noble, Target and Bath & Body Works. You can dine at Anny’s Fine Burgers and the Broken Yolk Cafe or enjoy a sweet treat from the Cold Stone Creamery. Santee Trolley Square also boasts an outdoor amphitheatre where live performances are held.

Just across the San Diego River is Sportsplex USA Santee, a large sporting complex with softball diamonds, batting cages and soccer fields. A riverfront walking trail connects to Mask Park, where you’ll find a children’s playground and a disc golf course. Also on the banks of the San Diego River is the 18-hole Carlton Oaks Golf Course, which was designed by the renowned golf course architect Pete Dye.

Santee makes an excellent base for exploring Mission Trails Regional Park, which encompasses rugged canyons and hills surrounding the 485-metre-high Cowles Mountain. It’s traversed by around 100 kilometres of hiking, mountain biking and equestrian trails, as well as several well-known rock climbing routes. Anglers can lure trout and bass in the waters of Lake Murray.

Getting around Santee

Santee is around a 30-minute drive from the centre of San Diego and 45 minutes from San Diego International Airport, which has flights to destinations across the globe. Buses and trams connect to the Santee Town Center while renting a car is the most convenient way of getting around the area.

Facts about staying in Santee, CA

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  • What are the best hotels in Santee?

    Carlton Oaks Lodge Ascend Hotel Collection (7.0/10 from 276 reviews), Best Western Santee Lodge (7.3/10 from 286 reviews), and Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East (7.5/10 from 310 reviews) are all highly rated places to stay in Santee.

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