Name: El Camino Inn
Address: 7525 Mission Street, Daly City, California, United States of America, Daly City, California, US
Price range: $92–$230 per night
Rating: 6.65

What guests think

At El Camino Inn, reviews describe a very basic, budget stay in an older motel with significant wear and maintenance issues, while some guests still found clean rooms, decent comfort, and value for the price.

Cleanliness feedback is mixed: multiple reports cite dirty or smelly carpets, strong deodorizers, and occasional bug sightings, though others said their rooms were clean. Rooms are dated and sparsely equipped, with recurring problems such as malfunctioning TVs or lamps, few outlets, weak or inconsistent hot water, noisy AC or fridges, and thin walls that carry noise. Staff are frequently described as friendly and accommodating, but a few guests noted unhelpful responses, and opinions on the location range from convenient to BART and Cow Palace to limited eateries nearby and occasional safety concerns. Expect a no-frills, low-cost stopover with trade-offs in condition and consistency.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is inconsistent: multiple reviews mention strong odors, dirty or damp carpets, and occasional bugs or mold, while others said their rooms were clean. Overall upkeep feels worn and in need of refurbishment.

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10

David

Sep 28, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Shopping and food within walking distance. The room itself had seen some prior damage, but the damage had been addressed to various levels of repair. But the room itself was clean and you can tell that they do care about providing a quality stay.

8

dan

Sep 1, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

No complaints for the price - clean, albeit a bit rundown

2

Yong

Nov 10, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I had bug bite here with blood suction. I slept in the car, just took shower.

4

Peter

Oct 12, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Carpet was gross and unsanitary The bed was lumpy and uncomfortable First day i had no hot water and toliet Staff was ok fixed it If they wpuld replace the carpet it would be a lot more acceptable

2

DANIEL

Feb 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Bed bugs, dirty, mold in bathroom. No handicap toilets. Etc

2

Teodora

Apr 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Smell bad

4

Ken

Dec 29, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Check-in was easy and friendly and accommodated a problem with my reservation. The room smelled of sweet/foul deodorizer and the carpet was damp. Good cheap rates.

2

Nicole

Aug 15, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The smell!!!!!!!!!! The room smelled of strong disinfectant and bathroom air freshener. I had to go to a friend's house, take all my things with me, so that I could leave the windows open during the day. It made no difference to the smell in the room! The odor followed me everywhere I went! I don't understand why anyone would think it was acceptable to have their guests subjected to this chemical assault. I could barely sleep. I wish a brought gas mask with me. Otherwise... everything else was to be expected in a motel stay.

10

Joel

Oct 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was great clean room not to far away from sf. Definitely recommend staying here.

2

Bonnie

Dec 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room is so old and dirty. Plus the TV did not work nor is there a telephone in the room.

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Rooms

Rooms are very dated and basic, with frequent maintenance issues (TVs, lamps, outlets), thin walls, loud AC or fridges, and occasional weak hot water. Some guests still found them comfortable enough for the price.

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Tim

May 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Worst stay ever. The bed was like sleeping on a slab of concrete. Shower pressure was like a trickle. I wouldn't recommend this one.

6

Diego

Feb 26, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

You can reeeaally hear the neighbors. But its a good clean safe place to say! Not paying for luxury! Thanks guys

4

Ricardo

Aug 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Ok for price. Not enough outlets for charging devices

6

Agnellus

Oct 16, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The location was convenient. Donut shop across the street was nice. The room was basic but serviceable. The rooms were a bit outdated, toilet seat was loose and slipping off to the side. One of the lamps didn't work, no blowdryer, no iron. Ultimately, I would probably not stay there again.

6

Walt

Aug 20, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The place could use a cleaner furniture, the tv stand, cabinets, chairs need improvement. It looks old and outdated. The little refrigerator was noisy, one of the lamps was missing a bulb. The bed or mattresses were noisy.

2

Stewart

Apr 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Smoke alarm was missing, just wires from ceiling. Room "key" entry card did not work at first, had to go back to office. Show water flow (pressure) was very low.

6

Christopher

Aug 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Older building with old sheets, bed covers and carpet. Feels like everything is from the 1970s but not in a good way.

6

Kevin

Jun 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It’s very basic . Bed is terrible . Location and price was goid

6

Karen

May 8, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

I liked that it was close to my son, whom I was visiting. It is very old and in need of updating. Very few plugs, motel had piggyback several things onto one surge protector. Lamp next to bed did not work in room. TV did not work, had only 3 stations that worked, had to unplug cable everytime you changed stations, so you would get sound. Manager was nice.

8

Mousa

Mar 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room is old and the AC is really loud.

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Service

Many guests praised friendly, accommodating staff and easy check-in, though a few reported poor attitude or unresolved issues.

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Kathleen

Nov 6, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Ceiling cob web. Bathroom needs upgrade. Staff very nice. No continental breakfast as advertised.

10

allen

Mar 25, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

good budget friendly simple rooms, area is good, the owners, staff, housekeeping are very nice. can get a nice low cost and good breakfast at wendys about just a block away. and a donut place within walking distance also :)

4

Peter

Oct 12, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Carpet was gross and unsanitary The bed was lumpy and uncomfortable First day i had no hot water and toliet Staff was ok fixed it If they wpuld replace the carpet it would be a lot more acceptable

10

David

Feb 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great staff!!!!! Excellent experience!!!

4

Ken

Dec 29, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Check-in was easy and friendly and accommodated a problem with my reservation. The room smelled of sweet/foul deodorizer and the carpet was damp. Good cheap rates.

8

Dennis

Mar 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Motel is in disrepair, but the team here were really nice

6

Karen

May 8, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

I liked that it was close to my son, whom I was visiting. It is very old and in need of updating. Very few plugs, motel had piggyback several things onto one surge protector. Lamp next to bed did not work in room. TV did not work, had only 3 stations that worked, had to unplug cable everytime you changed stations, so you would get sound. Manager was nice.

2

Shirley

Jan 13, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

No cable my whole stay , attendant said he will fix it never came back nor called. First room they gave me smelled so bad .

10

Stephen

Jan 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff friendly.

6

Raphique

Jul 31, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Staff had bad attitude

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Location

Generally considered convenient for the area, with BART, Cow Palace, and some food options within walking distance. A few noted limited dining nearby and an isolated safety concern.

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Timothy

Mar 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was ok after a long intl flight. No restaurants in the immediate area.

10

David

Sep 28, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Shopping and food within walking distance. The room itself had seen some prior damage, but the damage had been addressed to various levels of repair. But the room itself was clean and you can tell that they do care about providing a quality stay.

10

allen

Mar 25, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

good budget friendly simple rooms, area is good, the owners, staff, housekeeping are very nice. can get a nice low cost and good breakfast at wendys about just a block away. and a donut place within walking distance also :)

10

Matthew

May 6, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Close to The Cow Palace and a cheap Uber ride. Nothing spectacular around, but conveniences within walking distance including a nice restaurant across the street and a pool hall sitting atop a flight of stairs.

8

Julia

Oct 3, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Decent place to stay if you need to be in the area. Safe, comfortable, walkable to BART, no problems!

6

Agnellus

Oct 16, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The location was convenient. Donut shop across the street was nice. The room was basic but serviceable. The rooms were a bit outdated, toilet seat was loose and slipping off to the side. One of the lamps didn't work, no blowdryer, no iron. Ultimately, I would probably not stay there again.

6

Kevin

Jun 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It’s very basic . Bed is terrible . Location and price was goid

6

Martha

Aug 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Felt unsafe due to a guy roaming the area throughout the day and night. Felt uneasy - ended up going to airport at 4am. Felt safer than staying at the hotel.

10

Joel

Oct 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was great clean room not to far away from sf. Definitely recommend staying here.

8

Terry

Jan 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Quiet and humble. Room smelled good ..

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Dining

One reviewer reported no continental breakfast as advertised, and there is no on-site dining mentioned. Nearby options include a donut shop, Wendy's, and a restaurant across the street, though one guest found few eateries immediately around.

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6

Timothy

Mar 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was ok after a long intl flight. No restaurants in the immediate area.

6

Kathleen

Nov 6, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Ceiling cob web. Bathroom needs upgrade. Staff very nice. No continental breakfast as advertised.

10

David

Sep 28, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Shopping and food within walking distance. The room itself had seen some prior damage, but the damage had been addressed to various levels of repair. But the room itself was clean and you can tell that they do care about providing a quality stay.

10

allen

Mar 25, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

good budget friendly simple rooms, area is good, the owners, staff, housekeeping are very nice. can get a nice low cost and good breakfast at wendys about just a block away. and a donut place within walking distance also :)

10

Matthew

May 6, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Close to The Cow Palace and a cheap Uber ride. Nothing spectacular around, but conveniences within walking distance including a nice restaurant across the street and a pool hall sitting atop a flight of stairs.

6

Agnellus

Oct 16, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The location was convenient. Donut shop across the street was nice. The room was basic but serviceable. The rooms were a bit outdated, toilet seat was loose and slipping off to the side. One of the lamps didn't work, no blowdryer, no iron. Ultimately, I would probably not stay there again.

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Month	Average price
January	$90
February	$93
March	$90
April	$85
May	$90
June	$104
July	$97
August	$112
September	$110
October	$120
November	$89
December	$83

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14 $218	15 $230	16 $217	17 $180	18 $107	19 $109
20 $100	21 $99	22 $99	23 $100	24 $102	25 $110	26 $125
27 $100	28 $102	29 $100	30 $100

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $107	2 $129	3 $131
4 $108	5 $107	6 $102	7 $100	8 $100	9 $115	10 $120
11 $101	12 $100	13 $115	14 $102	15 $104	16 $117	17 $125
18 $99	19 $92	20 $94	21 $94	22 $94	23 $106	24 $102
25 $99	26 $94	27 $94	28 $104	29 $95	30 $102	31 $102

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