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I personally feel Pechanga is the best place to stay in the area. Not only is it the best casino/Hotel, but the restraunts are really nice and the location is unbeatable. Yopu're freeway close to everything in the San Diego area. Rooms are moderately priced....for example , a top floor suite with a view and jacuzzi tub is around $250. They usually have great entertainment as well. While you're there, Pala is 20 mins down the road, Casino pauma is another 10....Harrah's Rincon (another 10), and Valley View (10 more). If you get adventurous, Barona, Sycuan, Viejas are all within striking distance.