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Hotels in San Marcos

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Searching for a hotel in San Marcos (California)? You will find a wide selection of hotels in San Marcos and the surrounding region at great rates, starting from $70 per night. From cheap budget hotels to family hotels and premium hotels for business travel and more upscale. Choose a hotel for more info about the offer.

Hotels in San Marcos and region (20 miles)

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San D...

Hotel in San Marcos, California , 227 West San Marcos Boulevard
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego North/San Marcos features free bikes, outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre and shared lounge in San Ma...
  • Parking
  • Fitness centre
  • Outdoor pool
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Swimming pool

Fabulous 284 Reviews 8.9

from $182.00 Show details »

Hampton Inn San Marcos

Hotel in San Marcos, California , 123 East Carmel Street
Located just off Route 78 in San Marcos, California, this hotel offers convenient amenities and services just minutes from attractions, recreational a...
  • Parking
  • Fitness centre
  • Outdoor pool
  • Swimming pool
  • Swimming Pool

Very good 196 Reviews 8.2

from $221.87 Show details »

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Hotel in San Marcos, California , 517 West San Marcos Boulevard
Conveniently located off Freeway 78, and a short drive from many of San Diegos major attractions, this San Marcos hotel provides guests with a variety...
  • Parking
  • Pets allowed
  • Family rooms

Pleasant 348 Reviews 6.7

from $107.73 Show details »

Residence Inn San Diego North/San Marcos

Hotel in San Marcos, California , 1245 Los Vallecitos Boulevard
The San Marcos Residence Inn features an outdoor swimming pool and a patio with fire pit and grill.
  • Parking
  • Pets allowed
  • Fitness centre
  • Family rooms
  • Outdoor pool

Very good 119 Reviews 8.3

from $169.15 Show details »

Lakehouse Resort

Hotel in San Marcos, California , 1025 La Bonita Drive
Featuring a full-service marina on Lake San Marcos, this resort offers a 2 outdoor pools and a hot tub.
  • Parking
  • Restaurant
  • Pets allowed
  • Bar
  • Fitness centre

Very good 303 Reviews 8.3

from $155.67 Show details »

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

Hotel in Vista near San Marcos, California , 2100 Radiance Way
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a shared lounge.
  • Parking
  • Pets allowed
  • Fitness centre
  • Outdoor pool
  • Electric vehicle charging station

Superb 687 Reviews 9.4

from $222.33 Show details »

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Vista

Hotel in Vista near San Marcos, California , 630 Sycamore Avenue
LEGOLAND California is 15 minutes’ drive from this Carlsbad area hotel.
  • Parking
  • Pets allowed
  • Outdoor pool
  • Swimming pool
  • Swimming Pool

Pleasant 862 Reviews 6.4

from $102.00 Show details »

Best Western Escondido Hotel

Hotel in Escondido near San Marcos, California , 1700 Seven Oakes Road
Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, this pet-friendly Escondido hotel is 10 miles from the San Diego Zoo Safari Park.
  • Parking
  • Pets allowed
  • Family rooms
  • Outdoor pool
  • Swimming pool

Good 254 Reviews 7.7

from $161.10 Show details »

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San D...

Hotel in Escondido near San Marcos, California , 1250 West Valley Parkway
Located just off Highway 15, this hotel features an outdoor pool and whirlpool and rooms with a 32-inch flat-screen cable TV and free Wi-Fi.
  • Parking
  • Fitness centre

Very good 238 Reviews 8.1

from $168.80 Show details »

Rodeway Inn Escondido Downtown

Hotel in Escondido near San Marcos, California , 250 West El Norte Parkway
Welcome to the Rodeway Inn hotel, conveniently located in southern California, one of the closest hotels to the San Diego Zoos Wild Animal Park.
  • Parking
  • Pets allowed
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Passable 49 Reviews 5.1

from $92.65 Show details »

Motel 6-Escondido, CA

Hotel in Escondido near San Marcos, California , 900 North Quince Street
Offering an outdoor pool and terrace, this Escondido hotel offers air-conditioned rooms with cable TV.
  • Parking
  • Pets allowed
  • Outdoor pool
  • Swimming pool
  • Swimming Pool

Pleasant 617 Reviews 6.1

from $87.99 Show details »

Quality Inn Escondido Downtown

Hotel in Escondido near San Marcos, California , 501 W Mission Ave
Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, Quality Inn Escondido Downtown is 10 km from San Diego Zoo Safari Park.
  • Parking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Swimming pool
  • Swimming Pool

Pleasant 62 Reviews 7.0

from $115.49 Show details »

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Escondido...

Hotel in Escondido near San Marcos, California , 200 La Terraza Boulevard
Set in Escondido, 12 km from San Diego Zoo Safari Park, SpringHill Suites by Marriott Escondido Downtown offers accommodation with free bikes, free pr...
  • Parking
  • Fitness centre
  • Outdoor pool
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Electric vehicle charging station

Fabulous 279 Reviews 8.9

from $196.67 Show details »

TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego...

Hotel in Vista near San Marcos, California , 2201 South Melrose Drive
This Vista hotel is within a 20-minute drive of Carlsbad and 7 miles from Legoland.
  • Parking
  • Fitness centre
  • Family rooms
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Swimming pool

Very good 104 Reviews 8.3

from $195.65 Show details »

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Escondido Downt...

Hotel in Escondido near San Marcos, California , 515 West Washington Avenue
Located off Interstate 15, this Escondido hotel offers an outdoor pool and hot tub and serves a daily continental breakfast.
  • Parking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Swimming pool
  • Swimming Pool
  • Bath

Pleasant 423 Reviews 7.0

from $109.00 Show details »

Escondido Inn

Motel in Escondido near San Marcos, California , 420 West Washington Avenue
Located in downtown Escondido, this hotel is just 5 minutes off I-15 and a 15-minute drive from the San Diego Zoo Safari Park.
  • Parking
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hairdryer
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock

Very good 152 Reviews 8.5

from $108.90 Show details »

Hyatt Place San Diego-Vista/Carlsbad

Hotel in Vista near San Marcos, California , 2645 South Melrose Drive
Located 13 minutes drive to Legoland Resort and Carlsbad Beach, Hyatt Place San Diego boasts a year-round outdoor pool and sun terrace.
  • Parking
  • Restaurant
  • Pets allowed
  • Bar
  • Fitness centre

Very good 492 Reviews 8.0

from $152.10 Show details »

Hacienda Motel

Motel in Escondido near San Marcos, California , 735 N. Broadway
Situated in Escondido, 11 km from San Diego Zoo Safari Park, Hacienda Motel features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.
  • Parking
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony

Pleasant 239 Reviews 6.6

from $93.50 Show details »

Franciscan Inn Motel

Motel in Vista near San Marcos, California , 955 South Santa Fe Avenue
Located 18 miles from Wild Animal Park Escondido, this Vista motel features a year-round outdoor pool.
  • Parking
  • Family rooms
  • Outdoor pool
  • Swimming pool
  • Swimming Pool

Passable 267 Reviews 5.2

from $120.99 Show details »

Staybridge Suites Carlsbad/San Diego, an...

Hotel in Carlsbad near San Marcos, California , 2735 Palomar Airport Road
Offering an outdoor pool, Staybridge Suites Carlsbad/San Diego is located in Carlsbad.
  • Parking
  • Pets allowed
  • Bar
  • Fitness centre
  • Family rooms

Fabulous 325 Reviews 8.6

from $212.10 Show details »

Holiday Inn Carlsbad/San Diego, an IHG H...

Resort in Carlsbad near San Marcos, California , 2725 Palomar Airport Road
Offering an outdoor pool and Stratus Restaurant & Bar, Holiday Inn Carlsbad/San Diego is located in Carlsbad.
  • Parking
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Fitness centre
  • Outdoor pool

Very good 447 Reviews 8.1

from $152.15 Show details »

Hampton Inn Carlsbad North San Diego Cou...

Hotel in Carlsbad near San Marcos, California , 2229 Palomar Airport Road
This Carlsbad hotel is within a 10-minute drive of Legoland theme park.
  • Parking
  • Fitness centre
  • Family rooms
  • Outdoor pool
  • Swimming pool

Fabulous 1362 Reviews 8.8

from $203.15 Show details »

Motel Mediteran

Motel in Escondido near San Marcos, California , 2336 South Escondido Boulevard
Centrally located near several San Diego attractions, this motel offers convenient amenities just minutes from golfing, shopping and exciting recreati...
  • Parking
  • Family rooms
  • Outdoor pool
  • Swimming pool
  • Swimming Pool

Very good 530 Reviews 8.5

from $120.00 Show details »

Vista Inn

Motel in Vista near San Marcos, California , 745 West Vista Way
Located just off Highway 78, this motel is less than 1 mile from the Wave Waterpark and 12 minutes drive from Oceanside Harbor.
  • Parking
  • Family rooms
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Telephone

Passable 177 Reviews 5.4

from $124.00 Show details »

Homewood Suites by Hilton Carlsbad-North...

Hotel in Carlsbad near San Marcos, California , 2223 Palomar Airport Road
This California hotel is 13 km from the Carlsbad State Beach and 9 km from Legoland California.
  • Parking
  • Pets allowed
  • Fitness centre
  • Family rooms
  • Outdoor pool

Very good 208 Reviews 8.2

from $211.08 Show details »

Number of Hotels in San Marcos 149
Number of guest ratings 1253
Average price per night $202.85
Lowest price per night $70.00
Highest price per night $1.459.00

Most popular Hotels in San Marcos

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Cheapest Hotels in San Marcos

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Most booked Hotels in San Marcos

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How to find the best hotel in San Marcos (California)

Finding the best hotel in San Marcos depends on your individual needs and preferences. First, consider your budget. Deciding how much you are willing to spend can help you narrow down your search and avoid overspending. Keep in mind that higher prices may not always equate to better quality or value.

Next, think about the location. Do you want to stay in the heart of San Marcos, or would you prefer a quieter area outside of town? Consider factors like proximity to attractions, transportation, and safety when choosing a location.

After that, consider the type of hotel you want to stay in. Do you prefer a boutique hotel with personalized service, or a large chain hotel with more amenities? Think about whats most important to you, whether it is a pool, a gym, or a great restaurant.

It is also important to read reviews from other travelers to get an idea of the hotels reputation. Look for comments about cleanliness, service, and overall experience to get a better sense of what to expect.

Don't be afraid to contact the hotel directly with any questions or concerns. A good hotel should be happy to answer your questions and make your stay as comfortable as possible.

Hotels in San Marcos - which one to choose?

One of the most common types of hotels in San Marcos and surrounding region are budget or economy hotels, who offer affordable accommodation for travelers on a tight budget, and extended-stay hotels, which are designed for guests who need to stay for an extended period of time, such as business travelers or those relocating to a new city.

Another popular type of hotel is the boutique hotel. These hotels are smaller in size and typically feature unique and personalized decor and amenities, often designed to appeal to a specific target market or theme. Boutique hotels in San Marcos are often independently owned and operated, and they are known for their distinctive character and personalized service.

If you want the carefree package maybe the luxury hotel in San Marcos ist the right choice for you. These hotels are known for their high-end amenities and exceptional service, and are often located in prime locations such as city centers or scenic destinations. Luxury hotels typically feature upscale restaurants, fitness centers, spas, and other lavish facilities, and they are designed to cater to guests who are seeking a luxurious and indulgent experience.

Resort hotels are another common type of accommodation, particularly in tropical and beach destinations. These hotels offer a wide range of amenities, including pools, spas, restaurants, and outdoor activities such as water sports and golf. They are designed to provide guests with a complete vacation experience, with everything they need to relax and have fun in one location.


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