Hotels and Motels in or near San Marcos, CA
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Marcos
227 West San Marcos Blvd, San Marcos, CA 92069
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From $101
Check In 1500
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Rated Very High
Upper-midscale, smoke-free, downtown hotel
Near California State University San Marcos
4 floors; 85 rooms, 31 suites
Outdoor swimming pool open all year
24-hour exercise room
Microwave and refrigerator in every room
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Free parking
Not pet friendly
- no pets allowed. - Jan 2022
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"Nice place to stay. The room was clean, and the hotel staff was friendly.2022-02-28 "
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Residence Inn by Marriott San Marcos - CA 78, Exit 11
1245 Los Vallecitos Blvd, CA 78, Exit 11, San Marcos, CA 92069
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From $101
Check In 1600
Check Out 1200
Rated Very High
Upscale, smoke-free, all-suite, extended-stay hotel
Near Palomar College
15 miles from Camp Pendleton
4 floors, 112 suites
Heated outdoor swimming pool - exercise room
Kitchen in every suite
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Free parking
Pet friendly hotel
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- $100 per stay pet fee. - Apr 2016 < Less
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Hampton Inn San Marcos - CA 78, Exit 13
123 Carmel Street, CA 78, Exit 13, San Marcos, CA 92078
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From $110
Check In 15 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated High
Upper-midscale, smoke-free hotel near downtown
Also near California State University San Marcos
3 floors, 69 rooms - elevator
Heated outdoor swimming pool - exercise room
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Free parking - truck parking
Pet friendly hotel
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- $50 per stay pet fee if staying 1 to 4 nights - $75 per stay pet fee if staying 5 nights or more. - Sep 2022 < Less
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"No complaints. I highly recommend this hotel.2022-10-09 "
"We had a pleasant stay, but our hotel room was too close to the noisy elevator.2021-06-28 "
"The hotel was comfortable.2016-08-30 "
"The hotel was centrally located and in decent condition. The room was spacious, but I heard some noise from other customers. The front desk clerks were polite and helpful. Stay here.2015-12-15 "
"Nice, quiet hotel. I got some needed sleep.2015-11-07 "
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3.0 miles
Lakehouse Hotel & Resort Lake San Marcos
1025 La Bonita Drive, Lake San Marcos, CA 92078
3.0 miles to San Marcos
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From $159
Check In 16 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated Very High
Upscale, smoke-free, full-service, lakeside resort
Located downtown on Lake San Marcos
7 buildings - 2 floors, 142 rooms and suites - no elevator
2 heated outdoor swimming pools - exercise room
Restaurant - lounge - room service
Golf course
Free WiFi
Pet friendly hotel
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- allows dogs only, 2 dogs per room - $75 per stay fee for one night - $150 per stay fee for 2 or more nights. - Mar 2023 < Less
Note: This hotel charges a resort fee of $40 per night - includes parking.
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"Nice resort. The dog-friendly outdoor patio at the restaurant was pleasant. No complaints.2017-09-30 "
"Beautiful hotel with clean rooms and great service. This was a wonderful find; I'll be back.2016-03-06 "
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3.3 miles
Best Western Hotel Escondido - I-15, Exit 33
1700 Seven Oaks Road, I-15, Exit 33, Escondido, CA 92026
3.3 miles to San Marcos
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From $162
Check In 1500
Check Out 1100
Rated High
Midscale hotel 2.5 miles from downtown
Some smoking rooms
Heated outdoor swimming pool
Microwave and refrigerator in every room
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Free parking
Pet friendly hotel
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- $25 per stay fee for each pet. - Jan 2019 < Less
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"The housekeepers and hotel clerks were courteous and friendly.2021-08-11 "
"Nice location, hotel, and employees, but the heater in my room blew cold air. The breakfast area was too small. Good stay overall, though.2020-01-02 "
"The hotel was affordable and convenient to casinos. I enjoyed the pool and whirlpool.2018-09-05 "
"Nice hotel with quiet rooms, but close to all the amenities in the area. Fair price and an OK breakfast.2016-03-22 "
"Excellent experience. The hotel was clean, and the pool and whirlpool were nice. Good place to stay.2015-08-04 "
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3.7 miles
La Quinta Inn Vista - CA 78, Exit 9
630 Sycamore Avenue, CA 78, Exit 9, Vista, CA 92083
3.7 miles to San Marcos
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From $72
Check In 15 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated Average
Midscale, smoke-free, highway hotel
4 miles from Moonlight Amphitheatre
Outdoor swimming pool
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
Free parking
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- $20 per night pet fee - $40 maximum per stay pet fee. - Feb 2019 < Less
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3.7 miles
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Escondido - I-15, Exit 31
1250 West Valley Parkway, I-15, Exit 31, Escondido, CA 92029
3.7 miles to San Marcos
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From $135
Check In 15 00
Check Out 12 00
Rated Average
Upper-midscale, smoke-free hotel near Escondido malls
3 floors, 84 rooms and suites - elevator
Heated outdoor swimming pool - exercise room
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Free parking
Not pet friendly
- no pets allowed. - Feb 2017
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3.8 miles
Comfort Inn Escondido - I-15, Exit 31
1290 West Valley Parkway, I-15, Exit 31, Escondido, CA 92029
3.8 miles to San Marcos
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From $90
Check In 16 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated High
Midscale, smoke-free hotel near Escondido malls
3 floors, 92 rooms - elevator
Heated outdoor swimming pool - exercise room
Microwave and refrigerator in every room
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Free parking
Not pet friendly
- no pets allowed. - Jan 2020
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"The room was clean and well-equipped. Everything was great except breakfast; it had lots of choices, but the food was just OK.2019-12-29 "
"The hotel was clean, but the front desk clerks acted like they didn't want to be bothered. I wish I'd spoken up about the kids running up and down the hallways.2019-05-07 "
"Located in a busy area by a freeway ramp, with a Target and other stores across the street. The hotel was older, but it was clean and well-kept. The room was fairly nice. There was a good family restaurant and Burger King across the parking lot.2018-07-22 "
"Close to restaurants and stores, and the rates were reasonable. The hotel was clean. The room was spacious and fresh and had newer paint and curtains and a comfortable bed and linens; I had a restful sleep. Nice TV. Breakfast was good and had variety. Normally only service dogs are permitted, but because of the wildfire, our dogs were allowed to stay with us. I'd stay here again.2017-12-12 "
"Convenient to everything. Great hotel room, great service, and great breakfast. Stay here.2016-11-10 "
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3.8 miles
Rodeway Inn Escondido - I-15, Exit 33
250 West El Norte Parkway, I-15, Exit 33, Escondido, CA 92026
3.8 miles to San Marcos
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From $49
Check In 15 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated Average
Cheap motel near downtown
About 7 miles from San Diego Wild Animal Park
Some smoking rooms
No swimming pool
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
Free parking
Pet friendly motel
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- allows pets up to 50 pounds, 2 pets per room - $30 per night fee for each pet. - Jan 2019 < Less
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"This motel was a waste of money. The room was filthy and unkempt. The TV remote control didn't work. There was a hole in the bathroom door, and the towel bar was falling off the wall. There was mold on the shower curtain. I'd never stay here again, and don't recommend it.2015-08-06 "
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4.0 miles
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Escondido - I-15, Exit 31
200 La Terraza Blvd, I-15, Exit 31, Escondido, CA 92025
4.0 miles to San Marcos
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From $110
Check In 1600
Check Out 1200
Rated High
Upscale, smoke-free, all-suite hotel
Near Escondido Promenade
4 floors, 107 suites
Outdoor swimming pool open all year - exercise room
Microwave and refrigerator in every room
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Free parking
Not pet friendly
- no pets allowed. - June 2019
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"Nice experience. I highly recommend this hotel.2020-02-16 "
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4.1 miles
Escondido Inn
420 West Washington Avenue, Escondido, CA 92025
4.1 miles to San Marcos
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From $99
Check In 1500
Check Out 1100
Midscale, smoke-free motel
2 miles from Escondido Promenade
2 floors, 16 rooms and suites - no elevator
No swimming pool
Microwave and refrigerator in every room
Free WiFi
Free parking
Not pet friendly
- no pets allowed. - Feb 2023
4.8 miles
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Vista
2201 South Melrose Drive, Vista, CA 92081
4.8 miles to San Marcos
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From $159
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Rated Very High
Midscale, smoke-free, all-suite, extended-stay hotel
8.5 miles from Carlsbad
3 floors, 94 studio to 2-bedroom suites - elevator
Outdoor swimming pool - exercise room
Kitchen in every suite
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Free parking - truck parking
Pet friendly hotel
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- allows up to 2 pets per room - $100 per stay pet fee. - May 2016 < Less
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"This hotel is a good place to stay and worth the price. The room was clean and in good condition, and the staff was pleasant and helpful. Parking was tight.2020-02-17 "
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5 miles
Hyatt Place Hotel Vista
2645 South Melrose Drive, Vista, CA 92081
5 miles to San Marcos
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From $152
Check In 15 00
Check Out 12 00
Rated Average
Upscale, smoke-free hotel 2 miles from Carlsbad Airport Also 7 miles east of Legoland 4 floors, 150 rooms Free shuttle to Carlsbad Airport Free shuttle to other attractions within 5-mile radius Heated outdoor swimming pool - 24-hour exercise room 24-hour self-serve restaurant - lounge Free hot breakfast buffet Free WiFi Free parking Park and fly not allowed
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- allows dogs only up to 50 pounds, 2 dogs per room - $75 per stay pet fee. - Jul 2016 < Less
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"Located in a safe and pleasant area. The hotel was only luxurious on the outside and in the lobby. The rest of the place was dated.2021-06-17 "
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6 miles
Staybridge Suites Carlsbad
2735 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad, CA 92009
6 miles to San Marcos
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From $130
Check In 16 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated Very High
Upscale, smoke-free, all-suite, extended-stay hotel
Near Carlsbad Airport
3 miles east of Legoland
3 floors, 109 suites - elevator
Heated outdoor swimming pool - exercise room
Kitchen in every suite
Room service
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Free parking
Pet friendly hotel
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- allows up to 2 pets per room - $150 per stay pet fee. - Oct 2018 < Less
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6 miles
Holiday Inn Carlsbad
2725 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad, CA 92009
6 miles to San Marcos
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From $107
Check In 15 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated High
Upper-midscale, smoke-free, full-service hotel Near Carlsbad Airport and Carlsbad Premium Outlet Mall 3 miles east of Legoland 3 floors; 133 rooms, 1 suite - elevator Heated outdoor swimming pool - exercise room Restaurant - lounge - room service Free hot breakfast buffet Free WiFi Free parking
Not pet friendly
- no pets allowed. - Oct 2018
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7 miles
Hampton Inn North Carlsbad
2229 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad, CA 92011
7 miles to San Marcos
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From $106
Check In 16 00
Check Out 12 00
Rated Very High
Upper-midscale, smoke-free hotel
Across the street from Carlsbad Airport
3 floors, 94 rooms - elevator
No shuttle to Carlsbad Airport
Heated outdoor swimming pool - exercise room
Microwave and refrigerator in every room
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
Free parking
Park and fly not allowed
Not pet friendly
- no pets allowed. - Mar 2022
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"Close to the beach and LEGOLAND. Excellent rates. Clean room and friendly employees. The kids loved the heated pool although it was outside. Breakfast was awesome.2016-01-31 "
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7 miles
Homewood Suites by Hilton North Carlsbad
2223 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad, CA 92009
7 miles to San Marcos
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From $124
Check In 16 00
Check Out 12 00
Rated Very High
Upscale, smoke-free, all-suite, extended-stay, airport hotel Across the street from Carlsbad Airport 3 floors, 145 suites - elevator Free shuttle to Carlsbad Airport Free shuttle to other attractions within 5-mile radius Heated outdoor swimming pool - exercise room Kitchen in every suite Free hot breakfast buffet Free WiFi Free parking Free park and fly up to 7 nights only
Pet friendly hotel
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- allows up to 2 pets per room - $75 per stay pet fee. - Jan 2016 < Less
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"The hotel staff was friendly, but the dog-walking area was too far away.2019-02-26 "
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