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Inn By The Sea La Jolla

Inn By The Sea La Jolla
3.5 star property
Village of La Jolla
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,817 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
Craig
The price is CA $376
CA $432 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Inn By The Sea La Jolla

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
3.5 star property
Lawrence Welk Resort Village
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,907 reviews)
"My best place to stay for the summer."
United States
claudia
The price is CA $356
CA $439 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

Signature Temecula

Signature Temecula
3.0 star property
Temecula
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,848 reviews)
"Great place to stay, clean!"
United States
Cristhian
The price is CA $121
CA $136 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 14 - Jul 15
Signature Temecula

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar
3.0 star property
Rancho Peñasquitos
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,344 reviews)
"Clean rooms, helpful staff and great breakfast."
United States
isabel
The price is CA $192
CA $220 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
3.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,582 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
joshua
The price is CA $253
CA $301 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
3.0 star property
Sorrento Valley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,556 reviews)
"Very great stay"
United States
Phillip
The price is CA $264
CA $304 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central
3.0 star property
Kearny Mesa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Great hotel and I will stay there again. Good breakfast and very clean and safe."
United States
Natalie
The price is CA $225
CA $258 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
3.0 star property
Carmel Mountain Ranch
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,007 reviews)
"Very friendly staff although the weekend breakfast is only 730 to 9am"
United States
Cristina
The price is CA $212
CA $241 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

Home2 Suites by Hilton Temecula

Home2 Suites by Hilton Temecula
3.0 star property
Temecula
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,012 reviews)
"Good location, clean rooms, breakfast is a plus!"
United States
Michelle
The price is CA $146
CA $163 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 14 - Jul 15
Home2 Suites by Hilton Temecula

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel
3.0 star property
City Center
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,977 reviews)
"Beautiful place clean pool and friendly staff!"
United States
Steve
The price is CA $217
CA $276 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel

Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad

Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad
3.0 star property
Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,098 reviews)
"Amazing stay!"
United States
Rafael
The price is CA $216
CA $238 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
3.5 star property
Vista
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,120 reviews)
"The property is really nice and the staff was exceptional."
United States
marisa
The price is CA $236
CA $261 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
3.0 star property
South Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,673 reviews)
"So clean and such a great room for the price!"
United States
Sara
The price is CA $213
CA $239 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Rancho Bernardo/Scripps Poway

SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Rancho Bernardo/Scripps Poway
3.0 star property
Miramar Ranch North
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,224 reviews)
"Clean room, a good breakfast and aa safe palce to stay in with kids"
United States
Lorenz
The price is CA $254
CA $292 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Rancho Bernardo/Scripps Poway

Sheraton La Jolla Hotel

Sheraton La Jolla Hotel
3.5 star property
La Jolla Village
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,025 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay!"
United States
Christina
The price is CA $325
CA $374 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Sheraton La Jolla Hotel

The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
Carlsbad Ranch
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Great place to stay "
United States
George
The price is CA $289
CA $362 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 9 - Jul 10
The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa
3.0 star property
Sorrento Valley
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Nice hotel and good breakfast"
United States
QUOC BINH
The price is CA $267
CA $307 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa

La Jolla Shores Hotel

La Jolla Shores Hotel
3.0 star property
La Jolla Shores
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,336 reviews)
"Nice beach view, helpful staff, clean property."
United States
Edgardo
The price is CA $442
CA $590 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
La Jolla Shores Hotel

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
3.0 star property
Rancho Bernardo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,009 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
David
The price is CA $268
CA $306 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

Harrah's Resort Southern California - A Caesars Rewards Destination

Harrah's Resort Southern California - A Caesars Rewards Destination
3.5 star property
Funner
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,089 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly, bed comfortable, pool area fantastic, food very good. Highly recommend this place for a great getaway."
United States
Wayne
The price is CA $297
CA $328 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 14 - Jul 15
Harrah's Resort Southern California - A Caesars Rewards Destination
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Nestled between rolling hills and blooming flower fields, this college town offers hiking trails and craft breweries within minutes of each other. Visit Double Peak Park for panoramic views, then explore the bustling farmers market where local vendors sell everything from fresh produce to handmade jewellery.

A modern urban area with a central roundabout, surrounded by multi-story buildings, green spaces, and a hilly landscape in the background.

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The top 3 Stars hotels in San Marcos, San Marcos may offer some of the best discounts and rates, but these properties are anything but average. Travelers love San Marcos 3 Stars hotels for their top quality services, just-like-home amenities, and wallet-friendly prices. You can even get access to fantastic perks like delectable restaurants, so-cool cocktail bars, and spacious fitness centres.

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What are the best 3-star hotels in San Marcos?
Expedia customers speak highly of Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos. It comes with a swimming pool and a firepit, and is around 3 kilometres west of the centre of San Marcos. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad is another well-liked 3-star hotel. Located roughly 6 kilometres west of the downtown area, it offers a swimming pool and a firepit.
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