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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

1. Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

San Marcos

Kweku

CA $118 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

2. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

Escondido

Daniel

CA $184 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

3. Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

Lake

karimi

CA $139 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 4 - Aug 5

4. Vista Inn Motel

Vista

Lita

CA $199 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 3 - Aug 4

5. Motel Mediteran Escondido

Kit Carson

David

CA $137 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 20 - Aug 21

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

6. Escondido Lodge

Kit Carson

Nancy

CA $125 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 6 - Aug 7

7. Franciscan Inn

Vista

sophoeun

CA $130 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 3 - Aug 4

8. Escondido Inn

Central Escondido

Brian

CA $601 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

9. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Olde Carlsbad

MOISES A

CA $142 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

10. Hacienda Motel

Central Escondido

CA $168 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 3 - Aug 4

11. Moonlight Beach Motel

Downtown Encinitas

melissa

CA $457 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 6 - Aug 7

Deluxe Studio, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

12. Scandia Motel

Carlsbad Village

Joyce

CA $122 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 5 - Aug 6

Pillowtop beds, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

13. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North

Olde Carlsbad

steven

CA $141 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 10 - Aug 11

14. Ramona Valley Inn

Ramona

William

CA $114 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 4 - Aug 5

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

15. Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

Townsite

Mary

CA $152 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers

16. Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown

Fallbrook

Carlos

CA $94 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

17. Fallbrook Country Inn

Fallbrook

Jessica

CA $96 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

18. Rancho California Inn

Old Town Temecula

John

CA $101 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 4 - Aug 5

19. Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

Downtown Encinitas

Anna

CA $145 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing, WiFi (free)

20. Motel 6 Escondido, CA

Central Escondido

Antonio

CA $124 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

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Top San Marcos Hotel Reviews

California Suites Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"That the check in was quick and easy"

La Jolla Shores Hotel

8/10 Good

"We appreciate that the property has been around for quite some time making the location ideal -beach access couldn’t be better! Some areas of the hotel show more signs of age more than others. For instance in our room there was a chair with a broken leg that was just propped back up but since we didn’t use this chair, it wasn’t an issue for us and figured the staff must have known about this too. The view was very good from our balcony and in the room the sheets and towels were crisp and clean. At reception, I asked if I could use a microwave to warm up a croissant and they kindly offered to put a microwave in our room - we really appreciated that! The outdoor property maintenance gentlemen were so polite, holding a door open for me even though they were busy doing a great job at cleaning and pruning. The staff at the beach setting up the umbrellas and chair were the best! They were always happy to help! We did not use the pool or restaurant but the staff seemed welcoming all around. Overall we really enjoyed our stay!"

Lakehouse Resort

8/10 Good

"We stayed in room 7103. Clean room, 7/10. Stains on carpet and couch. Towels too rough. Bed was too firm, I couldn’t sleep well. Temps not so great, definitely have to lower yourself. Makes the room musty when not cool. 7/10 We didn’t request an ADA room but got one anyway. Shower head was Kohler, 10/10 but water is so easy to flow into the bathroom floor with the ADA set up. Walls too thin, had to complain about neighbor screaming loud sporadically, playing a game with his kids. Amenities are wonderful. Coffee place was great, but sometimes the door is locked during hours of operation - you have to check the front desk for service. I would stay here again for the amenities."

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What can I expect from a motel trip to San Marcos?

When you save on your room price, you can enjoy more of what San Marcos has to offer. Not-to-be-missed sights include LEGOLAND® California and San Diego Zoo Safari Park in the area.

What is a motel?

At most motels, you'll often find an outdoor pool and a free parking spot. When you stay at a motel, you'll usually access your room from an outside corridor overlooking the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace at the end of the 1940s when cars became more popular along with road trip vacations, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.

What are the best motels in San Marcos?

Here are some of Expedia customers' favorite motels to book in the larger area. Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos: Stay within a quick 3-minute drive of California State University San Marcos. Enjoy access to the business center, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Motel 6 Oceanside, CA: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like climate control. Central San Marcos is 8.1 mi (13.1 km) away. Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach: Enjoy access to the parking, and freebies including breakfast and WiFi. Located 9.8 mi (15.8 km) from the heart of San Marcos. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland: Central San Marcos is 9.2 mi (14.8 km) away. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a microwave. Motel 6 Temecula, CA - Historic Old Town: 24.6 mi (39.5 km) from the heart of San Marcos. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

What things can I to do in San Marcos?

In this relaxing area, enjoy its scenic lakeside and top-notch restaurants while you're sightseeing. People visiting San Marcos like its shops and breweries. Must-see places in and around San Marcos include LEGOLAND® California and San Diego Zoo Safari Park. Enjoy nature with a stop at Montiel Dog Park and San Elijo Hills Dog Park. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Birch Aquarium, SEA LIFE Carlsbad Aquarium, and Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens.

What's the weather like in San Marcos?

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in San Marcos to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 71°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 55°F. Average annual precipitation for San Marcos is 14 inches.

What are my options for getting around San Marcos when staying in a motel?

We've gathered some information about local transportation options in San Marcos to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar), which is located 6.6 mi (10.7 km) from the city center. Otherwise, look for flights into San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is 23 mi (37 km) away. If you'd like to venture out around the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.

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1. Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

2. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

3. Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

4. Vista Inn Motel

5. Motel Mediteran Escondido

6. Escondido Lodge

7. Franciscan Inn

8. Escondido Inn

9. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

10. Hacienda Motel

11. Moonlight Beach Motel

12. Scandia Motel

13. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North

14. Ramona Valley Inn

15. Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

16. Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown

17. Fallbrook Country Inn

18. Rancho California Inn

19. Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

20. Motel 6 Escondido, CA

Top San Marcos Hotel Reviews

California Suites Hotel

La Jolla Shores Hotel

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Del Mar

The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt

Lakehouse Resort

Signature Temecula

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

Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

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1. Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

2. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

3. Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

4. Vista Inn Motel

5. Motel Mediteran Escondido

6. Escondido Lodge

7. Franciscan Inn

8. Escondido Inn

9. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

10. Hacienda Motel

11. Moonlight Beach Motel

12. Scandia Motel

13. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North

14. Ramona Valley Inn

15. Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

16. Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown

17. Fallbrook Country Inn

18. Rancho California Inn

19. Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

20. Motel 6 Escondido, CA

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