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

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
2.0 star property
San Marcos
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,012 reviews)
"It was really nicely cleaned and comfortable. Highly recommend."
United States
dawnn
The price is CA $111
CA $122 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
Terrace/patio

Motel 6 Temecula, CA - Historic Old Town

Motel 6 Temecula, CA - Historic Old Town
2.0 star property
Old Town Temecula
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (2,140 reviews)
"Great lighting at night; very friendly staff."
United States
Darlene
The price is CA $80
CA $90 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 24 - Jun 25
Motel 6 Temecula, CA - Historic Old Town
Exterior

Ramona Valley Inn

Ramona Valley Inn
2.0 star property
Ramona
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Older place but well kept 2nd time I stayed here Parking can be challenging but plenty on street . I was here over memorial weekend both time Baseball championship was going on So very busy But polite staff Clean rooms And great prices Would recommend!"
United States
Christaphor
The price is CA $113
CA $127 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 24 - Jun 25
Ramona Valley Inn
Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Vista Inn Motel

Vista Inn Motel
2.0 star property
Vista
6.0 out of 10, (610 reviews)
"Great bed comfortable Great night sleep Nice employees Very helpful anything you need Rooms huge Bathroom huge"
United States
Janine
The price is CA $111
CA $122 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Vista Inn Motel
Exterior

Fallbrook Country Inn

Fallbrook Country Inn
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.4 out of 10, (1,009 reviews)
"Great stay as always"
United States
Kimberly
The price is CA $80
CA $90 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Fallbrook Country Inn
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
7.8 out of 10, Good, (357 reviews)
"It was a great place to stay! It was quiet and clean, and we used the pool multiple times. We stayed 6 nights and have no complaints!"
United States
Dana Phillip
The price is CA $97
CA $107 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Escondido Lodge
Economy Single Room, 1 King Bed

Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,028 reviews)
"Large room, clean and convenient!"
United States
Ruchi
The price is CA $127
CA $140 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Motel Mediteran Escondido
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers

Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown

Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.8 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice location, friendly staff."
Canada
Shane
The price is CA $82
CA $92 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 25 - Jun 26
Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown
Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (1 King Bed)

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
2.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,204 reviews)
"Excelent hotel"
United States
Faustino
The price is CA $164
CA $181 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
Deluxe Studio, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

Scandia Motel

Scandia Motel
2.5 star property
Carlsbad Village
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"A great no frills, clean and well kept motel in walking distance to the beach."
United States
Cory
The price is CA $88
CA $102 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Scandia Motel
Beach/ocean view

Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (604 reviews)
"Nice location and staff. Room was spacious and clean"
United States
Theodore
The price is CA $402
CA $442 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Moonlight Beach Motel
Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
2.0 star property
Lake
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,355 reviews)
"Great place to stay & location!"
United States
Brent
The price is CA $89
CA $100 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
Outdoor pool

Rancho California Inn

Rancho California Inn
2.0 star property
Old Town Temecula
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,014 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Cinthya
The price is CA $98
CA $109 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Rancho California Inn
Exterior

Hacienda Motel

Hacienda Motel
2.0 star property
Central Escondido
6.6 out of 10, (150 reviews)
"Staff was nice. If you have to stay there it’s a bed but bring own sheets not the best or cleanest."
United States
Jason
The price is CA $102
CA $141 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Hacienda Motel
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
2.0 star property
Townsite
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (793 reviews)
"Clena room, comfortable bed and always very nice staff."
United States
Kimberly
The price is CA $105
CA $118 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Franciscan Inn

Franciscan Inn
2.0 star property
Vista
6.6 out of 10, (608 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Tom
The price is CA $101
CA $111 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Franciscan Inn
Exterior

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
2.5 star property
Olde Carlsbad
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,020 reviews)
"The hotel was very, very clean and the staff was excellent very polite very helpful and very courteous. I will stay there again."
United States
CARMEN
The price is CA $173
CA $194 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
Exterior

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

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
2.5 star property
Escondido
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"The staff and room was great, would stay here again."
United States
Irene
The price is CA $209
CA $230 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
Room, 1 King Bed

Escondido Inn

Escondido Inn
2.5 star property
Central Escondido
7.8 out of 10, Good, (174 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Brian
The price is CA $620
CA $681 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Escondido Inn
Exterior

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
2.0 star property
South Beach
6.8 out of 10, (2,063 reviews)
"OK to stay y"
United States
luke
The price is CA $100
CA $112 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
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Top San Marcos Hotel Reviews

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Nice pool area and bar/restaurant"
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Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

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San Marcos Motels information

Number of reviews
16,766
Accommodation
34 Motels
Lowest Price
CA $90
Highest Price
CA $442

Frequently asked questions

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. In the larger area, favorite places to visit include LEGOLAND® California, San Diego Zoo Safari Park, and Del Mar Beach.
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 20-minute drive of LEGOLAND® California and San Diego Zoo Safari Park. 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. Motel 6 Temecula, CA - Historic Old Town: Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 24.6 mi (39.5 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. Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach: 9.8 mi (15.8 km) from the heart of San Marcos. Enjoy access to the parking, and freebies including breakfast and WiFi.
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. Favorite places in and around San Marcos include LEGOLAND® California, San Diego Zoo Safari Park, and Del Mar Beach. 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, The Wave Waterpark, and SEA LIFE Carlsbad Aquarium.
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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