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Our top choices for San Marcos motels

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

1. Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
2.0 star property
San Marcos
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,007 reviews)
"The room was clean and the location was close to where we needed to go."
United States
R
The price is 1.956.554 ₫
2.152.210 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
Economy Single Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk

2. Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,067 reviews)
"Easy check in and parking which is good ."
United States
Zenia
The price is 2.055.422 ₫
2.260.965 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Motel Mediteran Escondido
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

3. 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, (1,003 reviews)
"The room and staff were great and the breakfast was delicious and outstanding. I don’t know if I’ve ever stayed in a hotel with a better breakfast whether it was included or not. It was nice to have several restaurants in close proximity as well. Highly recommend!"
United States
John
The price is 3.382.340 ₫
3.720.574 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, soundproofing, free WiFi

4. Motel 6 Escondido, CA

Motel 6 Escondido, CA
2.0 star property
Central Escondido
6.8 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice, safe and affordable"
United States
Antonio
The price is 2.185.512 ₫
2.407.967 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Motel 6 Escondido, CA
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

5. Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (459 reviews)
"Will be staying here again!"
United States
Angelica
The price is 1.668.405 ₫
1.835.245 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Escondido Lodge
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

6. Vista Inn Motel

Vista Inn Motel
2.0 star property
Vista
6.0 out of 10, (684 reviews)
"Must of the amenities work for a quiet stay personal was so helpful and there is restaurants close by and parks is close to the freeway"
United States
Luis
The price is 1.873.296 ₫
2.060.626 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Vista Inn Motel
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

7. Franciscan Inn

Franciscan Inn
2.0 star property
Vista
6.6 out of 10, (663 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Anna
The price is 1.925.332 ₫
2.117.865 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Franciscan Inn
Exterior

8. Hacienda Motel

Hacienda Motel
2.0 star property
Central Escondido
6.8 out of 10, (162 reviews)
"Friendly, Helpful Staff! Good Labor Day Weekend Value!"
United States
MICHAEL
The price is 2.081.440 ₫
2.833.360 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Hacienda Motel
Lobby

9. 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, (1,342 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
Helli
The price is 2.446.993 ₫
2.703.805 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
Deluxe Studio, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

10. Scandia Motel

Scandia Motel
2.5 star property
Carlsbad Village
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"The Scandia hotel in Carlsbad is a great location, close to shopping beach and restaurants"
United States
Rob
The price is 1.506.963 ₫
2.013.023 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Scandia Motel
Beach/ocean view

11. Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (644 reviews)
"A well appointed and clean motel with great access to the beach."
United States
melissa
The price is 6.304.812 ₫
6.935.294 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Moonlight Beach Motel
Exterior

12. Fallbrook Country Inn

Fallbrook Country Inn
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.4 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
"I’ve stayed here a few times and it’s exactly what I’ve needed while I visit my dad. The jacuzzi is relaxing at night and the pool is refreshing in the morning."
United States
Sandrella
The price is 1.717.188 ₫
1.919.608 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Fallbrook Country Inn
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool loungers

13. Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown

Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.8 out of 10, (1,004 reviews)
"They have clean rooms and tidy furniture, but the paint is old and in need of renovation; the staff are friendly and nice."
Canada
Marcelo
The price is 1.404.972 ₫
1.582.415 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown
Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

14. Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
2.0 star property
Lake
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,652 reviews)
"Great place to stay close to everything rooms are clean and beds are comfortable staff is very friendly and helpful"
United States
Jim
The price is 1.551.974 ₫
1.749.971 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
Exterior

15. Ramona Valley Inn

Ramona Valley Inn
2.0 star property
Ramona
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable bed, and perfect size room for solo traveler"
United States
Deborah
The price is 1.560.820 ₫
1.770.004 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Ramona Valley Inn
Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

16. Escondido Inn

Escondido Inn
2.5 star property
Central Escondido
7.8 out of 10, Good, (176 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Brian
The price is 10.394.274 ₫
11.433.701 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Escondido Inn
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | 1 bedroom, bed sheets

17. Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
2.0 star property
Townsite
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (879 reviews)
"Close to the beach, clean rooms. The only things was the parking. Very chaotic, but we would stay here again."
United States
Elsie
The price is 2.471.710 ₫
2.780.673 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
Outdoor pool

18. Rancho California Inn

Rancho California Inn
2.0 star property
Old Town Temecula
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great clean stay."
United States
Branden
The price is 1.730.197 ₫
1.937.820 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Rancho California Inn
Exterior

19. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
2.5 star property
Olde Carlsbad
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Perfect stay!"
United States
Darlene
The price is 2.299.991 ₫
2.580.475 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
Free WiFi, bed sheets

20. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland
2.0 star property
City Center
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,913 reviews)
"Clean and quiet place"
United States
Roberto
The price is 1.691.170 ₫
1.894.110 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland
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Top San Marcos Hotel Reviews

Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Good property but a gym would be helpful."
Tuan 1-night trip
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Lakehouse Resort

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San Marcos Motels information

Number of reviews
11,002
Accommodation
35 Motels
Lowest Price
1.582.415 ₫
Highest Price
6.935.294 ₫

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to San Marcos?
By saving on your room price, you can experience more of the activities in San Marcos. Not-to-be-missed sights include LEGOLAND® California and San Diego Zoo Safari Park in the area.
What is a motel?
When you stay at a motel, you'll often find an outdoor pool and free parking. With a stay at a motel, you'll usually access your room from an outside corridor overlooking the car park. Motels in the US boomed at the end of the 1940s with the appeal of road trip holidays, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.
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, Boomers Vista and GIA Museum.
What's the weather like in San Marcos?
Weather can make or break a road trip, 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 temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 13°C. Average annual precipitation for San Marcos is 350 mm.
What are my options for getting around San Marcos while 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) away from the heart of the city. You can also search 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 explore more sights.