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Our top choices for California State University San Marcos hotels

Terrace/patio

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos
2.5 star property
1.3 km from California State University San Marcos
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean hotel, friendly staff and warming stay!"
United States
Logan
The price is P7,893
P8,697 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 22 - Feb 23
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos
Restaurant

Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA

Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA
2.5 star property
0.7 km from California State University San Marcos
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean hotel, diverse breakfast buffet."
United States
Vicki
The price is P6,439
P7,083 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA
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
1.6 km from California State University San Marcos
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,010 reviews)
"Kind, helpful front desk staff. A comfortable bed. It's pretty nice for an older hotel and a convenient location"
United States
Kimberly
The price is P4,163
P4,579 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 11 - Feb 12
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
Terrace/patio

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
3.5 star property
5.9 km from California State University San Marcos
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,023 reviews)
"Clean rooms, friendly staff, good options for breakfast."
United States
Anuradha
The price is P7,659
P8,439 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
View from property

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos
3.0 star property
3.3 km from California State University San Marcos
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Highly recommend and will definitely stay again! "
United States
Alexandra
The price is P7,329
P8,076 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 16 - Feb 17
Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos
Terrace/patio

Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort
4.0 star property
4.6 km from California State University San Marcos
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,346 reviews)
"Lovely resort. Amenities were well worth our stay."
United States
Dean
Lakehouse Resort
Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Comfort Inn Escondido San Diego North County

Comfort Inn Escondido San Diego North County
3.5 star property
5.6 km from California State University San Marcos
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"The hotel was clean & quite, staff friendly, and good options for breakfast. "
United States
Judy Kay
The price is P7,980
P8,778 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 11 - Feb 12
Comfort Inn Escondido San Diego North County
Lobby

Extended Stay America Premier Suites - San Diego - San Marcos

Extended Stay America Premier Suites - San Diego - San Marcos
2.5 star property
3.7 km from California State University San Marcos
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (780 reviews)
"Room was clean and the desk guy was friendly, convenient location and affordable price"
United States
Sindy
The price is P5,945
P6,548 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 11 - Feb 12
Extended Stay America Premier Suites - San Diego - San Marcos
Free buffet breakfast

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

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
2.5 star property
5.6 km from California State University San Marcos
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"The front staff was fantastic and friendly. The rooms were clean and the staff were all very considerate."
United States
Angela
The price is P6,256
P6,881 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
Exterior

Best Western Escondido Hotel

Best Western Escondido Hotel
2.5 star property
5.6 km from California State University San Marcos
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Room was clean, some of the furniture was a bit older but clean, you can tell they are updating things at the hotel, breakfast was great, and the staff was awesome! "
United States
jayne
The price is P6,501
P7,151 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 24 - Feb 25
Best Western Escondido Hotel
Property amenity

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Escondido Downtown

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Escondido Downtown
3.0 star property
6.1 km from California State University San Marcos
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great hospitality "
United States
Jennifer
The price is P8,892
P9,799 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 22 - Feb 23
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Escondido Downtown
Lobby

Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad

Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad
3.0 star property
8.1 km from California State University San Marcos
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,016 reviews)
"Great rooms, great staff"
United States
Silvia
The price is P5,905
P6,507 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad
Lobby

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Vista

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Vista
2.5 star property
6.7 km from California State University San Marcos
6.8 out of 10, (1,046 reviews)
"Great rooms & staff"
United States
Brent
The price is P4,165
P4,582 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 15 - Feb 16
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Vista
Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Vista

TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Vista
3.0 star property
7.9 km from California State University San Marcos
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (655 reviews)
"Great amenities, this place was a great stay "
United States
Israel
The price is P7,408
P8,149 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 24 - Feb 25
TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Vista
Property amenity

Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG
3.0 star property
9.3 km from California State University San Marcos
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,015 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Chmaur
The price is P6,665
P7,478 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG
Sports facility

Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County
2.5 star property
10.7 km from California State University San Marcos
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"Friendly staff, nice location, easy parking."
United States
KAREN
The price is P6,184
P6,988 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 22 - Feb 23
Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
9.2 km from California State University San Marcos
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Dina
The price is P4,034
P4,437 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 11 - Feb 12
Motel Mediteran Escondido
Interior detail

Quality Inn Escondido San Diego North County

Quality Inn Escondido San Diego North County
2.5 star property
6.3 km from California State University San Marcos
7.2 out of 10, Good, (855 reviews)
"It was a pleasant hotel "
United States
Melissa Kay
The price is P4,472
P4,920 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 19 - Feb 20
Quality Inn Escondido San Diego North County
Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel 6 Escondido, CA

Motel 6 Escondido, CA
2.0 star property
6.1 km from California State University San Marcos
6.8 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"Great front desk staff! "
United States
Brent
The price is P4,629
P5,101 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 15 - Feb 16
Motel 6 Escondido, CA
Breakfast area

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Escondido Downtown

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Escondido Downtown
2.0 star property
6.4 km from California State University San Marcos
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Great place "
United States
Angel
The price is P4,034
P4,437 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 11 - Feb 12
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Escondido Downtown
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Compare popular hotels close to California State University San Marcos

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Terrace/patio
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,002 reviews
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Restaurant
Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA
2.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,005 reviews
View
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
2.0 star property
7.4
Good
1,010 reviews
View
Terrace/patio
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
3.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
2,023 reviews
View
View from property
Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos
3.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,003 reviews
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Top California State University San Marcos Hotel Reviews

Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Room was great"
Gerardo 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Lakehouse Resort

Hotels near other California State University San Marcos attractions

Double Peak Park

4.5/5 (23 reviews)
After visiting Double Peak Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Marcos. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or check out its lively breweries.
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Lucky Strike San Marcos

You can take time to visit Lucky Strike San Marcos during your travels to San Marcos. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around California State University San Marcos?
California State University San Marcos is located in a family-friendly area of San Marcos known for its lively breweries and array of dining options. You'll find 196 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best place to stay near California State University San Marcos?
Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from California State University San Marcos. Another good choice is Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos, located just 0.8 mi (1.3 km) away.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to California State University San Marcos?
Expedia has 196 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from California State University San Marcos.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near California State University San Marcos, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer near California State University San Marcos.
What can I see and do near California State University San Marcos?
You can enjoy live performances at California Center For The Arts and Patio Playhouse. Spend some time wandering around Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park, Montiel Dog Park, and San Elijo Hills Dog Park. If you have some time to wander around the area, you might stop by Stone Brewing, Twin Oaks Golf Club, or Lake San Marcos Executive Course.