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Our top choices for San Marcos motels

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, (1,002 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 P4,137
P4,551 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 15 - Feb 16
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
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,947 reviews)
"Great location friendly staff"
United States
colleen
The price is P3,045
P3,419 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 26 - Feb 27
Motel 6 Temecula, CA - Historic Old Town
Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Scandia Motel

Scandia Motel
2.5 star property
Carlsbad Village
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place to stay at"
United States
Dave
The price is P3,452
P4,011 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 26 - Feb 27
Scandia Motel
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Dina
The price is P4,300
P4,730 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 26 - Feb 27
Motel Mediteran Escondido
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (281 reviews)
"The room was ultra clean and staff was courteous. We only stayed for one night. "
United States
David
The price is P3,542
P3,896 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 7 - Mar 8
Escondido Lodge
Beach/ocean view

Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (530 reviews)
"The staff was great friendly and informative and the room was clean great view and comfy I'm enjoying my stay"
United States
John
The price is P7,607
P8,368 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 16 - Feb 17
Moonlight Beach Motel
Exterior

Ramona Valley Inn

Ramona Valley Inn
2.0 star property
Ramona
7.2 out of 10, Good, (974 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, clean rooms and very nice pool area. We would stay there again."
United States
Rusty
The price is P4,582
P5,137 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 16 - Feb 17
Ramona Valley Inn
Check-in/check-out kiosk

Rancho California Inn

Rancho California Inn
2.0 star property
Old Town Temecula
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Room was clean and comfortable. "
United States
Timothy
The price is P3,876
P4,342 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 16 - Feb 17
Rancho California Inn
Exterior

Fallbrook Country Inn

Fallbrook Country Inn
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.4 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"Always love this place. Staff members are exceptionally friendly, rooms spacious and the hot tub is always working "
United States
Kimberly
The price is P3,380
P3,796 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 19 - Feb 20
Fallbrook Country Inn
Boating

Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside

Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside
2.0 star property
Camp Pendleton South
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Room is ok for the price staff is very friendly. Continental breakfast with limited supplies. "
United States
Juan
The price is P4,445
P5,001 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 26 - Feb 27
Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside
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
Escondido
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Friendly and professional staff, clean room, great breakfast. Traffic going to In and Out Burger was our only issue."
United States
Theresa
The price is P6,237
P6,861 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
Exterior

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
2.0 star property
South Beach
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,876 reviews)
"Clean room, great staff!!!"
United States
Roy
The price is P3,059
P3,426 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 16 - Feb 17
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
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, (1,000 reviews)
"Spacious, clean rooms and property. Very reasonably priced and great staff. Will be staying here again! "
United States
Elliott
The price is P2,885
P3,262 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 19 - Feb 20
Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Vista Inn Motel

Vista Inn Motel
2.0 star property
Vista
6.0 out of 10, (512 reviews)
"Todo excelente "
Mexico
Erika
The price is P4,009
P4,701 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 16 - Feb 17
Vista Inn Motel
1 bedroom, bed sheets

Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
2.0 star property
Townsite
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (725 reviews)
"Very clean and comfortable. "
United States
Alanna
The price is P4,840
P5,445 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 26 - Feb 27
Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
Exterior

Hacienda Motel

Hacienda Motel
2.0 star property
Central Escondido
6.6 out of 10, (142 reviews)
"Felt safe and secure during my week stay."
United States
Cameron
The price is P3,486
P4,922 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 15 - Feb 16
Hacienda Motel
Lobby

Franciscan Inn

Franciscan Inn
2.0 star property
Vista
6.6 out of 10, (558 reviews)
"Staff will resolve any issues you may have. Good place for the money! Close to food and stores. And great staff!"
United States
norman
The price is P4,009
P4,410 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 16 - Feb 17
Franciscan Inn
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Escondido Inn

Escondido Inn
2.5 star property
Central Escondido
7.8 out of 10, Good, (174 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Brian
Escondido Inn
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
2.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
6.8 out of 10, (1,140 reviews)
"Everything was up to standards even with all the remodeling going on, they were willing to accommodate despite having a shortage of rooms."
United States
Remy
The price is P4,184
P4,623 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 16 - Feb 17
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - East

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - East
2.0 star property
City Center
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,719 reviews)
"spotless, super fast check in, quiet and relaxed.. great stay this time."
United States
Mark
The price is P3,718
P4,165 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 12 - Mar 13
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - East
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Top San Marcos Hotel Reviews

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

10/10 Excellent
"Room was bigger than expected and had two bathrooms, so nice!"
Pamela 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Find out more about San Marcos

San Marcos Motels information

Number of reviews
18,574
Accommodation
35 Motels
Lowest Price
P3,262
Highest Price
P8,368

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. 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 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 Temecula, CA - Historic Old Town: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like climate control. Central San Marcos is 24.6 mi (39.5 km) away. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - East: Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 9.2 mi (14.8 km) from the heart of San Marcos. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach: Central San Marcos is 9.1 mi (14.6 km) away. Free WiFi, free parking, and a snack bar/deli are available during your stay. Motel 6 Oceanside, CA: 8.1 mi (13.1 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: GIA Museum, Birch Aquarium, and The Wave Waterpark.
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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