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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, (1,000 reviews)
"Very quiet, very comfortable bedding. Breakfast was basic"
United States
Jose
The price is P5,306
P5,836 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
Beach/ocean view

Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (584 reviews)
"Room was very clean, staff very friendly and helpful "
United States
Tina
The price is P9,626
P10,588 total
includes taxes & fees
May 17 - May 18
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, (1,272 reviews)
"Great stay. "
United States
Howard
The price is P4,482
P5,051 total
includes taxes & fees
May 17 - May 18
Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
Exterior

Ramona Valley Inn

Ramona Valley Inn
2.0 star property
Ramona
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean and friendly staff 😊"
United States
Patrick
The price is P4,959
P5,554 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 14 - Jun 15
Ramona Valley 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
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,171 reviews)
"Good place to stay for the evening and enjoy local eateries "
United States
Marcus
The price is P6,125
P6,768 total
includes taxes & fees
May 18 - May 19
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Scandia Motel

Scandia Motel
2.5 star property
Carlsbad Village
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,007 reviews)
"Great location, room was big and comfortable, clean and clean he staff were friendly. "
United States
Marc
The price is P3,648
P4,239 total
includes taxes & fees
May 17 - May 18
Scandia Motel
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, (328 reviews)
"Room was cleaned daily and staff did an excellent job. "
United States
lindsey
The price is P4,974
P5,471 total
includes taxes & fees
May 24 - May 25
Escondido Lodge
Outdoor pool

Rancho California Inn

Rancho California Inn
2.0 star property
Old Town Temecula
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Excellent motel. Great value!"
United States
Victor
The price is P4,084
P4,574 total
includes taxes & fees
May 18 - May 19
Rancho California Inn
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, (1,004 reviews)
"Always love staying here, great location and friendly staff "
United States
Joshua
The price is P4,544
P4,999 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
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, (1,002 reviews)
"Good place to stay . "
United States
Lorena
The price is P3,316
P3,735 total
includes taxes & fees
May 21 - May 22
Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown
Exterior

Fallbrook Country Inn

Fallbrook Country Inn
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.4 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay as always"
United States
Kimberly
The price is P3,572
P4,012 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
Fallbrook Country Inn
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Vista Inn Motel

Vista Inn Motel
2.0 star property
Vista
6.0 out of 10, (580 reviews)
"Clean very nice loved it"
United States
Ivan
The price is P6,693
P7,363 total
includes taxes & fees
May 16 - May 17
Vista Inn Motel
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, (2,070 reviews)
"Yes, parking was easy and secure. "
United States
Barbara
The price is P3,208
P3,602 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
Motel 6 Temecula, CA - Historic Old Town
Exterior

Hacienda Motel

Hacienda Motel
2.0 star property
Central Escondido
6.6 out of 10, (148 reviews)
"The hotel is consistently clean and comfortable. I stay at the hotel a few times a year and plan to stay again, the next time I am in the area."
United States
Brian
The price is P4,237
P5,870 total
includes taxes & fees
May 17 - May 18
Hacienda Motel
Exterior

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
2.5 star property
Olde Carlsbad
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay. The beds were a little high, but soooo comfortable. Staff were very nice."
United States
Tina
The price is P5,428
P6,090 total
includes taxes & fees
May 17 - May 18
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Franciscan Inn

Franciscan Inn
2.0 star property
Vista
6.6 out of 10, (582 reviews)
"Clean. Comfortable. "
United States
Howard
The price is P4,421
P4,863 total
includes taxes & fees
May 17 - May 18
Franciscan Inn
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, (1,001 reviews)
"Great comfy stay and staff was very kind!"
United States
Carol
The price is P7,799
P8,579 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
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, (783 reviews)
"Clena room, comfortable bed and always very nice staff."
United States
Kimberly
The price is P8,413
P9,464 total
includes taxes & fees
May 17 - May 18
Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
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
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, (1,827 reviews)
"We have been here for about a year and staff is wonderful and it’s clean."
United States
Sherry
The price is P3,929
P4,401 total
includes taxes & fees
May 17 - May 18
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - East
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Top San Marcos Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

10/10 Excellent
"Awesome stay!"
Colleen 3-night trip
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Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

Find out more about San Marcos

San Marcos Motels information

Number of reviews
18,389
Accommodation
33 Motels
Lowest Price
P3,602
Highest Price
P10,588

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 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 - East: 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 Carlsbad, CA Beach: 9.1 mi (14.6 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, The Wave Waterpark, and GIA Museum.
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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