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Terrace/patio
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
3.5 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1362)
"Room and hotel was immaculately clean. Breakfast as always was delicious. Even though many guests were staying in the hotel this weekend it was still very quiet in our room. Staff was fantastic and helpful. I LOVED the HUGE a bathtub! "
The price is NT$4,830
per night
May 19 - May 20
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
2 outdoor pools, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Spa & Golf Club
5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (976)
"Elegant property , 5 star rooms and pool area, excellent dining and beautiful staff take care of you and provide sweeping views of the ocean. loved it!"
The price is NT$16,535
per night
May 30 - May 31
Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Spa & Golf Club
Lobby
Four Seasons Residence Club Aviara, North San Diego
5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (327)
"Great!"
The price is NT$14,588
per night
May 15 - May 16
Four Seasons Residence Club Aviara, North San Diego
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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad
3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1011)
"Nice clean room!"
The price is NT$6,001
per night
May 20 - May 21
Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad
Exterior
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Escondido Downtown
3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (928)
"Very nice rooms. Good location. Friendly hotel staff. Glad they provided breakfast but food was mediocre, especially powdered scrambled eggs and plastic wrapped waffles. Housekeeping was supposed to clean rooms every other day but it didn’t happen. They didn’t mention the $10 per day onsite parking fee. "
The price is NT$4,506
per night
May 19 - May 20
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Escondido Downtown
Terrace/patio
Lakehouse Resort
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"The cleanliness "
The price is NT$4,506
per night
May 20 - May 21
Lakehouse Resort
Exterior
Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County
2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Very clean and very good breakfast. I traveled with two kinds and they were satisfied with eggs and waffles."
The price is NT$4,381
per night
May 22 - May 23
Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County
Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Staybridge Suites Carlsbad, an IHG Hotel
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"my family love the staying and love how thet treat us super nice hotel "
The price is NT$5,106
per night
May 21 - May 22
Staybridge Suites Carlsbad, an IHG Hotel
Exterior
Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (873)
"It is very pet-friendly. They even have poop bags available near the turf. Also, the pet area is inside the courtyard so it's safe to take your pet out at night. You're not going into a parking lot alone."
The price is NT$5,684
per night
May 16 - May 17
Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad
BBQ/picnic area
Courtyard San Diego Oceanside
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"100 good service"
The price is NT$5,154
per night
May 19 - May 20
Courtyard San Diego Oceanside
Outdoor pool
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad
2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"The hotel was very nice the breakfast was good "
The price is NT$5,106
per night
May 27 - May 28
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad
Front of property - evening/night
Pala Casino Spa And Resort
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1150)
"Long wait for check in. Rooms really nice. "
The price is NT$4,720
per night
May 21 - May 22
Pala Casino Spa And Resort
Couples treatment rooms, spa tub, steam room, body treatments
Rancho Bernardo Inn
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"i love everything in the hotel... the resort is beautiful... peaceful and elegant!!!"
The price is NT$8,600
per night
May 19 - May 20
Rancho Bernardo Inn
Courtyard
Holiday Inn Carlsbad, an IHG Hotel
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (999)
"Very clean and new. Very close to Lego land. Around the corner are many restaurants and shopping. Will stay again! "
The price is NT$4,381
per night
May 27 - May 28
Holiday Inn Carlsbad, an IHG Hotel
Free daily on-the-go breakfast
Homewood Suites by Hilton Carlsbad-North San Diego County
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Lovely hotel, staff was good, rooms nice, neat and spacious. I stayed on the 1st floor nearby the front desk and meeting room, there was a large event one night (music, food, lots of people) that utilized the meeting room and I did not hear them out all unless I was near the room and the doors were open. Breakfast was a little disappointing, when items ran out that was it for the day. Staff tried to put out alternatives but could not do so for all entrées. "
The price is NT$5,208
per night
May 20 - May 21
Homewood Suites by Hilton Carlsbad-North San Diego County
Terrace/patio
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad
3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Everything was perfect no issues. Quick check in, quick check out. Comfy room, comfy bed and pillows, quiet. "
The price is NT$4,347
per night
May 27 - May 28
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad
Economy Single Room, 2 Double Beds | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk
Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Amazing room, huge unit, clean and quiet "
The price is NT$2,015
per night
May 15 - May 16
Motel Mediteran Escondido
Lobby
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Prefer to have a room with a bathtub and not just ashower"
The price is NT$4,540
per night
May 19 - May 20
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Everything is planned out nicely for parking and ease for people staying"
The price is NT$4,247
per night
May 19 - May 20
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
Property entrance
Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad
3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Great staff"
The price is NT$4,821
per night
May 22 - May 23
Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad
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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in San Marcos?

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos is a favorite property for Expedia customers. This hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Other top choices based on reviews include Extended Stay America Premier Suites - San Diego - San Marcos and Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in San Marcos.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in San Marcos, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in San Marcos.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to San Marcos?

For more information about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to San Marcos, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What's the best place to stay on a budget in San Marcos?

Based on reviews, Lakehouse Hotel and Resort is a popular resort for our travelers who want a more economical choice, and features free WiFi and free parking. Other good choices to stay on the cheap include Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos and Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA. View all budget hotels in San Marcos.

What's the best accommodation for a family trip to San Marcos?

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos is a hotel with an outdoor pool and in-room kitchens, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA is another good option for your stay with the kids. Attractions in the area like LEGOLAND® California and San Diego Zoo Safari Park are also fun for kids of all ages. Find more child-friendly accommodations in San Marcos.

What is the favorite LGBTQ-friendly accommodation in San Marcos?

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel, and features free breakfast and in-room kitchens. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos and Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA are two other good options for your trip. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in San Marcos.

What's the best pet-friendly accommodation in San Marcos?

Lakehouse Resort is a top dog-friendly resort, and offers 2 outdoor pools and 2 spa tubs for its human guests. Two other good options for you and your pet include Extended Stay America Premier Suites - San Diego - San Marcos and Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in San Marcos.

What's the best place to stay near California State University San Marcos?

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from California State University San Marcos. Another good choice is Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA, located just 0.5 mi (0.9 km) away.

What about the best place to stay close to Palomar College?

One of the top choices for your stay is Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos, located a short 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Palomar College, and this 3-star hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos, located just 1 mi (1.5 km) away, is another good option for your stay.

What's the best hotel for a beach vacation in San Marcos?

Lakehouse Hotel and Resort is a top 4-star resort for a beach vacation, and features an outdoor pool and a poolside bar. Other good choices to stay near the beach include Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA and Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos. Head to Moonlight State Beach or Carlsbad State Beach for some quality time by the water.

What's the best luxury place to stay in San Marcos?

Lakehouse Hotel and Resort is a 4-star resort with a terrace and a bar, and it's a popular choice for Expedia travelers looking for an elegant place to stay. Find more luxury hotels in San Marcos.

What's the best boutique accommodation in San Marcos?

Lakehouse Hotel and Resort is a favorite 4-star resort with Expedia travelers looking for a stylish accommodation, featuring a restaurant and a poolside bar.

What's the best hotel for a golf vacation in San Marcos?

Lakehouse Resort is a top resort that has a golf course and features pillowtop beds. Another good option is Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos if you'd like to stay near a golf course while in town. You can tee off at Twin Oaks Golf Club, St. Mark Golf Club, or Lake San Marcos Executive Course while you're in town. See more golf hotels in San Marcos.

What are some accommodations with pools in San Marcos?

Lakehouse Resort is a top resort with 2 outdoor pools, 2 spa tubs, and 3 outdoor tennis courts. A couple of other options that feature an onsite pool include Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos and Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA. View all hotels with pools in San Marcos.

What is the best spa hotel in San Marcos?

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos is a top spa hotel featuring a 24-hour fitness center and an outdoor pool. See all spa hotels in San Marcos.

What's the best hotel for staying near San Diego International Airport (SAN)?

Sheraton San Diego Hotel and Marina is a popular 4-star hotel featuring a marina and 3 outdoor pools. It's located a short 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from San Diego Intl. Airport. Other places to stay near the airport are  Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station and Wyndham San Diego Bayside.

What is staying in San Marcos like?

Families will find kid-friendly activities in San Marcos, and visitors give high marks for the lakeside setting, top-notch restaurants, and shopping. This relaxing city also attracts tourists with its breweries and sporting events. Top sights around the area include LEGOLAND® California and San Diego Zoo Safari Park. In San Marcos, there are 60 hotels and other accommodations to choose from. Find out more about San Marcos.

What should I see while I'm in San Marcos?

Favorite places to visit include Twin Oaks Golf Club, Double Peak Park, and St. Mark Golf Club. You'll also find LEGOLAND® California and San Diego Zoo Safari Park in the area. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's San Marcos guide.

What's the weather like in San Marcos?

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.