10 Best Motels in Escondido: Find Cheap Motels in Escondido, CA 2026

Q: What are the best motels in Escondido?

Escondido Lodge : If driving, you'll be within 12 minutes of San Diego Zoo Safari Park. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Motel Mediteran Escondido : Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like pillowtop beds. You'll be located within 11 minutes of San Diego Zoo Safari Park by car.

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Economy Single Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

1. Motel Mediteran Escondido

Kit Carson

David

AED 322 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Aug - 13 Aug

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

Escondido

Daniel

AED 465 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sep - 9 Sep

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

3. Escondido Lodge

Kit Carson

Nancy

AED 327 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Aug - 12 Aug

Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing, WiFi (free)

4. Motel 6 Escondido, CA

Central Escondido

Antonio

AED 324 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sep - 9 Sep

5. Hacienda Motel

Central Escondido

Jason

AED 356 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sep - 8 Sep

Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

6. Escondido Inn

Central Escondido

Brian

AED 512 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Aug - 13 Aug

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

7. Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

San Marcos

Kweku

AED 339 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sep - 10 Sep

Deluxe Studio, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

8. Scandia Motel

Carlsbad Village

Joyce

AED 266 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

Pillowtop beds, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

9. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North

Olde Carlsbad

steven

AED 370 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

10. Ramona Valley Inn

Ramona

William

AED 309 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Aug - 12 Aug

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | 1 bedroom, bed sheets

11. Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

Townsite

Mary

AED 398 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, WiFi (free), bed sheets

12. Franciscan Inn

Vista

sophoeun

AED 339 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Aug - 14 Aug

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

13. Vista Inn Motel

Vista

Lita

AED 319 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Aug - 14 Aug

14. Fallbrook Country Inn

Fallbrook

Jessica

AED 247 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sep - 8 Sep

15. Mission Bay Motel

Pacific Beach

Juan C

AED 354 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

16. Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East

Santee

Amanda

AED 351 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Aug - 13 Aug

17. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Olde Carlsbad

MOISES A

AED 364 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

18. Moonlight Beach Motel

Downtown Encinitas

melissa

AED 1,076 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Aug - 19 Aug

19. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

City Center

Jose Alfredo

AED 347 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sep - 2 Sep

20. Rancho California Inn

Old Town Temecula

Irene

AED 260 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Aug - 13 Aug

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Top Escondido Hotel Reviews

Pala Casino Spa And Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Overall we were pleased with Pala"

Catamaran Resort and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Comfy beds, plenty of towels and convenient poolside eats and drinks. Loved the tropical birds on display during the day, interacting with them when a trainer was there and walking through the lush garden watching the ducks, koi and turtles in the pond. We had a small kitchen in our tower room, which was useful. There was no dish-ware, but imagine that’s hard to maintain. Loved the water bottle refill stations all over the property. Kids loved the pool, lots of lounge chairs and umbrellas, and the free arcade. Will be back to take advantage of the bay beach amenities!"

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley

8/10 Good

"This was our fourth time staying at DbH, but I don't know if I can come back. I am running a business and have to be available. WiFi was the stuff of nightmares! First in order to even get WiFi I have to join some Hilton thing. Then every time I try to get on I have to go to the whole process again. I am in the middle of a zoom meeting and boom... WiFi is cut off. To me this is way too antiquated a system. I had better WiFi in Motels. As for the rooms, the beds are comfortable, the rooms show some wear. Bathrooms were clean and the towels were simply marvelous. We enjoyed the pool and the bar."

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Escondido?

Because you'll save on your room price, you can enjoy more of what Escondido has to offer. Top sights include San Diego Zoo Safari Park in Escondido, as well as LEGOLAND® California in the area.

What are motels like?

At many motels, you're likely to find an outdoor pool and a free parking spot. When you stay at a motel property, you'll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the parking lot. The word "motel" was conceived in 1925 in San Luis Obispo, California by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel.

What are the best motels in Escondido?

Escondido Lodge: If driving, you'll be within 12 minutes of San Diego Zoo Safari Park. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Motel Mediteran Escondido: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like pillowtop beds. You'll be located within 11 minutes of San Diego Zoo Safari Park by car.

How many motels will I find in Escondido?

Expedia has 6 low-priced motels in Escondido.

What things can I to do in Escondido?

Check out the well-known zoo and enjoy the top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area while you're sightseeing. People who've visited Escondido like its shops, beaches, and breweries. Must-see places in and around Escondido include San Diego Zoo Safari Park and LEGOLAND® California. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Grape Day Park, Queen Califa's Magical Circle, and Dixon Lake. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Birch Aquarium, SEA LIFE Carlsbad Aquarium, and Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens.

What's the seasonal weather like in Escondido?

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Escondido to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 72°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 54°F. Average annual precipitation for Escondido is 15 inches.

What are my options for getting around Escondido when staying in a motel?

We've gathered some information about getting around Escondido to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar), which is located 11 mi (17.7 km) from the city center. Otherwise, look for flights into San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field), which is 21.3 mi (34.3 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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1. Motel Mediteran Escondido

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

3. Escondido Lodge

4. Motel 6 Escondido, CA

5. Hacienda Motel

6. Escondido Inn

7. Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

8. Scandia Motel

9. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North

10. Ramona Valley Inn

11. Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

12. Franciscan Inn

13. Vista Inn Motel

14. Fallbrook Country Inn

15. Mission Bay Motel

16. Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East

17. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

18. Moonlight Beach Motel

19. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

20. Rancho California Inn

Top Escondido Hotel Reviews

Pala Casino Spa And Resort

GreenTree Inn San Diego Mission Bay

Catamaran Resort and Spa

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Diego - Mission Valley

San Diego Mission Bay Resort

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

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Our top choices for Escondido motels

1. Motel Mediteran Escondido

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

3. Escondido Lodge

4. Motel 6 Escondido, CA

5. Hacienda Motel

6. Escondido Inn

7. Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

8. Scandia Motel

9. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North

10. Ramona Valley Inn

11. Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

12. Franciscan Inn

13. Vista Inn Motel

14. Fallbrook Country Inn

15. Mission Bay Motel

16. Rodeway Inn Santee San Diego East

17. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

18. Moonlight Beach Motel

19. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

20. Rancho California Inn

Top Escondido Hotel Reviews

Pala Casino Spa And Resort

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