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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
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,006 reviews)
"It was really nicely cleaned and comfortable. Highly recommend."
United States
dawnn
The price is AED 329
AED 362 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
Exterior

Ramona Valley Inn

Ramona Valley Inn
2.0 star property
Ramona
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"Clean and friendly staff 😊"
United States
Patrick
The price is AED 265
AED 298 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Ramona Valley Inn
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Vista Inn Motel

Vista Inn Motel
2.0 star property
Vista
6.0 out of 10, (615 reviews)
"Great bed comfortable Great night sleep Nice employees Very helpful anything you need Rooms huge Bathroom huge"
United States
Janine
The price is AED 327
AED 360 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Vista Inn Motel
Economy Single Room, 1 King Bed | 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, (1,034 reviews)
"Large room, clean and convenient!"
United States
Ruchi
The price is AED 318
AED 350 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Motel Mediteran Escondido
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, (1,399 reviews)
"Great place to stay & location!"
United States
Brent
The price is AED 257
AED 290 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
Outdoor pool

Rancho California Inn

Rancho California Inn
2.0 star property
Old Town Temecula
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Cinthya
The price is AED 257
AED 287 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Rancho California Inn
Exterior

Fallbrook Country Inn

Fallbrook Country Inn
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.4 out of 10, (1,003 reviews)
"Great stay as always"
United States
Kimberly
The price is AED 232
AED 260 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Fallbrook Country Inn
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, (367 reviews)
"It was a great place to stay! It was quiet and clean, and we used the pool multiple times. We stayed 6 nights and have no complaints!"
United States
Dana Phillip
The price is AED 298
AED 327 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Escondido Lodge
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, (1,003 reviews)
"Nice location, friendly staff."
Canada
Shane
The price is AED 231
AED 259 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown
Beach/ocean view

Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (606 reviews)
"Nice location and staff. Room was spacious and clean"
United States
Theodore
The price is AED 892
AED 981 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Moonlight Beach Motel
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Franciscan Inn

Franciscan Inn
2.0 star property
Vista
6.6 out of 10, (619 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Tom
The price is AED 264
AED 291 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Franciscan Inn
Deluxe Studio, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Scandia Motel

Scandia Motel
2.5 star property
Carlsbad Village
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"A great no frills, clean and well kept motel in walking distance to the beach."
United States
Cory
The price is AED 436
AED 498 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Scandia Motel
Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (1 King Bed) | 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, (1,227 reviews)
"Excelent hotel"
United States
Faustino
The price is AED 493
AED 544 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
Exterior

Hacienda Motel

Hacienda Motel
2.0 star property
Central Escondido
6.6 out of 10, (150 reviews)
"Staff was nice. If you have to stay there it’s a bed but bring own sheets not the best or cleanest."
United States
Jason
The price is AED 268
AED 369 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Hacienda Motel
Terrace/patio

Motel 6 Temecula, CA - Historic Old Town

Motel 6 Temecula, CA - Historic Old Town
2.0 star property
Old Town Temecula
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (2,141 reviews)
"Great lighting at night; very friendly staff."
United States
Darlene
The price is AED 227
AED 255 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Motel 6 Temecula, CA - Historic Old Town
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | 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, (807 reviews)
"Clena room, comfortable bed and always very nice staff."
United States
Kimberly
The price is AED 420
AED 472 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
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, (1,002 reviews)
"The staff and room was great, would stay here again."
United States
Irene
The price is AED 547
AED 602 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
Room, 1 King Bed | 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 - Near Legoland

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland
2.0 star property
City Center
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,871 reviews)
"Rooms were clean, perfect distance from legoland made our family trip super easy with the beach and restaurants close by"
United States
Liliana
The price is AED 279
AED 313 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland
Exterior

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
2.0 star property
South Beach
6.8 out of 10, (2,046 reviews)
"OK to stay y"
United States
luke
The price is AED 309
AED 346 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
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Top San Marcos Hotel Reviews

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

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

10/10 Excellent
"We enjoyed our stay. The staff was great. The facility was well maintained. The room was clean and comfortable. The breakfast was great. We would definitely stay here again."
Michael 3-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

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. In the larger area, favorite places to visit include LEGOLAND® California, San Diego Zoo Safari Park, and Del Mar Beach.
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. Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach: Central San Marcos is 9.8 mi (15.8 km) away. Free breakfast and free WiFi are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a microwave. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland: 9.2 mi (14.8 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. Favorite places in and around San Marcos include LEGOLAND® California, San Diego Zoo Safari Park, and Del Mar Beach. 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 SEA LIFE Carlsbad Aquarium.
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.