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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, (1,004 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 ₩103,247
₩113,572 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 5 - Feb 6
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
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,914 reviews)
"Great location friendly staff"
United States
colleen
The price is ₩73,940
₩83,031 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 11 - Feb 12
Motel 6 Temecula, CA - Historic Old Town
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, (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Dina
The price is ₩107,307
₩118,038 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 5 - Feb 6
Motel Mediteran Escondido
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (277 reviews)
"The room was ultra clean and staff was courteous. We only stayed for one night. "
United States
David
The price is ₩88,101
₩96,911 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 7 - Mar 8
Escondido Lodge
Deluxe Studio, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Scandia Motel

Scandia Motel
2.5 star property
Carlsbad Village
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place to stay at"
United States
Dave
The price is ₩78,958
₩92,059 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 8 - Feb 9
Scandia Motel
Exterior

Ramona Valley Inn

Ramona Valley Inn
2.0 star property
Ramona
7.2 out of 10, Good, (967 reviews)
"Good rooms and staff"
United States
Koa
The price is ₩114,340
₩128,188 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 6 - Feb 7
Ramona Valley Inn
Beach/ocean view

Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (524 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 ₩182,713
₩200,984 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 9 - Feb 10
Moonlight Beach Motel
Outdoor pool

Rancho California Inn

Rancho California Inn
2.0 star property
Old Town Temecula
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Room was clean and comfortable. "
United States
Timothy
The price is ₩96,432
₩108,004 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 5 - Feb 6
Rancho California 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, (1,000 reviews)
"The front staff was fantastic and friendly. The rooms were clean and the staff were all very considerate."
United States
Angela
The price is ₩160,961
₩177,057 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
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, (510 reviews)
"Todo excelente "
Mexico
Erika
The price is ₩92,806
₩109,338 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 5 - Feb 6
Vista Inn Motel
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, (1,001 reviews)
"Hotel was close to our relative with easy access."
United States
Lynne
The price is ₩114,630
₩128,959 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 18 - Feb 19
Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside
Exterior

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
2.0 star property
South Beach
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,865 reviews)
"The staff was very helpful and nice. It was a short walk to the beach and also close to grocery stores and eatery's. "
United States
Paula
The price is ₩87,803
₩98,339 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 10 - Feb 11
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, (1,001 reviews)
"Friendly staff, great stay. Clean, affordable (amazing weekend prices) and super comfortable beds. Probably the most comfortable I can remember at any budget friendly place I’ve stayed at"
United States
Kimberly
The price is ₩71,780
₩81,147 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 10 - Feb 11
Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown
Exterior

Fallbrook Country Inn

Fallbrook Country Inn
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.4 out of 10, (1,002 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 ₩84,829
₩95,240 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 9 - Feb 10
Fallbrook Country Inn
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, (721 reviews)
"Very clean and comfortable. "
United States
Alanna
The price is ₩127,899
₩143,887 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 5 - Feb 6
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 ₩87,006
₩122,823 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 5 - Feb 6
Hacienda Motel
Lobby

Franciscan Inn

Franciscan Inn
2.0 star property
Vista
6.4 out of 10, (557 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 ₩100,057
₩110,063 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 5 - Feb 6
Franciscan Inn
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
Exterior

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
2.5 star property
Olde Carlsbad
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Rooms were clean, spacious ,easy access to highway … very good staff .. "
United States
Suresh
The price is ₩113,398
₩127,227 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 9 - Feb 10
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
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, (1,714 reviews)
"spotless, super fast check in, quiet and relaxed.. great stay this time."
United States
Mark
The price is ₩92,792
₩103,929 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2
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
"The room was great and the staff was very accommodating to our needs."
kathryn 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Find out more about San Marcos

San Marcos Motels information

Number of reviews
18,358
Accommodation
35 Motels
Lowest Price
₩81,147
Highest Price
₩200,984

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.