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Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
2.0 star property
San Marcos
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1006)
"Clean room,and staff"
United States
Jonathan
The price is ₩105,197
₩115,717 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

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, (1802)
"Great stay"
United States
Kurtis
The price is ₩77,184
₩86,669 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Motel 6 Temecula, CA - Historic Old Town

Ramona Valley Inn

Ramona Valley Inn
2.0 star property
Ramona
7.2 out of 10, Good, (940)
"Great experience, clean room, friendly staff"
United States
Jonathan
The price is ₩88,295
₩100,145 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Ramona Valley Inn

Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"We had good stay! We’ve been multiple times and the rooms have been nice everytime ! "
United States
Taylor
The price is ₩98,992
₩108,891 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Motel Mediteran Escondido

Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (503)
"Great location, great staff"
United States
Joan
Moonlight Beach Motel

Scandia Motel

Scandia Motel
2.5 star property
Carlsbad Village
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1005)
"Good service clean rooms "
United States
Eric
The price is ₩87,763
₩101,989 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Scandia Motel

Rancho California Inn

Rancho California Inn
2.0 star property
Old Town Temecula
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Room was clean and comfortable. "
United States
Timothy
The price is ₩98,253
₩110,043 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Rancho California Inn

Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (252)
"Everything was great"
United States
Wanda
The price is ₩106,520
₩117,172 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Escondido Lodge

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
2.5 star property
Olde Carlsbad
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"The staff was very friendly and the check in was quick and easy! "
United States
Hannah
The price is ₩118,051
₩132,447 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown

Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.8 out of 10, (1002)
"Room was clean and a great value!"
United States
Sheila
The price is ₩79,784
₩89,861 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown

Vista Inn Motel

Vista Inn Motel
2.0 star property
Vista
6.0 out of 10, (500)
"The front desk staff is very nice"
United States
Charee
The price is ₩101,947
₩119,529 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Vista Inn Motel

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
2.0 star property
South Beach
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1806)
"Basic, reasonably priced motel "
United States
Delrae
The price is ₩81,543
₩91,324 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

Fallbrook Country Inn

Fallbrook Country Inn
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.4 out of 10, (1001)
"Love the room and how clean it was would go back again thank you"
United States
Noemi
The price is ₩71,918
₩81,365 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Fallbrook Country Inn

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, (1002)
"Extremely friendly staff, clean hotel, and love the breakfast buffet, great selection. "
United States
Mary
The price is ₩164,001
₩180,401 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
2.0 star property
Townsite
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (696)
"I really like super 8 clean room very nice staff good customer service quite close to beach nice overall 😊"
United States
Genevive
The price is ₩120,563
₩135,633 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 24 - Dec 25
Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

Franciscan Inn

Franciscan Inn
2.0 star property
Vista
6.4 out of 10, (548)
"Clean room, parking was excellent and a lot of stuff to do around "
United States
Yael
The price is ₩101,947
₩112,142 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Franciscan Inn

Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
2.0 star property
Townsite
5.8 out of 10, (1005)
"Nice"
United States
David
The price is ₩102,390
₩115,185 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Pacific Inn

Hacienda Motel

Hacienda Motel
2.0 star property
Central Escondido
6.6 out of 10, (140)
"Felt safe and secure during my week stay."
United States
Cameron
The price is ₩96,037
₩134,082 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Hacienda Motel

Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside

Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside
2.0 star property
Camp Pendleton South
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Clean room and breakfast. "
United States
David
The price is ₩119,307
₩134,220 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 25 - Dec 26
Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside

Escondido Inn

Escondido Inn
2.5 star property
Central Escondido
7.8 out of 10, Good, (174)
"Great place"
United States
Brian
The price is ₩181,170
₩199,284 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Escondido Inn
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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 Beach: Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 9.1 mi (14.6 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 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 family-friendly 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.