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8 outdoor pools, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
3.5 star property
Lawrence Welk Resort Village
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,887 reviews)
"Everything was great from the staff to all the amenities"
United States
David
The price is £207
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
Beach nearby

Inn By The Sea La Jolla

Inn By The Sea La Jolla
3.5 star property
Village of La Jolla
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,822 reviews)
"Friendly helpful staff, walking distance to practically everything in La Jolla. Clean rooms, heated pool."
United States
Justin Joseph
The price is £199
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Inn By The Sea La Jolla
Outdoor spa tub

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
3.0 star property
South Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,654 reviews)
"So clean and such a great room for the price!"
United States
Sara
The price is £109
includes taxes & fees
14 Jun - 15 Jun
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
Lobby

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
3.0 star property
Sorrento Valley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,519 reviews)
"Very great stay"
United States
Phillip
The price is £164
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
Outdoor spa tub

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
3.0 star property
Downtown Encinitas
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,578 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
joshua
The price is £143
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
Reception

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar
3.0 star property
Rancho Peñasquitos
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,304 reviews)
"Clean rooms, helpful staff and great breakfast."
United States
isabel
The price is £100
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar
Lobby lounge

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central
3.0 star property
Kearny Mesa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,025 reviews)
"Great hotel and I will stay there again. Good breakfast and very clean and safe."
United States
Natalie
The price is £146
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Central
Pines Corner Penthouse Suite (Recently Renovated) | View from room

La Jolla Cove Suites

La Jolla Cove Suites
3.0 star property
Village of La Jolla
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,172 reviews)
"Wonderful beds and view!"
United States
Caroline
The price is £174
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
La Jolla Cove Suites
Exterior

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel
3.0 star property
City Center
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,947 reviews)
"Beautiful place clean pool and friendly staff!"
United States
Steve
The price is £130
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel
Property amenity

Signature Temecula

Signature Temecula
3.0 star property
Temecula
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,858 reviews)
"Rooms are clean and location was great!!"
United States
Lisa
The price is £70
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Signature Temecula
Executive Room | Terrace/patio

Pala Mesa Golf Resort

Pala Mesa Golf Resort
3.5 star property
Fallbrook
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (863 reviews)
"Very clean and kept up for an older resort. "
United States
Marlene
The price is £102
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Pala Mesa Golf Resort
Outdoor pool

Sheraton La Jolla Hotel

Sheraton La Jolla Hotel
3.5 star property
La Jolla Village
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,017 reviews)
"Beautiful property and super friendly staff."
United States
Yesenia
The price is £213
includes taxes & fees
18 Jun - 19 Jun
Sheraton La Jolla Hotel
Free daily buffet breakfast

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
3.0 star property
Carmel Mountain Ranch
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,016 reviews)
"Very friendly staff although the weekend breakfast is only 730 to 9am"
United States
Cristina
The price is £126
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
Terrace/patio

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
3.5 star property
Vista
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,139 reviews)
"I really enjoyed the location, the comfy room, the great breakfast and hot tub."
United States
Katherine
The price is £139
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
Exterior

SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Rancho Bernardo/Scripps Poway

SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Rancho Bernardo/Scripps Poway
3.0 star property
Miramar Ranch North
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,215 reviews)
"Great service and clean rooms. Happy with location and stay."
United States
Maria
The price is £153
includes taxes & fees
14 Jun - 15 Jun
SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Rancho Bernardo/Scripps Poway
Lobby

Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad

Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad
3.0 star property
Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,091 reviews)
"Amazing stay!"
United States
Rafael
The price is £118
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad
View from property

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
3.0 star property
Rancho Bernardo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
David
The price is £160
includes taxes & fees
19 Jun - 20 Jun
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
Terrace/patio

Holiday Inn Oceanside Camp Pendleton Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Oceanside Camp Pendleton Area by IHG
3.0 star property
Camp Pendleton South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,026 reviews)
"One of the better hotels in the area. "
United States
Kameron
The price is £131
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Holiday Inn Oceanside Camp Pendleton Area by IHG
Terrace/patio

Home2 Suites by Hilton Temecula

Home2 Suites by Hilton Temecula
3.0 star property
Temecula
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,027 reviews)
"Great property with very friendly staff"
United States
Geoffrey
The price is £86
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Home2 Suites by Hilton Temecula
Property grounds

La Jolla Shores Hotel

La Jolla Shores Hotel
3.0 star property
La Jolla Shores
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,373 reviews)
"The location is incredible! Very nice place and stuff."
United States
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The price is £357
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
La Jolla Shores Hotel
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Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

4550 La Jolla Village Dr San Diego CA
The price is £197 per night from 21 Jun to 22 Jun
£197
21 Jun - 22 Jun
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,933 reviews)
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Learn more about San Marcos

Nestled between rolling hills and blooming flower fields, this college town offers hiking trails and craft breweries within minutes of each other. Visit Double Peak Park for panoramic views, then explore the bustling farmers market where local vendors sell everything from fresh produce to handmade jewellery.

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Top San Marcos Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

10/10 Excellent
"We stayed a week and the staff was so helpful the breakfast was great. They had beach chairs and umbrellas for us every day. We will be staying here again"
Joy 2-night trip
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

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What are the best 3-star hotels in San Marcos?
Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos, around 3 mi west of downtown San Marcos, is an Expedia customer favourite. A swimming pool and a terrace are among its many conveniences. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad is another 3-star hotel that rates highly with travellers. It comes with a firepit and a swimming pool, and is approximately 6 mi west of the centre.
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in San Marcos?
The most obvious difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in San Marcos will be the quality of service and availability of creature comforts. Three-star hotels are generally more budget-friendly and provide the amenities and services required to be comfortable, such as breakfast, WiFi and a gym. You can look forward to a bit more at a 4-star hotel — think upscale interiors, premium bathroom products and extra touches like day spas.