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Our top choices for San Marcos motels

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a sunset view, and a wooden floor.

1. Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
2.0 star property
San Marcos
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,011 reviews)
"Truly grateful for the breakfast everyday. Super stay."
United States
Douglas
The price is £62
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a painting of a coastal scene, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

2. Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,066 reviews)
"Easy check in and parking which is good ."
United States
Zenia
The price is £59
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Motel Mediteran Escondido
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

3. 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)
"Staff is great. Location and room were very good as usual. Only area of improvement is the breakfast dining area which they say is scheduled for refurbishment (and hopefully new furniture) but I wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again"
United States
Patrick
The price is £101
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a chair, a small desk, and two wall-mounted paintings.

4. Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (461 reviews)
"Will be staying here again!"
United States
Angelica
The price is £53
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Escondido Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a mirror.

5. Motel 6 Escondido, CA

Motel 6 Escondido, CA
2.0 star property
Central Escondido
6.8 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice, safe and affordable"
United States
Antonio
The price is £69
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Motel 6 Escondido, CA
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a TV, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

6. Vista Inn Motel

Vista Inn Motel
2.0 star property
Vista
6.0 out of 10, (686 reviews)
"Must of the amenities work for a quiet stay personal was so helpful and there is restaurants close by and parks is close to the freeway"
United States
Luis
The price is £60
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Vista Inn Motel
A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a TV, a desk, and a mirror.

7. Franciscan Inn

Franciscan Inn
2.0 star property
Vista
6.6 out of 10, (663 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Anna
The price is £61
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Franciscan Inn
A motel with a two-story structure, multiple balconies, and a covered parking area.

8. Hacienda Motel

Hacienda Motel
2.0 star property
Central Escondido
6.8 out of 10, (162 reviews)
"Friendly, Helpful Staff! Good Labor Day Weekend Value!"
United States
MICHAEL
The price is £82
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Hacienda Motel

9. 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, (1,336 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
Helli
The price is £86
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

10. Scandia Motel

Scandia Motel
2.5 star property
Carlsbad Village
7.6 out of 10, Good, (999 reviews)
"The Scandia hotel in Carlsbad is a great location, close to shopping beach and restaurants"
United States
Rob
The price is £56
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Scandia Motel
A row of single-story houses with outdoor seating areas, surrounded by palm trees and well-maintained lawns.

11. Fallbrook Country Inn

Fallbrook Country Inn
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.4 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
"I’ve stayed here a few times and it’s exactly what I’ve needed while I visit my dad. The jacuzzi is relaxing at night and the pool is refreshing in the morning."
United States
Sandrella
The price is £51
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Fallbrook Country Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

12. Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown

Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.8 out of 10, (1,003 reviews)
"They have clean rooms and tidy furniture, but the paint is old and in need of renovation; the staff are friendly and nice."
Canada
Marcelo
The price is £49
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown
A building with a porch, wooden beams, and hanging flower baskets.

13. Ramona Valley Inn

Ramona Valley Inn
2.0 star property
Ramona
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable bed, and perfect size room for solo traveler"
United States
Deborah
The price is £62
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Ramona Valley Inn
A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted lamp.

14. Escondido Inn

Escondido Inn
2.5 star property
Central Escondido
7.8 out of 10, Good, (176 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Brian
The price is £315
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Escondido Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

15. Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
2.0 star property
Lake
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,660 reviews)
"Great place to stay close to everything rooms are clean and beds are comfortable staff is very friendly and helpful"
United States
Jim
The price is £50
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
A modern bathroom with a large central sink, a mirror above it, and a herringbone-patterned wall.

16. Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
2.0 star property
Townsite
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (882 reviews)
"say it again by yourself very clean and hospitable staff"
United States
Alan
The price is £76
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
A pool area with a metal ladder, red and green umbrellas, and outdoor furniture.

17. Rancho California Inn

Rancho California Inn
2.0 star property
Old Town Temecula
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,008 reviews)
"Great clean stay."
United States
Branden
The price is £60
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Rancho California Inn
A beach with palm trees, a lifeguard tower, and a sandy walkway.

18. Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (645 reviews)
"Nice older place that’s well taken care of. Great location"
United States
Scott
The price is £183
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Moonlight Beach Motel
A multi-level outdoor patio with a dining area, potted plants, and a large umbrella.

19. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
2.5 star property
Olde Carlsbad
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"Location was fantastic and room was always super clean."
United States
James
The price is £75
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
An aerial view of a hotel with multiple buildings, parking lots, and a surrounding urban area.

20. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
2.0 star property
South Beach
6.8 out of 10, (2,099 reviews)
"Safe,quiet and uneventful!!!"
United States
Roy
The price is £62
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
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Pleasant Inn

Pleasant Inn

8/10 Good
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Pleasant Inn

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San Marcos Motels information

Number of reviews
10,473
Accommodation
35 Motels
Lowest Price
£49
Highest Price
£315

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to San Marcos?
By saving on your room price, you can experience more of the activities in San Marcos. Not-to-be-missed sights include LEGOLAND® California and San Diego Zoo Safari Park in the area.
What is a motel?
When you stay at a motel, you'll often find an outdoor pool and free parking. With a stay at a motel, you'll usually access your room from an outside corridor overlooking the car park. Motels in the US boomed at the end of the 1940s with the appeal of road trip holidays, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in San Marcos?
Here are some of our customers' favourite motels 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 the in-room microwave, and freebies including breakfast and self-parking. Motel 6 Temecula, CA - Historic Old Town: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as climate control. Central San Marcos is 24.6 mi (39.5 km) away. Motel 6 Oceanside, CA: Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 8.1 mi (13.1 km) from the heart of San Marcos. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland: 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 such as a microwave. Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach: 9.8 mi (15.8 km) from the heart of San Marcos. Enjoy access to the self-parking (surcharge), and freebies including breakfast and WiFi.
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: Birch Aquarium, Boomers Vista and GIA Museum.
What's the weather like in San Marcos?
Weather can make or break a road trip, 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 temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 13°C. Average annual precipitation for San Marcos is 350 mm.
What are my options for getting around San Marcos while 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) away from the heart of the city. You can also search 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 explore more sights.