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Our top choices for California State University San Marcos hotels

A Fairfield Inn & Suites Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a well-lit facade.

1. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos
3.0 star property
1.3 km from California State University San Marcos
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room friendly staff great breakfast"
United States
Laura
The price is S$216
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos
A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on a brick wall, and framed pictures.

2. Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA

Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA
2.5 star property
0.7 km from California State University San Marcos
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Pedro
The price is S$179
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a radiator, and a large landscape painting on the wall.

3. Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
2.0 star property
1.6 km from California State University San Marcos
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Property was clean and good for a 1 night stay."
United States
Jennifer
The price is S$101
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a parking lot.

4. Continental Inn San Diego Hotel Escondido

Continental Inn San Diego Hotel Escondido
3.5 star property
5.6 km from California State University San Marcos
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"great stay"
United States
Jerrie
The price is S$174
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Continental Inn San Diego Hotel Escondido
A spacious lobby with a large sofa, multiple chairs, and a coffee table.

5. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
3.0 star property
13.9 km from California State University San Marcos
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean rooms and clean property in a very nice location. Definitely would stay here again."
United States
Miguel
The price is S$205
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
A hotel breakfast area with a long counter, various food items, and a unique wall design.

6. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Escondido Downtown

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Escondido Downtown
3.0 star property
6.1 km from California State University San Marcos
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean and great staff. Great value! Would stay again!"
United States
Ian
The price is S$190
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Escondido Downtown
A modern hotel with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

7. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
3.0 star property
14.6 km from California State University San Marcos
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,084 reviews)
"Had a great experience, staff was very friendly, beds were comfortable."
United States
Deborah
The price is S$210
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
An outdoor seating area with chairs and a fire feature, overlooking a body of water and a distant mountain range.

8. Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort
4.0 star property
Lake San Marcos, 4.6 km from California State University San Marcos
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,948 reviews)
"Loved staying there. It was very relaxing and peaceful."
United States
Maureen
The price is S$185
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Lakehouse Resort
An outdoor patio with a sofa set, a table, and chairs. There is a fire pit and string lights.

9. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
3.5 star property
5.9 km from California State University San Marcos
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,187 reviews)
"Love this hotel."
United States
Brian
The price is S$204
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and tables, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

10. Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad

Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad
3.0 star property
11.7 km from California State University San Marcos
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Great breakfast, room clean"
United States
Ling
The price is S$256
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a stone fire pit, string lights, and a pool area.

11. Sonesta ES Suites Carmel Mountain – San Diego

Sonesta ES Suites Carmel Mountain – San Diego
3.0 star property
18.4 km from California State University San Marcos
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"The room was nice."
United States
Gary
The price is S$147
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Sonesta ES Suites Carmel Mountain – San Diego
A buffet with various food items, including omelets and other dishes, displayed in metal serving trays.

12. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
2.5 star property
5.6 km from California State University San Marcos
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Love that there were a lot of different places within walking distance."
United States
Pedro
The price is S$167
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
A hotel with a pool, palm trees, and a Best Western sign.

13. Best Western Escondido Hotel

Best Western Escondido Hotel
2.5 star property
5.6 km from California State University San Marcos
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"The staff was helpful and the hotel was nice."
United States
Laura
The price is S$203
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Best Western Escondido Hotel
A resort pool area with multiple lounge chairs and umbrellas, a waterfall feature, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

14. Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
3.5 star property
11.4 km from California State University San Marcos
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,225 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Anissa
The price is S$233
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
A commercial building with a parking lot and multiple lanes of traffic.

15. Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
2.0 star property
14 km from California State University San Marcos
6.8 out of 10, (1,773 reviews)
"Such a great location"
United States
Brendan
The price is S$91
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
A swimming pool with a water fountain feature, surrounded by a stone wall and a patio area with chairs.

16. Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
3.0 star property
15.7 km from California State University San Marcos
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,067 reviews)
"Great hotel!"
United States
Brian
The price is S$163
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a view of a pool, and a building in the background.

17. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad
3.0 star property
11.4 km from California State University San Marcos
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Staff super polite place is nice and very well located"
United States
Rolando
The price is S$185
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large wall mural.

18. Extended Stay America Premier Suites - San Diego - San Marcos

Extended Stay America Premier Suites - San Diego - San Marcos
2.5 star property
3.7 km from California State University San Marcos
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,032 reviews)
"Always great staff and clean rooms"
United States
chris
The price is S$163
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Extended Stay America Premier Suites - San Diego - San Marcos
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, sofas, and a modern fireplace.

19. Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG
3.0 star property
9.3 km from California State University San Marcos
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Very Clean easy and great breakfast!"
United States
Patrick
The price is S$170
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG
An outdoor patio with a stone barbecue, a fire pit, and seating.

20. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos
3.0 star property
3.3 km from California State University San Marcos
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great accommodations"
United States
Lekeshia
The price is S$190
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos
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Compare popular hotels close to California State University San Marcos

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A Fairfield Inn & Suites Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a well-lit facade.
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
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A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on a brick wall, and framed pictures.
Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA
2.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,000 reviews
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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a radiator, and a large landscape painting on the wall.
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
2.0 star property
7.6
Good
1,000 reviews
View
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a parking lot.
Continental Inn San Diego Hotel Escondido
3.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,006 reviews
View
A spacious lobby with a large sofa, multiple chairs, and a coffee table.
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
3.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,004 reviews
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Top California State University San Marcos Hotel Reviews

Continental Inn San Diego Hotel Escondido

Continental Inn San Diego Hotel Escondido

10/10 Excellent
"Convenient location for visiting family. Comfortable beds, linens and nice towels. Very happy with the breakfast, plenty of different options and good coffee."
Deborah 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Continental Inn San Diego Hotel Escondido

Other attractions near California State University San Marcos

Double Peak Park

8.4/10 (48 reviews)
After visiting Double Peak Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Marcos. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its lively breweries.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around California State University San Marcos?
California State University San Marcos is located in a family-friendly area of San Marcos known for its lively breweries and array of dining options. You'll find 204 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best hotel to stay near California State University San Marcos?
Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from California State University San Marcos. Another good choice is Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos, located just 0.8 mi (1.3 km) away.
How many hotels are there close to California State University San Marcos?
Expedia has 204 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from California State University San Marcos.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near California State University San Marcos, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near California State University San Marcos.
What can I see and do near California State University San Marcos?
You can check out the local talent at California Center For The Arts, Patio Playhouse and Ritz Theater. Spend some time wandering around Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park, Montiel Dog Park and San Elijo Hills Dog Park. Create some family memories at Center for the Performing Arts Escondido and California Fruit Wine.