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Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
2.0 star property
San Marcos
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,006 reviews)
"I liked the tiny room with the decent nightly rate."
United States
Jennifer
The price is S$128
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Ramona Valley Inn

Ramona Valley Inn
2.0 star property
Ramona
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"Clean and friendly staff ๐Ÿ˜Š"
United States
Patrick
The price is S$105
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Ramona Valley Inn

Vista Inn Motel

Vista Inn Motel
2.0 star property
Vista
6.0 out of 10, (615 reviews)
"Great bed comfortable Great night sleep Nice employees Very helpful anything you need Rooms huge Bathroom huge"
United States
Janine
The price is S$127
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Vista Inn Motel

Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,034 reviews)
"Large room, clean and convenient!"
United States
Ruchi
The price is S$126
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
2.0 star property
Lake
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,399 reviews)
"Great place to stay & location!"
United States
Brent
The price is S$111
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

Rancho California Inn

Rancho California Inn
2.0 star property
Old Town Temecula
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Cinthya
The price is S$100
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Rancho California Inn

Fallbrook Country Inn

Fallbrook Country Inn
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.4 out of 10, (1,003 reviews)
"Great stay as always"
United States
Kimberly
The price is S$92
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Fallbrook Country Inn

Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (367 reviews)
"It was a great place to stay! It was quiet and clean, and we used the pool multiple times. We stayed 6 nights and have no complaints!"
United States
Dana Phillip
The price is S$115
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Escondido Lodge

Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown

Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.8 out of 10, (1,003 reviews)
"Nice location, friendly staff."
Canada
Shane
The price is S$91
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown

Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (606 reviews)
"Nice location and staff. Room was spacious and clean"
United States
Theodore
The price is S$353
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Moonlight Beach Motel

Franciscan Inn

Franciscan Inn
2.0 star property
Vista
6.6 out of 10, (619 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Tom
The price is S$102
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Franciscan Inn

Scandia Motel

Scandia Motel
2.5 star property
Carlsbad Village
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"A great no frills, clean and well kept motel in walking distance to the beach."
United States
Cory
The price is S$111
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Scandia Motel

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, (1,227 reviews)
"Excelent hotel"
United States
Faustino
The price is S$192
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach

Hacienda Motel

Hacienda Motel
2.0 star property
Central Escondido
6.6 out of 10, (150 reviews)
"Staff was nice. If you have to stay there itโ€™s a bed but bring own sheets not the best or cleanest."
United States
Jason
The price is S$130
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Hacienda Motel

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, (2,142 reviews)
"Great lighting at night; very friendly staff."
United States
Darlene
The price is S$90
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Motel 6 Temecula, CA - Historic Old Town

Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
2.0 star property
Townsite
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (807 reviews)
"Clena room, comfortable bed and always very nice staff."
United States
Kimberly
The price is S$166
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

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)
"The staff and room was great, would stay here again."
United States
Irene
The price is S$212
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

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

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland
2.0 star property
City Center
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,871 reviews)
"Rooms were clean, perfect distance from legoland made our family trip super easy with the beach and restaurants close by"
United States
Liliana
The price is S$110
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
2.0 star property
South Beach
6.8 out of 10, (2,046 reviews)
"OK to stay y"
United States
luke
The price is S$122
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
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San Marcos Motels information

Number of reviews
20,081
Accommodation
35 Motels
Lowest Price
S$90
Highest Price
S$353

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. In the larger area, popular places to visit include LEGOLANDยฎ California, San Diego Zoo Safari Park and Del Mar Beach.
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 LEGOLANDยฎ California and San Diego Zoo Safari Park. Enjoy access to the business centre, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi and self-parking. Motel 6 Oceanside, CA: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as climate control. Central San Marcos is 8.1 mi (13.1 km) away. Motel 6 Temecula, CA - Historic Old Town: Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 24.6 mi (39.5 km) from the heart of San Marcos. Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach: Central San Marcos is 9.8 mi (15.8 km) away. Free breakfast and free WiFi are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a microwave. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland: 9.2 mi (14.8 km) from the heart of San Marcos. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and self-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. Favourite places in and around San Marcos include LEGOLANDยฎ California, San Diego Zoo Safari Park and Del Mar Beach. 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 SEA LIFE Carlsbad Aquarium.
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 22ยฐC, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 13ยฐC. 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.

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