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Motels in San Marcos

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

2.0 star property
San Marcos
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1002)
"Safe and clean for one night stay"
United States
Esmeralda
The price is SAR 267
SAR 294 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
Terrace/patio
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, (1776)
"Great stay"
United States
Kurtis
The price is SAR 169
SAR 190 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Motel 6 Temecula, CA - Historic Old Town
Exterior
Ramona Valley Inn

Ramona Valley Inn

2.0 star property
Ramona
7.2 out of 10, Good, (935)
"Great experience, clean room, friendly staff"
United States
Jonathan
The price is SAR 216
SAR 246 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Ramona Valley Inn
Economy Single Room, 2 Double Beds | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk
Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido

2.5 star property
Kit Carson
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"We had good stay! We’ve been multiple times and the rooms have been nice everytime ! "
United States
Taylor
The price is SAR 231
SAR 254 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Motel Mediteran Escondido
Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave
Scandia Motel

Scandia Motel

2.5 star property
Carlsbad Village
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1005)
"Good location room was clean"
United States
Mark
The price is SAR 204
SAR 238 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Scandia Motel
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge

2.5 star property
Kit Carson
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (250)
"The room was clean and modern, the price and distance was convenient."
United States
Jennifer
The price is SAR 241
SAR 265 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Escondido Lodge
Outdoor pool
Rancho California Inn

Rancho California Inn

2.0 star property
Old Town Temecula
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"good staff, clean rooms "
United States
Yvette
The price is SAR 230
SAR 257 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Rancho California Inn
Exterior
Fallbrook Country Inn

Fallbrook Country Inn

2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.4 out of 10, (1002)
"I stay here more often than anywhere else, because the staff is so kind and helpful, the rooms are comfortable, spacious and clean and the price is so affordable. "
United States
Kimberly
The price is SAR 202
SAR 227 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Fallbrook Country Inn
Beach/ocean view
Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel

2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (498)
"Great location, great staff"
United States
Joan
Moonlight Beach Motel
Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

2.5 star property
Olde Carlsbad
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1002)
"The location of the hotel is the "
United States
Vikash
The price is SAR 300
SAR 336 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
Exterior
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, (1004)
"Extremely friendly staff, clean hotel, and love the breakfast buffet, great selection. "
United States
Mary
The price is SAR 402
SAR 442 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 January 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

2.0 star property
South Beach
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1792)
"Basic, reasonably priced motel "
United States
Delrae
The price is SAR 207
SAR 232 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Vista Inn Motel

Vista Inn Motel

2.0 star property
Vista
6.0 out of 10, (498)
"Comfortable beds friendly staff"
United States
Candi
The price is SAR 259
SAR 304 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Vista Inn Motel
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers
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 SAR 220
SAR 247 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | View from room
Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

2.0 star property
Townsite
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (687)
"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 SAR 325
SAR 366 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
Outdoor pool
Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn

2.0 star property
Townsite
5.8 out of 10, (1002)
"Always my favorite "
United States
Shannon
The price is SAR 297
SAR 334 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Pacific Inn
Property grounds
Hacienda Motel

Hacienda Motel

2.0 star property
Central Escondido
6.6 out of 10, (139)
"Felt safe and secure during my week stay."
United States
Cameron
The price is SAR 233
SAR 327 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Hacienda Motel
Outdoor pool
Franciscan Inn

Franciscan Inn

2.0 star property
Vista
6.4 out of 10, (547)
"Clean room, parking was excellent and a lot of stuff to do around "
United States
Yael
The price is SAR 259
SAR 285 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Franciscan Inn
Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Escondido Inn

Escondido Inn

2.5 star property
Central Escondido
7.8 out of 10, Good, (174)
"Great place"
United States
Brian
Escondido Inn
Boating
Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside

Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside

2.0 star property
Camp Pendleton South
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Staff were nice, room was clean. Great for a weekend stay."
United States
Kasey
The price is SAR 319
SAR 359 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Days Inn by Wyndham Oceanside
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Top San Marcos Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar

10/10 Excellent
"Good hotel "
Omar 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar

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 Carlsbad, CA Beach: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like climate control. Central San Marcos is 9.1 mi (14.6 km) away. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - East: Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 9.2 mi (14.8 km) from the heart of San Marcos. Motel 6 Temecula, CA - Historic Old Town: Central San Marcos is 24.6 mi (39.5 km) away. Free WiFi, free parking, and a snack bar/deli are available during your stay. 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 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, The Wave Waterpark, and SEA LIFE Carlsbad Aquarium.
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.

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