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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, (1,005 reviews)
"The room was clean and the staff at the front desk were very friendly and helpful. A nice place to stay for price."
United States
Patricia
The price is SAR 281
SAR 309 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
A hotel entrance with a covered patio, large windows, and potted plants.

2. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Love that there were a lot of different places within walking distance."
United States
Pedro
The price is SAR 473
SAR 520 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a painting of a coastal scene, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

3. Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,067 reviews)
"Great clean room in a beautiful area, would love to stay here again."
United States
Antonio
The price is SAR 258
SAR 284 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Motel Mediteran Escondido
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a mirror.

4. Motel 6 Escondido, CA

Motel 6 Escondido, CA
2.0 star property
Central Escondido
6.8 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
"Motel 6 Escondido is the cheapest hotel in the area for a reason."
United States
Deborah
The price is SAR 304
SAR 335 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Motel 6 Escondido, CA
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a chair, a small desk, and two wall-mounted paintings.

5. Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (484 reviews)
"Great service, I've stayed here multiple times and never had a problem"
United States
michael
The price is SAR 231
SAR 254 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Escondido Lodge
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a buffet area, and a seating area.

6. Franciscan Inn

Franciscan Inn
2.0 star property
Vista
6.6 out of 10, (683 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Anna
The price is SAR 297
SAR 326 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Franciscan Inn
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a view of the beach and ocean through a large window.

7. Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (674 reviews)
"Nice motel, walking distance from the beach and restaurants. Family room was well equipped and clean, sand toys and boards were a nice bonus."
United States
Viachaslau
The price is SAR 445
SAR 489 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Moonlight Beach Motel
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, (165 reviews)
"Friendly, Helpful Staff! Good Labor Day Weekend Value!"
United States
MICHAEL
The price is SAR 300
SAR 409 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Hacienda Motel
A multi-level outdoor patio with a dining area, potted plants, and a large umbrella.

9. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
2.5 star property
Olde Carlsbad
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,008 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff, spacious rooms. Would stay here again"
United States
Tiffany
The price is SAR 287
SAR 322 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
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, (1,000 reviews)
"The staff is friendly and the rooms are clean"
United States
Kaitlin
The price is SAR 201
SAR 272 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Scandia Motel
A pool area with a fenced pool, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

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 SAR 230
SAR 258 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Fallbrook Country Inn
A hotel room with two single beds, each with a blue headboard and white bedding. The room has a wooden floor and a large painting of a coastal scene on the wall.

12. Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
2.0 star property
Townsite
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (905 reviews)
"The bed was really stiff and the pillows were not comfortable but the price and availability made up for it"
United States
Carlos
The price is SAR 242
SAR 273 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

13. Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown

Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.8 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"O"
United States
Faith
The price is SAR 203
SAR 228 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

14. Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
2.0 star property
Lake
6.8 out of 10, (1,761 reviews)
"Such a great location"
United States
Brendan
The price is SAR 236
SAR 267 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
A pool area with a metal ladder, red and green umbrellas, and outdoor furniture.

15. Rancho California Inn

Rancho California Inn
2.0 star property
Old Town Temecula
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"This property was very convenient to old town Temecula."
United States
Beth
The price is SAR 259
SAR 290 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Rancho California Inn
A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted lamp.

16. Escondido Inn

Escondido Inn
2.5 star property
Central Escondido
7.8 out of 10, Good, (177 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Brian
The price is SAR 1,500
SAR 1,650 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Escondido Inn
A building with a porch, wooden beams, and hanging flower baskets.

17. Ramona Valley Inn

Ramona Valley Inn
2.0 star property
Ramona
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Newly renovated, clean rooms. Friendly staff, very nice place for the price"
United States
Rhiannon
The price is SAR 315
SAR 341 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Ramona Valley Inn
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, a window with curtains, and a lamp.

18. Vista Inn Motel

Vista Inn Motel
2.0 star property
Vista
6.2 out of 10, (701 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
Vista Inn Motel
Lobby

19. 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, (1,382 reviews)
"Very clean, and the staff very kind."
United States
Jeanette
The price is SAR 389
SAR 429 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

20. Motel 6 Carlsbad East, CA - Near Legoland

Motel 6 Carlsbad East, CA - Near Legoland
2.0 star property
City Center
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,960 reviews)
"Nice location rooms were nice"
United States
Shane
The price is SAR 243
SAR 272 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Motel 6 Carlsbad East, CA - Near Legoland
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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 jewelry.

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A residential area with a bridge over a river, surrounded by houses and palm trees.

Top reviews in San Marcos

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a sunset view, and a wooden floor.
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
San Marcos

10/10 Excellent

This hotel is super clean and convenient if you need a night's stay around San Marcos or Carlsbad. The check in and customer service were great. It's a really good value if you need a place to stay for the night.
United States
Sarah
Reviewed June 26, 2025
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

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 the in-room microwave, and freebies including breakfast and parking. Motel 6 Temecula, CA - Historic Old Town: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like 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 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 like 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 parking, 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 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.