Lake San Marcos Hotel Guide - 3 Stars Hotels in Lake San Marcos, San Marcos

"Good variety and breakfast, very friendly staff and decent options in the fitness center."

"This is an old, just okay hotel. Paid for an ocean view room, and could only see the ocean if we stepped the end of the balcony and peered around. Kind of a ripoff if you ask me."

"The staff was very helpful and the location was great for the beach. We didn't try the hotel restaurant but the outdoor restaurant seating has a beautiful view of the beach. Check-in and check-out was easy. The maid service was great, too. The room was quiet and the little patio overlooking the courtyard was pleasant (complete with a friendly seagull we name "Ernie". As of April 2026, the hotel was under construction so that made access and using the underground garage ($45 per day) a little difficult since the access road was sometimes partially blocked due to construction. The pool was closed due to construction. The interior of our room in the yet-to-be-rebuilt part of the hotel was dated (think 1970's). There was an odor as we entered that smelled musky but later was fine as we ran the A/C and opened the patio door. There was only one electrical outlet easily available, so I was glad I had my 12 foot extension cord for the CPAP and phone charging. The shower was located over the bathtub (old style) and the faucet was always leaking."

"Our experience began with an attempt to check in early; however, we were informed there would be an additional $30 fee or that we could return at the standard 3:00 p.m. check-in time. We chose to return at 3:00 p.m. as advised, but upon arrival, we experienced an additional one-hour wait before our party was accommodated. Upon entering the rooms, we encountered several cleanliness concerns. Our room had an unpleasant odor, as if water had been sitting for an extended period, and another room in our party had condom wrappers left on the floor. Additionally, my sister was initially assigned the incorrect room, which required further correction. On a more positive note, the breakfast was excellent. Despite a change in weather, the pool remained warm, and the jacuzzi was very enjoyable. The property’s location was also convenient, situated approximately 10 minutes from Legoland."

"This hotel seems to be understaffed. No housekeeping was provided after night one of a two night stay."

"Staff was super nice and helpful. Lots of construction next door so beware lots of noise. Pool is smaller but does the job. Rooms were very clean. "