A modern urban area with a central roundabout, surrounded by multi-story buildings, green spaces, and a hilly landscape in the background.

Search Motels in San Marcos

  • Change your mind

    Book hotels with free cancellation

  • Treat yourself

    Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
    Sign in

  • Be picky

    Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

Next weekend
25 Sept - 27 Sept
In two weeks
2 Oct - 4 Oct
In one month
16 Oct - 18 Oct
In two months
13 Nov - 15 Nov

Our top choices for San Marcos motels

Room

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, (1,006 reviews)
"The room was clean and the location was close to where we needed to go."
United States
R
The price is Rp1.328.709
Rp1.461.580 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
Economy Single Room, 1 King Bed

2. Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,064 reviews)
"Easy check in and parking which is good ."
United States
Zenia
The price is Rp1.395.851
Rp1.535.436 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Motel Mediteran Escondido
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

3. 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)
"The room and staff were great and the breakfast was delicious and outstanding. I don’t know if I’ve ever stayed in a hotel with a better breakfast whether it was included or not. It was nice to have several restaurants in close proximity as well. Highly recommend!"
United States
John
The price is Rp2.070.198
Rp2.277.218 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
Room

4. Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (457 reviews)
"Will be staying here again!"
United States
Angelica
The price is Rp1.210.270
Rp1.331.297 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Escondido Lodge
Room

5. Motel 6 Escondido, CA

Motel 6 Escondido, CA
2.0 star property
Central Escondido
6.8 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
"Nice, safe and affordable"
United States
Antonio
The price is Rp1.484.196
Rp1.635.266 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Motel 6 Escondido, CA
Exterior

6. Hacienda Motel

Hacienda Motel
2.0 star property
Central Escondido
6.8 out of 10, (162 reviews)
"Friendly, Helpful Staff! Good Labor Day Weekend Value!"
United States
MICHAEL
The price is Rp1.327.050
Rp1.819.828 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Hacienda Motel
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

7. Vista Inn Motel

Vista Inn Motel
2.0 star property
Vista
6.0 out of 10, (683 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
The price is Rp1.272.168
Rp1.399.385 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Vista Inn Motel
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8. Franciscan Inn

Franciscan Inn
2.0 star property
Vista
6.6 out of 10, (663 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Anna
The price is Rp1.255.206
Rp1.380.656 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Franciscan Inn
Exterior

9. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
2.5 star property
Olde Carlsbad
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Perfect stay!"
United States
Darlene
The price is Rp1.561.940
Rp1.752.419 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
Beach/ocean view

10. Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (643 reviews)
"A well appointed and clean motel with great access to the beach."
United States
melissa
The price is Rp2.492.654
Rp2.741.920 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Moonlight Beach Motel
Deluxe Studio, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

11. Scandia Motel

Scandia Motel
2.5 star property
Carlsbad Village
7.6 out of 10, Good, (999 reviews)
"The Scandia hotel in Carlsbad is a great location, close to shopping beach and restaurants"
United States
Rob
The price is Rp1.024.836
Rp1.368.991 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Scandia Motel
Exterior

12. Ramona Valley Inn

Ramona Valley Inn
2.0 star property
Ramona
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Room was clean and bed was comfortable. Wouldn’t mind access to an additional blanket and a blow dryer."
United States
NAOMI
The price is Rp1.059.963
Rp1.202.022 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Ramona Valley Inn
Exterior

13. Fallbrook Country Inn

Fallbrook Country Inn
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.4 out of 10, (1,003 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 Rp1.166.154
Rp1.303.619 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Fallbrook Country Inn
Pool

14. Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown

Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.8 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"Friendly and polite staff"
United States
Carlos
The price is Rp954.126
Rp1.074.629 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown
Room

15. Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
2.0 star property
Lake
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,639 reviews)
"Great place to stay close to everything rooms are clean and beds are comfortable staff is very friendly and helpful"
United States
Jim
The price is Rp1.160.677
Rp1.308.389 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
Room, 1 King Bed

16. Escondido Inn

Escondido Inn
2.5 star property
Central Escondido
7.8 out of 10, Good, (176 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Brian
The price is Rp7.058.822
Rp7.764.704 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Escondido Inn
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

17. Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
2.0 star property
Townsite
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (875 reviews)
"The room was great, the staff was great, the area was nice. Clean space, well renovated with comfy beds and a very nice and clean shower. We really enjoyed our stay and hope to come back sometime!"
United States
Sarah
The price is Rp1.678.555
Rp1.888.374 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
Outdoor pool

18. Rancho California Inn

Rancho California Inn
2.0 star property
Old Town Temecula
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great clean stay."
United States
Branden
The price is Rp1.174.988
Rp1.315.987 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Rancho California Inn
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, (1,336 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
Helli
The price is Rp1.849.023
Rp2.043.078 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
Exterior

20. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
2.0 star property
South Beach
6.8 out of 10, (2,098 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable."
United States
Benjamin
The price is Rp1.256.089
Rp1.449.050 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
View all properties
Save an average of 15% on thousands of hotels when you're signed in
Sign in
Sign up, it's free

Top San Marcos Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

10/10 Excellent
"We are coming to this hotel every year . We enjoying clean rooms, big breakfast and good location. We recommended this hotel to many people and nobody was disappointed. We will come next year again. Highly recommended."
Alexander 5-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

Find out more about San Marcos

San Marcos Motels information

Number of reviews
9,500
Accommodation
35 Motels
Lowest Price
Rp1.074.629
Highest Price
Rp7.764.704

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. Not-to-be-missed sights include LEGOLAND® California and San Diego Zoo Safari Park in the area.
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 LEGOLAND® California and San Diego Zoo Safari Park. Enjoy the in-room microwave, and freebies including breakfast and self-parking. Motel 6 Temecula, CA - Historic Old Town: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as 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 self-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 such as 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 self-parking (surcharge), 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 GIA Museum.
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 22°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 13°C. 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.