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Our top choices for California State University San Marcos hotels

An outdoor patio with a grill, dining area, and seating.

1. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos
3.0 star property
1.3 km from California State University San Marcos
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean room friendly staff great breakfast"
United States
Laura
The price is Rp2.598.485
Rp2.863.401 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos
A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on a brick wall, and framed pictures.

2. Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA

Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA
2.5 star property
0.7 km from California State University San Marcos
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Pedro
The price is Rp2.290.972
Rp2.520.069 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA
A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a sunset view, and a wooden floor.

3. Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
2.0 star property
1.6 km from California State University 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 Rp1.276.179
Rp1.403.887 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, a fire feature, and a view of parked cars and palm trees.

4. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Escondido Downtown

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Escondido Downtown
3.0 star property
6.1 km from California State University San Marcos
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean and great staff. Great value! Would stay again!"
United States
Ian
The price is Rp2.137.215
Rp2.355.104 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Escondido Downtown
An outdoor patio with a sofa set, a table, and chairs. There is a fire pit and string lights.

5. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
3.5 star property
5.9 km from California State University San Marcos
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,186 reviews)
"It was a great stay! Close to Legoland and the breakfast was great"
United States
Heather
The price is Rp2.622.905
Rp2.890.310 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
A swimming pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and safety signs.

6. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County
2.5 star property
10.7 km from California State University San Marcos
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Heather
The price is Rp2.091.088
Rp2.367.112 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County
A spacious lobby with a wooden staircase, a reception desk, and a large rug.

7. West Inn & Suites

West Inn & Suites
3.5 star property
16 km from California State University San Marcos
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,045 reviews)
"nice stay, clean and comfortable."
Mexico
Juan
The price is Rp2.170.137
Rp2.840.685 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
West Inn & Suites
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a parking lot.

8. Continental Inn San Diego Hotel Escondido

Continental Inn San Diego Hotel Escondido
3.5 star property
5.6 km from California State University San Marcos
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Loved the last minute availability, close proximity to Safari Park, snacks, & morning buffet, free parking & friendly staff."
United States
Monica
The price is Rp2.219.882
Rp2.441.870 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Continental Inn San Diego Hotel Escondido
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, sofas, and a modern fireplace.

9. Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG
3.0 star property
9.3 km from California State University San Marcos
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Very Clean easy and great breakfast!"
United States
Patrick
The price is Rp2.351.570
Rp2.638.344 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG
An outdoor patio area with turquoise chairs, a fire pit, and palm trees.

10. Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad
3.0 star property
12.2 km from California State University San Marcos
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Jennelyne
The price is Rp2.583.109
Rp2.893.082 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance area and multiple balconies.

11. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad
3.0 star property
11.4 km from California State University San Marcos
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Staff super polite place is nice and very well located"
United States
Rolando
The price is Rp2.290.972
Rp2.593.266 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad
A modern lobby with leather seating, a fireplace, and a large plant.

12. Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad

Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad
3.0 star property
8.1 km from California State University San Marcos
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,203 reviews)
"Everything was amazing! Great rooms, great pool & great staff."
United States
Krista
The price is Rp2.098.324
Rp2.312.248 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad
An outdoor seating area with chairs and a fire feature, overlooking a body of water and a distant mountain range.

13. Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort
4.0 star property
Lake San Marcos, 4.6 km from California State University San Marcos
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,952 reviews)
"Loved staying there. It was very relaxing and peaceful."
United States
Maureen
The price is Rp1.983.459
Rp2.733.067 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Lakehouse Resort
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a modern facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

14. Courtyard San Diego Oceanside

Courtyard San Diego Oceanside
3.0 star property
16.5 km from California State University San Marcos
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Would stay again"
United States
James
The price is Rp2.713.350
Rp3.064.277 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Courtyard San Diego Oceanside
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a painting of a coastal scene, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

15. Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
9.2 km from California State University San Marcos
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,070 reviews)
"Great clean room in a beautiful area, would love to stay here again."
United States
Antonio
The price is Rp1.248.141
Rp1.372.956 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Motel Mediteran Escondido
A swimming pool with a water fountain feature, surrounded by a stone wall and a patio area with chairs.

16. Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
3.0 star property
15.7 km from California State University San Marcos
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,064 reviews)
"Love staying at this hotel. Great staff, very nice rooms, convenient location."
United States
Sylwia A
The price is Rp2.321.723
Rp2.553.895 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, surrounded by chairs, under a pergola.

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad
3.0 star property
12.2 km from California State University San Marcos
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Breakfast is easy being all inclusive and helping you get out the door fast, especially with kids. It’s your standard no frills included buffet breakfast with make your own waffles."
United States
Mandy
The price is Rp2.292.238
Rp2.594.814 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and tables, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

18. Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad

Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad
3.0 star property
11.7 km from California State University San Marcos
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"It was great and breakfast was amazing ! Staff was super friendly."
United States
Yolanda
The price is Rp3.203.743
Rp3.594.440 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad
An outdoor patio with seating, umbrellas, and palm trees.

19. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
3.0 star property
13.9 km from California State University San Marcos
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Clean rooms and clean property in a very nice location. Definitely would stay here again."
United States
Miguel
The price is Rp2.690.196
Rp3.065.344 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a window with curtains, and artwork on the wall.

20. TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Vista

TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Vista
3.0 star property
8 km from California State University San Marcos
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (776 reviews)
"Staff were friendly, room was clean and breakfast was good"
United States
Allan
The price is Rp2.053.463
Rp2.258.809 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Vista
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.
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Compare popular hotels close to California State University San Marcos

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
An outdoor patio with a grill, dining area, and seating.
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,002 reviews
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A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on a brick wall, and framed pictures.
Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA
2.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,001 reviews
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A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a sunset view, and a wooden floor.
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
2.0 star property
7.6
Good
1,005 reviews
View
An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, a fire feature, and a view of parked cars and palm trees.
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Escondido Downtown
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,001 reviews
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An outdoor patio with a sofa set, a table, and chairs. There is a fire pit and string lights.
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
3.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
2,186 reviews
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Top California State University San Marcos Hotel Reviews

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

10/10 Excellent
"The rooms were clean, spacious and updated. It was quiet! Isaac at the front desk was a pleasure! The breakfast is high-quality and the staff is friendly and helpful. We enjoyed the outdoor space and reception area with computer and printer. This is the 2nd time we have stayed there and recommended it to friends."
Kari 3-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

Other attractions near California State University San Marcos

Double Peak Park

8.4/10 (48 reviews)
After visiting Double Peak Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Marcos. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its lively breweries.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around California State University San Marcos?
California State University San Marcos is located in a family-friendly area of San Marcos known for its lively breweries and array of dining options. You'll find 204 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best hotel to stay near California State University San Marcos?
Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from California State University San Marcos. Another good choice is Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos, located just 0.8 mi (1.3 km) away.
How many hotels are there close to California State University San Marcos?
Expedia has 204 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from California State University San Marcos.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near California State University San Marcos, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near California State University San Marcos.
What can I see and do near California State University San Marcos?
You can check out the local talent at California Center For The Arts, Patio Playhouse and Ritz Theater. Spend some time wandering around Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park, Montiel Dog Park and San Elijo Hills Dog Park. Create some family memories at Center for the Performing Arts Escondido and California Fruit Wine.

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