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An outdoor patio area with seating, umbrellas, and potted plants.
A hotel with a parking lot, multiple floors, and a red-tiled roof.
A reception area with a teal wall, a 'Signature' sign, and a counter with a computer.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a TV mounted on the wall.

1. Signature Temecula

Signature Temecula
Temecula
United States
Charlene
$81 nightly
$90 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Signature Temecula
A water slide with large rocks, a pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, and mountains in the background.
Two wooden Adirondack chairs facing a body of water with a grassy area and trees in the background.
A resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and a mountainous backdrop.
A dining area with a view of a golf course and pond.

2. Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
Lawrence Welk Resort Village
United States
Desirae
$143 nightly
$155 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
A corridor with hexagonal tiles leading to a beach view.
A beach with palm trees, a playground, and a pier in the background.
A stone-paved pathway leading to a covered entrance with a view of the sea.
A spacious lobby with a large marble coffee table, comfortable seating, and a view of the pool area.

3. La Jolla Shores Hotel

La Jolla Shores Hotel
La Jolla Shores
United States
Cindy
$330 nightly
$379 total
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Total with taxes and fees
La Jolla Shores Hotel
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a red chair, and a view of the city.
A hotel room with a desk, office chair, and a sofa with a throw pillow.
A conference room with multiple tables, chairs, and exit signs.
A hotel lobby with a stone wall, a fireplace, a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a reception desk.

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
Sorrento Valley
United States
Jane
$152 nightly
$175 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
A hotel lobby with a large seating area, a kitchen counter with coffee machines, and a stone fireplace.
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a television mounted on the wall.
A multi-story hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and landscaped gardens.
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.

5. Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
Carmel Mountain Ranch
United States
Jean
$95 nightly
$108 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
A balcony with a view of the ocean, wicker chairs, a round table, and a bottle of champagne.
A beach with waves, a sunset, and a row of houses along the shore.
A modern bar area with a counter, stools, and a seating area with tables and chairs.
A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a large window offering a view of the sea.

6. La Jolla Cove Suites

La Jolla Cove Suites
Village of La Jolla
United States
Bryan
$237 nightly
$272 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
La Jolla Cove Suites
A coastal cliff with a beach and ocean.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a multi-story building with balconies.
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large mirror.
A wicker table with a bottle of wine, a glass, and a potted plant.

7. Inn By The Sea La Jolla

Inn By The Sea La Jolla
Village of La Jolla
United States
Sean
$213 nightly
$245 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Inn By The Sea La Jolla
A hotel reception area with a cityscape mural, a 'No Smoking' sign, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.
A modern kitchen area with a coffee station, fruit bowl, and a refrigerator with a glass door displaying food items.
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a parking lot.
An outdoor balcony with a table and chairs, a large umbrella, and a view of trees and buildings.

8. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar
Rancho Peñasquitos
United States
Carolina
$84 nightly
$97 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a stone fire pit, string lights, and a pool area.
A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a patterned carpet, and a seating area with a table and chairs.
A rooftop pool area with a fire pit, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.
A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, balconies, and a landscaped driveway.

9. Sonesta ES Suites Carmel Mountain – San Diego

Sonesta ES Suites Carmel Mountain – San Diego
Carmel Mountain Ranch
United States
Andrew
$111 nightly
$126 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Sonesta ES Suites Carmel Mountain – San Diego
A pool area with a LEGO play structure, lounge chairs, and a hotel sign.
A restaurant interior with multiple tables, chairs, and a prominent red sign for a recipe book.
A hotel room with a bed featuring a striped bedspread with a skull and crossbones design, a wooden headboard, and a red wall with a pirate-themed decoration.
A wooden cabin interior with a bed, a window with a view, and a monkey decoration.

10. LEGOLAND California Hotel

LEGOLAND California Hotel
Carlsbad Ranch
United States
Andrew
$168 nightly
$189 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
LEGOLAND California Hotel
A hotel entrance with a stone facade, a covered patio area, and a large glass door.
A kitchen counter with two stainless steel food warmers, a sign for 'CRACKED' with a magnifying glass, and a 'Today's Menu' board.
A spacious living area with a large window, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table.
A multi-story hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance area with seating, and a parking lot.

11. Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa
Sorrento Valley
United States
Khyla Chantelle
$118 nightly
$136 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa
A spacious lobby with a central reception desk, multiple seating areas, and hanging pendant lights.
A spacious lobby with a central round table, multiple seating areas, and a reception desk.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, a large flat-screen TV, and two potted plants.
A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, stone pillars, and large windows overlooking greenery.

12. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Del Mar

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Del Mar
Carmel Valley
United States
Randall
$141 nightly
$162 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Del Mar
A spacious hotel kitchen with marble countertops, wooden cabinets, and a central island.
A hotel room with a wooden desk, a sofa, a television, and a balcony with a view.
A hotel with a beige facade, "Homewood Suites" signage, and a covered entrance area with seating.
A swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees, with a multi-story building in the background.

13. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego-Del Mar

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego-Del Mar
Carmel Valley
United States
Shreerekha
$144 nightly
$165 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego-Del Mar
A pool area with a view of palm trees and a sunset.
A hotel with a prominent sign, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.
A breakfast bar with coffee machines, a waffle maker, and a fruit display.
A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and free weights.

14. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
South Beach
United States
Christine
$103 nightly
$116 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
An outdoor seating area with sofas, chairs, and tables, surrounded by a stone wall and string lights.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a large window with a view of a landscape.
A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a large window providing natural light.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a fireplace.

15. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
Vista
United States
Phu
$149 nightly
$164 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
A modern lobby with leather seating, a fireplace, and a large plant.
A hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a TV, and a framed picture on the wall.
A modern Hyatt Place hotel with a glass entrance and palm trees in the foreground.
A Hyatt Place hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a brick facade.

16. Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad

Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad
Vista
United States
Jonathan
$110 nightly
$121 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad
A Courtyard Marriott outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a fire feature, and stone accents.
A landscaped garden with a pond, walking paths, and a building in the background.
A modern lounge area with blue sofas, glass coffee tables, and a pool view.
A modern hotel with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

17. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
Rancho Bernardo
United States
Isabel
$143 nightly
$163 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
A heated outdoor pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with multiple balconies.
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area.
A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a comfortable sofa, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and artwork on the walls.
A hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a TV, and a dresser.

18. The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
Downtown Encinitas
United States
Antonio
$149 nightly
$162 total
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Total with taxes and fees
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
A large outdoor swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge areas, with a central fountain and multiple levels of terraces.
A bar with multiple TVs, a variety of liquor bottles, and several bar stools.
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, surrounded by a landscaped area with palm trees and a view of the mountains.
An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a fire feature, and palm trees.

19. Harrah's Resort Southern California Hotel & Casino - A Caesars Rewards Destination

Harrah's Resort Southern California Hotel & Casino - A Caesars Rewards Destination
Funner
United States
Erin
$123 nightly
$133 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Harrah's Resort Southern California Hotel & Casino - A Caesars Rewards Destination
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.
A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a large bathtub, and a wall-mounted sink.
A golf course with a clubhouse, palm trees, and a mountain in the background.
A hotel room with a bed, two chairs, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with a view of trees.

20. Pala Mesa Golf Resort

Pala Mesa Golf Resort
Fallbrook
United States
Daniel
$150 nightly
$162 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
Pala Mesa Golf Resort
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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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Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa

Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa

10/10 Excellent
"Great staff, clean rooms. Breakfast was a little below average. The fruit was also not super fresh, but there was a solid amount of variety. The back patio area is always nice to relax at the end of the day."
Gabrielle 2-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Sorrento Mesa
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

10/10 Excellent
"The roadside sounds was too much"
Shaikh Nazrul 3-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
Signature Temecula

Signature Temecula

10/10 Excellent
"Quiet. Nice folks. Easy walk downtown. Great value."
christopher 1-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Signature Temecula
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

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

10/10 Excellent
"Staff very helpful and friendly"
Mac 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA

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Three Star Hotel Guide for San Marcos

There’s a reason the top 3 star hotels in San Marcos, California are so incredibly popular: They combine comforting amenities and just-for-you service with some of the best rates and discounts the area has to offer. When you book a stay at a three star hotel in San Marcos, you’ll get access to perfect little perks like on-site restaurants and cocktail bars, well-appointed fitness centers, and spacious rooms.

Search for a cheap deal on a 3 star upscale hotel in San Marcos for the most elegant experience, or grab a low rate on one of the cheap 3 star hotels in San Marcos near the local attractions, if you want something a touch more unassuming. Whatever your traveling style, make sure to use the search tools at Expedia to track down prices, read more about amenities, and score a few local discounts.

From business trips to family getaways, the San Marcos 3 star hotels offer a fantastic home base for any type of vacation.

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What are the best 3-star hotels in San Marcos?
Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos, around 3 mi west of downtown San Marcos, is an Expedia guest favorite. Premium bedding and a firepit are among its many conveniences. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad is another 3-star hotel recommended by travelers. It offers a firepit and hypo-allergenic bedding, and is approximately 6 mi west of the city center.
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in San Marcos?
Relaxation is easy in 3-star hotels in San Marcos. In addition to cozy surroundings, these more economical lodgings come with an array of welcome amenities like WiFi, coffee maker and gym facilities. A 4-star hotel offers a classier ambience with superior features such as a wellness center, swimming pool and more spacious rooms. Regardless of your hotel style or what you want to spend, Expedia has the right option for you.

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