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Our top choices for San Marcos motels

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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, (1,020 reviews)
"The room was clean and the location was close to where we needed to go."
United States
R
$75 nightly
The price is $83
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Total with taxes and fees
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

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, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room, comfortable beds, excellent breakfast that included hot breakfast options, free parking, clean pool and fridge and microwave in room. Conveniently located within walking distance to restaurants and grocery stores. Friendly and helpful staff! Great stay!!"
United States
Lisa Ann
$117 nightly
The price is $129
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
Economy Single Room, 1 King Bed

3. Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,068 reviews)
"Easy check in and parking which is good ."
United States
Zenia
$68 nightly
The price is $75
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Total with taxes and fees
Motel Mediteran Escondido
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4. Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (449 reviews)
"Will be staying here again!"
United States
Angelica
$68 nightly
The price is $74
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
Escondido Lodge
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

5. Vista Inn Motel

Vista Inn Motel
2.0 star property
Vista
6.0 out of 10, (682 reviews)
"One of the worst places I’ve ever stayed at"
United States
Julio
$72 nightly
The price is $79
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Total with taxes and fees
Vista Inn Motel
Room

6. Motel 6 Escondido, CA

Motel 6 Escondido, CA
2.0 star property
Central Escondido
6.8 out of 10, (1,004 reviews)
"Nice, safe and affordable"
United States
Antonio
$84 nightly
The price is $93
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Total with taxes and fees
Motel 6 Escondido, CA
Exterior

7. 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
$99 nightly
The price is $109
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Total with taxes and fees
Hacienda Motel
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8. Franciscan Inn

Franciscan Inn
2.0 star property
Vista
6.6 out of 10, (660 reviews)
"Super affordable, comfortable and the staff was super polite and helpful"
United States
Emma
$84 nightly
The price is $92
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Total with taxes and fees
Franciscan Inn
Lobby

9. 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, (1,329 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
Helli
$104 nightly
The price is $114
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
Days Inn by Wyndham Encinitas Moonlight Beach
Beach/ocean view

10. Moonlight Beach Motel

Moonlight Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Encinitas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (641 reviews)
"A well appointed and clean motel with great access to the beach."
United States
melissa
$177 nightly
The price is $194
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Total with taxes and fees
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, (1,008 reviews)
"Location and good for an overnight stay."
United States
Jorge
$63 nightly
The price is $70
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Total with taxes and fees
Scandia Motel
Exterior

12. Fallbrook Country Inn

Fallbrook Country Inn
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.4 out of 10, (1,007 reviews)
"Comfy Room. Staff was very friendly. I would stay again."
United States
Nanci
$60 nightly
The price is $65
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Total with taxes and fees
Fallbrook Country Inn
Exterior

13. Ramona Valley Inn

Ramona Valley Inn
2.0 star property
Ramona
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,007 reviews)
"Really calmly hotel"
United States
William
$68 nightly
The price is $74
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Total with taxes and fees
Ramona Valley Inn
Pool

14. Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown

Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown
2.0 star property
Fallbrook
6.8 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"Friendly and polite staff"
United States
Carlos
$58 nightly
The price is $62
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
Rodeway Inn Fallbrook Downtown
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

15. Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown

Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
2.0 star property
Townsite
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (873 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
$100 nightly
The price is $113
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Total with taxes and fees
Super 8 by Wyndham Oceanside Downtown
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16. Motel 6 Oceanside, CA

Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
2.0 star property
Lake
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,613 reviews)
"Great place to stay close to everything rooms are clean and beds are comfortable staff is very friendly and helpful"
United States
Jim
$73 nightly
The price is $82
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Total with taxes and fees
Motel 6 Oceanside, CA
Room, 1 King Bed

17. Escondido Inn

Escondido Inn
2.5 star property
Central Escondido
7.8 out of 10, Good, (176 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Brian
$408 nightly
The price is $449
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
Escondido Inn
Outdoor pool

18. Rancho California Inn

Rancho California Inn
2.0 star property
Old Town Temecula
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,005 reviews)
"Great clean stay."
United States
Branden
$61 nightly
The price is $68
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Total with taxes and fees
Rancho California Inn
Exterior

19. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
2.5 star property
Olde Carlsbad
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,008 reviews)
"Perfect stay!"
United States
Darlene
$88 nightly
The price is $99
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
Room

20. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North
2.0 star property
Olde Carlsbad
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great and clean facilities"
United States
Amber Joy
$84 nightly
The price is $94
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Total with taxes and fees
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - North
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Top San Marcos Hotel Reviews

Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort

10/10 Excellent
"we love the Lakehouse and will be back soon."
JAMES 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Lakehouse Resort

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San Marcos Motels information

Number of reviews
13,380
Accommodation
35 Motels
Lowest Price
$62
Highest Price
$449

Frequently asked questions

What are the best San Marcos motels, based on reviews?
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos is a solid choice for travelers seeking a comfortable and budget-friendly stay, boasting an excellent 7.4 rating. Guests consistently rave about the inviting rooms, plush beds, and the excellent value for money, making it superb for those who appreciate quality without breaking the bank. The addition of air conditioning and a complimentary breakfast helps ensure a smooth start to your day, while the pool area offers a refreshing escape after a day of exploring.
What is the nightly rate for a motel in San Marcos?
You can find a great deal from $62 on San Marcos motels with Expedia. Typically, prices are higher during popular times – like weekends and holidays – while staying midweek is often cheaper. To find the best nightly rates on San Marcos motels, try to be flexible with travel dates, and sort search results by price from low to high.
Is it better to stay in a San Marcos motel or hotel?
Motels and Hotels have different perks. When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find free parking and an outdoor pool. Staying overnight at a motel, can be handy when requiring easy road access. You'll often have access to your room from outside, and directly from the parking lot. Hotels generally have room access from inside the building. Motels are also often less expensive than hotels. The word "motel" was coined in 1925 by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel in San Luis Obispo, California.

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