San Marcos, CA

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California State San Marcos, California, USA. This is a 4 image aerial panoramic.
Golf course view panoramic San Marcos California
Afternoon view of Lake San Marcos in San Marcos, California, USA.
Lake San Marcos, San Marcos, California, USA. This is an aerial 8 image panoramic. San Marcos is in North County San Diego.
Sports court, village, lake and mountains, San Marcos la Laguna, Guatemala

Where to stay in San Marcos

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San Elijo Hills

While San Elijo Hills might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park and Stone Brewing.

San Elijo Hills
Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort

4 out of 5
1025 La Bonita Drive San Marcos CA
$164 nightly
The price is $177 total per night from May 21 to May 22
$177 total
May 21 - May 22
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this golf resort in San Marcos. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a marina. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,569 reviews)
"Check in staff was amazing! So welcoming and nice! Property was so cute! Rooms were nice and clean! Pool area was so nice and also had such friendly staff! Would definitely recommend to friends and stay here again!"

Reviewed on May 19, 2026

Lakehouse Resort
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

3.5 out of 5
8860 Lawrence Welk Dr Escondido CA
$204 nightly
The price is $221 total per night from Jun 3 to Jun 4
$221 total
Jun 3 - Jun 4
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Escondido. Enjoy free parking, 8 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the clean rooms in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,830 reviews)
"Awesome place"

Reviewed on May 19, 2026

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
California Suites Hotel

California Suites Hotel

2 out of 5
5415 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego CA
$91 nightly
The price is $105 total per night from Jun 1 to Jun 2
$105 total
Jun 1 - Jun 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,555 reviews)
"The staff is kind and attentive. The property is conveniently located to a variety of destinations. The room was clean and the water had great pressure. The property has a pool. They also offered free beverages, which is a nice touch. There are numerous rooms at this two-story property. Nice outdoor ..."

Reviewed on May 20, 2026

California Suites Hotel
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.
Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort

4 out of 5
3075 Carlsbad Blvd Carlsbad CA
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,746 reviews)
"Thank you! Great proximity to the beach."

Reviewed on May 18, 2026

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
The Marbella

The Marbella

3.5 out of 5
308 S The Strand Oceanside CA
Book a stay at this beach condo in Oceanside. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® California and Oceanside Beach are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (128 reviews)
"I wish we could choose the floor we wanted to be on. Theres no way to choose our rooms. We are 4 elderly ladies and could have used the extra room to have had moved around in. But overall we did have a great time at this location. Some rooms get garage parking while othets get street parking. Parking ..."

Reviewed on May 12, 2026

The Marbella
Modern Beachfront Cottage

Modern Beachfront Cottage

Oceanside CA
Book a stay at this beach cottage in Oceanside. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a garden. Popular attractions Oceanside Beach and Carlsbad State Beach are ...
7.6/10 Good! (4 reviews)
"Loved the location! And, it was a cozy place.Negatives:-Cleaning product smell on arrival was strong-Needed more instructions on working the keypad. Without a neighbor we would have been stuck. -Shower soap, condition and shampoo smelled nasty. Couldn’t use. -Would have been nice to have one chair ..."

Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026

Modern Beachfront Cottage
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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