San Marcos, CA

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California State San Marcos, California, USA. This is a 4 image aerial panoramic.
Lake San Marcos, San Marcos, California, USA. This is an aerial 8 image panoramic. San Marcos is in North County San Diego.
Telescope on the summit of the Double Peak Park in San Marcos. 200 acre park featuring a play area and hiking trails that lead to a summit.
Aerial view of San Marcos neighborhood with houses and street during sunny day, California, USA.
Aerial view of San Marcos neighborhood with houses and street during sunny day, California, USA.

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
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
$141 nightly
The price is $153 total per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
$153 total
Apr 19 - Apr 20
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! (1,659 reviews)
We found this place after issues with our original booking and were pleasantly surprised

Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

4 out of 5
11915 El Camino Real San Diego CA
$144 nightly
The price is $164 total per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
$164 total
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,179 reviews)
Pool was great!

Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
Hilton San Diego/Del Mar

Hilton San Diego/Del Mar

4 out of 5
15575 Jimmy Durante Blvd Del Mar CA
$188 nightly
The price is $214 total per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
$214 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly resort in Del Mar. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Very welcoming rooms were very clean & beds were amazing

Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026

Hilton San Diego/Del Mar
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 condo in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,671 reviews)
The room just felt a little rundown rust on everything. I know it’s an older beach resort, but it could be a little better taken care of for the money. this afternoon originally find my reservation and had to input everything manually

Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
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
50' Ocean Front + 5 Outdoor Spaces + Dogs OK + AC

50' Ocean Front + 5 Outdoor Spaces + Dogs OK + AC

Encinitas CA
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Encinitas. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® California and Flower ...
10/10 Exceptional! (51 reviews)
The perfect place to relax and enjoy the ocean in a peaceful and quiet neighborhood

Reviewed on Dec 15, 2025

50' Ocean Front + 5 Outdoor Spaces + Dogs OK + AC
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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