Places to stay in San Marcos, California

San Marcos is a suburb of San Diego in the North County section of San Diego County, California. Outside the San Diego region, it is best known as the home of California State University, San Marcos. The city is bordered by Escondido to the east, Encinitas to the Southwest, Carlsbad to the west, and Vista to the northwest. Places to eat in the region include Tacos Alex, Los Volcanes Restaurant & Taco Shop, The Original Mr Taco, and Mariscos La Baja.

If you are travelling in the area, San Marcos is located close to Flora Vista Elementary School, San Bernardo Valley, Crestview Elementary School, Bethel Assembly Christian Evangelistic Church and Discovery Community Park.

The center of San Marcos ( which is at is longitude -117°10'1.2 and latitude 33°8'36.6 ) is located 5 miles away from Escondido, 6 miles away from Vista and 8 miles away from Kit Carson.

Available San Marcos lodging

We currently have 11 accommodations in and around San Marcos.

San Marcos Hotels, Motels, Resorts, B&Bs and Extended Stay

Hotels

Hampton Inn

San Diego Gas and Electric will need to turn off the electricity for the hotel on Monday- April 25- from 11am-2pm for planned transformer replacement. Please contact us with any questions or concerns and thank you for your patience during this maintenance.

123 Carmel Street

San Marcos, California

Listing updated 2024

Extended Stay / Suites

Residence Inn

Residence Inn San Marcos offers spacious suites (studios, 1 & 2 bedrooms) with fully equipped kitchens for stays of all lengths. Conveniently located off Highway 78, just 3 miles from California State University San Marcos, our hotel places you near many dining options within a half-mile.

1245 Los Vallecitos Boulevard

San Marcos, California

Photograph of Extended Stay America Premier Suites, San Marcos

Listing updated 2024

Extended Stay / Suites

Extended Stay America Premier Suites

This extended stay hotel in San Marcos is the perfect location for extended stays, business travelers, vacation destinations, and those relocating to the area. Our STAY longer. Save more.

1480 Grand Avenue

San Marcos, California

Listing updated 2024

Hotels

Days Inn

Enjoy the California sun from our pet-friendly Days Inn San Marcos hotel near Legoland. Spend your days swimming in our refreshing outdoor pool, or visit popular attractions less than 25 minutes away..

517 San Marcos Boulevard

San Marcos, California

Listing updated 2024

Hotels

Hampton Inn

For relaxing hotels in San Marcos CA, book a spacious room at the Hampton Inn San Marcos. The hotel offers modern amenities and free hot breakfast and WiFi..

123 East Carmel Street

San Marcos, California

Hotels

Golden Door

Find yourself restored and rejuvenated with a week-long stay at the secluded sanctuary of the original Golden Door honored in 2010 with the crystal award for favorite spa in north america by readers of luxury spa finder.

777 Deer Springs Road

San Marcos, California

Hotels

Lake San Marcos Resort

Set your sights on Lake San Marcos Hotel and look no further. When you stay at the only hotel privileged to enjoy an address right on the lake, you ??ll be situated perfectly for rest, relaxation, and plenty of recreation.

1025 La Bonita Drive

San Marcos, California

Hotels

Fairfield Inn & Suites

Witness a seamless blend of classic service and innovative amenities at Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos.

227 West San Marcos Boulevard

San Marcos, California

Motels

San Marcos Motel

795 Grand Avenue

San Marcos, California

San Marcos Camping & RV, Cottages, Rentals and Lodges / Ranches

Campsite / RV Parks

Escondido RV Resort

Approx 5 miles away in Escondido:

Escondido RV Resort is a lushly landscaped, family and pet-friendly retreat that provides convenient access to San Diego County’s internationally famous tourist attractions as well as its many fine restaurants, shopping centers, golf courses and other urban amenities.

1740 Seven Oaks Road

Escondido, California

Campsite / RV Parks

Ivy Del RV Park & Sales

Approx 5 miles away in Escondido:

25235 North Centre City Parkway

Escondido, California

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Things to see and do, places to eat in San Marcos

Philly Franks Steaks

Philly Franks Steaks ( Dining / Steak ). Located at 151 South Rancho Santa Fe Road. What is the toughest thing to find in Southern California? A good Philly cheesesteak. Many eateries have tried to duplicate the taste of a true Philly cheesesteak, but few have come close. Until now! Philly Frank's in San Marcos brings the taste and authenticity of The City of Brotherly Love. Not only do you get the best tasting cheesesteaks and hoagies this side of the Schuylkill River, served on Amorosos Rolls, But Philly Frank's also provides extras like Herr's and Wise potato chips, Tastykakes and Esposito's Water Ice. The true flavors of Philadelphia that will put "Yo' back in your vocabulary. www.phillyfranks.com Link

Renamed properties

Days Inn at 517 San Marcos Boulevard may have been previously known as Ramada Limited