What are the best hotels in San Marcos?

147 reviews rated Extended Stay America Premier Suites - San Diego - San Marcos with an average score of 7.7/10. It may also be worth looking into the Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North/San Marcos, which received a rating of 8.2/10 from 279 reviews. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego North/San Marcos could also be a good option, with a score of 8.7/10 from 389 reviews.

What are some other cities to stay in when visiting California?

In addition to San Marcos, travelers opt to visit Los Angeles when visiting California. San Francisco is also a popular choice to visit.

How many hotels are there in San Marcos?

In total, there are 72 hotels to choose from in San Marcos, compared to 118,369 properties in California.

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What is the cheapest month to book a hotel in San Marcos?

The cheapest month to book a hotel in San Marcos is September ($151). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in San Marcos is July ($256).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hotel in San Marcos?

The cheapest day to stay in San Marcos is Sunday ($150). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is $237.

How far ahead should you book a hotel in San Marcos?

Save money by booking a hotel at least 41 days before your trip to San Marcos. The lowest price found when booking 41 days ahead was $71 per night.

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At the moment, these hotels offer the lowest nightly rate out of those we've come across in San Marcos. Prices will typically fluctuate depending on the dates selected, star rating of hotel, and hotel location.

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Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

517 West San Marcos Boulevard, San Marcos, CA, United States

0.6 mi from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

$96

Avg. per night

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Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North/San Marcos

1245 Los Vallecitos Boulevard, San Marcos, CA, United States

1.4 mi from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

$148

Avg. per night

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Hampton Inn San Marcos

123 East Carmel Street, San Marcos, CA, United States

0.6 mi from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

$149

Avg. per night

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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego North/San Marcos

227 West San Marcos Boulevard, San Marcos, CA, United States

0.2 mi from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

$158

Avg. per night

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Sunshine Mountain Bed and Breakfast

2278 Sunshine Mountain Road, San Marcos, CA, United States

3.0 mi from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Air Conditioning

$172

Avg. per night

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Hotel prices in San Marcos, CA

Some of the best options for booking a hotel in San Marcos categorized by hotel class. You'll also find the most popular and best value properties within each hotel class.

4 stars +

Sunshine Mountain Bed and Breakfast

2278 Sunshine Mountain Road, San Marcos, CA, United States

$172

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Hampton Inn San Marcos

123 East Carmel Street, San Marcos, CA, United States

$149

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Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North/San Marcos

1245 Los Vallecitos Boulevard, San Marcos, CA, United States

$148

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2 stars and under

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego North/San Marcos

227 West San Marcos Boulevard, San Marcos, CA, United States

$158

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Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

517 West San Marcos Boulevard, San Marcos, CA, United States

$96

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Hampton Inn San Marcos

123 East Carmel Street, San Marcos, CA, United States

0.6 mi from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

$149

Avg. per night

View Deal

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego North/San Marcos

227 West San Marcos Boulevard, San Marcos, CA, United States

0.2 mi from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

$158

Avg. per night

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Where to stay in San Marcos, CA

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What are the best hotels in San Marcos?
147 reviews rated Extended Stay America Premier Suites - San Diego - San Marcos with an average score of 7.7/10. It may also be worth looking into the Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North/San Marcos, which received a rating of 8.2/10 from 279 reviews. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego North/San Marcos could also be a good option, with a score of 8.7/10 from 389 reviews.
Are there any hotels in San Marcos close to San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar?
The closest hotel to San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar is Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North/San Marcos, which is located 1.4 mi away from the city center.
What are some other cities to stay in when visiting California?
In addition to San Marcos, travelers opt to visit Los Angeles when visiting California. San Francisco is also a popular choice to visit.
How many hotels are there in San Marcos?
In total, there are 72 hotels to choose from in San Marcos, compared to 118,369 properties in California.

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What is the cheapest month to book a hotel in San Marcos?

The cheapest month to book a hotel in San Marcos is September ($151). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in San Marcos is July ($256).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hotel in San Marcos?

The cheapest day to stay in San Marcos is Sunday ($150). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is $237.

How far ahead should you book a hotel in San Marcos?

Save money by booking a hotel at least 41 days before your trip to San Marcos. The lowest price found when booking 41 days ahead was $71 per night.

Cheapest hotels in San Marcos, CA

At the moment, these hotels offer the lowest nightly rate out of those we've come across in San Marcos. Prices will typically fluctuate depending on the dates selected, star rating of hotel, and hotel location.

Hotel prices in San Marcos, CA

Some of the best options for booking a hotel in San Marcos categorized by hotel class. You'll also find the most popular and best value properties within each hotel class.

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Other accommodations in San Marcos

Find the perfect hostel, theme hotel, or vacation rental for your stay in San Marcos, CA. There are 72 hotels in San Marcos, CA and price data was last updated on July 29, 2025. The average price for a stay in San Marcos, CA is $196/night.

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Use our HotelsCombined data-powered tips to help you find your next hotel in San Marcos.

What is the cheapest month to book a hotel in San Marcos?

The cheapest month to book a hotel in San Marcos is September ($151). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in San Marcos is July ($256).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hotel in San Marcos?

The cheapest day to stay in San Marcos is Sunday ($150). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is $237.

How far ahead should you book a hotel in San Marcos?

Save money by booking a hotel at least 41 days before your trip to San Marcos. The lowest price found when booking 41 days ahead was $71 per night.

Cheapest hotels in San Marcos, CA

At the moment, these hotels offer the lowest nightly rate out of those we've come across in San Marcos. Prices will typically fluctuate depending on the dates selected, star rating of hotel, and hotel location.

Hotel prices in San Marcos, CA

Some of the best options for booking a hotel in San Marcos categorized by hotel class. You'll also find the most popular and best value properties within each hotel class.

4 stars +

3 stars

2 stars and under

Other accommodations in San Marcos

Find the perfect hostel, theme hotel, or vacation rental for your stay in San Marcos, CA. There are 72 hotels in San Marcos, CA and price data was last updated on July 29, 2025. The average price for a stay in San Marcos, CA is $196/night.

Where to stay in San Marcos, CA

Explore different neighborhoods and areas within San Marcos to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on July 29, 2025.

Scroll through the map to find hotels close to the San Marcos neighborhood(s) you plan on visiting. As an added benefit, users can click a hotel they're interesting in to find helpful information and deals for that hotel.

Facts about staying in San Marcos, CA

Find useful tips and insights about staying in San Marcos to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on July 29, 2025.

What are the best hotels in San Marcos?

Are there any hotels in San Marcos close to San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar?

What are some other cities to stay in when visiting California?

How many hotels are there in San Marcos?

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