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

Hotel in San Marcos (0.8 miles from California State University San Marcos)

Located in San Marcos, 12 miles from San Diego Zoo Safari Park, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego North/San Marcos provides accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor...

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8.9
Excellent
292 reviews
Price from
$125
per night

Hampton Inn San Marcos

Hotel in San Marcos (0.5 miles from California State University San Marcos)

Located just off Route 78 in San Marcos, California, this hotel offers convenient amenities and services just minutes from attractions, recreational activities and theater performances.

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8.3
Very Good
204 reviews
Price from
$110
per night

Extended Stay America Premier Suites - San Diego - San Marcos

Hotel in San Marcos (1.1 miles from California State University San Marcos)

Located in San Marcos, 12 miles from San Diego Zoo Safari Park, Extended Stay America Premier Suites - San Diego - San Marcos provides accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

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8.1
Very Good
76 reviews
Price from
$110
per night

Residence Inn San Diego North/San Marcos

Hotel in San Marcos (2.1 miles from California State University San Marcos)

The San Marcos Residence Inn features an outdoor swimming pool and a patio with fire pit and grill. The Pacific Ocean waterfront is just 13 miles from the hotel.

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8.3
Very Good
122 reviews
Price from
$159
per night

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Hotel in San Marcos (1.1 miles from California State University San Marcos)

Conveniently located off Freeway 78, and a short drive from many of San Diego's major attractions, this San Marcos hotel provides guests with a variety of thoughtful amenities and comfortable...

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6.6
Review score
356 reviews
Price from
$78
per night

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

Hotel in Vista (3.7 miles from California State University San Marcos)

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad offers accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness center and a shared lounge.

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9.3
Wonderful
666 reviews
Price from
$145
per night

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  • Hampton Inn Carlsbad North San Diego County
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,419 reviews

    This Carlsbad hotel is within a 10-minute drive of Legoland theme park. The completely nonsmoking hotel offers a hot daily breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free Wi-Fi.

    Staff was very friendly. Breakfast was delicious.

  • Home2 Suites By Hilton Carlsbad, Ca
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 293 reviews

    Located in Carlsbad, within 18 miles of Torrey Pines State Reserve and 20 miles of San Diego Zoo Safari Park, Home2 Suites By Hilton Carlsbad, Ca has accommodations with a fitness center and free WiFi...

    Fitness center, free coffee, clean rooms, nice staff

  • SpringHill Suites by Marriott Escondido Downtown
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 283 reviews

    Located in Escondido, 7.4 miles from San Diego Zoo Safari Park, SpringHill Suites by Marriott Escondido Downtown has accommodations with free bikes, private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a...

    Clean and new every thing you need to stay at a hotel.

  • Hyatt Place San Diego-Vista/Carlsbad
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 490 reviews

    Located 13 minutes' drive to Legoland Resort and Carlsbad Beach, Hyatt Place San Diego features a year-round outdoor pool and sun terrace. Free private parking is available on site.

    Exceptionally clean, modern and super comfortable bed.

  • Staybridge Suites Carlsbad/San Diego, an IHG Hotel
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 327 reviews

    Offering an outdoor pool, Staybridge Suites Carlsbad/San Diego is located in Carlsbad. Free WiFi access is available. Each room here will provide you with a TV, a seating area and satellite channels.

    good location, clean, spacious, loved the kitchenette

  • TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad / Vista
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 111 reviews

    This Vista hotel is within a 20-minute drive of Carlsbad and 7 miles from Legoland. The hotel offers an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and provides full kitchens in every suite.

    Barbecue place was excellent. Great time with my family there

  • Homewood Suites by Hilton Carlsbad-North San Diego County
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 216 reviews

    This California hotel is 8.1 mi from the Carlsbad State Beach and 5.6 mi from Legoland California. It features an outdoor pool and a hot tub. All suites provide a kitchenette.

    Just the relaxation & the complimentary breakfast.

  • Park Hyatt Aviara
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 62 reviews

    Escape to Park Hyatt Aviara on the San Diego coast of Carlsbad, a AAA Five-Diamond luxury resort just minutes away from LEGOLAND® California, Carlsbad State Beach, and San Elijo Beach.

    Exceptional service and amenities. Highly recommended for families!

Budget hotels near California State University San Marcos

  • Motel 6-Oceanside, CA
    6.1
    Scored 6.1
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,088 reviews

    Located in Oceanside, California, this motel is 7.1 miles from Legoland. Guests can watch expanded cable TV in the rooms and the motel features an outdoor pool.

    the location is very good, shopping, restaurants, and the beach is near

  • La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego Vista
    6.3
    Scored 6.3
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 888 reviews

    LEGOLAND California is a 15 minute drive from this Carlsbad area hotel. Free breakfast is available and rooms feature a flat-screen cable TV.

    Really enjoyed the breakfast and bed was very comfortable

  • Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Escondido Downtown
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 450 reviews

    Located off Interstate 15, this Escondido hotel offers an outdoor pool and hot tub and serves a daily continental breakfast. All rooms include free Wi-Fi.

    I like the location and the staff there is amazing!

  • Suites Escondido CA
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 45 reviews

    Suites Escondido CA is located in Escondido, 7.6 miles from San Diego Zoo Safari Park and 25 miles from Torrey Pines State Reserve.

    Super clean large room. Had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Close to many restaurants and the highway. The desk staff was very nice and accommodating.

  • Quality Inn Escondido Downtown
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 24 reviews

    Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, Quality Inn Escondido Downtown is 6.2 mi from San Diego Zoo Safari Park.

    Being practically right off the freeway made this hotel an easy choice.

  • Rodeway Inn Escondido Downtown
    4.9
    Scored 4.9
    Disappointing
    Rated disappointing
     · 49 reviews

    Welcome to the Rodeway Inn hotel, conveniently located in southern California, one of the closest hotels to the San Diego Zoo's Wild Animal Park.

    Beds were comfortable and good location friendly staff would stay again.

  • Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 345 reviews

    Offering an outdoor pool, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad serves a daily free hot breakfast and offers rooms with free WiFi. LEGOLAND California is 3 mi away.

    The location good parking the room was very conphy

  • Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 254 reviews

    Featuring an outdoor pool and hot tub, this hotel is 4 miles away from LEGOLAND California. It offers an on-site restaurant and rooms with free Wi-Fi. Free guest parking is available.

    Courtious staff . Close to restaurants. Clean room

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