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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, 20 km from San Diego Zoo Safari Park, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego North/San Marcos provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor...

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8.9
Fabulous
289 reviews
Price from
ISK 20,531
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
205 reviews
Price from
ISK 19,484
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, 20 km from San Diego Zoo Safari Park, Extended Stay America Premier Suites - San Diego - San Marcos provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

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7.9
Good
87 reviews
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ISK 18,600
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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8.2
Very good
123 reviews
Price from
ISK 25,232
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
353 reviews
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ISK 11,570
per night

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

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

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

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9.3
Superb
664 reviews
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ISK 21,297
per night

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  • Hampton Inn Carlsbad North San Diego County
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,391 reviews

    This Carlsbad hotel is within a 10-minute drive of Legoland theme park. The completely non-smoking 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
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 295 reviews

    Situated in Carlsbad, within 29 km of Torrey Pines State Reserve and 32 km of San Diego Zoo Safari Park, Home2 Suites By Hilton Carlsbad, Ca features accommodation with a fitness centre and free WiFi...

    Fitness center, free coffee, clean rooms, nice staff

  • Hyatt Place San Diego-Vista/Carlsbad
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 485 reviews

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

    Exceptionally clean, modern and super comfortable bed.

  • Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 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 4.8 km away.

    The location good parking the room was very conphy

  • Staybridge Suites Carlsbad/San Diego, an IHG Hotel
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 324 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.

    the location was nice and quiet, and close to everything!

  • TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad / Vista
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 109 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 centre, 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
     · 215 reviews

    This California hotel is 13 km from the Carlsbad State Beach and 9 km 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
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 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

  • 6.3
    Scored 6.3
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 876 reviews

    LEGOLAND California is 15 minutes’ 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
     · 442 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 situated in Escondido, 12 km from San Diego Zoo Safari Park and 40 km from Torrey Pines State Reserve. With a casino, the 2-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

    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
     · 35 reviews

    Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, Quality Inn Escondido Downtown is 10 km 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.

  • Residence Inn San Diego Carlsbad
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 39 reviews

    Just 10 minutes’ drive away from LegoLand, this Carlsbad hotel offers spacious suites with fully-equipped kitchens and free Wi-Fi. A hot breakfast buffet is provided daily.

    Nice breakfast for a grab and go..Staff was super helpful. We will come again

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