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An outdoor patio with a grill, dining area, and seating.

A pool area with lounge chairs, a pool, and a covered seating area.

A modern hotel lobby with a stone fireplace, a reception desk, and a blue seating area.

A Fairfield Inn & Suites Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a well-lit facade.

1. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos

1.3 km from California State University San Marcos

Paula

￥22,511

￥24,805 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on a brick wall, and framed pictures.

A lobby with a green sofa, two round tables, and striped chairs.

A hotel entrance with a glass door, potted plants, and a red carpet leading inside.

A stone-built outdoor seating area with a fire feature, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear sky.

2. Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA

0.7 km from California State University San Marcos

Pedro

￥19,901

￥21,891 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a sunset view, and a wooden floor.

A reception area with a counter, framed artwork, and a potted orchid.

A dining area with round tables and chairs, a kitchen area with cabinets, and a window with curtains.

A living room with a dark grey sofa, a patterned armchair, and a wooden coffee table. A framed picture hangs on the wall.

3. Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

1.6 km from California State University San Marcos

￥11,830

￥13,013 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

An outdoor seating area with sofas, chairs, and tables, surrounded by a stone wall and string lights.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a large window with a view of a landscape.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a large window providing natural light.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a fireplace.

4. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

5.9 km from California State University San Marcos

Shannon J

￥22,653

￥24,962 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

An outdoor seating area with chairs and a fire feature, overlooking a body of water and a distant mountain range.

A pool area with a view of a mountain and a town in the background.

A wedding aisle with white chairs and floral decorations leading to a decorated arch.

A spacious living area with a wooden table, a sofa, and a chair, overlooking a scenic view of a body of water and hills.

5. Lakehouse Resort

Lake San Marcos, 4.6 km from California State University San Marcos

Tracy

￥18,280

￥24,890 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a building with multiple windows and balconies.

A spacious lobby with a wooden staircase, a reception desk, and a large rug.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a desk, a chair, a TV, a mirror, and a wardrobe.

A hotel with a large entrance, a covered patio area, and a tower-like structure.

6. West Inn & Suites

16 km from California State University San Marcos

Juan

￥16,399

￥21,929 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a parking lot.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with 'Continental Inn' signage.

A hotel with a sign reading 'Continental Inn,' a parking lot, a swimming pool, and a mountain in the background.

A kitchen counter with six bowls containing various fruits.

7. Continental Inn San Diego Hotel Escondido

5.6 km from California State University San Marcos

Warren

￥19,766

￥21,743 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A swimming pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and safety signs.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chair, and a small table.

A hotel room with a wooden shelf unit, a door, and a wall with a circular pattern. There are two refrigerators with various food items and beverages.

8. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

10.7 km from California State University San Marcos

Christine

￥19,237

￥21,777 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, a fire feature, and a view of parked cars and palm trees.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a television mounted on the wall.

A reception area with a modern design, including a reception desk, a wall with a hexagonal pattern, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Springhill Suites by Marriott" and a parking area with cars.

9. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Escondido Downtown

6.1 km from California State University San Marcos

Elizabeth

￥22,531

￥24,829 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a painting of a coastal scene, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a building with balconies and a fence.

A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in TV, and a large window offering a view of the outside.

A motel with a swimming pool, multiple parking spaces, and a fenced construction area.

10. Motel Mediteran Escondido

9.2 km from California State University San Marcos

Zenia

￥11,320

￥12,452 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a window with curtains, and artwork on the wall.

An electric vehicle charging station on a sidewalk with a building and greenery in the background.

A modern dining area with tables and chairs, a kitchen area, and a chalkboard with motivational writing.

TownePlace Suites by Marriott with a parking lot and palm trees.

11. TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Vista

7.9 km from California State University San Marcos

Bianca

￥20,628

￥22,691 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

An outdoor seating area with modern furniture, a fire feature, and a building with large windows in the background.

A sandy beach with footprints and seagulls.

A spacious conference room with a large table, multiple chairs, and a sofa. There are ceiling lights, a television, and a kitchen area visible.

A Holiday Inn hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a flagpole.

12. Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

9.3 km from California State University San Marcos

Lizette

￥25,349

￥28,440 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and tables, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

A spacious lobby with a dining area, seating arrangements, and a large window providing natural light.

A poolside area with stone fire pit seating and lounge chairs.

A modern hotel lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and large windows providing natural light.

13. Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad

11.7 km from California State University San Marcos

Priyesh

￥29,261

￥32,829 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a blue umbrella, and a view of the ocean.

A living room with a fireplace, seating area, and a view of the kitchen.

A coastal road with palm trees and a beach in the background.

A spacious interior with a high ceiling, a skylight, and a modern open-plan layout with seating areas and a dining space.

14. Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel

18 km from California State University San Marcos

Cameron

￥25,576

￥28,645 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A brick pathway leading to a building with a covered entrance, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and trees.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and palm trees.

A spacious living room with a herringbone wood floor, wooden ceiling beams, and a large painting on the wall.

A restaurant with a long wooden table, green upholstered seating, and a patterned ceiling.

15. Inn At Rancho Santa Fe

13.1 km from California State University San Marcos

Robert

￥53,706

￥66,626 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A swimming pool with a clear blue edge, a metal ladder, and a stone wall in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with blinds.

A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a marble countertop, and a breakfast bar.

A reception desk with a wooden panel design and a digital kiosk, located in a modern hotel lobby with a large window and a welcome sign.

16. Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

15.7 km from California State University San Marcos

April

￥23,246

￥25,571 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

An outdoor patio area with turquoise chairs, a fire pit, and palm trees.

A modern hotel with a covered entrance, stone pillars, and a sign reading "Home2".

A swimming pool with a hot tub, surrounded by yellow chairs and palm trees, with a building in the background.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a fireplace, and a large chandelier.

17. Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

12.2 km from California State University San Marcos

cynthia

￥21,892

￥24,519 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A balcony with a view of the beach and ocean, featuring a sofa with cushions and a table with an umbrella.

A modern living room with a fireplace, large windows, and a view of the sea.

A seaside property with a balcony overlooking the ocean, featuring outdoor seating and a bicycle.

A balcony with a sofa, a pool, and a view of the ocean.

18. Beach Terrace

18.5 km from California State University San Marcos

ALI

￥35,851

￥48,172 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

Two wicker lounge chairs with striped cushions, a blue umbrella, and a small table with a decorative fountain between them.

A dining area with a table set for two, a television mounted on the wall, and a painting above the table.

A building with a hanging flower basket, outdoor seating, and potted plants.

19. Leucadia Beach Inn

15.1 km from California State University San Marcos

margaret

￥12,911

￥14,202 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A hammock in a room with wooden flooring and a dark wall.

A modern two-story building with a wooden facade, a garage, and a well-maintained garden with various plants and flowers.

A woman sitting in a teal hanging chair on a wooden deck with a view of trees and a building in the background.

20. Twelve Senses Retreat

15 km from California State University San Marcos

Jacklyn

￥56,779

￥62,772 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

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Compare popular hotels close to California State University San Marcos

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA	8.6 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos	7.6 Good 1,010 reviews	View
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad	9.6 Exceptional 2,165 reviews	View
Lakehouse Resort	9.2 Wonderful 1,867 reviews	View

Top California State University San Marcos Hotel Reviews

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos

10/10 Excellent

"This property is exceptional they even keep notes from previous bookings so they could remember you when you visit again. It was my kids birthday and they even gave him a toy and asked him about his plans for his birthday celebration my kid turned 6 and he's already asking when we will be staying there again. Breakfast is great and the staff is great. Will be booking this place from now on."

Best Western Escondido Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Thank you for a nice stay."

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos

10/10 Excellent

"Closed to freeway"

Two Estates w/ Pools, Hot Tub, Game Rooms, Views & Tennis Court Near Wineries

8/10 Good

"Overall it was a great stay and a very nice property. The rooms are big, the views spectacular, the kitchen(s) fully stocked with dishes, flatware and cookware for 40. Lots of spaces for people to hang out and easy walk from one property to the other (we rented both). The feeling is grand but a little worn, making it elegant but very comfortable. The one hiccup was with pool heating - be sure you know what the ambient temperature of the pool is before requesting (and paying for ) heating. Communication is also a bit of an issue - there's Bob, the owner (very responsive and helpful, but not really "on call"), the AvantStay representative (very responsive but limited in what she can do decision wise), the AvantStay 800 number (also easy to access, polite and courteous and eager to help, but don't make decisions - they pass it up "the chain" and get back to you) and the final level behind the curtain where the decisions are made and passed down but with whom the renter cannot communicate directly. We had several situations where this was not a problem - for example, the AC didn't work upstairs in one of the houses when we arrived and it was replaced the next morning. But when it came to heating the pool it led to miscommunication and a lot of frustration. Fortunately, they eventually understood and resolved the issue fully. with that one caveat, I would recommend the place totally."

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Escondido Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel is very clean. The bed is very comfortable. Breakfast had a good variety of items. They provided several options for kids as well. I would definitely stay here again."

Garden vibe stationary RV in No. San Diego County with WiFi, AC. TV. Views.

10/10 Excellent

"It was a very nice vibe and plenty of things to make a stay comfortable."

Luxury Estate - Sleep 24 - Infinity Pool & Hot Tub

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely outstanding property. You can’t beat that view! Host was very responsive and helpful!Plenty of pool and bath towels. All of the amenities were happily appreciated by the kids and adults. Highly recommend and we hope to visit again! You will not be disappointed."

Private Pool, Hot Tub & Valley Views Near Wineries | The Ranch by AvantStay

10/10 Excellent

"Great property for our party of 18. Kid friendly and the pool was exceptional."

Other attractions near California State University San Marcos

Double Peak Park

8.4/10 (48 reviews)

After visiting Double Peak Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Marcos. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or check out its lively breweries.

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Regal Edwards San Marcos

You can take time to visit Regal Edwards San Marcos during your travels to San Marcos. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this relaxing area.

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Stone Brewing

8.8/10 (127 reviews)

You can take time to visit Stone Brewing during your travels to Escondido. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Twin Oaks Golf Club

8.4/10 (60 reviews)

Play a round of golf in San Marcos at Twin Oaks Golf Club, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this family-friendly area.

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The Links at Lakehouse

8.6/10 (78 reviews)

Play a round of golf in Lake San Marcos at The Links at Lakehouse, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively breweries.

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The Executive Course at Lakehouse

8.4/10 (43 reviews)

Play a round of golf at The Executive Course at Lakehouse and enjoy other activities in San Marcos such as surfing. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

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Play by Play Sports Facility

After visiting Play by Play Sports Facility, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Escondido. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Play by Play

After visiting Play by Play, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Escondido. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around California State University San Marcos?

California State University San Marcos is located in a family-friendly area of San Marcos known for its lively breweries and array of dining options. You'll find 205 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay near California State University San Marcos?

Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from California State University San Marcos. Another good choice is Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos, located just 0.8 mi (1.3 km) away.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to California State University San Marcos?

Expedia has 205 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from California State University San Marcos.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near California State University San Marcos, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer near California State University San Marcos.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near California State University San Marcos?

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What can I see and do near California State University San Marcos?

You can check out the local talent at California Center For The Arts, Patio Playhouse, and Ritz Theater. Spend some time wandering around Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park, Montiel Dog Park, and San Elijo Hills Dog Park. Create some family memories at Center for the Performing Arts Escondido and California Fruit Wine.

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Our top choices for California State University San Marcos hotels

1. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos

2. Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA

3. Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

4. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

5. Lakehouse Resort

6. West Inn & Suites

7. Continental Inn San Diego Hotel Escondido

8. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

9. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Escondido Downtown

10. Motel Mediteran Escondido

11. TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Vista

12. Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

13. Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad

14. Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel

15. Inn At Rancho Santa Fe

16. Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

17. Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

18. Beach Terrace

19. Leucadia Beach Inn

20. Twelve Senses Retreat

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Top California State University San Marcos Hotel Reviews

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos

Best Western Escondido Hotel

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos

Two Estates w/ Pools, Hot Tub, Game Rooms, Views & Tennis Court Near Wineries

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Escondido Downtown

Garden vibe stationary RV in No. San Diego County with WiFi, AC. TV. Views.

Luxury Estate - Sleep 24 - Infinity Pool & Hot Tub

Private Pool, Hot Tub & Valley Views Near Wineries | The Ranch by AvantStay

Other attractions near California State University San Marcos

Double Peak Park

Regal Edwards San Marcos

Stone Brewing

Twin Oaks Golf Club

The Links at Lakehouse

The Executive Course at Lakehouse

Play by Play Sports Facility

Play by Play

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