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

A gym with treadmills and elliptical machines, large windows, and outdoor seating with umbrellas.

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

1.3 km from California State University San Marcos

Paula

￥22,866

￥25,197 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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

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

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

A swimming pool area with a hot tub, outdoor seating, and a covered patio.

2. Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA

0.7 km from California State University San Marcos

Pedro

￥18,879

￥20,767 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a sign for Ramada.

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

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

3. Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

1.6 km from California State University San Marcos

Pamela

￥12,016

￥13,217 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

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

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

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

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a kitchen in the background.

4. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

5.9 km from California State University San Marcos

Jesse

￥21,572

￥23,771 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk with a lamp, and a view of a lake and mountains.

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

5. Lakehouse Resort

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

Tracy

￥19,227

￥26,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

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

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

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

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

6. Motel Mediteran Escondido

9.2 km from California State University San Marcos

Brendan

￥8,426

￥9,268 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

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

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

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple seating options, and a large window providing a view.

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

7. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Escondido Downtown

6.1 km from California State University San Marcos

Elizabeth

￥24,304

￥26,782 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A modern hotel exterior with a stone facade, large windows, and a reception area.

A modern hotel room with a pool table, a sofa, a small round table, and a television.

A spacious hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a stone accent wall, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large TV screen.

8. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos

3.3 km from California State University San Marcos

jason

￥21,428

￥23,613 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

A spacious living area with a sofa, dining tables, and a fireplace.

9. West Inn & Suites

16 km from California State University San Marcos

Anthony

￥19,414

￥25,368 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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.

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

A modern hotel lobby with a large seating area, a central table, and large windows with curtains.

10. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

10.7 km from California State University San Marcos

Christine

￥19,523

￥22,099 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A hotel with a central courtyard, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees in the background.

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, palm trees, and a pool area.

A modern bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, and sink.

11. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

5.6 km from California State University San Marcos

Lisa Ann

￥20,134

￥22,147 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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

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.

A compact living space with a dining area, kitchenette, and a large mirror.

12. TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Vista

7.9 km from California State University San Marcos

Santosh

￥20,953

￥23,049 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A modern lobby with leather seating, a fireplace, and a large plant.

A hotel lobby with a curved reception desk, seating area, and a large plant.

A modern Hyatt Place hotel with a glass entrance and palm trees in the foreground.

A hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a TV, and a framed picture on the wall.

13. Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad

8.1 km from California State University San Marcos

Brenda

￥18,855

￥20,778 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A hotel with a pool, palm trees, and a Best Western sign.

A spacious hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a central kitchen area, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

A modern office space with two desks, chairs, a computer, a printer, and a decorative wall.

A hotel courtyard with a hot tub, outdoor seating, and a pool.

14. Best Western Escondido Hotel

5.6 km from California State University San Marcos

Giuseppe

￥22,868

￥25,155 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, surrounded by chairs, under a pergola.

A hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, including tables and chairs, and a large screen displaying content.

A modern hotel with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

A modern lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a large screen TV.

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad

12.2 km from California State University San Marcos

Phuong

￥21,655

￥24,539 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large wall mural.

A modern dining area with a long table and bar stools, a vending machine, and a water dispenser.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a television, and a kitchen area.

16. Extended Stay America Premier Suites - San Diego - San Marcos

3.7 km from California State University San Marcos

Eliseo

￥18,534

￥20,412 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

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

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.

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

A modern lounge area with patterned sofas, round tables, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

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

15.7 km from California State University San Marcos

April

￥20,833

￥22,916 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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

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

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

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

18. Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad

11.7 km from California State University San Marcos

Catherine

￥28,869

￥32,390 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

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

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

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

19. Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

12.2 km from California State University San Marcos

cynthia

￥24,679

￥27,640 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a balcony with a view of the ocean.

20. Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel

18 km from California State University San Marcos

Jacquie

￥30,804

￥34,500 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

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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 1,003 reviews	View
Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA	8.6 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos	7.6 Good 1,006 reviews	View
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad	9.6 Exceptional 2,161 reviews	View
Lakehouse Resort	9.2 Wonderful 1,826 reviews	View

Top California State University San Marcos Hotel Reviews

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos

10/10 Excellent

"The breakfast was great"

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Escondido Downtown

8/10 Good

"This is for the breakfast review. They never disappoint with their options. They even have an omelet menu that you can take advantage of and they will cook it for you when you order. It's a great area and that's why people choose to stay here."

Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice experience and would definitely stay here again…only problem was the jacuzzi was not working and the was a big reason I booked this Hotel, but everything else was very good."

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"We had a great time at this hotel! The staff was very helpful and the location was great, plenty of food and shopping nearby! We enjoyed the pool our entire stay!!"

Casa Tranquila - Lovely 5-bedroom house, Mountain views in charming Escondido

10/10 Excellent

"Great hosts, very helpful and nice to communicate with. House has a nice layout, plenty of room for the family. And about 35 minutes from Legoland, the San Diego zoo and sea world. We had a great time and would rent again."

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."

Luxury Estate - Sleep 24 - Infinity Pool & Hot Tub

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent backyard space! Family friendly. So much for the kids to do!"

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

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful area and house. The house was a little older than I thought but still great to stay in. Plenty of rooms and space. Did not get to try the pool but the basketball/tennis court was great to have. The small towns nearby were great and had everything we needed in terms of eating and supplies. Best part was communication with staff. Leading up to stay there was plentiful communication and the concierge service was a great tool to have with set up and getting extra air mattresses for our stay.Check in was great as well; Kim was there and walked us through everything. Response time was excellent. There was an issue with water pressure that happened late in the evening but her response was quick and someone was there to check it out early in the morning which we appreciated.Was one of the better trip experiences because of the staff and quick communication between all involved. Lessened the stress of preparation and allowed me to focus on planning the trip without worrying about last minute surprises at the property. "

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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Lucky Strike San Marcos

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

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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 family-friendly 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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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 208 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 208 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. Motel Mediteran Escondido

7. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Escondido Downtown

8. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos

9. West Inn & Suites

10. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

11. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

12. TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Vista

13. Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad

14. Best Western Escondido Hotel

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad

16. Extended Stay America Premier Suites - San Diego - San Marcos

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

18. Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad

19. Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

20. Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel

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Top California State University San Marcos Hotel Reviews

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Escondido Downtown

Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

Casa Tranquila - Lovely 5-bedroom house, Mountain views in charming Escondido

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

Luxury Estate - Sleep 24 - Infinity Pool & Hot Tub

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

Other attractions near California State University San Marcos

Double Peak Park

Lucky Strike San Marcos

Regal Edwards San Marcos

Stone Brewing

Twin Oaks Golf Club

The Links at Lakehouse

The Executive Course at Lakehouse

Play by Play Sports Facility

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