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Terrace/patio
Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort

4.0 star property
San Marcos
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1303)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Nicola
Lakehouse Resort
8 outdoor pools, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

3.5 star property
Lawrence Welk Resort Village
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1534)
"Great place to stay, a lot of activities to do as well "
United States
Ana
The price is ￥19,318
￥27,187 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Extended Stay America Premier Suites - San Diego - San Marcos

Extended Stay America Premier Suites - San Diego - San Marcos

2.5 star property
San Marcos
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (709)
"It was nice staff was great thanks "
United States
kenneth
The price is ￥15,001
￥16,525 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Extended Stay America Premier Suites - San Diego - San Marcos
Exterior
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Escondido Downtown

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Escondido Downtown

3.0 star property
Central Escondido
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"This was a great stay in glad I came here "
United States
caden
The price is ￥21,550
￥23,747 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 17 - Dec 18
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Escondido Downtown
Executive Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, laptop workspace
Pala Mesa Golf Resort

Pala Mesa Golf Resort

3.5 star property
Fallbrook
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (725)
"the place was beautiful, clean and so roomy"
United States
Ann
Pala Mesa Golf Resort
Exterior
Ramada by Wyndham San Diego Poway Miramar

Ramada by Wyndham San Diego Poway Miramar

2.0 star property
Poway
7.0 out of 10, Good, (948)
"Nice hotel with the great service."
China
Xiaodong
The price is ￥11,336
￥12,470 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Ramada by Wyndham San Diego Poway Miramar
Economy Single Room, 2 Double Beds | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk
Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido

2.5 star property
Kit Carson
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"We had good stay! We’ve been multiple times and the rooms have been nice everytime ! "
United States
Taylor
The price is ￥9,603
￥10,563 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Motel Mediteran Escondido
Reception
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar

3.0 star property
Rancho Peñasquitos
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1086)
"Good hotel "
United States
Omar
The price is ￥12,442
￥14,301 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Diego - Miramar
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms

Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms

3.0 star property
Townsite
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1292)
"The hotel was very clean, short walk to restaurants and the beach, and the staff were all extremely friendly. We had a great stay and have no complaints!"
United States
Leonardo
The price is ￥15,760
￥18,072 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms
Courtyard
Leucadia Beach Inn

Leucadia Beach Inn

2.5 star property
Leucadia
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"We love this property. Love everything about Leucadia Beach Inn."
United States
Susie M
The price is ￥13,840
￥15,224 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Leucadia Beach Inn
Lobby sitting area
Quality Inn Escondido San Diego North County

Quality Inn Escondido San Diego North County

2.5 star property
Central Escondido
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1002)
"great stay, best value and definitely would consider on booking again "
United States
JUDE
The price is ￥12,580
￥13,838 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 16 - Dec 17
Quality Inn Escondido San Diego North County
Exterior
Best Western Escondido Hotel

Best Western Escondido Hotel

2.5 star property
North Broadway
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1003)
"Great staff, good breakfast "
United States
Danamarie
The price is ￥20,893
￥22,982 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Best Western Escondido Hotel
Reception
Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA

Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA

2.5 star property
San Marcos
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Great stay "
United States
Amy
The price is ￥16,701
￥18,371 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA
Reception
Best Western Oceanside Inn

Best Western Oceanside Inn

2.5 star property
Townsite
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Great hospitality "
United States
Jose
The price is ￥14,391
￥16,190 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Best Western Oceanside Inn
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Escondido Lodge

Escondido Lodge

2.5 star property
Kit Carson
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (250)
"The room was clean and modern, the price and distance was convenient."
United States
Jennifer
The price is ￥9,990
￥10,989 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Escondido Lodge
Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

3.0 star property
Rancho Bernardo
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Enjoyed our stop here on our way to San Diego "
United States
Eddie
The price is ￥19,727
￥22,478 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego - Rancho Bernardo
Meeting facility
Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

4.0 star property
South Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1004)
"Loved our stay here! The food poolside was so good & awesome Sunset views! "
United States
Tarah
The price is ￥22,995
￥25,956 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

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

2.5 star property
Escondido
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Extremely friendly staff, clean hotel, and love the breakfast buffet, great selection. "
United States
Mary
The price is ￥16,670
￥18,337 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
Exterior
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos

2.5 star property
San Marcos
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Clean & very nice staff. Nice location"
United States
Sydney
The price is ￥20,408
￥22,489 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 17 - Dec 18
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos
Terrace/patio
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

3.5 star property
Vista
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1923)
"The hotel was very clean, breakfast was good and hotel staff was friendly. I would definitely recommended to anyone staying in the area"
United States
Judith
The price is ￥18,851
￥20,773 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
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Stay near popular Lake San Marcos attractions

St. Mark Golf Club

4.3/5 (35 reviews)
Play a round of golf in Lake San Marcos at St. Mark Golf Club, 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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Learn more about Lake San Marcos

Paddle a kayak across the serene waters of Lake San Marcos, where fishing enthusiasts cast lines for bass and bluegill. Golf lovers can tee off at the St. Mark Golf Club, while nearby Carlsbad offers beautiful beaches and LEGOLAND for family adventures.

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Panoramic view of San Marcos community near the Lake San Marcos in San Diego, California

Top Lake San Marcos Hotel Reviews

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

10/10 Excellent
"I stayed here every time we would come down here when I was younger on family trips. Now I’m back years later with my boyfriend everything was Perfect and great service all around "
katherine 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla

More cheap stays in Lake San Marcos

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

750 Raintree Drive Carlsbad CA
The price is ￥8,573 per night from Dec 24 to Dec 25
￥8,573
￥9,602 total
Dec 24 - Dec 25
includes taxes & fees
6.8/10 (1,792 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place for a stay in Lake San Marcos?
Based on our traveler data, Lakehouse Resort is one of the top choices for your stay. This resort offers a marina and 2 outdoor pools. Other good options for your trip to the area are San Diego Marriott La Jolla and DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Lake San Marcos.
What are some of the best vacation rentals in Lake San Marcos?
Aquamarine Villas: Visitors like this Lake San Marcos vacation home rental. It is located near the beach and has an outdoor pool, a fireplace, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a dishwasher, a stovetop, and a microwave. It offers a balcony, a garden, and an arcade game room so you can immerse yourself in your vacation. See all vacation rentals in Lake San Marcos.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Lake San Marcos, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Lake San Marcos.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Lake San Marcos?
To access more information about changing or cancelling your trip to Lake San Marcos, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What's the best pet-friendly accommodation in Lake San Marcos?
Lakehouse Resort is a top dog-friendly resort, and offers 2 outdoor pools and 2 hot tubs for its human guests. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Lake San Marcos.
Where is the best hotel to stay near St. Mark Golf Club?
Adjacent to St. Mark Golf Club, Lakehouse Hotel and Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this 4-star resort offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Another good option is NEW! San Marcos Home w/ Pool Access: Walk to Lake!, located just 0.4 mi (0.7 km) away.
What's the best golf hotel in Lake San Marcos?
Lakehouse Resort is a top resort that has a golf course and features pillowtop beds. You can tee off at St. Mark Golf Club during your trip. See more golf hotels in Lake San Marcos.
What are some accommodations with pools in Lake San Marcos?
Lakehouse Resort is a top resort with 2 outdoor pools, 2 hot tubs, and 3 outdoor tennis courts. View all hotels with pools in Lake San Marcos.
What's the best accommodation near San Diego International Airport (SAN)?
Sheraton San Diego Hotel and Marina is a popular 4-star hotel featuring a marina and 3 outdoor pools. It's located a short 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from San Diego Intl. Airport. Other places to stay near the airport are  Hampton Inn & Suites San Diego Airport Liberty Station and Wyndham San Diego Bayside.
What's it like staying in Lake San Marcos?
Families will find kid-friendly activities in Lake San Marcos, and visitors give high marks for the lakeside setting and top-notch restaurants. Relaxing and welcoming, this city will delight tourists with its shopping, golf courses, and breweries. Top sights around the area include LEGOLAND® California and San Diego Zoo Safari Park. In Lake San Marcos, there are 10 hotels and other accommodations to choose from. Find out more about Lake San Marcos.
What is there to see in Lake San Marcos?
Boating is a great activity, and St. Mark Golf Club is one place to visit. Additionally, you'll find LEGOLAND® California and San Diego Zoo Safari Park in the area. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's Lake San Marcos guide.
What's the seasonal weather like in Lake San Marcos?
The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 71°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 55°F. Average annual precipitation for Lake San Marcos is 14 inches.

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