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Our top choices for Lake San Marcos resorts

Terrace/patio

1. Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort
4.0 star property
Lake San Marcos
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,782 reviews)
"Awesome stay"
United States
Guibin
The price is ￥19,922
￥26,724 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Lakehouse Resort
Outdoor pool, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas

2. Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
4.5 star property
South Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,012 reviews)
"Wonderful property and location!"
United States
Gina
The price is ￥24,692
￥34,105 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
8 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)

3. Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad
4.0 star property
La Costa
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"We loved our stay!"
United States
Carrie
The price is ￥46,709
￥62,787 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad
2 outdoor pools, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas

4. Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa

Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa
5.0 star property
Aviara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"The family had a blast. Beautiful property with an awesome pool area for the kids!"
United States
Daniel
The price is ￥68,645
￥89,760 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

5. Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort

Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort
5.0 star property
Encinitas
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (286 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel clean and nice staff friendly and attentive"
Mexico
Jose Oscar Armando Angulo
The price is ￥74,991
￥92,092 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort
Couples treatment rooms, steam room, body treatments, aromatherapy

6. Rancho Bernardo Inn

Rancho Bernardo Inn
4.0 star property
Rancho Bernardo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,009 reviews)
"very kind staff and nice view room and very delicious food ."
United States
Sangjik
The price is ￥33,327
￥45,313 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Rancho Bernardo Inn
Outdoor pool, cabanas (surcharge), sun loungers

7. Harrah's Resort Southern California Hotel & Casino - A Caesars Rewards Destination

Harrah's Resort Southern California Hotel & Casino - A Caesars Rewards Destination
3.5 star property
Funner
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,157 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay."
United States
Veronica
The price is ￥21,531
￥23,792 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Harrah's Resort Southern California Hotel & Casino - A Caesars Rewards Destination
A heated pool

8. Luxury 2BR/ 2BA Villa at La Costa Resort / Pool, Spa & Golf

Luxury 2BR/ 2BA Villa at La Costa Resort / Pool, Spa & Golf
La Costa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Thank you for a wonderful stay. Rooms were clean, easy check in, great communication. "
United States
Bryan Y.
The price is ￥100,041
￥162,464 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Luxury 2BR/ 2BA Villa at La Costa Resort / Pool, Spa & Golf
Fitness facility

9. Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa

Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa
5.0 star property
Rancho Santa Fe
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (148 reviews)
"It was a perfect get away for our anniversary!"
United States
Sam
The price is ￥175,016
￥202,258 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa
Exterior

10. Hilton San Diego/Del Mar

Hilton San Diego/Del Mar
4.0 star property
Del Mar Heights
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice location"
United States
John
The price is ￥24,230
￥27,562 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Hilton San Diego/Del Mar
Outdoor pool, cabanas (surcharge), sun loungers

11. Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines

Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines
4.0 star property
Torrey Pines
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,023 reviews)
"Love the location and room was clean. Also the breakfast was very good. Would stay again for sure."
United States
Sandell
The price is ￥30,457
￥41,430 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines
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Top Lake San Marcos Hotel Reviews

La Jolla Shores Hotel

La Jolla Shores Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Location is the best! The umbrella and chair service on the beach is worth everything. In Hawaii, you can pay up to $25/day just for a chair at many resorts. Love The Shires Restaurant."
Randy 4-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
La Jolla Shores Hotel

Find out more about Lake San Marcos

Lake San Marcos Resorts information

Number of reviews
1,308
Accommodation
105 Resorts
Lowest Price
￥23,792
Highest Price
￥202,258

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a resort vacation in Lake San Marcos?
You deserve to get away, and a resort is just the place to indulge in all the services and amenities you need for a relaxing stay in Lake San Marcos. One of the comfortable resort hotels in the surrounding area might be just what you're searching for, whether you're hoping for great restaurants on site, a state-of-the-art fitness center, or nightly entertainment options.
What's a favorite resort for my stay in Lake San Marcos?
Our top-rated resorts around Lake San Marcos: Lakehouse Resort - Golf resort. 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Lake San Marcos. Features 2 outdoor pools, a golf course, and a marina. Popular for its pool. Harrah's Resort Southern California Hotel & Casino - A Caesars Rewards Destination - Spa resort right by Harrah's Resort Southern California. 17.6 mi (28.3 km) from Lake San Marcos. Has 7 restaurants, 4 bars, and a lazy river. Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad - Family-friendly resort. 4 mi (6.5 km) from Lake San Marcos. Popular for its pool. Enjoy the 8 outdoor pools, 4 restaurants, and 4 poolside bars. Rancho Bernardo Inn - Luxury resort. 10.5 mi (16.9 km) from Lake San Marcos. Amenities include 3 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants, and a golf course. Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines - Golf resort, 5-minute walk from Torrey Pines Golf Course. 15.6 mi (25.2 km) from Lake San Marcos. Highly rated for its great location. Access to a fitness center, a terrace, and pool loungers.
What can I do in Lake San Marcos?
Travelers say that Lake San Marcos has good opportunities for shopping, golfing, and other activities. Avid golfers like to bring their clubs to The Links at Lakehouse, while LEGOLAND® California is one of the most popular places to visit nearby. In the area, other attractions include San Diego Zoo Safari Park and Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park.
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.
What's the best way to get to and around Lake San Marcos?
Fly into Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar), which is located 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from the city center. Otherwise, look for flights into San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is 22.1 mi (35.6 km) away. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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