A modern urban area with a central roundabout, surrounded by multi-story buildings, green spaces, and a hilly landscape in the background.

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Our top choices for San Marcos vacation rentals

A trailer with a covered deck area featuring wicker furniture and a small table.

1. Vintage Airstream Trailer in the Hills of San Marcos!

Vintage Airstream Trailer in the Hills of San Marcos!
San Marcos
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (42 reviews)
"A great weekend getaway!"
United States
Trevor N.
The price is ￥22,648
￥36,803 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Vintage Airstream Trailer in the Hills of San Marcos!
A person relaxing on a wooden chair at an outdoor table with a fire pit, holding a glass of wine, with a scenic view of hills and trees in the background.

2. Unique Adobe Sanctuary w/hot tub close to hiking trails & wineries

Unique Adobe Sanctuary w/hot tub close to hiking trails & wineries
San Marcos
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"It was everything and more, the host was super polite and everything was clean. The hot tub was to die for and I probably got the best sleep I did in a while!! Will come back again "
United States
Sofia C.
The price is ￥39,635
￥62,441 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Unique Adobe Sanctuary w/hot tub close to hiking trails & wineries
A stone-walled bathroom with a waterfall shower, potted plants, and a wooden bench.

3. Casa Grotto, 1 Bed Stone Cave Cottage, Panoramic Ocean View, Stone Shower, & Gym

Casa Grotto, 1 Bed Stone Cave Cottage, Panoramic Ocean View, Stone Shower, & Gym
Lake San Marcos
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"I would rent this property over and over again. My girlfriend and I had the best experience! The property is immaculate and the view is absolutely stunning. The grotto house is first class, and I highly recommend renting it."
United States
Bobby B.
The price is ￥51,116
￥63,069 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Casa Grotto, 1 Bed Stone Cave Cottage, Panoramic Ocean View, Stone Shower, & Gym
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a round table, and a view of a natural landscape.

4. Unique Boutique Airstream Spartan in a Lavender Oasis

Unique Boutique Airstream Spartan in a Lavender Oasis
San Marcos
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Boutique summarizes this trailer perfectly. It was charming and had so much attention paid to detail. Wonderful amenities, including a spa like bath house- a bath equipped better than most hotels. The covered patio area and deck were a great place to enjoy the view (lavender garden too) and relax. Even a fireplace to warm the chilly nights. What we appreciated so much was the lighting along the deck and around the trailer for both comfort and safety. The owner and manager were both very friendly...
United States
Deborah L.
The price is ￥22,224
￥37,952 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Unique Boutique Airstream Spartan in a Lavender Oasis
A spacious living room with a large sliding glass door leading to a patio, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

5. Lake San Marcos Gem. Walking Distance to Lake, Dining and Golf!

Lake San Marcos Gem. Walking Distance to Lake, Dining and Golf!
Lake San Marcos
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"Everything was great! Thanks for having us."
United States
Dan H.
Lake San Marcos Gem. Walking Distance to Lake, Dining and Golf!
A gravel path leading to a covered seating area with a swing chair and a table, surrounded by trees and a sunset in the background.

6. Stationary RV in No. San Diego County Working garden.mini farm vibe WiFi, view

Stationary RV in No. San Diego County Working garden.mini farm vibe WiFi, view
West Ridge
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (24 reviews)
"I had a delightful stay in the rv. The hosts are very responsive and helpful, and the property is lovely and creative. It was a perfect place to stay on my solo-trip. Highly recommend!"
United States
Anne D.
The price is ￥12,582
￥23,592 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Stationary RV in No. San Diego County Working garden.mini farm vibe WiFi, view
A spacious living area with a blue sofa, a glass coffee table, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

7. Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort

Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort
2.5 star property
Solana Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (388 reviews)
"Great location and very nice property!"
United States
Diane
The price is ￥30,423
￥34,378 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort
View from shower

8. Hilltop cabin with panoramic lake & mountain views

Hilltop cabin with panoramic lake & mountain views
Del Dios
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (56 reviews)
"I loved how unique and cute this stay was"
United States
Kayla
The price is ￥20,808
￥30,245 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Hilltop cabin with panoramic lake & mountain views
A swimming pool with a stone wall and a hot tub, surrounded by outdoor furniture and palm trees.

9. ⭐ Spacious Château Vista Heated Salt Pool Hot Tub 9 mi to Beach Family Fun!⭐

⭐ Spacious Château Vista Heated Salt Pool Hot Tub 9 mi to Beach Family Fun!⭐
Vista
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (41 reviews)
"We enjoyed our weekend at the Château. Everyone had a great time relaxing and using the amenities. The hosts were also very responsive throughout the weekend to check in and make sure we had what we needed."
United States
Ben L.
The price is ￥70,461
￥151,152 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
⭐ Spacious Château Vista Heated Salt Pool Hot Tub 9 mi to Beach Family Fun!⭐
A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, a built-in microwave, and a large island with a wooden countertop.

10. Sunrise Luxurious Master Room/Own Bath/Separated Entry/Vista

Sunrise Luxurious Master Room/Own Bath/Separated Entry/Vista
Vista
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"This was a great place to stay. The room was very clean and well kept. The owner was responsive and helpful. We would stay here again."
United States
Michael
The price is ￥11,286
￥25,127 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Sunrise Luxurious Master Room/Own Bath/Separated Entry/Vista
A resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.

11. Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
4.0 star property
Carlsbad Village
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,858 reviews)
"We’ve stayed here many times and it’s always excellent"
Canada
jerry
The price is ￥32,309
￥41,471 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
A beach with waves, a sandy shore, and a distant cityscape.

12. Beautiful Private Get-away, Casita/Studio

Beautiful Private Get-away, Casita/Studio
Vista
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (230 reviews)
"Nice property, great host who makes great banana bread. The off street parking was convenient."
United States
Unspecified U.
The price is ￥23,592
￥36,017 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Beautiful Private Get-away, Casita/Studio
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a flat-screen TV, and a mirror.

13. 1 Queen Bed | Mini Fridge

1 Queen Bed | Mini Fridge
Central Escondido
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (66 reviews)
"Everything about the stay was wonderful, highly recommend it!"
United States
Anonymous traveler
The price is ￥13,870
￥15,284 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
1 Queen Bed | Mini Fridge
A swimming pool with a reflection of a building with arched windows and a blue roof.

14. Spacious Paradise - Game room, Legoland, Hot Tub, Private Gym

Spacious Paradise - Game room, Legoland, Hot Tub, Private Gym
Vista
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (30 reviews)
"Host was very welcoming and thoughtful. Property exceeded expectations. We would most definitely stay here again. "
United States
david f.
The price is ￥24,650
￥95,825 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Spacious Paradise - Game room, Legoland, Hot Tub, Private Gym
A patio with a glass table and metal chairs, overlooking a landscape with trees and distant mountains.

15. California hidden gem, quiet and tranquil, peaceful with beautiful view

California hidden gem, quiet and tranquil, peaceful with beautiful view
Bonsall
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Always a pleasant experience, would return when back in the area!"
United States
Michelle Braunstein
The price is ￥14,942
￥28,311 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
California hidden gem, quiet and tranquil, peaceful with beautiful view
A luxurious pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a view of the mountains.

16. Private Villa with Infinity Pool and Game Room

Private Villa with Infinity Pool and Game Room
Hidden Meadows
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (43 reviews)
"Great place , beautiful views"
United States
jeff g.
The price is ￥68,260
￥182,087 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Private Villa with Infinity Pool and Game Room
A pathway leading to a white building with balconies, surrounded by palm trees and greenery.

17. A Slice of Paradise inside the Omni La Costa resort, Carlsbad! Villa 6534

A Slice of Paradise inside the Omni La Costa resort, Carlsbad! Villa 6534
La Costa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (31 reviews)
"Nice big resort."
United States
Wellington
The price is ￥42,466
￥80,150 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
A Slice of Paradise inside the Omni La Costa resort, Carlsbad! Villa 6534
An outdoor patio with a stone barbecue grill, red chairs, and a large potted plant.

18. Quiet Guest Home With Beautiful Views + Pool and jacuzzi!

Quiet Guest Home With Beautiful Views + Pool and jacuzzi!
Bonsall
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (116 reviews)
"We had a great stay! Enjoyed the property & host!"
United States
Christine M.
The price is ￥24,536
￥62,541 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Quiet Guest Home With Beautiful Views + Pool and jacuzzi!
A house with a covered porch, two chairs, a wooden door, and a small garden with a tree and flowers.

19. Private 2 bedroom apt in new craftsman ranch!

Private 2 bedroom apt in new craftsman ranch!
Escondido
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (27 reviews)
"It was a perfect layout for my mother who uses a walker…. One level, spacious rooms, no clutter; Easy access to enjoy front porch chairs. Parking was so convenient…less than 20 feet from front door. Beautiful place"
United States
Valerie
The price is ￥32,242
￥52,405 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Private 2 bedroom apt in new craftsman ranch!
A wooden deck with outdoor seating, a grill, and a view of the ocean at sunset.

20. The Marbella

The Marbella
3.5 star property
Townsite
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (149 reviews)
"Great location! Very clean and quiet! Great views! Affordable!"
United States
Irene A
The price is ￥26,461
￥49,688 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
The Marbella
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Frequently asked questions

Are there vacation rentals in San Marcos?

Yes, you can find vacation rentals where you'll be only 8.7 mi (13.9 km) from LEGOLAND® California, offering you a more remote option if you want peace and quiet. Visitors like the array of shops and scenic lakeside in San Marcos. While you're in the area, grab a bite or have a drink at the top-notch restaurants and breweries.

What are some of the best vacation rentals in San Marcos?

Aquamarine Villas: Visitors like this 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.

How many vacation rentals are there in San Marcos?

Expedia has 40 vacation rentals for your stay in San Marcos.

What’s there to see and do in San Marcos?

Montiel Dog Park and San Elijo Hills Dog Park are a couple of lovely local spots to get outside and enjoy nature. In the larger area, you’ll find popular places like LEGOLAND® California and San Diego Zoo Safari Park.

What’s a vacation rental in San Marcos like?

Vacation rentals are privately owned properties where you can stay for a couple of days or more in San Marcos. Vacation rentals feature extras such as laundry facilities and kitchens so you'll have everything you want. If you're concerned about cleanliness, a vacation rental can offer a sense of safety away from shared hotel elevators and busy front desks while still allowing you the excitement and enjoyment of travel. You'll also find more space in a vacation rental than in a traditional hotel, which makes a vacation rental a popular option for family trips or small group gatherings.