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

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

1.9 km from Palomar College

Fessehai

￥21,219

￥23,382 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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

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

2. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos

0.8 km from Palomar College

jason

￥19,963

￥21,998 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

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

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.

3. Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA

2.4 km from Palomar College

Pedro

￥18,695

￥20,565 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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.

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

1.3 km from Palomar College

Alice

￥14,239

￥15,687 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

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

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

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

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

5. Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

1.5 km from Palomar College

Kweku

￥11,772

￥12,949 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

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

A modern living room with a fireplace, wooden ceiling beams, a sofa, and a dining area with checkered chairs.

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

6. Twelve Senses Retreat

15.1 km from Palomar College

Felipe

￥56,465

￥62,427 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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

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.

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

7. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

4.2 km from Palomar College

Jana

￥22,980

￥25,323 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A modern kitchen with a central island, pendant lighting, and a wall calendar.

A wooden wall with planters labeled "SUCCULENT LIBRARY" containing various succulents.

A modern living room with a wooden floor, a black leather sofa, a white table with chairs, and a wicker side table.

A corridor with wooden walls, a tiled floor, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

8. Inn at Moonlight Beach

15.1 km from Palomar College

Cesar

￥51,363

￥61,247 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A modern resort with a swimming pool, a covered outdoor area, and a sunset view.

A patio with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

A gated entrance with a stone sign, a white car parked inside, and a well-maintained garden with red flowers.

A spacious dining area with a long table set for multiple guests, a fireplace, and a view of the outdoors.

9. Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa

17.6 km from Palomar College

Sam

￥173,895

￥200,963 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

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

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

A poolside area with lounge chairs and palm trees.

A bar area with green upholstered bar stools, a marble countertop, and a fireplace.

10. Inn At Rancho Santa Fe

14.7 km from Palomar College

Traci

￥53,972

￥66,955 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

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

11. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

8.9 km from Palomar College

Christine

￥19,333

￥21,884 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

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

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.

12. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Escondido Downtown

9 km from Palomar College

Elizabeth

￥22,836

￥25,164 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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.

13. Beach Terrace

16 km from Palomar College

Beth

￥39,399

￥52,193 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

An outdoor patio area with wicker chairs, a round table, and a wooden fence.

A modern room with a mounted TV, wooden flooring, a checkered rug, and a wooden door.

A living room with a staircase, a flat-screen TV, a bookshelf, and a yellow cabinet.

A backyard with a wooden fence, a brick wall, and a small wooden deck.

14. The Green Room Hotel

16.5 km from Palomar College

Alison

￥25,597

￥28,797 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

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

15. Lakehouse Resort

Lake San Marcos, 3.7 km from Palomar College

Guibin

￥19,365

￥26,132 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A hotel room with a large TV, a desk, a sofa, a bed, and a view of a golf course.

A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a television, and a balcony with a view of a golf course.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a cabinet.

A modern reception area with glass doors, two black reception desks labeled 'COLDER,' a large potted plant, and a textured ceiling with a hanging light fixture.

16. Guesthouse Hotel at La Valle

17.9 km from Palomar College

Catherine

￥35,443

￥43,483 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

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

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

A building with a covered patio, palm trees, and a fountain.

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

17. Motel Mediteran Escondido

12.2 km from Palomar College

Brendan

￥12,095

￥13,305 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

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

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

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

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

18. West Inn & Suites

13.9 km from Palomar College

William

￥20,454

￥26,500 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

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

14.3 km from Palomar College

Kay

￥18,371

￥20,208 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A water park with multiple slides and a pool.

A spacious balcony with a view of a cityscape at sunset, furnished with wicker chairs and a table.

A spacious room with a modern chandelier, a large arched window, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern lounge area with a wooden ceiling, a large seating area with sofas and chairs, a large planter with a tree, and a wall-mounted plant.

20. Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa

10.9 km from Palomar College

Daniel

￥67,406

￥88,278 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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Compare popular hotels close to Palomar College

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos	9.4 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos	8.6 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA	8.6 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View
Extended Stay America Premier Suites - San Diego - San Marcos	8.4 Very Good 951 reviews	View
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos	7.6 Good 1,008 reviews	View

Top Palomar College Hotel Reviews

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent. Few minutes from the airport!!!!!"

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos

10/10 Excellent

"great location and friendly staff"

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

10/10 Excellent

"It was clean and the bed was comfortable. What else de we need."

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Vista

10/10 Excellent

"It’s a ghetto area hotels are clean. It’s just a very bad activity in the location. Other than that that’s a good cheap hotel prize a lot of activity outside going on not safe to take a family."

TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Vista

8/10 Good

"Reasonably priced hotel near Oceanside, Carlsbad and all of what San Diego has to offer. Clean quiet room with all the great amenities, with a kitchen and comfortable bed. I would have given 5 stars but the room has a very very very slight odor of old cigarettes. Other than that everything was wonderful."

Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA

8/10 Good

"Room was clean, staff very helpful"

Newly remodeled 2-bedroom in perfect location

10/10 Excellent

"This cute basement apartment was clean, cool and comfortable. The linens and towels were nice. The fridge was great with ice and water dispenser. Coffeemaker was a drip with a carafe and everything was provided to brew a pot, including coffe. We didn't end up cooking much, but the kitchen was fully outfitted. The host was easy to contact. Great place!"

Paradise Palms Retreat: Lux Vacay or Wedding! -- Welcome to Paradise!

10/10 Excellent

"The property exceeded our expectations. It was the perfect venue for our daughter’s wedding. The host communicated so well prior, during and after the visit to make sure all of our needs were met. Would definitely stay again!"

Luxury Estate - Sleep 24 - Infinity Pool & Hot Tub

10/10 Excellent

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

Other attractions near Palomar College

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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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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California Fruit Wine

7.4/10 (21 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to California Fruit Wine during your trip to Vista. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

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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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Craftsmanship Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Craftsmanship Museum during your trip to Carlsbad. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Palomar College?

Palomar College is located in a family-friendly area of San Marcos known for its lively breweries and surfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 8 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Palomar College?

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Palomar College. Other good choices within a short distance include Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos and Extended Stay America Premier Suites - San Diego - San Marcos.

How many hotels are there close to Palomar College?

Expedia has 8 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Palomar College.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Palomar College, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Palomar College.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Palomar College?

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What can I see and do near Palomar College?

You can check out the local talent at Moonlight Ampitheatre, Broadway Theatre, and Avo Playhouse. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park, Alta Vista Gardens, or San Elijo Hills Dog Park. Explore nature at Montiel Dog Park and Carlsbad Skatepark.

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Our top choices for Palomar College hotels

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

2. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos

3. Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA

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

5. Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

6. Twelve Senses Retreat

7. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

8. Inn at Moonlight Beach

9. Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa

10. Inn At Rancho Santa Fe

11. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

12. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Escondido Downtown

13. Beach Terrace

14. The Green Room Hotel

15. Lakehouse Resort

16. Guesthouse Hotel at La Valle

17. Motel Mediteran Escondido

18. West Inn & Suites

19. Leucadia Beach Inn

20. Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa

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Top Palomar College Hotel Reviews

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Vista

TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Vista

Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA

Newly remodeled 2-bedroom in perfect location

Paradise Palms Retreat: Lux Vacay or Wedding! -- Welcome to Paradise!

Luxury Estate - Sleep 24 - Infinity Pool & Hot Tub

Other attractions near Palomar College

Double Peak Park

Lucky Strike San Marcos

Regal Edwards San Marcos

Twin Oaks Golf Club

The Links at Lakehouse

California Fruit Wine

The Executive Course at Lakehouse

Craftsmanship Museum

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