What are the best hotels in San Marcos?

One of the most popular hotels in San Marcos is Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North/San Marcos, which has been reviewed by 285 users and currently has a rating of 8.3/10. Other top-rated locations include Hampton Inn San Marcos and Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos, which have received 7.7/10 and 7.1/10 ratings from our users, respectively.

What are some other cities to stay in when visiting California?

In addition to San Marcos, travellers opt to visit Los Angeles when visiting California. San Francisco is also a popular choice to visit.

How many hotels are there in San Marcos?

In total, there are 49 hotels to choose from in San Marcos, compared to 88,472 properties in California.

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What is the cheapest month to book a hotel in San Marcos?

The cheapest month to book a hotel in San Marcos is January (C$ 193). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in San Marcos is July (C$ 388).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hotel in San Marcos?

The cheapest day to stay in San Marcos is Sunday (C$ 195). On the other hand, travellers can expect to pay the most on Monday, when the average nightly price is C$ 332.

How far ahead should you book a hotel in San Marcos?

Save money by booking a hotel at least 76 days before your trip to San Marcos. The lowest price found when booking 76 days ahead was C$ 147 per night.

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These San Marcos properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. Prices can differ depending on the dates selected, so use the search form to browse more options if you have flexibility.

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Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

517 West San Marcos Boulevard, San Marcos, CA, United States

0.9 km from city centre

Parking

C$ 112

Avg. per night

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Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North/San Marcos

1245 Los Vallecitos Boulevard, San Marcos, CA, United States

2.2 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

C$ 207

Avg. per night

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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego North/San Marcos

227 West San Marcos Boulevard, San Marcos, CA, United States

0.3 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

C$ 220

Avg. per night

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Hampton Inn San Marcos

123 East Carmel Street, San Marcos, CA, United States

0.9 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

C$ 220

Avg. per night

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An overview of the average price of hotels by hotel class in the San Marcos. We've highlighted the most popular properties according to our users as well as the best value within each hotel class.

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Hampton Inn San Marcos

123 East Carmel Street, San Marcos, CA, United States

C$ 220

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Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North/San Marcos

1245 Los Vallecitos Boulevard, San Marcos, CA, United States

C$ 207

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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego North/San Marcos

227 West San Marcos Boulevard, San Marcos, CA, United States

C$ 220

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Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

517 West San Marcos Boulevard, San Marcos, CA, United States

C$ 112

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Hampton Inn San Marcos

123 East Carmel Street, San Marcos, CA, United States

0.9 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

C$ 220

Avg. per night

View deal

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego North/San Marcos

227 West San Marcos Boulevard, San Marcos, CA, United States

0.3 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

C$ 220

Avg. per night

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What are the best hotels in San Marcos?
One of the most popular hotels in San Marcos is Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North/San Marcos, which has been reviewed by 285 users and currently has a rating of 8.3/10. Other top-rated locations include Hampton Inn San Marcos and Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos, which have received 7.7/10 and 7.1/10 ratings from our users, respectively.
Are there any hotels in San Marcos close to San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar?
The closest hotel to San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar is Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North/San Marcos, which is located 2.2 km away from the city center.
What are some other cities to stay in when visiting California?
In addition to San Marcos, travellers opt to visit Los Angeles when visiting California. San Francisco is also a popular choice to visit.
How many hotels are there in San Marcos?
In total, there are 49 hotels to choose from in San Marcos, compared to 88,472 properties in California.

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What is the cheapest month to book a hotel in San Marcos?

The cheapest month to book a hotel in San Marcos is January (C$ 193). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in San Marcos is July (C$ 388).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hotel in San Marcos?

The cheapest day to stay in San Marcos is Sunday (C$ 195). On the other hand, travellers can expect to pay the most on Monday, when the average nightly price is C$ 332.

How far ahead should you book a hotel in San Marcos?

Save money by booking a hotel at least 76 days before your trip to San Marcos. The lowest price found when booking 76 days ahead was C$ 147 per night.

Cheapest hotels in San Marcos, CA

These San Marcos properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. Prices can differ depending on the dates selected, so use the search form to browse more options if you have flexibility.

Hotel prices in San Marcos, CA

An overview of the average price of hotels by hotel class in the San Marcos. We've highlighted the most popular properties according to our users as well as the best value within each hotel class.

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Other accommodations in San Marcos, CA

Find the perfect hostel, theme hotel, or vacation rental for your stay in San Marcos, CA. There are 49 hotels in San Marcos, CA and price data was last updated on 26 October 2026. The average price for a stay in San Marcos, CA is C$ 245/night.

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Travel insights for hotels in San Marcos

What is the cheapest month to book a hotel in San Marcos?

The cheapest month to book a hotel in San Marcos is January (C$ 193). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in San Marcos is July (C$ 388).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hotel in San Marcos?

The cheapest day to stay in San Marcos is Sunday (C$ 195). On the other hand, travellers can expect to pay the most on Monday, when the average nightly price is C$ 332.

How far ahead should you book a hotel in San Marcos?

Save money by booking a hotel at least 76 days before your trip to San Marcos. The lowest price found when booking 76 days ahead was C$ 147 per night.

Cheapest hotels in San Marcos, CA

These San Marcos properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. Prices can differ depending on the dates selected, so use the search form to browse more options if you have flexibility.

Hotel prices in San Marcos, CA

An overview of the average price of hotels by hotel class in the San Marcos. We've highlighted the most popular properties according to our users as well as the best value within each hotel class.

3 stars

2 stars and under

Other accommodations in San Marcos, CA

Find the perfect hostel, theme hotel, or vacation rental for your stay in San Marcos, CA. There are 49 hotels in San Marcos, CA and price data was last updated on 26 October 2026. The average price for a stay in San Marcos, CA is C$ 245/night.

Where to stay in San Marcos

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within San Marcos, CA to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 26 October 2026.

Scroll to and zoom in on the areas in San Marcos you plan on visiting to find nearby properties. As an added benefit, users can click a hotel they're interesting in to find helpful information and deals for that hotel.

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What are the best hotels in San Marcos?

Are there any hotels in San Marcos close to San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar?

What are some other cities to stay in when visiting California?

How many hotels are there in San Marcos?

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