What are the best hotels in San Marcos?

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos is a very popular hotel in San Marcos, with a score of 7.0 from 824 reviews. Extended Stay America Premier Suites - San Diego - San Marcos (7.6 from 235 reviews) and Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego North/San Marcos (8.7 from 446 reviews) are also highly rated San Marcos hotels based on recent feedback from HotelsCombined users.

How much is a cheap hotel in San Marcos?

Over the last 3 days, San Marcos hotels have been found for as cheap as $77/night in searches by HotelsCombined users.

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

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

How many hotels are there in San Marcos?

In total, there are 51 hotels to choose from in San Marcos, compared to 87,858 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 November ($137). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in San Marcos is July ($277).

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

The cheapest day to stay in San Marcos is Sunday ($137). On the other hand, travellers can expect to pay the most on Monday, when the average nightly price is $266.

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

Save money by booking a hotel at least 53 days before your trip to San Marcos. The lowest price found when booking 53 days ahead was $100 per night.

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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

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

$73

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

$130

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

$148

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

$157

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Hampton Inn San Marcos

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

$130

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

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

$157

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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

$130

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

$157

Avg. per night

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Facts about staying in San Marcos, CA

What are the best hotels in San Marcos?
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos is a very popular hotel in San Marcos, with a score of 7.0 from 824 reviews. Extended Stay America Premier Suites - San Diego - San Marcos (7.6 from 235 reviews) and Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego North/San Marcos (8.7 from 446 reviews) are also highly rated San Marcos hotels based on recent feedback from HotelsCombined users.
How much is a cheap hotel in San Marcos?
Over the last 3 days, San Marcos hotels have been found for as cheap as $77/night in searches by HotelsCombined users.
Are there any hotels in San Marcos close to San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar?
The closest hotel to San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar is Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego North/San Marcos, which is located 0.3 km away from the city centre.
What are some other cities to stay in when visiting California?
In addition to San Marcos, travellers opt to visit San Francisco when visiting California. Los Angeles is also a popular choice to visit.
How many hotels are there in San Marcos?
In total, there are 51 hotels to choose from in San Marcos, compared to 87,858 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 November ($137). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in San Marcos is July ($277).

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

The cheapest day to stay in San Marcos is Sunday ($137). On the other hand, travellers can expect to pay the most on Monday, when the average nightly price is $266.

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

Save money by booking a hotel at least 53 days before your trip to San Marcos. The lowest price found when booking 53 days ahead was $100 per night.

Cheapest hotels in San Marcos, CA

These are the lowest prices we've found on hotels in San Marcos at the moment. Consider alternative dates if you're able to compare prices.

Hotel prices in San Marcos, CA

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Where to stay in San Marcos

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How many hotels are there in San Marcos?

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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 November ($137). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in San Marcos is July ($277).

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

The cheapest day to stay in San Marcos is Sunday ($137). On the other hand, travellers can expect to pay the most on Monday, when the average nightly price is $266.

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

Save money by booking a hotel at least 53 days before your trip to San Marcos. The lowest price found when booking 53 days ahead was $100 per night.

Cheapest hotels in San Marcos, CA

These are the lowest prices we've found on hotels in San Marcos at the moment. Consider alternative dates if you're able to compare prices.

Hotel prices in San Marcos, CA

Some of the best options for booking a hotel in San Marcos categorized by hotel class. We've also highlighted the most popular hotels and best value within each hotel class.

3 stars

2 stars and under

Other accommodation in San Marcos, CA

Find the perfect hostel, theme hotel, or holiday rental for your stay in San Marcos, CA.

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 13 September 2026.

Scroll through the map to find hotels close to the San Marcos neighborhood(s) you plan on visiting. More information on a given hotel can be accessed by clicking the hotel's name within the map.

Facts about staying in San Marcos, CA

What are the best hotels in San Marcos?

How much is a cheap hotel 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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