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Our top choices for Lake San Marcos hotels

An outdoor seating area with chairs and a fire feature, overlooking a body of water and a distant mountain range.

1. Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort
4.0 star property
Lake San Marcos
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,934 reviews)
"Loved staying there. It was very relaxing and peaceful."
United States
Maureen
The price is ฿3,124
฿4,475 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Lakehouse Resort
A swimming pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and safety signs.

2. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County
2.5 star property
6.1 km from Lake San Marcos
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Heather
The price is ฿4,102
฿4,644 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County
A modern lobby with leather seating, a fireplace, and a large plant.

3. Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad

Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad
3.0 star property
4.1 km from Lake San Marcos
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,199 reviews)
"Everything was amazing! Great rooms, great pool & great staff."
United States
Krista
The price is ฿3,709
฿4,087 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad
An outdoor patio with a sofa set, a table, and chairs. There is a fire pit and string lights.

4. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
3.5 star property
2 km from Lake San Marcos
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,168 reviews)
"Will stay here again."
United States
Brenda
The price is ฿4,704
฿5,184 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
A conference room with a long table, black chairs, and a carpeted floor.

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

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos
3.0 star property
4.6 km from Lake San Marcos
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Rooms, breakfast and parking all perfect"
United States
Paula
The price is ฿5,129
฿5,652 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, sofas, and a modern fireplace.

6. Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG
3.0 star property
4.8 km from Lake San Marcos
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Great places to stay. Clean rooms and common areas. Great staff."
United States
Scott
The price is ฿4,285
฿4,808 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a window with curtains.

7. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos
3.0 star property
3.3 km from Lake San Marcos
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great accommodations"
United States
Lekeshia
The price is ฿4,522
฿4,983 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos
A modern lobby with a stone fireplace, black pillars, and a wooden bench.

8. Staybridge Suites Carlsbad by IHG

Staybridge Suites Carlsbad by IHG
3.0 star property
4.6 km from Lake San Marcos
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
Vitaliy
The price is ฿5,901
฿6,621 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Staybridge Suites Carlsbad by IHG
A spacious dining area with high ceilings, pendant lighting, and a central island with bar stools.

9. Homewood Suites by Hilton Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Homewood Suites by Hilton Carlsbad-North San Diego County
3.0 star property
6.1 km from Lake San Marcos
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Would highly recommend staying here!!"
United States
Camille
The price is ฿5,131
฿5,756 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Homewood Suites by Hilton Carlsbad-North San Diego County
An outdoor patio area with turquoise chairs, a fire pit, and palm trees.

10. Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad
3.0 star property
7.5 km from Lake San Marcos
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"The property was clean and tidy. Also the breakfast was good."
United States
Tonet
The price is ฿4,643
฿5,200 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance area and multiple balconies.

11. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad
3.0 star property
6.7 km from Lake San Marcos
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Staff super polite place is nice and very well located"
United States
Rolando
The price is ฿4,560
฿5,162 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad
A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on a brick wall, and framed pictures.

12. Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA

Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA
2.5 star property
4.7 km from Lake San Marcos
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Pedro
The price is ฿4,557
฿5,013 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a window with curtains, and artwork on the wall.

13. TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Vista

TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Vista
3.0 star property
4.3 km from Lake San Marcos
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (770 reviews)
"Staff were friendly, room was clean and breakfast was good"
United States
Allan
The price is ฿3,828
฿4,211 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Vista
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large wall mural.

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

Extended Stay America Premier Suites - San Diego - San Marcos
2.5 star property
3 km from Lake San Marcos
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,023 reviews)
"Always great staff and clean rooms"
United States
chris
The price is ฿3,910
฿4,306 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Extended Stay America Premier Suites - San Diego - San Marcos
An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, surrounded by chairs, under a pergola.

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad
3.0 star property
7.5 km from Lake San Marcos
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Absolutely loved our stay at Fairfield Carlsbad. From the welcoming staff, to the amenties such as free breakfast, pool, workout room, to the cleanliness of the facility. It was perfect for our trip to Legoland and visiting our friends in the area."
United States
Andrew
The price is ฿4,422
฿5,005 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad
A hotel entrance with a covered patio, large windows, and potted plants.

16. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
2.5 star property
10 km from Lake San Marcos
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"The staff was so helpful. Great place to stay if you are going to the Safari Park."
United States
Jared
The price is ฿4,282
฿4,711 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido by IHG
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and tables, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

17. Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad

Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad
3.0 star property
7.2 km from Lake San Marcos
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Absolutely wonderful time there. Everything was magnificent and the staff was great also."
United States
Robert
The price is ฿5,972
฿6,700 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad
An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, a fire feature, and a view of parked cars and palm trees.

18. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Escondido Downtown

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Escondido Downtown
3.0 star property
10.5 km from Lake San Marcos
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean and great staff. Great value! Would stay again!"
United States
Ian
The price is ฿4,522
฿4,983 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Escondido Downtown
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a parking lot.

19. Continental Inn San Diego Hotel Escondido

Continental Inn San Diego Hotel Escondido
3.5 star property
10 km from Lake San Marcos
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Loved the last minute availability, close proximity to Safari Park, snacks, & morning buffet, free parking & friendly staff."
United States
Monica
The price is ฿4,537
฿4,990 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Continental Inn San Diego Hotel Escondido
A modern dining area with high tables and chairs, a kitchen counter with appliances, and large windows providing natural light.

20. Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
2.5 star property
9.9 km from Lake San Marcos
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,536 reviews)
"Great place to stay, loved it"
United States
Jorge Adrian
The price is ฿3,411
฿3,827 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
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Compare popular hotels in Lake San Marcos

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
An outdoor patio with a sofa set, a table, and chairs. There is a fire pit and string lights.
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
3.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
2,168 reviews
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An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, sofas, and a modern fireplace.
Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,004 reviews
View
A swimming pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and safety signs.
Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
View
A modern lobby with leather seating, a fireplace, and a large plant.
Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad
3.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,199 reviews
View
A conference room with a long table, black chairs, and a carpeted floor.
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
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Top Lake San Marcos Hotel Reviews

Inn By The Sea La Jolla

Inn By The Sea La Jolla

10/10 Excellent
"Very helpful and friendly staff. It feels like coming home when we stay w them."
Sylvia 3-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Inn By The Sea La Jolla

Frequently asked questions

What is Lake San Marcos like?
You'll be sure to have fun exploring San Marcos's Lake San Marcos neighbourhood. Are you looking for Lake San Marcos travel tips? Make sure that you visit The Links at Lakehouse and The Executive Course at Lakehouse while you're in the neighbourhood.
What's a favourite hotel to stay in Lake San Marcos?
Based on our traveller data, Lakehouse Resort is one of the top choices for your stay in Lake San Marcos. This resort offers a marina and 2 outdoor pools.
How many hotels are there in the Lake San Marcos area?
With 17 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Lake San Marcos to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater San Marcos area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Lake San Marcos, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals in Lake San Marcos.
What is there to do in this San Marcos neighbourhood?
If you're looking for activities to do while you're in Lake San Marcos, look into The Links at Lakehouse and The Executive Course at Lakehouse. Regal Edwards San Marcos and Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in San Marcos.