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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, (1,908 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Nicole
The price is RM400
RM566 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Lakehouse Resort
An outdoor seating area with modern furniture, a fire feature, and a building with large windows in the background.

2. 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, (1,003 reviews)
"Great places to stay. Clean rooms and common areas. Great staff."
United States
Scott
The price is RM547
RM614 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG
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, (1,198 reviews)
"Everything was amazing! Great rooms, great pool & great staff."
United States
Krista
The price is RM449
RM495 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad
An outdoor seating area with sofas, chairs, and tables, surrounded by a stone wall 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, (2,181 reviews)
"Breakfast was delicious and staff is friendly and accommodating."
United States
Phu
The price is RM547
RM603 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
An outdoor patio with a grill, dining area, and seating.

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, (1,000 reviews)
"Rooms, breakfast and parking all perfect"
United States
Paula
The price is RM621
RM684 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos
A modern hotel exterior with a stone facade, large windows, and a reception area.

6. 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 RM547
RM603 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos
A swimming pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and safety signs.

7. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Heather
The price is RM490
RM555 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County
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, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
Vitaliy
The price is RM751
RM843 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Staybridge Suites Carlsbad by IHG
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance area and multiple balconies.

9. 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, (1,004 reviews)
"Stayed one night and enjoyed our stay. Friendly staff, clean room and comfy bed. Will definitely stay again."
United States
Angelica
The price is RM552
RM625 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a window with curtains, and artwork on the wall.

10. 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, (766 reviews)
"Clean rooms, near Starbucks, food, and a gas station. Great location."
United States
Bianca
The price is RM463
RM510 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Vista
A spacious dining area with high ceilings, pendant lighting, and a central island with bar stools.

11. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Would highly recommend staying here!!"
United States
Camille
The price is RM621
RM697 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Homewood Suites by Hilton Carlsbad-North San Diego County
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large wall mural.

12. 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, (1,007 reviews)
"Clean and helpful staff..."
United States
david
The price is RM478
RM526 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Extended Stay America Premier Suites - San Diego - San Marcos
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a parking lot.

13. 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, (1,011 reviews)
"10/10 would recommend everyone to stay here . Very clean , organized, helpful , peaceful and welcoming. Everything was amazing"
United States
Karen
The price is RM513
RM564 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Continental Inn San Diego Hotel Escondido
An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, a fire feature, and a view of parked cars and palm trees.

14. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean and great staff. Great value! Would stay again!"
United States
Ian
The price is RM621
RM684 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Escondido Downtown
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
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 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 RM535
RM606 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and tables, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

16. 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, (1,008 reviews)
"We loved the hotel! Rooms were clean and large, amazing hot buffet breakfast, and the pool and courtyard were beautiful"
United States
Christopher
The price is RM759
RM852 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad
A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on a brick wall, and framed pictures.

17. 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 RM555
RM611 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA
A modern hotel lobby with a green sofa, a wooden coffee table with a plant, and a large abstract wall art piece.

18. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG
2.5 star property
9.8 km from Lake San Marcos
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"overall great place to stay"
United States
robert
The price is RM437
RM490 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG
A hotel with a pool, palm trees, and a Best Western sign.

19. Best Western Escondido Hotel

Best Western Escondido Hotel
2.5 star property
10.4 km from Lake San Marcos
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay here and would definitely come back"
United States
Kevin
The price is RM584
RM643 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Best Western Escondido Hotel
A pool area with a view of palm trees and a sunset.

20. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
3.0 star property
9.9 km from Lake San Marcos
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,772 reviews)
"Clean room and breakfast was great!"
United States
Christine
The price is RM420
RM472 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
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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 seating area with chairs and a fire feature, overlooking a body of water and a distant mountain range.
Lakehouse Resort
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,908 reviews
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An outdoor seating area with sofas, chairs, and tables, surrounded by a stone wall and string lights.
Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad
3.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
2,181 reviews
View
An outdoor patio with a grill, dining area, and seating.
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,000 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
1,000 reviews
View
An outdoor seating area with modern furniture, a fire feature, and a building with large windows in the background.
Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,003 reviews
View

Where to stay in Lake San Marcos

Find the best Lake San Marcos areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Top Lake San Marcos Hotel Reviews

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego-Del Mar

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego-Del Mar

10/10 Excellent
"The breakfast was awesome. Staff was very helpful."
SHEENA ROBERTS 4-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego-Del Mar

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.