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Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA

2.5 star property
Hotel in San Marcos with free breakfast and fitness centre

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Reception
Pool
Restaurant
In-room safe, individually furnished, free cots/infant beds
Exterior
Hampton Inn San Marcos is centrally located, offering continental breakfast and dry cleaning. Guests can work out at the gym or swim in the pool. The lobby provides coffee for a quick pick-me-up, and WiFi keeps everyone connected. Visitors appreciate the attentive staff.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
The current price is RM534
RM588 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept

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(26 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually furnished, free cots/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually furnished, free cots/infant beds

Two queen beds non smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(48 reviews)

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Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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One king study sofabed non smoking

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Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Sofa bed
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually furnished, free cots/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Located in San Marcos, Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Moonlight State Beach and Carlsbad State Beach, while LEGOLAND® California and San Diego Zoo Safari Park are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Frontwave Arena or San Diego Polo Fields.
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123 E Carmel St, San Marcos, CA, 92078

What's nearby

  • California State University San Marcos - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Palomar College - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Twin Oaks Golf Club - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Stone Brewing - 6 min drive - 7.1 km
  • LEGOLAND® California - 15 min drive - 17.5 km

Getting around

  • Oceanside Transit Center - 18 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪CSUSM Kellogg Library - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Umami Japanese - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA

Hotel in the city centre
You can look forward to free continental breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar at Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA. In addition to a gym and a business centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • An electric car charging station, express check-out and express check-in
  • A banquet hall, coffee/tea in reception and 1 meeting room
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 69 individually furnished rooms include thoughtful touches such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as amenities such as free WiFi and safes. Guests reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cots/infant beds
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, recycling and fridges

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Lift (107 centimetre wide door)
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Built in 2001
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Rooftop garden
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA pet-friendly?

Yes, Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA?

As of 10 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA on 28 Sept 2025 start from RM 534.27, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA located?

Located in the heart of San Marcos, this hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from California State University San Marcos and within 3 miles (5 km) of Palomar College and Twin Oaks Golf Club. Double Peak Park is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) away.

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Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 560 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 289 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 93 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1000 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great one night stay. Awesome free breakfast. Very close to food, movies, and bowling.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mady

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good Staff was great Cleanliness was wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel. Clean room, great amenities, friendly hotel clerks, nice breakfast, very enjoyable stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Quiet. Walkable to CSU San Marcos.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Amenities
Comfortable, clean; staff friendly and welcoming
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing and kind.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good hotel! Love the area!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location for CSUSM
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My stay was wonderful. Thank You.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Gaetana

Liked: Staff & service
Pet friendly but was told upon arrival that our dog couldn’t stay in our room while we were gone. Understand but not convenient for the purpose of our trip. Ate a piece of glass in a scone a
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tom

I like this hotel, have stayed there three times. It's quiet, well located for my needs, clean and comfortable. On more than one occasion I've had to
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice - but soccer tournament girls were unleashed !! Hours of screaming, banging on doors and running up and down hallway front desk not answering phone. Will try another option next trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leeann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked location. Wish the pool was heated.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was great for familys
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Khaled

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Over all it was good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great employees great atmosphere will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Are stay was great! The hot breakfast options and coffee great! This hotel very clean and comfortable :) Would highly recomend. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean. Professional, courteous staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the ease of the property. Nothing special, but did the trick. Bathtub could have used a scrub.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best nights sleep I have ever had in a hotel. Great bed, quiet, great pillows. Clean, friendly staff, breakfast buffet, it was all a very good experience.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Margaret

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Needs help.

Room needed daily housekeeping; they offer every other day unless you tell housekeeping to service your room. Bathroom and room needed updated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was so much nicer than The Vista Inn. As always, Hampton was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Older, but clean and comfy! Nice staff!

I was very happy staying here with my daughter to visit CSUSM. Every employee was so nice and helpful, the facility was very clean and the beds were comfortable. The hotel is noticeably older, but kept very clean. Breakfast is included and offered a variety of hot and cold options. This hotel is also only a short walk from campus, so perfect for families visiting the college!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel looked pretty weathered compared to the other hotels we stayed in on this trip.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025