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Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
2 out of 5
517 W San Marcos Blvd, San Marcos, CA
  • 12 min walk from California State University San Marcos
The price is $80 per night from May 12 to May 13
$80
per night
May 12 - May 13
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in San Marcos. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Staff was courteous, professional and easy going. This motel is pet friendly, but there is no real pet area. We found a great dog park 5 minutes away where our dog had a great time off leash (sunset dog park). The suite was spacious and provided enough room for 2 adults, 2 kids and our boxer! Not ..."

Reviewed on Apr 23, 2024

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
Lakehouse Resort
Lakehouse Resort
4 out of 5
1025 La Bonita Drive, San Marcos, CA
  • 12 min walk from California State University San Marcos
The price is $125 per night from May 8 to May 9
$125
per night
May 8 - May 9
Stay at this 4-star golf resort in San Marcos. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a marina. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"The cleanliness"

Reviewed on May 5, 2024

Lakehouse Resort
Inn By The Sea La Jolla
Inn By The Sea La Jolla
3.5 out of 5
7830 Fay Ave, La Jolla, CA
  • 48 min drive from California State University San Marcos
The price is $176 per night from May 27 to May 28
$176
per night
May 27 - May 28
Stay at this hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,300 reviews)
"Very nice hotel& excellent staffing"

Reviewed on May 4, 2024

Inn By The Sea La Jolla
California Suites Hotel
California Suites Hotel
2 out of 5
5415 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego, CA
  • 50 min drive from California State University San Marcos
The price is $98 per night from May 8 to May 9
$98
per night
May 8 - May 9
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7/10 Good! (1,316 reviews)
"It’s a good hotel to stay for short time."

Reviewed on May 2, 2024

California Suites Hotel
La Jolla Cove Suites
La Jolla Cove Suites
3 out of 5
1155 Coast Blvd, La Jolla, CA
  • 47 min drive from California State University San Marcos
The price is $104 per night from May 27 to May 28
$104
per night
May 27 - May 28
Book a stay at this beach hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
Great stay
"La Jolla Cove Suites was great stay, great service, great ocean view we can hear the seals from our room. Ocean is across the street from hotel and lots of things to do."

Reviewed on Apr 29, 2024

La Jolla Cove Suites
HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa
HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa
3 out of 5
10044 Pacific Mesa Blvd, San Diego, CA
  • 39 min drive from California State University San Marcos
The price is $165 per night from May 27 to May 28
$165
per night
May 27 - May 28
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"Would have liked to have the option of a roll away for child."

Reviewed on May 6, 2024

HYATT house San Diego/Sorrento Mesa
Pala Casino Spa And Resort
Pala Casino Spa And Resort
4 out of 5
11154 Highway 76, Pala, CA
  • 39 min drive from California State University San Marcos
The price is $210 per night from May 15 to May 16
$210
per night
May 15 - May 16
Stay at this hotel in Pala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. Popular attractions Pala ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,151 reviews)
"We enjoyed how clean and well maintained the property was. A simple getaway with entertainment at night. We loved the bands that kept us dancing and would absolutely love to go back again."

Reviewed on May 5, 2024

Pala Casino Spa And Resort
San Diego Marriott La Jolla
San Diego Marriott La Jolla
4 out of 5
4240 La Jolla Village Dr, La Jolla, CA
  • 43 min drive from California State University San Marcos
The price is $179 per night from May 27 to May 28
$179
per night
May 27 - May 28
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,070 reviews)
"Parking and Wifi should be complimentary"

Reviewed on May 3, 2024

San Diego Marriott La Jolla
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
3.5 out of 5
4550 La Jolla Village Dr, San Diego, CA
  • 43 min drive from California State University San Marcos
The price is $167 per night from May 12 to May 13
$167
per night
May 12 - May 13
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, 2 restaurants, and a free beach shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
"Not crazy about the parking. First, it's $40 per day. Second, Very tight space to move around a truck. Third, many people did not understand how to use their room key to enter and exit the parking garage."

Reviewed on May 4, 2024

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
3.5 out of 5
8860 Lawrence Welk Dr, Escondido, CA
  • 17 min drive from California State University San Marcos
The price is $167 per night from May 14 to May 15
$167
per night
May 14 - May 15
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Escondido. Enjoy free parking, 8 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the family amenities ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"The best resort for family that want fun"

Reviewed on May 1, 2024

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
Pleasant Inn
Pleasant Inn
2.5 out of 5
5550 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego, CA
  • 49 min drive from California State University San Marcos
The price is $120 per night from May 8 to May 9
$120
per night
May 8 - May 9
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Great place to stay only problem noises the hotel is close to the freeway"

Reviewed on May 1, 2024

Pleasant Inn
San Diego Marriott Del Mar
San Diego Marriott Del Mar
4 out of 5
11966 El Camino Real, San Diego, CA
  • 32 min drive from California State University San Marcos
The price is $144 per night from May 12 to May 13
$144
per night
May 12 - May 13
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy room service, a fitness center, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
"Better than expected and very close to the highway."

Reviewed on May 3, 2024

San Diego Marriott Del Mar
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