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Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad, hotel in San Marcos

Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad offers accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness center and a shared lounge.

Newer hotel. Clean. Friendly staff.. Associate made mistake on my room, and the Assistant Mgr. was apologetic and super nice about the mishap. The breakfast was GREAT! Anna, one of the cooks is AWESOME as she was so accommodating and helpful.. If you’re even having 2nd thoughts about staying here, trust me, Book the room, Enjoy, and thank me later..
Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
716 reviews
Price from
$139
per night
Hampton Inn Carlsbad North San Diego County, hotel in San Marcos

This Carlsbad hotel is within a 10-minute drive of Legoland theme park. The completely nonsmoking hotel offers a hot daily breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free Wi-Fi.

It was clean, quiet and friendly staff.
Scored 8.8
8.8
Rated excellent
Excellent
1,317 reviews
Price from
$136
per night
Hampton Inn San Marcos, hotel in San Marcos

Located just off Route 78 in San Marcos, California, this hotel offers convenient amenities and services just minutes from attractions, recreational activities and theater performances.

Location was great for moving my daughter into her dorm
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very Good
199 reviews
Price from
$140.36
per night
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego North/San Marcos, hotel in San Marcos

Located in San Marcos, 12 miles from San Diego Zoo Safari Park, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego North/San Marcos provides accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor...

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Scored 8.8
8.8
Rated excellent
Excellent
282 reviews
Price from
$140
per night
Residence Inn San Diego North/San Marcos, hotel in San Marcos

The San Marcos Residence Inn features an outdoor swimming pool and a patio with fire pit and grill. The Pacific Ocean waterfront is just 13 miles from the hotel.

Location and staff where great
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very Good
123 reviews
Price from
$135.15
per night
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego-Escondido, an IHG Hotel, hotel in San Marcos

Located just off Highway 15, this hotel features an outdoor pool and whirlpool and rooms with a 32-inch flat-screen cable TV and free Wi-Fi. Escondido Children’s Museum is 1.4 miles away.

Breakfast was great. Dining room attendant was so sweet and nice. Food area was spotless. Check in lady was friendly and helpful. She made me feel welcome and safe after a long travel day.
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very Good
245 reviews
Price from
$130
per night
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  • Hampton Inn Carlsbad North San Diego County
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 1,317 reviews

    This Carlsbad hotel is within a 10-minute drive of Legoland theme park. The completely nonsmoking hotel offers a hot daily breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free Wi-Fi.

    La ubicación, lo nuevo y la calidez de sus empleados.

  • Home2 Suites By Hilton Carlsbad, Ca
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 277 reviews

    Located in Carlsbad, within 18 miles of Torrey Pines State Reserve and 20 miles of San Diego Zoo Safari Park, Home2 Suites By Hilton Carlsbad, Ca has accommodations with a fitness center and free WiFi...

    Fitness center, free coffee, clean rooms, nice staff

  • Hyatt Place San Diego-Vista/Carlsbad
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 499 reviews

    Located 13 minutes' drive to Legoland Resort and Carlsbad Beach, Hyatt Place San Diego features a year-round outdoor pool and sun terrace. Free private parking is available on site.

    Exceptionally clean, modern and super comfortable bed.

  • Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 357 reviews

    Offering an outdoor pool, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad serves a daily free hot breakfast and offers rooms with free WiFi. LEGOLAND California is 3 miles away.

    The location good parking the room was very conphy

  • Staybridge Suites Carlsbad/San Diego, an IHG Hotel
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 321 reviews

    Offering an outdoor pool, Staybridge Suites Carlsbad/San Diego is located in Carlsbad. Free WiFi access is available. Each room here will provide you with a TV, a seating area and satellite channels.

    Great breakfast , you don't need more early in the morning

  • TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad / Vista
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 104 reviews

    This Vista hotel is within a 20-minute drive of Carlsbad and 7 miles from Legoland. The hotel offers an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and provides full kitchens in every suite.

    Barbecue place was excellent. Great time with my family there

  • Homewood Suites by Hilton Carlsbad-North San Diego County
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 213 reviews

    This California hotel is 8.1 mi from the Carlsbad State Beach and 5.6 mi from Legoland California. It features an outdoor pool and a hot tub. All suites provide a kitchenette.

    Just the relaxation & the complimentary breakfast.

  • Park Hyatt Aviara
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 64 reviews

    Escape to Park Hyatt Aviara on the San Diego coast of Carlsbad, a AAA Five-Diamond luxury resort just minutes away from LEGOLAND® California, Carlsbad State Beach, and San Elijo Beach.

    Exceptional service and amenities. Highly recommended for families!

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  • Motel 6-Oceanside, CA
    Scored 5.9
    5.9
    Rated okay
    Above average
     · 1,080 reviews

    Located in Oceanside, California, this motel is 7.1 miles from Legoland. Guests can watch expanded cable TV in the rooms and the motel features an outdoor pool.

    the location is very good, shopping, restaurants, and the beach is near

  • Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Vista
    Scored 6.4
    6.4
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 856 reviews

    LEGOLAND California is 15 minutes’ drive from this Carlsbad area hotel. Free breakfast is available and rooms feature a flat-screen cable TV.

    Easy access to rooms. Super clean & great WiFi

  • Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Escondido Downtown
    Scored 7.0
    7.0
    Rated good
    Good
     · 403 reviews

    Located off Interstate 15, this Escondido hotel offers an outdoor pool and hot tub and serves a daily continental breakfast. All rooms include free Wi-Fi.

    The staff was great. Staff very friendly and approachable.

  • Suites Escondido CA
    Scored 6.8
    6.8
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 60 reviews

    Suites Escondido CA is located in Escondido, 7.6 miles from San Diego Zoo Safari Park and 25 miles from Torrey Pines State Reserve.

    Rooms are clean, big refrigerator in rooms. Staff were very nice.

  • Quality Inn Escondido Downtown
    Scored 6.9
    6.9
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 90 reviews

    Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, Quality Inn Escondido Downtown is 6.2 mi from San Diego Zoo Safari Park.

    Being practically right off the freeway made this hotel an easy choice.

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