Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near California State University San Marcos

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Exterior
Outdoor pool
Terrace/patio
Reception
Lobby

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
227 W San Marcos Blvd, San Marcos, CA, 92069
  • California State University San Marcos
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Twin Oaks Golf Club
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Palomar College
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

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Room options

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Hearing Accessible)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(55 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)
  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(64 reviews)
  • 284 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

San Marcos

California State University San Marcos is a short stroll from Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos, and other popular attractions like Palomar College are within a couple of miles (3 km). This 85-room hotel welcomes guests with free breakfast and conveniences like an outdoor pool and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • California State University San Marcos - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Twin Oaks Golf Club - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Palomar College - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Palomar Medical Center - 5 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Lake San Marcos Executive Course - 6 min drive - 4.2 miles

Getting around

  • Oceanside Transit Center - 18 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Umami Japanese - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos

Hotel with free breakfast, near California State University San Marcos
Guests of Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos have access to an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with securing valuables, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this golf hotel include a hot tub, meeting rooms, and conference space.
Guests can expect 32-inch Smart TVs with cable channels and Netflix, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and free local calls. Housekeeping is available on request.
An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Golf caddies
  • Golf carts
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 1,088 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In a regional park
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Lever door handles
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with premium cable channels
  • Netflix

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests will receive key retrieval information

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for golf tee times. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Fairfield Inn San Diego North/San Marcos Hotel
Fairfield Inn Diego North/San Hotel
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Fairfield Inn Diego North/San
Fairfield Inn Suites San Diego North/San Marcos
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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos?

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do within easy reach of Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos?

This hotel is located in San Marcos, close to Twin Oaks Golf Club, Stone Brewing, and California Center For The Arts. You'll also find St. Mark Golf Club and Escondido Country Club within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos have a casino on the premises?

No, Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub.

What do couples enjoy most about Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like Netflix and free Internet access as well as an outdoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos?

Yes, this hotel has a spa tub.

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos serves free continental breakfast each morning from its snack bar.

Will Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos?

The closest major airport to Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos is Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar), which is 6.8 mi away (17 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is located 28.7 mi away (31-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos?

No, at Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 769 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 161 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1002 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Han Kyu

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Over nightnatay

Great service and location. Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Maira

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness

Too loud

It was very loud because they were renovating. Wish they had that on the website as a disclaimer I wouldn’t make reservations. Couldn’t sleep in kids couldn’t nap. Windows were closed completely with tape and plastic.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Painting outside buulding with workers assembling scaffolding right outside the window also noisy neighbors.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle, Ladson

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, nice area. I did find a broken acrylic finger nail in the bathroom, but other than that it was a good place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great Location! Safe area
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lubna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel for being in San Marcos , CA. Close to the 78. It’s new , clean and offers a decent breakfast. A lot of parking !
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Febia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Febia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rich

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lorena

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was fine, just didn’t like the first floor
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Art

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value, great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

jasmine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edith

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaden

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Erin

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed there several times, haven't let me down.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very accomidating and made the experience a night to remember
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025