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Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA

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

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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123 E Carmel St, San Marcos, CA, 92078
  • Place, California State University San Marcos
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Palomar College
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Lucky Strike San Marcos
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

King Room with Bath Tub - Disability Access

  • Sleeps 3

King Study With Sofabed-Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 3

2 Queen Beds Room, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 5

2 Queens Mobility/Hearing Access Tub Nosmok

  • Sleeps 5

Mobility Hearing Access King Room with Roll in Shower

  • Sleeps 3

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

One king bed non smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

One king study sofabed non smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Two queen beds non smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(51 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

King Room-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 3

About the neighborhood

San Marcos

Within a short walk of California State University San Marcos, Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA is within 2 miles (3 km) of Palomar College. This hotel has 69 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • California State University San Marcos - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Palomar College - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Lucky Strike San Marcos - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Hollandia Dog Park - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • San Diego Zoo Safari Park - 19 min drive - 13.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪CSUSM Kellogg Library - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Umami Japanese - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Old Spaghetti Factory - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Albertacos - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA

Hotel in San Marcos with free breakfast and a fitness center
Guests of Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA enjoy a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center. Free parking is available if you drive. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with securing valuables, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, a meeting room, and express check-in.
Guests can expect 32-inch LCD TVs with cable channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, and bathrobes. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and free newspapers are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

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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 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 crib
  • 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 center
  • 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
  • Elevator (42 inch 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 elevator

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 crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • 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 available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
  • 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.

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

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
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
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.
  • The minimum check-in age for Spring Break 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).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA?

Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see close to Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA?

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

Is parking available on site at Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA?

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

Does Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA include a casino?

No, Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like free Internet access and bathrobes as well as a bar.

Are there hot tubs at Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA for a fee of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

How far is the airport from Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA?

The closest major airport to Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA is Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar), which is 8.3 mi away (20 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is located 28.4 mi away (31-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA.

Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 558 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 291 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 92 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1000 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

APRILLE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Friendly and helpful staff. Comfortable beds. Good breakfast. Convenient location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff were not welcoming or friendly. Acted very bored. Inside building needs new carpet & paint. It always smells dusty from age. It’s clean looking & property is well maintained. Lots of parking. I stay at this location often because I have family in the area & it’s convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jason

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Corazon

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean area outside and in, staff good and approachable. Breakfast is normal food being served. If I be asked to stay then definitely I would.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline L

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were very understanding that Expedia made an error with my reservation. I will never use Expedia again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot for CSUSM parents, its walkable to campus. Breakfast was good and fresh, staff kept it clean and refreshed it.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lesli

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

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

Friendly staff, yummy free breakfast

Best hotel counter staff and housekeeping..very friendly and helpful! Excellent free breakfast too :)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

ANDJELKA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room should be clean daily at least checking if the towels needed to be changed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Serena

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

Nice place for a short stay

The curtains in the dining room were splattered with food. As someone who doesn't eat dairy it was frustrating not to have non dairy options for coffee and cereal. The service was fantastic, check in and out was a breeze and the bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michele

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

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

Overall excellent

Stayed there for my kids soccer games and overall it was a great experience… I will stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monserrat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

ROBYN

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Angelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jermaine

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Heidi

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

8/10 Good

Sunshine, Winchester

Stayed 1 night in Aug 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Lena

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Traveled with family
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

8/10 Good

Celeste

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

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