Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Lake San Marcos Executive Course

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Terrace/patio
Free daily on-the-go breakfast
View from property
Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, iron/ironing board
Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym

Explore the area

Map
1245 Los Vallecitos Blvd, San Marcos, CA, 92069
  • Palomar College
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • California State University San Marcos
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Twin Oaks Golf Club
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

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Room options

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

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

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

  • 743 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 494 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 738 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

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

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Hearing Accessible)

  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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

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

About the neighborhood

San Marcos

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos places you within 3 miles (5 km) of popular attractions like Lake San Marcos Executive Course and California Fruit Wine. This 112-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • Palomar College - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • California State University San Marcos - 3 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Lake San Marcos Executive Course - 4 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Twin Oaks Golf Club - 6 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • LEGOLAND® California - 13 min drive - 9.1 miles

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Village Station - 15 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Better Buzz - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos

Hotel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Lake San Marcos Executive Course
At Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos, guests enjoy an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Self parking is available for USD 5.00 per day. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with securing valuables, luggage storage, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include conference space, a 24-hour business center, and a terrace.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs with cable channels. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and down comforters, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Kitchens, sofa beds, and dining areas are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour 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
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 5 per day)
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 452 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2010
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Double sofa bed
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 150.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total (132 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • 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.

  • Self parking fee: USD 5.00 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 150.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 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; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
  • Check-in: 4 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? For a fee, this property offers self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck parking.

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 credit card for incidental charges and 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos?

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos?

As of Jun 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos on Jul 1, 2025 start from $161.1, 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.

What's there to do around Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos?

This hotel is located in San Marcos, close to Twin Oaks Golf Club, Stone Brewing, and La Costa Golf Courses - North and South. You'll also find Lake San Marcos Executive Course and California Fruit Wine within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos?

Yes, parking is offered for USD 5.00 per day. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos have a casino?

No, Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and premium bedding as well as an outdoor pool.

Does Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos have a hot tub?

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

Does Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos serves free on-the-go breakfast each morning from its snack bar.

Will Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos for a fee of USD 150.00 per accommodation, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos?

The closest major airport to Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos is Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar), which is 6 mi away (15 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field), which is around 23.3 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos.

Does Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos host weddings?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos.

Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 583 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 217 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 106 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1001 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel look pretty remodeled and their breakfast options were great. Very accommodating with families and their little ones. Overall, I really enjoyed my stayed here.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
The king size bed was very comfortable, but the pullout bed for the couch had a mattress that was so thin that my granddaughters probably slept on spring. It was very uncomfortable for them. I slept on the king bed. I told you attendant on check out about the problem and he said that their renovating it takes six months to get things done I understand that but I paid almost $200 for that room that night, but of a surprise that they would offer the last room to us with that type of bedding on the pullout on the couch, very unhappy the food there wasn’t very good either, but I always consider comfort when it comes to the bedding. The king size bed was OK. It was good but again I Had to see my granddaughters sleep on something like that was not good.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony, Saugus

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and service were excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet. Clean. Nice linens. Protein breakfast. Comfortable rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnny

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My son plays baseball for Cal State San Marcos and this is our go to place to stay for the weekend to watch his games. Nice and clean place, friendly staff and complimentary breakfast. Will be coming back again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Carmen Piscitelli

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There were a couple of maintenance issues in our room, that I brought to their attention. The issues were addressed and we had no complaints. Hotel is convenient, safe and staff is cordial and efficient.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I needed to be centered between family members and friends who lived on both sides of the county. This location made it easy for me to get to them all.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Wendy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lots of freeway noise on the back side of the property. Housekeeping never came to our room. We had no sign on the door saying not to clean. Room was spacious. Breakfast was good
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Luigina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Todo muy bien solo al hacer check in no tenían el room listo tuve que esperar 40 min pero de todo lo demás muy bien y el buffer súper bien
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

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

8/10 Good

Sandra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very nice staff was very helpful, the only thing that was bad was the sofa bed in our room. It had to be the most uncomfortable thing to sit on. It definitely needed replaced. You might as well have been sitting on a board
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Shirley

Business traveler
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Connor

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, large room with everything you could need!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

HSIU-CHIN

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
一切都好 人們都很友善誠懇
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Amelia

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Right after I checked in on 2/13, I found out the phone in my room didn’t work. I immediately called the front desk from my cell phone. I was told a word order would be submitted. The lobby had a certain stench but the room smelled worse - I said “stale” and my son said “like mold”. Or even feet. The toilet seat was broken and the toilet wasn’t working properly either. On day three I asked about the room phone and was told they were working on 2 phone repairs, assuming they were working on mine. When I checked out the phone still didn’t work. I suggest replacing bad parts more often? And it would be nice to have some kind of “covered “ area out front or nearby so when it rains you don’t get soaked. I also got charged for 5 nights of parking and only had a car for 3 nights. I believe the front desk was taking care of that part, but said I needed to contact Expedia for a phone and toilet credit of some sort. I don’t expect perfection and rarely complain, but these issues need to be addressed.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaylee

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

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

Nickel and dime you

$150 non refundable pet fee for my small dig. I was told that they don’t want dogs and thats why they charge so much. Never in my 10 years with hotels.com I have come across this anti animal policy. I had to pay because it was non refundable. So I went upstairs to my room thinking this place was a 4 Star Beautiful Pl. and the carpets were so bad. The room is so old with Nick‘s and dents on the furniture. The bed was wrinkled and the pillows weren’t even on nice enough everything was not to what I would expect a hotel that doesn’t like dogs because they say they are dirty to be in . The gentleman at the front was nice but said its a Marriot policy. They simply don’t want or like Pets. I have never left a 2 star comment. My first in 10 years.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the breakfast and fast service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good, spacious room.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Christian was very friendly & helpful getting us checked in & helping us buy snacks.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

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

Perfect stay for our trip in San Diego and area

It was the perfect place for our 3 nights stay. The hostess at the front desk was welcoming and professional, the breakfast offered several choices, the room was clean and the beds were very comfortable. The kitchen area is very convenient for an even longer stay. We also enjoyed the fitness room and swimming pool. The only aspect we found could be improved is the noise of the air conditioning which is quite loud at night. Everything else was perfect. Many thanks to the team. We will surely stay with you again when we are back in San Marcos and San Diego
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025