Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA

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

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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123 E Carmel St, San Marcos, CA, 92078
  • California State University San Marcos
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Palomar College
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Twin Oaks Golf Club
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

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Room options

One king bed non smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Two queen beds non smoking

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

One king study sofabed non smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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
  • Twin Oaks Golf Club - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Stone Brewing - 6 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • LEGOLAND® California - 15 min drive - 10.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Umami Japanese - ‬7 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 dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and luggage storage. 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.

Languages

English

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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

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA?

As of May 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA on Jun 8, 2025 start from $174.84, 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 see close to Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA?

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 Lake San Marcos Executive Course 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 a good place to stay for couples?

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

Does Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA have a hot tub?

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.

Does Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA have connecting rooms?

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. 564 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 289 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1000 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

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

8/10 Good

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
When there was an issue the front office manager was not pleasant at all. It could have been addressed in a different manner.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was great for familys
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Raul

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

8/10 Good

Khamphao

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was adequate for my needs.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Beth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property could use some updates including new beds. Those were the most uncomfortable beds I've slept on in quite some time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best nights sleep I have ever had in a hotel. Great bed, quiet, great pillows. Clean, friendly staff, breakfast buffet, it was all a very good experience.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

margie

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Khoa

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

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marisol

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Monica

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel looked pretty weathered compared to the other hotels we stayed in on this trip.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

roberta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Laura

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Are stay was great! The hot breakfast options and coffee great! This hotel very clean and comfortable :) Would highly recomend. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

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

10/10 Excellent

Axel

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roosevelt

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Luis Pacheco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall we had a nice and quiet stay. Staff was helpful and courteous. Room was clean, with a comfortable bed, and quiet surroundings. Got a good night sleep. Breakfast started promptly at 6am with a decent variety of items. Parking was convenient. We selected this hotel vs others primarily based on comments regarding security concerns at other locations. We didn't notice any security issues. A couple of things I would suggest: 1. a couple of water bottles in the refrigerator would be nice touch. 2. replace some of the carpeting. No mayor issues. I would stay again in the future if needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hard to get there from the freeway. We got there on the 3rd attempt. Google directions are wrong.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025