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Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA

Property class: 2.5

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You can look forward to free continental breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a gym at Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a business center.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(70 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

About the neighborhood

Located in San Marcos, Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA is in the city center. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Moonlight State Beach and Carlsbad State Beach, while LEGOLAND® California and San Diego Zoo Safari Park are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Frontwave Arena, or consider a night out at The Centre. Visit our San Marcos travel guide
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123 E Carmel St, San Marcos, CA, 92078

What's nearby

  • A golf course with a clear blue sky, green grass, palm trees, and distant mountains.
    San Diego Zoo Safari Park
    23 min drive - 16.2 miles
  • A detailed model of a cityscape with prominent buildings, including a large dome structure resembling a capitol building, surrounded by lush greenery and smaller architectural models.
    LEGOLAND® California
    24 min drive - 11.4 miles
  • California State University San Marcos
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Palomar College
    4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Twin Oaks Golf Club
    7 min drive - 3.1 miles

Getting around

  • Oceanside Transit Center
    19 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)
    43 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    2 min drive
  • CSUSM Kellogg Library
    16 min walk
  • Starbucks
    2 min drive
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill
    3 min drive
  • Umami Japanese
    7 min walk

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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

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Null
  • 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
  • Built in 2001
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • 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
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Individually furnished
  • Phone
  • Safe

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

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from October 7 2026 to November 18 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Parking area
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.
The following facilities are closed on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday:
  • Outdoor pool
  • Hot tub
The following facilities are closed on Tuesday and Thursday:
  • Outdoor pool
  • Hot tub

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA pet-friendly?

Yes, Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA located?

Located in the heart of San Marcos, this hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from California State University San Marcos and within 3 mi (5 km) of Palomar College and Twin Oaks Golf Club. Double Peak Park is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 550 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 290 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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This was a good place to stay. Really good location for what we needed to accomplish. Everyone was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Room was clean, staff very helpful
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location. Restaurants and shopping not far. Very peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Breakfast was very good and variety, rooms everything was nice and clean parking lot was accessible
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Safe location; easy to check in; friendly staff; good breakfast; comfortable rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Friendly staff, clean hotel, diverse breakfast buffet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice staff, easy check in, great breakfast, a perfect place to stay if no frills are required. Bed was extremely comfortable and made up for some of the run down furnishings which is understandable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very comfortable bed and pillows
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very courteous staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room & courteous staff. Pet friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Staff was superb. Breakfast and lobby area was awesome. Only downfall…room was dated and not the most clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and pleasant. Good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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
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6/10 Okay

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The room was clean, main floor hallway near the ice machine and elevator had an awful smell, the staff was very kind, we did not check out the gym this time. Breakfast was pretty decent.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

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Rooms were clean. Staff was courteous. Breakfast was good.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great employees great atmosphere will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice hotel. Clean room, great amenities, friendly hotel clerks, nice breakfast, very enjoyable stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice front desk and consideration of room location fit convenience.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room. Friendly and helpful staff. Comfortable beds. Good breakfast. Convenient location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was good. Old furniture but most importantly CLEAN.. 5 Stars to house keeping.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice comfortable stay, easy access to everything that I needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024