Hampton Inn San Marcos CA
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About this property
Hampton Inn San Marcos CA is a 2.5-star Hilton property centrally located in San Marcos, within a 15-minute drive of LEGOLAND California and Flower Fields of Carlsbad. The hotel sits 12.2 miles from San Diego Zoo Safari Park and 16 miles from Carlsbad State Beach, making it convenient for exploring North County attractions. Guests consistently rate the location highly, with a 4.8 out of 5 location rating from over 1,000 reviews.
Each of the 69 guestrooms features individually selected furnishings, refrigerators, and LCD televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access is standard, along with cable programming for entertainment. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers, while rooms are equipped with safes, complimentary newspapers, and phones with free local calling. Guest comfort ratings average 4.4 out of 5.
The property offers a daily complimentary continental breakfast served from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM, plus a bar and lounge for beverages. Recreation amenities include a fitness center, and the hotel provides a business center, banquet hall, and meeting space. Additional conveniences include free self-parking, 24-hour front desk service, express check-in and check-out, laundry facilities, dry cleaning services, and luggage storage. The hotel is wheelchair accessible with accessible parking, an elevator, and stair-free pathways. Pets are welcome, with up to two dogs or cats permitted per room. The property has achieved a 4.3 out of 5 overall guest rating, with 91.6% of guests recommending it.
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM and may continue anytime; check-out is at 11:00 AM. San Diego International Airport is 36 miles away. Free parking is available on-site.
Location & nearby attractions
California State University San Marcos - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Palomar College - 2.5 km / 1.5 mi
Twin Oaks Golf Club - 3.6 km / 2.2 mi
St. Mark Golf Club - 5.5 km / 3.4 mi
Palomar Medical Center - 6.2 km / 3.9 mi
Stone Brewing - 6.4 km / 4 mi
Lake San Marcos Executive Course - 6.7 km / 4.1 mi
California Center For The Arts - 8.5 km / 5.3 mi
Center for the Performing Arts Escondido - 8.9 km / 5.5 mi
Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park - 10.3 km / 6.4 mi
Rady Children Hospital - 10.8 km / 6.7 mi
The Wave Waterpark - 12.1 km / 7.5 mi
Lake Hodges Pedestrian Bridge - 12.3 km / 7.6 mi
La Costa Golf Courses - North and South - 12.9 km / 8 mi
Stagecoach Park - 13.3 km / 8.2 mi
The nearest airports are:
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 13.4 km / 8.3 mi
San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 45.6 km / 28.4 mi
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 56.1 km / 34.8 mi
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 57.3 km / 35.6 mi
Murrieta, CA (RBK-French Valley) - 55.8 km / 34.7 mi
The preferred airport for Hampton Inn San Marcos, CA is San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN).
Rooms
Dining
Complimentary breakfast.
Amenities & features
Getting here
Check-in & check-out
- 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
Pet policy
- Pets allowed
- Only dogs and cats are allowed
- Maximum number of pets per room 2
- Service animals are allowed
- Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
- Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Fees & policies
- Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 10 per night
Know before you go
- Children 18 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- 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.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).