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Where to stay around San Marcos, CA?
Our 2018 property listings offer a large selection of 2,458 vacation rentals near San Marcos. From 942 Condos/Apartments to 804 Houses, find a unique house rental for you to enjoy a memorable stay with your family and friends. The best places to stay near San Marcos for a holiday or a weekend are on VRBO.
What is the best area to stay when traveling to San Marcos?
Whether you're traveling with family or friends, here are the areas with the largest selection of vacation rentals for a holiday trip or just for a weekend in San Marcos:
- Townsite: 795 vacation rentals
- Beach Barber Tract: 226 vacation rentals
- South Oceanside: 298 vacation rentals
- Village of La Jolla: 349 vacation rentals
- Carlsbad Village: 287 vacation rentals
For other neighborhoods, please use our search bar to access the selection of vacation rentals available.
What are the popular point of interests near where I can stay when traveling to San Marcos?
VRBO offers a large selection of vacation rentals near lovely places in San Marcos. From VRBO travelers, the top most popular points of interest to stay for a holiday trip or just for a weekend are:
- Del Mar Beach: 1,285 vacation rentals
- Camp Pendleton Marine Corps Base: 2,574 vacation rentals
- Moonlight State Beach: 4,910 vacation rentals
- Legoland California: 1,637 vacation rentals
- Carlsbad State Beach: 2,815 vacation rentals
But there are many other points of interest around San Marcos listed on VRBO where you can find your place to stay. Please use our search bar to access the selection of vacation rentals available near the point of interest of your choice.
Can I rent Condos/Apartments in San Marcos?
Yes, of course. VRBO has 942 Condos/Apartments in San Marcos. Our other popular types of vacation rentals in San Marcos include:
- Houses: 804 rentals available
- Hotels: 204 rentals available
- Studios: 149 rentals available
But you can also enjoy a great stay in one of our other vacation rentals including Resorts and more.
Can I find a vacation rental with pool in San Marcos?
Yes, you can select your prefered vacation rental with pool among our 1,255 vacation rentals with pool available in San Marcos. Please use our search bar to access the selection of vacation rentals available.
Take in the lakeside beauty of San Marcos
Enjoy the live music and other features of San Marcos. Travelers to this relaxing city praise the lake, restaurants and beaches. Legoland California and Carlsbad Premium Outlets are just a couple of the must-sees in the area. Many rental homes come with outdoor spaces, separate dining areas and full kitchens, perfect if you want to enjoy some home-cooked meals.
Activities and attractions in and around San Marcos
Are you hoping to find attractions to visit in the city? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable vacation rental, you'll want to experience everything that makes San Marcos a one-of-a-kind vacation spot. These are some of the top attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Legoland California (8.7 mi / 13.9 km)
- San Diego Zoo Safari Park (9.9 mi / 15.9 km)
- Ferrara Winery (5.3 mi / 8.5 km)
- The Crossings at Carlsbad (8.3 mi / 13.4 km)
- Orfila Vineyard and Winery (8.5 mi / 13.7 km)
- Sealife Aquarium (8.8 mi / 14.1 km)
Seasonal weather in San Marcos
If you're hoping to enjoy some warm-weather activities on your vacation, August, September, July and June are the hottest months to visit, when temperatures average 88°F.
Exploring the natural features in San Marcos
Travelers love San Marcos for its panoramic lake views and pristine beaches. Whether you're an adventurous traveler or just want to appreciate the scenery, San Marcos is a great place to spend some time outside. These are some of the area's most eye-catching sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation Nature Center (8.7 mi / 13.9 km)
- San Diego Botanic Garden (9.2 mi / 14.8 km)
- Flower Fields of Carlsbad (9.3 mi / 14.9 km)
- Carlsbad Lagoon (9.8 mi / 15.7 km)
- Encinitas Community Park (10.2 mi / 16.4 km)
- Moonlight State Beach (10.3 mi / 16.6 km)