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18 Dec - 20 Dec
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15 Jan - 17 Jan

Our top choices for Lake San Marcos holiday rentals

A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, a built-in microwave, and a large island with a wooden countertop.

1. Sunrise Luxurious Master Room/Own Bath/Separated Entry/Vista

Sunrise Luxurious Master Room/Own Bath/Separated Entry/Vista
Vista
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"This was a great place to stay. The room was very clean and well kept. The owner was responsive and helpful. We would stay here again."
United States
Michael
The price is NZ$265
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Sunrise Luxurious Master Room/Own Bath/Separated Entry/Vista
A garden with a red tractor, potted plants, and a stone wall.

2. Garden vibe stationary RV in No. San Diego County with WiFi, AC. TV. Views.

Garden vibe stationary RV in No. San Diego County with WiFi, AC. TV. Views.
West Ridge
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (24 reviews)
"I had a delightful stay in the rv. The hosts are very responsive and helpful, and the property is lovely and creative. It was a perfect place to stay on my solo-trip. Highly recommend!"
United States
Anne D.
The price is NZ$209
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Garden vibe stationary RV in No. San Diego County with WiFi, AC. TV. Views.
A stone-walled bathroom with a waterfall shower, potted plants, and a wooden bench.

3. Casa Grotto, 1 Bed Stone Cave Cottage, Panoramic Ocean View, Stone Shower, & Gym

Casa Grotto, 1 Bed Stone Cave Cottage, Panoramic Ocean View, Stone Shower, & Gym
Lake San Marcos
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"I would rent this property over and over again. My girlfriend and I had the best experience! The property is immaculate and the view is absolutely stunning. The grotto house is first class, and I highly recommend renting it."
United States
Bobby B.
The price is NZ$742
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Casa Grotto, 1 Bed Stone Cave Cottage, Panoramic Ocean View, Stone Shower, & Gym

4. Hilltop cabin with panoramic lake & mountain views

Hilltop cabin with panoramic lake & mountain views
Del Dios
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (55 reviews)
"I loved how unique and cute this stay was"
United States
Kayla
The price is NZ$330
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Hilltop cabin with panoramic lake & mountain views
A trailer with a covered deck area featuring wicker furniture and a small table.

5. Vintage Airstream Trailer in the Hills of San Marcos!

Vintage Airstream Trailer in the Hills of San Marcos!
San Marcos
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (42 reviews)
"A great weekend getaway!"
United States
Trevor N.
The price is NZ$403
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Vintage Airstream Trailer in the Hills of San Marcos!
A swimming pool with a reflection of a building with arched windows and a blue roof.

6. Spacious Paradise - Game room, Legoland, Hot Tub, Private Gym

Spacious Paradise - Game room, Legoland, Hot Tub, Private Gym
Vista
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (30 reviews)
"Host was very welcoming and thoughtful. Property exceeded expectations. We would most definitely stay here again. "
United States
david f.
The price is NZ$1,268
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Spacious Paradise - Game room, Legoland, Hot Tub, Private Gym
A beach with waves, a sandy shore, and a distant cityscape.

7. Beautiful Private Get-away, Casita/Studio

Beautiful Private Get-away, Casita/Studio
Vista
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (230 reviews)
"Nice property, great host who makes great banana bread. The off street parking was convenient."
United States
Unspecified U.
The price is NZ$400
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Beautiful Private Get-away, Casita/Studio
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden floor, a bathroom with a mirror and sink, and a small desk.

8. 2 Queen Beds | Mini Fridge

2 Queen Beds | Mini Fridge
Central Escondido
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (63 reviews)
"Great stay, really convenient location!"
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
2 Queen Beds | Mini Fridge
A spacious living area with a blue sofa, a glass coffee table, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

9. Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort

Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort
2.5 star property
Solana Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (379 reviews)
"Enjoyed the stay"
United States
Clifford
The price is NZ$306
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Winners Circle Solana Beach Del Mar Resort
A surfboard leaning against a white wall, a potted plant on a small table, and a brick fireplace.

10. The perfect stay for Families and Friends

The perfect stay for Families and Friends
Peacock
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (36 reviews)
"Host was very supportiveStay was comfortable Place is clean and charming"
United States
Maya R.
The price is NZ$823
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
The perfect stay for Families and Friends
A clear swimming pool with a stone border, surrounded by lush greenery and a chair.

11. Cozy & romantic tiny house w/magnificent views, hillside pool, & adorable goats

Cozy & romantic tiny house w/magnificent views, hillside pool, & adorable goats
Del Dios
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Great location with beautiful views. The pool was nice and relaxing"
United States
SYLVIA
The price is NZ$508
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Cozy & romantic tiny house w/magnificent views, hillside pool, & adorable goats
A pathway leading to a white building with balconies, surrounded by palm trees and greenery.

12. A Slice of Paradise inside the Omni La Costa resort, Carlsbad! Villa 6534

A Slice of Paradise inside the Omni La Costa resort, Carlsbad! Villa 6534
La Costa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (31 reviews)
"Nice big resort."
United States
Wellington
The price is NZ$918
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
A Slice of Paradise inside the Omni La Costa resort, Carlsbad! Villa 6534
A modern kitchen with a large marble island, stainless steel appliances, and white cabinetry.

13. ~OPEN Oct 4-8! Beachy Lagoon Getaway! Pool & Spa, Pets OK, Remodeled!~

~OPEN Oct 4-8! Beachy Lagoon Getaway! Pool & Spa, Pets OK, Remodeled!~
Aviara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"The house works wonderfully fora large group up to 13. Great bedrooms, nice kitchen and gathering space and a good pool. Cyndi responded to questions quickly and offered helpful info."
United States
Laurie P.
The price is NZ$899
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
~OPEN Oct 4-8! Beachy Lagoon Getaway! Pool & Spa, Pets OK, Remodeled!~
A beach with a lifeguard tower, a clear sky, and distant mountains.

14. ~OPEN 9/23-25! Billiards! Pool/Spa, Jetted Tub, Pets Ok by Beach!~

~OPEN 9/23-25! Billiards! Pool/Spa, Jetted Tub, Pets Ok by Beach!~
Aviara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (205 reviews)
"My family & I had a wonderful stay and everything went smoothly from start to finish. The home was clean, comfortable, and exactly as described. We really enjoyed our time here and appreciated the great experience. We would definitely stay here again and look forward to returning."
United States
Jennifer
The price is NZ$709
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
~OPEN 9/23-25! Billiards! Pool/Spa, Jetted Tub, Pets Ok by Beach!~
A resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.

15. Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
4.0 star property
Carlsbad Village
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,854 reviews)
"We’ve stayed here many times and it’s always excellent"
Canada
jerry
The price is NZ$456
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
A beach with a pier extending into the ocean, a playground, and a road parallel to the beach.

16. Southern California Beach Club

Southern California Beach Club
3.0 star property
Townsite
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (566 reviews)
"Best location in the area. On the Beach with spacious rooms."
United States
Alan
The price is NZ$339
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Southern California Beach Club
A beachside promenade with palm trees, a boardwalk, and a view of the ocean.

17. Cheerful 4 bedroom

Cheerful 4 bedroom
Vista
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (36 reviews)
"My family and i had a great time! Thank you!"
United States
Dia H.
The price is NZ$554
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Cheerful 4 bedroom
A backyard with a fire pit, lounge chairs, and a swimming pool.

18. The Fairy Tale Estate

The Fairy Tale Estate
Mira Costa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (38 reviews)
"Great place, lots of comfy beds and fun games to play. Great stocked kitchen too. "
United States
Alex G.
The price is NZ$1,109
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
The Fairy Tale Estate
A painting of a sea turtle with a textured, abstract background.

19. ~OPEN 10/12-20! Ocean View! Pool & Spa, Pets OK, Gated by Beach!~

~OPEN 10/12-20! Ocean View! Pool & Spa, Pets OK, Gated by Beach!~
Aviara
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (108 reviews)
"The house was lovely and met our needs."
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is NZ$561
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
~OPEN 10/12-20! Ocean View! Pool & Spa, Pets OK, Gated by Beach!~
A pier extending into the ocean with palm trees in the foreground.

20. Private Lux Bungalow - Pool + Spa l Pet Paradise

Private Lux Bungalow - Pool + Spa l Pet Paradise
Mira Costa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (44 reviews)
"Very quiet and peaceful neighborhood, very quaint property."
United States
Conrad M.
The price is NZ$868
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Private Lux Bungalow - Pool + Spa l Pet Paradise
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Top Lake San Marcos Hotel Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Del Mar

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Del Mar

10/10 Excellent
"An excellent staff and facility"
ROOSEVELT 5-night trip
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Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Del Mar

Find out more about Lake San Marcos

You always said you would go on a dream holiday someday. Now, someday is here. But you don’t just want to dip your toe into the trip of a lifetime, you want to cannonball into the deep end. Go ahead, unplug and unwind in style. When you book one of our Lake San Marcos holiday rentals, the ordinary is in the rearview. Instead of sharing your vacation with hundreds of hotel guests, you get to take advantage of all the space at your private apartment. You also get to enjoy all the amenities of a private residence for a truly unique and memorable stay. Why don’t you take off your shoes and settle in for a while? Your holiday just got upgraded.

As much as you love your vacation rental, it’s always good to get out and explore to soak up Lake San Marcos. Live like a local: Eat regional food, cheer on the home team, and visit the best cultural attractions in town. No matter the season, there is always something going on in Lake San Marcos. Seeing all the best attractions is bound to make you fall in love with Lake San Marcos. Who knows, you may even be tempted to extend your stay. There’s a reason home rentals are so popular here—after a long day of exploration, going back to your very own living room to stretch out is a dream come true. 

It’s your escape so why share it? You deserve your own slice of paradise. Booking your holiday rental on Expedia is simple and safe. Just pick your dates to search for the perfect property and book securely. We let you contact the property owner directly to make any special arrangements. All that’s left to do is show up with bells on and have a memorable vacation. With all the amenities available in Lake San Marcos short-term rentals, that won’t be hard to do.

Frequently asked questions

Can I find holiday rentals in Lake San Marcos?

Yes, you can find holiday rentals where you'll be just 6 mi (9.6 km) from LEGOLAND® California, offering you a more remote option if you'd like a quiet spot to stay. Visitors to Lake San Marcos speak positively about the scenic lakeside and top-notch restaurants in this destination. Give yourself some extra time to check out the shops and breweries during your trip.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Lake San Marcos has to offer?

Aquamarine Villas: This holiday home rental outside of Lake San Marcos is located near the beach, and has an outdoor pool, a fireplace and a BBQ to put you at ease in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a dishwasher, a stovetop and a microwave. It offers a balcony, a garden and an arcade/games room so that you can immerse yourself in your holiday.

How many holiday rentals will I find in Lake San Marcos?

With 7 Expedia holiday rentals, you're guaranteed to find just the right place for your Lake San Marcos stay.

What’s there to see and do in Lake San Marcos?

While exploring the area, visit family-friendly sights like LEGOLAND® California, or get outside and enjoy nature at Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park. The Links at Lakehouse and San Diego Zoo Safari Park are a couple of places you'll find in the wider area.

What’s a holiday rental in Lake San Marcos like?

Holiday rentals are private properties where you can stay for a few weeks, or just a few days, in Lake San Marcos. Holiday rentals provide amenities like kitchens and laundry facilities so you'll have all the comforts of home. If you're concerned about cleanliness, holiday rentals can offer a sense of security away from public hotel lifts and lobbies bustling with people while still allowing you the enjoyment of travel. You'll also have more space in a holiday rental than in a standard hotel, which is another reason why a holiday rental is a great choice for a family trip or a small group gathering.