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3 Star Hotels in Escondido

A buffet setup with coffee dispensers, coffee mugs, and food containers.

A reception desk with a computer, a clock, and a sign indicating check-out time.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A gym with cardio machines, a weight machine, and a TV on the wall.

1. Continental Inn San Diego Hotel Escondido

Escondido

$144

$158 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, a fire feature, and a view of parked cars and palm trees.

A reception area with a modern design, including a reception desk, a wall with a hexagonal pattern, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple seating options, and a large window providing a view.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Springhill Suites by Marriott" and a parking area with cars.

2. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Escondido Downtown

Central Escondido

$143

$158 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A water slide with large rocks, a pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, and mountains in the background.

A resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and a mountainous backdrop.

Two wooden Adirondack chairs facing a body of water with a grassy area and trees in the background.

A dining area with a view of a golf course and pond.

3. Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

Lawrence Welk Resort Village

$159

$210 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

An outdoor patio with a grill, dining area, and seating.

A gym with treadmills and elliptical machines, large windows, and outdoor seating with umbrellas.

A pool area with lounge chairs, a pool, and a covered seating area.

A modern hotel lobby with a stone fireplace, a reception desk, and a blue seating area.

4. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos

San Marcos

$143

$158 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hotel lobby with a large seating area, a kitchen counter with coffee machines, and a stone fireplace.

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a television mounted on the wall.

A compact kitchen with dark cabinets, a white refrigerator, and a dishwasher. There is a small dining area with a table and chairs.

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.

5. Sonesta ES Suites San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

Carmel Mountain Ranch

$96

$109 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

An outdoor patio with seating, umbrellas, and palm trees.

A spacious lobby with a large sofa, multiple chairs, and a coffee table.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a television screen.

A hotel with a central courtyard, palm trees, and a red curb.

6. Hilton Garden Inn San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

Rancho Bernardo

$158

$179 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a tennis court, and mountains in the background.

A pool table with a view of a mountainous landscape through large windows.

A building with a red-tiled roof, large windows, and a landscaped garden.

7. Riviera Oaks Resort by Coolvacay

San Diego Country Estates

$108

$133 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern hotel exterior with a stone facade, large windows, and a reception area.

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large TV screen.

A spacious hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a stone accent wall, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A modern hotel room with a pool table, a sofa, a small round table, and a television.

8. Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego North San Marcos

San Marcos

$134

$148 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a building with multiple windows and balconies.

A spacious lobby with a wooden staircase, a reception desk, and a large rug.

A hotel with a large entrance, a covered patio area, and a tower-like structure.

A spacious living area with a sofa, dining tables, and a fireplace.

9. West Inn & Suites

City Center

$118

$155 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern lobby with leather seating, a fireplace, and a large plant.

A Hyatt Place hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a brick facade.

A modern Hyatt Place hotel with a glass entrance and palm trees in the foreground.

A hotel lobby with a curved reception desk, seating area, and a large plant.

10. Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad

Vista

$118

$130 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

An outdoor seating area with sofas, chairs, and tables, surrounded by a stone wall and string lights.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a large window with a view of a landscape.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a large window providing natural light.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a kitchen in the background.

11. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

Vista

$149

$164 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A Courtyard Marriott outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a fire feature, and stone accents.

A landscaped garden with a pond, walking paths, and a building in the background.

A modern hotel with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

A modern hotel lobby with a mix of seating options, including sofas and tables, and a Starbucks coffee station.

12. Courtyard by Marriott San Diego - Rancho Bernardo

Rancho Bernardo

$143

$163 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A pool area with a view of palm trees and a sunset.

A hotel with a prominent sign, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.

A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and free weights.

A breakfast bar with coffee machines, a waffle maker, and a fruit display.

13. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

South Beach

$105

$118 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a blue umbrella, and a view of the ocean.

A spacious interior with a high ceiling, a skylight, and a modern open-plan layout with seating areas and a dining space.

A living room with a fireplace, seating area, and a view of the kitchen.

A coastal road with palm trees and a beach in the background.

14. Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel

North Beach

$179

$200 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A large outdoor swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge areas, with a central fountain and multiple levels of terraces.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a fire feature, and palm trees.

A modern café with a central seating area, a wooden reception desk, and a neon sign.

A bar with multiple TVs, a variety of liquor bottles, and several bar stools.

15. Harrah's Resort Southern California Hotel & Casino - A Caesars Rewards Destination

Funner

$149

$165 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

An outdoor seating area with modern furniture, a fire feature, and a building with large windows in the background.

A spacious conference room with a large table, multiple chairs, and a sofa. There are ceiling lights, a television, and a kitchen area visible.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large potted plant.

A sandy beach with footprints and seagulls.

16. Holiday Inn Carlsbad by IHG

Bressi Ranch

$135

$151 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An outdoor seating area with a stone wall, two chairs, and a central fire feature.

A compact kitchen with dark cabinets, a black refrigerator, a microwave, and a coffee maker. There is a dining area with a table and chairs.

A Best Western Plus hotel with a stone facade, palm trees, and a well-lit entrance.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with a sofa, and a television screen.

17. Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms

Townsite

$105

$119 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

An outdoor patio area with turquoise chairs, a fire pit, and palm trees.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a fireplace, and a large chandelier.

A swimming pool with a hot tub, surrounded by yellow chairs and palm trees, with a building in the background.

A modern hotel with a covered entrance, stone pillars, and a sign reading "Home2".

18. Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

City Center

$139

$156 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, surrounded by chairs, under a pergola.

A modern lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a large screen TV.

A hotel reception area with a Pepsi refrigerator, a large mosaic wall, and a wooden floor.

A modern hotel with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad

City Center

$140

$158 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A pool area with a LEGO play structure, lounge chairs, and a hotel sign.

A hotel room with a bed featuring a striped bedspread with a skull and crossbones design, a wooden headboard, and a red wall with a pirate-themed decoration.

A wooden cabin interior with a bed, a window with a view, and a monkey decoration.

A restaurant interior with multiple tables, chairs, and a prominent red sign for a recipe book.

20. LEGOLAND California Hotel

Carlsbad Ranch

$221

$299 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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Top neighborhoods in Escondido

A waterfall cascading into a pool surrounded by rocky terrain and greenery.

A serene pond surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

A donut shop named Peterson's Donut Corner with a menu board and a sign for shirts for sale.

A neon sign with the text 'Niederfranks' in a shop window.

Central Escondido

Central Escondido blends vibrant Latino culture with historic small-town charm. Stroll down Grand Avenue to admire the restored 1920s Ritz Theater and colorful murals depicting Mexican heritage. The weekly farmers' market transforms downtown streets into a maze of produce stalls and food trucks serving fresh tortillas. The California Center for the Arts hosts performances while Grape Day Park offers a peaceful retreat. Authentic Mexican restaurants dominate the food scene with family-run taquerias serving amazing carne asada at wallet-friendly prices. Downtown is highly walkable with wide sidewalks, though having a car helps for exploring nearby attractions like Stone Brewing and San Diego Zoo Safari Park.

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A city at sunset with a dramatic sky, featuring clouds and a mountain range in the background.

A mountainous landscape with a parking lot, a river, and a bridge.

A serene lake surrounded by palm trees and hills.

Lawrence Welk Resort Village

Tee off at The Oaks Course or catch a Broadway-style show at the dinner theater in Lawrence Welk Resort Village. This Mediterranean-inspired getaway offers a peaceful retreat with championship golf, swimming pools, and a museum celebrating the famous bandleader's legacy. Manicured gardens and oak-dotted hills create the perfect backdrop for vacation villas cascading down scenic slopes. Resort restaurants serve American comfort food with golf course views, while the on-site spa provides relaxing treatments after a day outdoors. A personal vehicle is essential as public transit is limited, though resort shuttles help you navigate the grounds. Expect quiet evenings and family-friendly amenities in this self-contained Hidden Meadows escape.

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A rustic wooden bench with a metal top, set against a backdrop of a hay bale wall and a wooden fence.

Lake Wohlford

Lake Wohlford delivers a peaceful escape where nature takes center stage just outside Escondido. The sparkling reservoir beckons fishing enthusiasts while hikers can wander oak-dotted hills with panoramic valley views. Birdwatchers spot waterfowl and raptors amid the chaparral, and photographers capture stunning sunrises reflecting off calm waters. Getting around requires your own wheels since public transit is limited in this rustic area. Accommodation options include lakeside vacation rentals and private cabins that blend into the natural landscape. Pack provisions for outdoor adventures as dining options are scarce, with Escondido proper being your best bet for restaurants.

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A forest with tall pine trees and a rocky mountain in the background.

Hidden Meadows

The quiet Hidden Meadows neighborhood is loved for its mountain views, and has lots of places to visit including The Oaks Course.

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A rocky stream surrounded by trees and vegetation.

Felicita

The Felicita neighborhood has lots to see including Felicita County Park and The Centre.

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Top landmarks in Escondido

San Diego Zoo Safari Park

9.2/10 (2,536 reviews)

Why not give yourself a treat with a trip to San Diego Zoo Safari Park, one of the most popular family attractions located 0.6 mi (1 km) from central San Pasqual Valley. If you have fun at San Diego Zoo Safari Park, you'll love Queen Califa's Magical Circle, located nearby.

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California Center For The Arts

8.0/10 (85 reviews)

Why not give yourself a treat with a trip to California Center For The Arts, just one of the family attractions in central Escondido. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. If you have fun at California Center For The Arts, you'll love Center for the Performing Arts Escondido and Queen Califa's Magical Circle, both located nearby.

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Stone Brewing

8.8/10 (127 reviews)

Stone Brewing is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from central Escondido, why not stop by during your stay.

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The Vineyard at Escondido

8.2/10 (59 reviews)

You might want to practice your swing at The Vineyard at Escondido, a golf course located 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from central Escondido. If The Vineyard at Escondido doesn't quite scratch your golfing itch, Rancho Bernardo Inn Course, and Maderas Golf Club are also nearby.

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Orfila Vineyard and Winery

8.8/10 (11 reviews)

Travelers might want a tour of Orfila Vineyard and Winery, just one of the places to visit, and located 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from central San Pasqual Valley.

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The Oaks Course

You might want to play some rounds at The Oaks Course, located 8.5 mi (13.6 km) from central Escondido. If The Oaks Course doesn't quite scratch your golfing itch, Twin Oaks Golf Club is also nearby.

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Cordiano Winery

7.4/10 (40 reviews)

Travelers might want a tour of Cordiano Winery, just one of the places to visit, and located 6.6 mi (10.6 km) from central Escondido.

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San Pasqual Battlefield State Historic Park

6.4/10 (10 reviews)

San Pasqual Battlefield State Historic Park is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from central San Pasqual Valley, why not stop by during your stay.

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