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Hampton Inn San Marcos

4.2
(586 reviews)

Business Details

123 E. Carmel Street, San Marcos, CA
92078, United States
(760) 736-9249
https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/sansmhx-hampton-san-marcos/

About

HotelHampton Inn
The Hampton Inn San Marcos hotel in California is conveniently located just off Route 78 at Twin Oaks Valley Road. Nearby the hotel our guests enjoy area attractions such as Legoland, The Wild Animal Park and the fabulous beaches of California. The Hampton Inn hotel offers clean and comfortable rooms with amenities such as coffeemaker, hair dryer, iron and ironing board, data ports and complimentary HBO available in all of our spacious rooms. Enjoy local phone calls, and no surcharges for using a calling card. Our beautiful hotel lobby is host to our complimentary breakfast served every morning. The hotel has easy access to Cal State San Marcos, Palomar College and Twin Oaks Golf Course. We are located minutes away from the famous Restaurant Row in San Marcos, California, with over 20 restaurants to choose from. Come let us welcome you to our Hampton Inn Family! We love having you here at the Hampton Inn San Marcos hotel in California!

Location

Hampton Inn San Marcos
123 E. Carmel Street, San Marcos, CA
92078, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.2
586 reviews
5 stars
311
4 stars
161
3 stars
71
2 stars
18
1 star
25

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Cleanliness Issues

Multiple reviews highlighted concerns about the cleanliness and maintenance of the rooms, with reports of stains, mold, and overall poor hygiene.

Staff Performance

The staff received positive feedback for their friendliness and helpfulness, although some guests noted inconsistencies in service quality.

Outdated Facilities

Many customers mentioned that the hotel is in need of renovations, citing old furniture, dated decor, and general wear and tear.

Breakfast Quality

The breakfast was generally well-received, with many guests appreciating the variety and quality, though some noted it could be improved.

Location Convenience

Guests appreciated the hotel's convenient location near amenities and attractions, making it a favorable choice for travelers.
  • SL
    Steven Laboy
    Jan 18, 2026
    5.0
    Typical Hampton Inn experience.
  • PV
    Presh Villa
    Dec 14, 2025
    5.0
    Ok so it's not new but the bed and pillows clean and comfy. A very good shower as in great water pressure. Breakfast was ok, but the staff are the nicest ever!
  • MS
    Michelle Spresser
    Nov 21, 2025
    1.0
    Hotel is old and has seen better days. Curtains torn. Place did not feel safe or clean, we left and went to stay at a different hotel it felt so bad. I felt like I needed a shower after walking into the room. Old furniture. Stains on all the furniture. Doors chipped. Customer service at the front desk was entirely unhelpful. Whole check in process was confusing and frustrating. Amazing how wildly different Hamptons can be. Unfortunate to have wasted money and had to pay double to go somewhere else. But worth it for our piece of mind to be somewhere clean. Steer clear.
  • PR
    Pro Hotel Reviewer
    Oct 17, 2025
    5.0
    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Exceptional Stay in San Marcos! Ignore the Low Reviews! I just wrapped up a wonderful five-day, four-night stay at the Hampton Inn San Marcos, and I have to say, this hotel is absolutely luxurious! I can't believe the low ratings I've seen in other reviews—they must be crazy. This was a fantastic experience from start to finish. I booked this room for myself and a friend after finishing a long and painfully eight-hour shift at the hospital that I work at. It was the perfect place to unwind and recharge. I even picked up my friend right after work, and he enjoyed the hotel stay, and after our long day, it was easy getting back to his house (only four minutes away!) and then just as easy to drop him off there when our stay was over. First off, the cleanliness was incredible. The rooms looked nicely great and so clean it was as if housekeeping had just left a second ago. Seriously, I even did a quick mold check (occupational habit, perhaps!), and found no mold at all. The attention to cleanliness here is top-notch. The location was also perfect for me! My friend lives only four minutes away from the hotel in the area, so it was incredibly nice going over to his house and hanging out with him afterwards. We also took a refreshing dip in the pool, which was a nice way to relax. The breakfast truly exceeded expectations. I'd give it an 8.5 out of 10—definitely upper class for a hotel breakfast. The scrambled eggs were nice and good, and the bacon was nice, crispy, and sweet—perfection! The coffee tasted warm, nice, and sweet as well. I will absolutely be coming back here the next time I have vacation from work, and I will definitely be bringing my family too if I get the chance!
  • SC
    Sa Chi
    Oct 17, 2025
    3.0
    Beds are super comfy. Fall asleep fast. Room is clean and the AC unit runs quiet enough. Continental breakfast is supposed to be ready 6am, it isn't. Pool and jacuzzi are nice and clean.

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