Name: Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
Address: 517 San Marcos Blvd, San Marcos, 92078, US

6/10

Pleasant

25 Jul 2026

Kevin

The rooms were reasonably clean. The hotel overall is a bit rundown. The pillows were probably my least favorite thing— just foam pillows. Not terribly comfortable. The stopper in the tub didn’t work for taking a bath. Decent price during a high volume weekend.

6/10

Pleasant

25 Jul 2026

Raymundo

Q

4/10

Poor

25 Jul 2026

HOAI-HUONG

If you like the quite place, stay away from this hotel.

6/10

Pleasant

25 Jul 2026

Mohamed

Everything was fine and was happy for them to move me to another room

4/10

Poor

25 Jul 2026

Brenda

The location was not bad, but the property definitely needed some improvement. Our room was hot, the ac did not work well and our room smell old musty and dirty ..

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jul 2026

Maria A

Parking was easy and secure. The air condition was loud. There were some spots on the floor that was missed in cleaning.

6/10

Pleasant

23 Jul 2026

TED

The guy at the front desk was very helpful. The room was clean and the bed comfortable. There was a small refrigerator and a microwave but no coffee maker. There were only two paper cups and nothing for keeping ice. The breakfast was just pasties and make your own waffle. There are lots of restaurants near the hotel. For the price, you get what you pay for there. No frills and not a pleasant area but safe.

8/10

Excellent

23 Jul 2026

Benjamin

For what it is and the area. I have no real complaints. Anything that I have a concern with or feel that needs to be addressed is simple things. Hotel is aged but maintained, not sure what breakfast is supposed to be, only having pastries and being able to make waffles is okay, but I did anticipate some food like eggs and bacon or some kind of breakfast meat. But it's not a deal breaker unless you have to have it. I've been places that offer it and thought it was standard. Next, ICE! with the weather being what it is right now, there was no bucket for ice in our room. So I was forced to use my cups that were not available in the room either. None of this is a deal breaker for me, but just observed. Now, the area of most concern. Room safety, this can be a deal breaker moving forward. As I was on the first floor, I notied that the room window faced a major street and fence outside is not that tall or secure and when I entered the room the window was not really locked. (lock is kinda flimsy anyway) had I not checked before leaving my room for the day. Anyone willing and daring enough could have opened it and got in the room. When it comes to safety, I hope everyone double checks the room and surroundings, a simple extra piece to lock the windows would go a long way. But over all, the room served it's purpose and price was reasonable.

6/10

Pleasant

21 Jul 2026

Ruben

Was good to stay for a day. The price was great. They do serve breakfast. The rooms are ok but its out dated. The windows are old and one of the lamps had a short or maybe the bulb was going out. The a/c is very old. It did blow but it was very humid. You had to stand near the air to even feel it. Luckily I had an extra fan. Also the A/C had a hole looking out. May that was why the air was not at its full potential. The bathroom vent did not work making the room dense when taking a shower. There was plenty of towels and and was very well maintained. Just a bit dated. It did the job I suppose.

Family_with_children

2/10

Poor

19 Jul 2026

James

The bed we got was broken and messed up our back it was broken from the middle and ac machine broken as well

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jul 2026

Otto

It’s worth it for the price. But WiFi is bad and breakfast isn’t the best. Rooms have damage but for the price it’s worth it.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jul 2026

Lark

Staff was extremely friendly and the room was clean. Breakfast was served every morning from 6a-10a.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jul 2026

Kimberly

This place is pretty nice overall. Breakfast items were limited, but it’s very nice they offer it (waffles, toast & muffins, coffee & juice, oranges). They do charge $100 for their deposit not $50 anymore and check out used to be before noon- it still says noon on their Expedia page, but it is 11am. No big deal, since most places do have 11am checkout deadlines, though there are a few that have 12pm checkouts w no additional charge. I got in very late the previous night (after 11pm) and the young lady at the desk in the am was very kind to still allow me to check out at noon, when I asked ahead of time.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

08 Jul 2026

Somret

Clean room parking

Friends

6/10

Pleasant

07 Jul 2026

Melissa

Staff were helpful in letting us check in early. Room was fine and roomy. Beds weren't that comfortable but shower was great. The fridge in the room was great, had enough space for all our food. We would stay again for a close, inexpensive spot near San Diego.

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

06 Jul 2026

Salvador

On the second floor, the hotel smelled like marijuana; even though doors and windows had been opened to air it out, the odor was strong. A screw was sticking out of the bathtub handle, and the cover plate for the screws had fallen off. Luckily, I always bring my own shampoo, because the hotel's dispenser was empty.

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

05 Jul 2026

Jesse

The room was clean but the door handle was breaking

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

02 Jul 2026

Crystal

Room was clean, most of staff was nice, parking wasn’t terrible. A couple lights didn’t work in the room. For the price it wasn’t too awful

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jul 2026

Yahir Rodriguez

perfect

6/10

Pleasant

01 Jul 2026

GERMANO

Much older property, but less expensive,
Breakfast was a tiny bit better than the Days inn in Carlsbad, included a warm waffle and some bad pastries, also no elevator!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jul 2026

Lillie

Convenient, good customer service

Self

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jun 2026

Mark

Everything was great 👍😃

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jun 2026

Pamela

The room
Was clean, the staff was accommodating- parking was easy- everything was just fine.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jun 2026

Deborah

Staff are very helpful and rooms are clean. Many shopping plazas near by, Mexican restaurant right next door and a McDonald’s across the street. Down side; pool was somewhat dirty and saw it get filtered on the third day as we were checking out. The “breakfast” consisted of coffee and pastries, oh yeah and a waffle maker. Typically when hotels say “breakfast included” it includes of cereal, juice, yogurt and beige

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jun 2026

John

Clean room

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jun 2026

Catherine E.

Minimal but the accommodations were what I needed. Breakfast very good ! Heating cooling difficult to operate. Excellent/convenient location in the city

8/10

Excellent

22 Jun 2026

Nelson

Some lights did not work right tv was complicated to use

Self

4/10

Poor

22 Jun 2026

Amanda

Although the desk operator was super efficient and very professional, there were cobwebs in the corner of the front office and it looked uninviting. The room smelled like Pine Sol, and I had to leave bc my head started aching. I do not recommend this place.

8/10

Excellent

22 Jun 2026

Daniel

M

Business Self

6/10

Pleasant

20 Jun 2026

Glen

The breakfast was very disappointing, have stayed in many days inn in or city’s and state and this one breakfast was not even as close to others. And paid much more for this room then others and expected the breakfast to be as equal as other.

Partner

4/10

Poor

19 Jun 2026

Tanya

No proper breakfast, only waffles and junk food.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jun 2026

majorie

Good property, close to many stores and restaurants and very close to freeways. Thank you for a great stay.

Self

2/10

Poor

15 Jun 2026

Monica

Hotel is Right next to the freeway. Driving up was a simple inn. Plenty of parking. A bit sketchy. Our room was on the other side of the freeway facing the back of a business. Woke up to find that the shower handle was broken. So no shower for us. When we brought it up to management they didn’t try to make it better or even offered an apology. $148, not worth it without a working shower. Grab and go breakfast bread and coffee. We will not be coming back!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jun 2026

Frank

Older hotel, but they clean daily and the rooms are comfortable enough for the price. Good location and they had my room ready early so I could check in on arrival. Excellent for the price

Self

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jun 2026

Rose

Hotel is conveniently located right off the 78 freeway. Front desk and staff are attentive and helpful. Rooms clean and maintained. Simple, nice breakfast options daily.

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jun 2026

dawnn

It was really nicely cleaned and comfortable. Highly recommend.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

04 Jun 2026

Greg

Dated property. Lots of freeway noise. Bed was broken down on one side (I almost rolled off on to the floor. “Breakfast included” is coffee, juice machine (broken during my stay), a waffle maker and pre-packaged danishes….Highly unlikely that I will stay here again. At least it was inexpensive!

Self

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jun 2026

Armando

Clean room

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

28 May 2026

Raghu

1. Bad breakfast
2. Shoddy Internet coverage
3. Appliances in the room were not working
4. Feels like a rundown motel

Family

10/10

Exceptional

26 May 2026

MELISSA

No frills hotel conveniently located by fast food and highway exit. Very clean room and plenty of parking available. I was traveling for work and it suited my purposes just fine.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

25 May 2026

marcos

There was a reason this hotel was cheaper than the others. Our room had an AC until with busted buttons, the bathroom tiles were cracked and lifting up.

Partner

2/10

Poor

24 May 2026

David

This hotel was dirty, there was dog poop everywhere, very little water pressure and very run down. We will not stay here again. A lot of smoking around the area, the pool was dirty. The staff was nice but it was horrible amenities and so so so dirty

Partner

8/10

Excellent

23 May 2026

Paul

Great place to stay. It was neat and clean and the breakfast was delicious. The atmosphere was very quiet and overall very safe. Check in and check out was fast. Lots of stores near by with an option of fast food places to eat. The parking was no problem being ample.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

21 May 2026

Clarissa

Clean room. Once we figured out how to use the shower that was great. Check in guy was fantastic. Sorry forgot his name. Check out lady was rude and short with her answers to me. No reason why and I didn’t press it. But not cool. Other than that, it was a pleasant visit.

Partner

2/10

Poor

20 May 2026

Jakob

The room was outdated and there was cigarette burns on the comforter.
The shower did not work so were not able to shower before our brother's graduation.The room backed up to an alley which seemed very unsafe. There was also homeless on the property.

Partner

2/10

Poor

15 May 2026

Haig

I don’t recommend it

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

14 May 2026

Jennifer

I liked the tiny room with the decent nightly rate.

Pet

10/10

Exceptional

07 May 2026

KEN

Staffs were really friendly, parking was good, but the breakfast needs more than just coffee, breads, waffles and oranges. You need to add protein like eggs, yogurt, milk, cereals like other motels. That’s why we moved to Motel 6 in Escondido. It’s basically same price, just got renovated and they have better breakfasts.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 May 2026

Jose

Very quiet, very comfortable bedding. Breakfast was basic

Self

10/10

Exceptional

30 Apr 2026

ARTURO

Yes, all good

8/10

Excellent

29 Apr 2026

Crystal

Not to desirable!

Self

6/10

Pleasant

29 Apr 2026

Crystal

Very run down! Whole complex needs a total refresh and remodel!

Self

10/10

Exceptional

28 Apr 2026

molly

Service is great, the room is clean. Its noisy from traffic, but other than that overall, its good for the price.

8/10

Excellent

19 Apr 2026

Oscar

Area tranquila, restaurante y marketa al lado

Partner

4/10

Poor

16 Apr 2026

Danielle

This property is in serious neglect. The counter in the bathroom had makeup stains from previous guests. The sink faucet leaked when in use. Upon arrival there was water all over the bathroom floor, we thought the toilet was leaking but didn’t find the source of the leak and it didn't return after we cleaned it up. If you are looking for a slight step above an hourly motel then this is the place. The door to our room was a residential interior door, not exactly screaming security!! We arrived around 11pm and checked in through a window instead of the lobby. I had even called ahead to let them know of the late arrival and was not advised of the lobby situation. The breakfast was lackluster at best! The only redeeming grace was the bakery/mexican resturant adjacent on the property. The staff was friendly and inviting, that is the only saving grace for this location.

Partner

2/10

Poor

14 Apr 2026

juan c

The room smelled terrible. The sheets were stained with blood. Asked to have them changed, they gave me queen sized sheets for a king size bed and said I could either take them or sleep in the dirty ones because they had no more. Terrible, terrible terrible. Stains in the sheets, stains in the chairs, DISGUSTING!

6/10

Pleasant

12 Apr 2026

Gary

Wifi fails to connect on my devices, ac in one room not functioning, some highway noise. Breakfast was minimal only waffles available. Location for my purposes was perfect.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

11 Apr 2026

Nanci

The room was clean. Very small refrigerator. It could be a really super place to stay if it was just updated. I liked that it was in the middle of a bunch of restaurants and grocery stores and it was easy to get about. The room was just tired.

6/10

Pleasant

08 Apr 2026

Samantha

Pet friendly. Next to a major highway so there was constant noise. Breakfast is a waffle maker and some wrapped pastries. The hotel is also next to a busy plaza strip so there are constant trucks bringing in merchandise to the merchants. The hotel is best if you are just passing thru for the night.

Family

4/10

Poor

03 Apr 2026

Sherry

N/A

Partner

8/10

Excellent

01 Apr 2026

Richard

The parking was easy no issues staff was accommodating

10/10

Exceptional

30 Mar 2026

CHRISTOPHER

Clean rooms, staff was professional. the smoke detector didn’t have a battery tho. need a permit for free parking but not sure if it mattered because it’s was open to park anywhere. deposit was returned. stay was good. no issues with guests being loud. didn’t really notice noise from the freeway with the hotel being right off the exit. the towels were clean but thin and not as absorbent. tv, microwave, small fridge, clock, iron, hair dryer, shampoo, liquid soap, clean sheets, desk, all good.

Friends_and_family Friends

6/10

Pleasant

27 Mar 2026

Roger

Room they gave a Smoking Room smelled

2/10

Poor

22 Mar 2026

sujeli

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6/10

Pleasant

22 Mar 2026

Sofia

The staff was friendly but if you pay for a budget hotel, do not expect anything more than sub par. Very outdated but you can survive if you’re there just overnight.

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

19 Mar 2026

Robert

Very clean, friendly staff, but the WiFi didn’t work at all the entire stay. I repeatedly asked the front desk if there was anything that they could do to fix it and they said they did, but it never worked.

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

18 Mar 2026

Deb

It fit the need perfectly. Close to the college, close to food, close to grocery. A little run down in areas but overall a great place for the price.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

14 Mar 2026

Donna

The only reason I give this less than 5 stars is that although they served breakfast, it was little more than coffee and carbs. Zero protein choices.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

11 Mar 2026

Carlos

Easy check in .

8/10

Excellent

09 Mar 2026

Gary

Clean, poli

10/10

Exceptional

07 Mar 2026

Helen

Always a good place to stay. Comfy beds. Clean. Nice staff.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

05 Mar 2026

David

yes

Self

8/10

Excellent

05 Mar 2026

David

yes

Self

10/10

Exceptional

05 Mar 2026

David

yes

Self

6/10

Pleasant

03 Mar 2026

Gerardo

Need better beds to soft

8/10

Excellent

02 Mar 2026

Maviael

Didn't eat

Self

6/10

Pleasant

24 Feb 2026

Dragan

Just a basic hotel , outdated

Self

6/10

Pleasant

23 Feb 2026

Shane

Train the people at the front desk on being polite…..
Person who checked me in was not friendly.
Room was tiny (but clean).

Self

8/10

Excellent

22 Feb 2026

Aaron

I had the studio suite for my wife, kids and myself. It had 2 queen beds and a living room with a pull out couch. Had 2 TVs, a really good mini fridge that gets beverages cold, and a microwave that takes some time to heat up your food. But overall, stay was good. Area is close to EVERYTHING. McDonald’s, in n out, sushi, kbbq, liquor stores, taco shop, you name it. All in walking distance. Only thing is, it looks unappealing from outside but inside, it’s not that bad. Don’t judge a book by its covers.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

19 Feb 2026

Nathaniel

Clean and pleasant room; good amenities.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Feb 2026

Abraham

Convenient location

Self

8/10

Excellent

16 Feb 2026

Daniel

Place was great. Ok rooms

Business_and_leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

11 Feb 2026

Verified traveler

Very clean room

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

11 Feb 2026

Daryl

The staff was very courteous! The floor in the room was quite dirty.

4/10

Poor

09 Feb 2026

Alaa

Staff not good and room was dirty

Leisure Self

2/10

Poor

08 Feb 2026

Johana

Needed trash bags and room was a dit dirty

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jan 2026

pedro

Clean rooms breakfast and excellent coustmer service I wish they had eggs tho

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

20 Jan 2026

Michael

The room was clean, including bathroom and shower/tub.
In particular, I was impressed by their having made good use of small space. Since there is not room for a closet, they have structured a padded bench for sitting and/or as a place to open luggage, with sturdy hooks on a section of reinforced wall for hanging coats or other clothing.

Leisure Partner

2/10

Poor

19 Jan 2026

Chelsea

If you are looking for rest, comfort, cleanliness, safety, do not come here.

Business_and_leisure

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jan 2026

Kimberly

Kind, helpful front desk staff. A comfortable bed. It's pretty nice for an older hotel and a convenient location

6/10

Pleasant

14 Jan 2026

Kristine

The exterior of the buildings seemed ill maintained.

The TV never worked, and when I had asked the staff about it they were no help.

The receptionist seemed a bit distracted when we came in, and even though we were the only ones in the lobby, it took her longer than expected to take care of us.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

11 Jan 2026

Louise

It was very much a Motel 6 with a better than avg front desk staff. There was no screen in my window when I arrived, in the maintenance guy was upset that I said no, that the bent one with a a very large hole that wouldn't stay in at the corner wasn't okay for security (ground floor, needed to keep window slightly ajar due to smell). He did replace it with a mich better one a bit later, but with a bit of attitude and not a word. I felt like I put him out. I did notice that only few windows even had screens. I paid the weekday rates, but checked out before paying over $100 plus taxes for the weekend.

6/10

Pleasant

08 Jan 2026

Mark

The rooms are small but clean. The staff is friendly and helpful. Not bad at all for a budget friendly hotel. It is family friendly as well.

10/10

Exceptional

26 Dec 2025

Daniel

Room was clean .staff very friendly and professional. Very good breakfasts

Business_and_leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

26 Dec 2025

David Montoya

Quick Frontdesk service. The young lady that helped me was quick and to the point getting me my room. The room was nice and clean. Bed was a little squeaky but that's probably the worst part. Lots of clean towels. Lots of parking. Will stay there again.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

21 Dec 2025

Christian

Air conditioner didn’t seem to cool the room very much.

10/10

Exceptional

20 Dec 2025

Daniel

The best hotel seriously. It might not look like it uz it location. But you will be surprised

10/10

Exceptional

18 Dec 2025

Daniel

Maria at the front desk.shes in the mornings at the front desk she has dark hair.shes very professional friendly. I made a mistake on my booking and she helped me correct it..and got me the correct room .thank you

Business_and_leisure Self

2/10

Poor

12 Dec 2025

Faris

Room was so old where the door had big space from bottom opening to the street. Pillows and mattress were not comfortable at all. I woke up with neck pain.

Business Self

6/10

Pleasant

11 Dec 2025

Roberto

Air conditioning worn out buttons, no WiFi.

Leisure Self