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Motels in Escondido

Properties are selected based on real traveller reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night in Escondido on Hotels.com. These Escondido Motels consistently deliver on quality, location and traveller experience. Last updated on .

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1. Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,074 reviews)
The price is AU$116
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Motel Mediteran Escondido
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Top neighbourhoods in Escondido

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Central Escondido

Central Escondido blends vibrant Latino culture with historic small-town charm. Stroll down Grand Avenue to admire the restored 1920s Ritz Theatre and colourful murals depicting Mexican heritage. The weekly farmers' market transforms city centre streets into a maze of produce stalls and food trucks serving fresh tortillas. The California Centre 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. City centre is highly walkable with wide pavements, though having a car helps for exploring nearby attractions like Stone Brewing and San Diego Zoo Safari Park.

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Lawrence Welk Resort Village

Tee off at The Oaks Course or catch a Broadway-style show at the dinner theatre 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 holiday 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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Lake Wohlford

Lake Wohlford delivers a peaceful escape where nature takes centre 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 holiday 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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Hidden Meadows

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

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Felicita

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

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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Venture into the San Pasqual Valley where award-winning wineries like Orfila offer tastings with views that explain why Spanish settlers named this place 'hidden.' The San Diego Zoo Safari Park creates the illusion of African plains, with rhinos and giraffes roaming expansive habitats. California Centre for the Arts hosts performances worth planning around, while Stone Brewing's garden setting elevates craft beer to an art form. Queen Califa's Magical Circle presents bizarre mosaic sculptures that children find enchanting and adults find puzzling. Grape Day Park provides green respite in the city centre, hosting festivals that bring locals together. The mix of historic city centre and surrounding agricultural abundance creates a place that feels surprisingly rural despite being within San Diego County.

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Find out more about Escondido

Escondido is a family-friendly place known for its zoo. Enjoy the breweries and restaurants or perhaps you'll want to book an excursion during your stay. Top attractions include San Diego Zoo Safari Park. A stop at other sights like California Center For The Arts and Stone Brewing will create memories.

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