1. Best Western Escondido Hotel
City: Escondido, CA
Category: Accommodations
Telephone: (760) 740-1700, (800) 752-1710
Address: 1700 Seven Oaks Road
Description: With 100 rooms and a location that’s near the highway and the heart of Escondido, this hotel works well for visitors with relatives living nearby. It’s about 10 minutes to shopping at Westfield Shoppingtown (see Shopping), 15 minutes from championship golf courses (see Golf), and 20 minutes to the Wild Animal Park (see Attractions).There isn’t a restaurant on-site, but many Escondido restaurants are nearby, and continental breakfast is provided. Pets weighing less than 15 pounds are welcome for a fee.
2. Comfort Inn
City: Escondido, CA
Category: Accommodations
Telephone: (760) 489-1010, (800) 541-6012
Address: 1290 West Valley Parkway
Description: Whether you’re just passing through or stopping to sample some of North County Inland’s fun attractions, the Comfort Inn is a budget-right choice. The 93-room facility has a pool and the amenities that you’d expect.
3. Holiday Inn Express
City: Escondido, CA
Category: Accommodations
Telephone: (760) 741-7117, (877) 717-5337
Address: 1250 West Valley Parkway
Description: The Holiday Inn Express has 84 rooms, many with minikitchens, and offers two-room suites to give that extra elbow room often necessary when traveling. Rooms include microwave ovens and refrigerators. Services include free continental breakfast, a fitness room, heated pool, and spa. Golf packages can be arranged. It’s a good family hotel close to the Wild Animal Park.
4. Super 8 Motel
City: Escondido, CA
Category: Accommodations
Telephone: (760) 747-3711, (800) 800-8000
Address: 528 West Washington Avenue
Description: Whether you’re on a travel budget or just like the convenience of Super 8 motels, this Escondido location is a good choice. The hotel is near the Wild Animal Park, close to the corporate centers of Rancho Bernardo, and blocks from the freeways. This Super 8 is a 75-room hotel that offers AAA and senior discounts. There’s no restaurant on-site, but there is a complimentary continental breakfast and guest laundry facility. You’ll find all your favorite fast-food restaurants within walking distance; more upscale dining is just minutes by car.
5. Welk Resort Center
City: Escondido, CA
Category: Accommodations
Telephone: (760) 749-3000, (800) 932-9355
Address: 8860 Lawrence Welk Drive
Description: Many people select this hotel for its two 18-hole golf courses. Companies and corporations use it for retreats and seminars, and families love it for the outdoor attractions, including the golf, swimming, and biking and walking trails. Located in North County Inland, about 45 minutes from downtown San Diego off I-15 and 10 minutes from the city of Escondido, the resort is situated on 600 beautiful acres. There are 38 rooms and suites available as hotel rooms, many right on the greens, along with two-bedroom villas. There’s a pool, spa, beauty facilities, and a workout room, too. All-inclusive packages are available, and many units are used for vacation ownership guests.