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Lakehouse Resort

4.0 star property

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An outdoor seating area with chairs and a fire feature, overlooking a body of water and a distant mountain range.
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A wedding aisle with white chairs and floral decorations leading to a decorated arch.
A pool area with a view of a mountain and a town in the background.
A spacious living area with a wooden table, a sofa, and a chair, overlooking a scenic view of a body of water and hills.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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1025 La Bonita Drive, San Marcos, CA, 92078
  • Place, The Links at Lakehouse
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, The Executive Course at Lakehouse
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Regal Edwards San Marcos
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Cottage, Multiple Beds

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk with a lamp, and a view of a lake and mountains.

Cottage, Multiple Beds

  • Lake view
  • 93 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Cottage, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

A patio with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and a view of a marina and hills.

Cottage, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Signature Room, 2 Double Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, and two wall-mounted fish decorations.

Signature Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a large window with a view of the outdoors, and a chair by the window.

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Terrace/patio

Premier Studio, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

A wooden deck overlooking a marina with boats, a fountain, and a building with a covered area.

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View

A wooden deck overlooking a marina with boats, a fountain, and a building with a covered area.

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Premier Studio, Pool View

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and three yellow artwork pieces on the wall.

Premier Studio, Pool View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Signature Room, 2 Double Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden fish wall art, a nightstand with a vase of flowers, and a wooden headboard.

Signature Room, 2 Double Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(40 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Signature Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a wall-mounted fish artwork, and two wall lamps.

Signature Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(79 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Signature Room, Pool View

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a wall-mounted fish artwork, and two wall lamps.

Signature Room, Pool View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room

  • Sleeps 9

Room

  • Sleeps 8

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Down duvets, pillow-top beds, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

DOUBLE TWO DOUBLE BEDS

  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About this property

Lakehouse Resort

Along with a marina, this smoke-free resort has 2 outdoor pools and a golf course. Self parking is free. Additionally, a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a poolside bar are onsite.
Lakehouse Resort offers 143 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters. Smart televisions come with premium cable channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Guests can play rounds at the 18-hole golf course and enjoy other recreation facilities including 3 outdoor tennis courts, a marina, and complimentary bicycles. 2 outdoor swimming pools and 2 hot tubs are on site.

Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Lakehouse Resort's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from The Links at Lakehouse. Enjoy features like free self parking, plus 2 outdoor pools and a restaurant. This property offers pet-friendly amenities like food and water bowls.
  • Free self parking
  • Enjoy golf course views while dining at The Grill
  • Take a swim in the 2 outdoor pools or soak in the 2 hot tubs
  • Services include a concierge, luggage storage, and wedding services
  • Onsite recreation includes a golf course, 3 outdoor tennis courts, and complimentary bicycles
  • Guests have great things to say about the pool and the location
  • 7 minutes by car from California State University San Marcos and 11 minutes from Flower Fields of Carlsbad
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
Lakehouse Resort offers its guests a golf course, a marina, 2 outdoor swimming pools, and 2 hot tubs. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge.

Event space at this resort measures 39000 square feet (3623 square meters) and includes conference space. A library, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at Lakehouse Resort. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star San Marcos resort is smoke free.

The Grill - Overlooking the golf course, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • The Grill

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course
  • 2 hot tubs
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • 3 outdoor tennis courts
  • Boat and paddles
  • Boat tours
  • Fishing
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Golf driving range
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Paddleboard
  • Pedal boat
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Pro golf shop
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's games
  • Fenced pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 39,000 square feet of conference space
  • 5 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Marina
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 8 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No lift
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (81 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with premium cable channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 150 per stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 32.46 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Bicycle storage
  • Concierge service
  • Faxes
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • Lending library access
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access
  • Sporting facilities or equipment

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 150 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Lakehouse Hotel & Resort
Lakehouse Hotel & Resort San Marcos
Lakehouse San Marcos
Lakehouse Hotel Resort San Marcos
Lakehouse Hotel Resort
Lake San Marcos Hotel San Marcos

Lakehouse Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1318 out of 1775 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 236 out of 1775 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 129 out of 1775 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1775 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 46 out of 1775 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot to stay. Great pool Overall great hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lili

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, clean, lots to do with good food options.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, location and pool area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a wonderful stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location. Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved renting the boats and using the pool and hot tub along with the restaurants
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place!great views and food!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent high value hotel. Clean rooms, quiet, nice amenities, very friendly staff and scenic location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lili

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay, clean and lots of fun stuff to do. Staff is super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Zeyad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of my favorite hotels!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was awesome and the staff is great as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vicky

Liked: Cleanliness
Great hotel for a quick getaway! It’s close to restaurants, shopping, and a quick drive to Dan Diego.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cheryle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So Thankful to rest and be near the water
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kammi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Magical property on the lake - try to book a room with a lake or pool view, you won’t be disappointed Rooms are very spacious
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spacious room and pet friendly hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking close to the room, view was beautiful, eating on site or close by…. All was great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay! Love this property right on the lake. Our room (2 bedroom cottage) was wonderful. One of the hot tubs wasn’t very hot, and the coffee shop ran out of breakfast food pretty early, but otherwise we had a great time.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

claudio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to disconnect and forget about everything. Nice people, comfortable room, and a great restaurant as part of the complex (AMALFI). Perfect for a 2 or3 days getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kimzee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was our first time here and what an experience. Highly recommend this place. I’m definitely going to be booking another one when we come visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aleida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. The staff is amazing g and roo.s are clean. We had lake view and SO relaxing, hubby had early golfing in the am and they allowed us to check out a little later.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed the area and the views
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an adorable hotel right on the lake! We enjoyed our patio view and the room was very clean and spacious. The pool was great with a bar on site so you can enjoy drinks and sun! We had a great stay. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026