Lakehouse Resort
Resort in Lake San Marcos, CA
4-Star Resort
Reasons to book
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Pets allowed and more
About this resort
Lakefront resort with 2 outdoor pools and 2 spa tubs
Along with a marina, this smoke-free resort has 2 outdoor pools and a golf course. Self parking is free. Other amenities include a restaurant, a fitness center, and a bar/lounge.
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 spa tubs are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.
Along with a marina, this smoke-free resort has 2 outdoor pools and a golf course. Self parking is free. Other amenities include a restaurant, a fitness center, and a bar/lounge.
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 spa tubs are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Parking
Balcony or Patio
Gym or Fitness Center
Garden
Map of Lake San Marcos, CA
Available Rooms
Two Bedroom Cottage
2 King • 1 Sofa • 1000 ft²
Sleeps 6
+
You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing
ADA One Bedroom Cottage
1 King • 750 ft²
Sleeps 3
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ADA Signature Double
2 Double • 350 ft²
Sleeps 4
You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing
ADA Premier Lake View Two Queen
2 Queen • 420 ft²
Sleeps 4
You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing
ADA Premier Pool View Studio
1 King • 1 Sofa • 500 ft²
Sleeps 4
You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing
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Reviews
1.5
Clean, friendly, and unique, but tv and phone did not work.
2.0
Greta other than the AC not working properly and it being go rather warm in the room.
2.5
Beautiful hotel! I didn't realize there was lake in San Marcos but we really enjoyed our view/stay. We came down from NorCal for the CSUSM orientation and ate at the local restaurant which was DELISH. Would absolutely stay here again!
2.5
Hotel was clean and comfortable; we loved the fire pits at night. The view was beautiful, and my kids loved the kayaks. The area is nice with lots to do, very close to Legoland and not a bad drive to the San Diego Zoo. We would definitely stay again.
2.5
Such a nice find. Clean “boutique” feel resort. It was off the beaten path so it wasn’t so crowded yet the coast was only a 25 minute drive. The staff was very friendly, the lobby was recently renovated and the room was extremely comfortable.
2.0
Love staying at this place. Met girlfriends and hung out by the pool. Pool water was cold but towels, chairs, umbrellas were great. Had a great lake front room, excellent dinner and wine at Amalfi. Loved sitting in our adirondack chairs and looking at the evening lights reflecting on the lake. A little weird in the morning that a guest from another room came and sat on our patio in our chair - and also a staff guy walked by our patio a few times with chairs while we were still in our jammies. Had another delicious meal at breakfast at the golf patio while we watched our fav football teams play Sunday morning. All in all, a really lovely place. Will definitely be back!
2.5
Wonderful stay! Loved it!
2.5
Great property!
1.5
Pros:
Cute little lake area. Great for couples and families.
Food and service at Amalfi was amazing.
Jake at the front desk was very friendly and willing to help.
Dog friendly.
The live music was fun and entertaining.
Great that water sports are onsite and somewhat included. They are very strict on giving you your “included” daily activities and try to charge instead.
Fire pits and smores galore - love!
Cons:
Lake water is entirely brown.
Residents on the lake have hateful flags up, seems like pretty politically charged and angry residents here.
It’s a man made lake in the middle of a bustling city, it’s not exactly a wilderness getaway.
We were totally upsold on paying an extra $400 for a lakefront cabin. We weren’t told it was HA…my boyfriend literally couldn’t fit under the shower. The room smelled like must so we called asking for more candles which helped.
Went to shower at night and found out the hot water wasn’t working. Maintenance spent the entire next day on our patio with tools and equipment everywhere replacing the water heater and we were now offered another room.
The carpeting in the bedroom smelled like pee and the bedroom door was completely off track.
In a nutshell - don’t get upsold, don’t be surprised by the pure brown water and residents on the lake, bring some febreeze and your patience :)
2.5
Absolutely loved our staycation! No need to leave the resort at all! The food was amazing, the drinks, and the environment! The staff was AMAZING.
5.0
Always perfect.
5.0
Great place
3.0
Was supposed to have a bath tub
5.0
Front desk Anyssa was very friendly and welcoming.
5.0
Welcoming text, welcoming staff, welcoming drink, complimentary actives, s’more kit, parking. Great resort.
5.0
We stayed overnight at Lakehouse. Our room wa facing the pool and overlooking the lake. We love the complimentary drinks, pedal cruiser by the lake and the kids enjoyed the pool and smores at night. Only suggestion is the y need to have a heated pool or adjust the temperature coz the water it’s really cold! Other than that, it was a beautiful experience.
2.5
This was a beautiful facility, and the room was spacious and clean. Very pleased with our stay!
3.0
Room was pretty nice except for the ridiculously loud ac. It seemed like all the rooms were noisy and even throughout the complex, like at the pools, the sound from all the units' AC was pervasive. The pools had these weird fountains that I suspect were only there to help mask the noise. Also, even though the Expedia price said all fees included the was a $40/ night "resort fee". We would have booked elsewhere had we knew that in advance
5.0
Great place for a staycation with the family. Lots of activities and amenities.
4.0
Staff was friendly, room service was quick and tasty. Rooms were clean and decorated cute
5.0
Love the lake view! Nice and beautiful.
5.0
Loved it!
5.0
Excellent option for a staycation
5.0
The Lakehouse is a hidden gem in San Marcos, CA. We only stayed one night so we didn’t get to use many of the amenities but we will definitely come back for a longer stay.
5.0
Great area. Beautiful view of the lake.
5.0
Beautiful peaceful resort
1.0
I checked in my room and air conditioning was noisy. Large stain outside door on carpet hall. Went to front desk they charged me 30.00 more.
5.0
Definitely coming back
5.0
We enjoyed access to the lake and the views of the lake from our room as well as from many parts of the property. There are recreational facilities nearby and those are associated with the resort.
Front desk staff was helpful and friendly during check-in.
Guests are given an hour's use of non-motorized watercraft for each day they stay. Kayaks, pedal boats, and paddle boards are included.
Restaurant on site is lively for people socializing without making the rest of the place noisy or busy.
1.0
Noisy air conditioning
5.0
Best pasta ever “AMALFI”
2.0
It was great! Old resort but nice.
2.0
Fix the air conditioning
1.0
Bugs from the lake on the ceiling of the room and on the bed.
Ceilings are paper thin if a room is above you…. Sounds like people are stomping all night
5.0
I can’t wait to go back!
2.5
Very clean and such a peaceful vibe.
5.0
We really enjoyed Lakehouse Resort, will definitely be staying there again. Our room was spacious and clean. The staff was very accommodating.
4.0
Great
2.5
Charming and peaceful
Great pools
Nice view on the lake
5.0
Helpful staff, clean hotel. Love coming hete
FAQs
How much does this resort cost compared to others in Lake San Marcos?
The average price for a rental in Lake San Marcos is $371 per night. This rental is $53 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this resort?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Lakehouse Resort. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this resort?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Lakehouse Resort. Enjoy the water!
Is Lakehouse Resort pet friendly?
Yes! This resort is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Lakehouse Resort?
We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, parking, and balcony or patio.
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