Lakehouse Resort - San Marcos

4-star lakeside resort with a full-service marina and nightly water light show

Amenities & Recreation

Lakehouse Resort San Marcos operates a full-service marina on Lake San Marcos with pontoon boat, kayak, and paddleboard rentals available by the hour. Guests have access to two outdoor pools-one heated-plus two hot tubs and a poolside bar. The property also offers complimentary bicycle rentals, a driving range with a free bucket of balls per day, and pickleball courts.

Dining

On-site dining includes The Grill, which serves upscale American cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner from a terrace overlooking the golf course. Amalfi Cucina, an Italian restaurant adjacent to the resort, offers fine dining on a dock over the lake. Spinnaker Coffee provides specialty lattes and breakfast burritos, while a poolside bar and snack bar are open during pool hours.

Rooms & Accommodations

Accommodations include lake-view rooms, pool-view rooms, and two-bedroom lakeside cottages, each with a flat-screen HD satellite TV and tea- and coffee-making facilities. Pet-friendly policies allow dogs in select rooms, with pet beds and bowls available upon request. Family-size cottages offer extra space and private patios with outdoor fire pits.

Entertainment & Events

Each evening, the Lakehouse presents a unique water light show on the lake visible from the pool area and many rooms. Live music and live sport events are hosted on the property, and seasonal events like Winter Wonderland transform the grounds with holiday lights. The resort also has a games room, billiards, and a shared lounge with TV.

Location & Nearby Attractions

The resort is 14 km from Legoland California Resort and 24 km from San Diego Zoo Safari Park. Leo Carrillo Ranch Park is an 8-minute drive away. McClellan-Palomar Airport is 9 km from the property, and downtown San Diego is about 30 minutes by car.

• Full-Service Marina: Pontoon boat, kayak, and paddleboard rentals on Lake San Marcos
• Nightly Water Light Show: On-site spectacle for guests each evening
• Pet-Friendly: Dogs welcome with pet beds, bowls, and designated areas
• Three On-Site Restaurants: The Grill, Amalfi Cucina, and Spinnaker Coffee
• Free Daily Activities: Complimentary bike rentals, one-hour kayaking, and a bucket of range balls
• Proximity to Attractions: 14 km to Legoland, 24 km to San Diego Zoo Safari Park