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Franciscan Inn

2.0 star property
Enjoy the outdoor pool at this Vista motel

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor pool
Garden
Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Combined shower/tub, towels

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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955 S Santa Fe Ave, Vista, CA, 92083
  • Place, Broadway Theatre
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Avo Playhouse
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, The Wave Waterpark
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 3498 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 3993 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed

  • 2992 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Vista

In Vista .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Vista motel, you'll find Broadway Theatre and The Wave Waterpark. Moonlight Ampitheatre and Alta Vista Gardens are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Broadway Theatre - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Avo Playhouse - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • The Wave Waterpark - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • LEGOLAND® California - 22 min drive - 15.7 miles
  • San Diego Zoo Safari Park - 34 min drive - 24.7 miles

Getting around

  • Carlsbad Poinsettia Station - 17 min drive
  • Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Pegahs Kitchen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Belching Beaver Brewery Tavern & Grill - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Franciscan Inn

Enjoy the outdoor pool at this Vista motel
Franciscan Inn offers its guests an outdoor pool, a vending machine, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

This Vista motel is smoke free.

  • 45 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Franciscan Inn offers 45 air-conditioned accommodations with blackout drapes/curtains. Televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

This Vista motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Franciscan Inn Vista
Franciscan Vista
Franciscan Inn Motel
Franciscan Inn Vista
Franciscan Inn Motel Vista

Frequently asked questions

How close is Franciscan Inn to the airport?

Franciscan Inn is 8 mi (21-min drive) away from the Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Franciscan Inn?

As of Jun 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Franciscan Inn on Jun 4, 2026 start from $79, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Franciscan Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Franciscan Inn.

How close is Franciscan Inn to the beach?

This motel is 9.8 mi (18-min drive) from Oceanside Beach and 10.2 mi (19-min drive) from Carlsbad State Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Franciscan Inn offer free breakfast?

Franciscan Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Franciscan Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Ocean's Eleven Casino (11-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Franciscan Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Franciscan Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Franciscan Inn have a pool?

Franciscan Inn features an outdoor pool.

Does Franciscan Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Franciscan Inn to downtown Vista?

Franciscan Inn is 0.7 mi away from Vista.

Franciscan Inn Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 170 out of 595 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 131 out of 595 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 88 out of 595 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 85 out of 595 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 121 out of 595 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great service - nice manager and house keepers!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Andre

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Great rooms
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

2/10 Terrible

PATRICK

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tweaker was running around spitting on cars and throwing there drinks on people cars , very shady place to stay , definitely would not bring ur family or stay here
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really quite and relax weekend thanks for the upgrade 👌
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paulo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautifully place. I love it
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I stay here often and it’s always a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, parking was excellent and a lot of stuff to do around
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

norman

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff will resolve any issues you may have. Good place for the money! Close to food and stores. And great staff!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness
Amenities are minimal. The least expensive amount and type of soap and shampoo. Room was not entirely tidy on arrival.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was perfect to accommodate our needs, we are currently on a roadtrip from central Texas thru the west coast. The manager was on point ensuring safety and organization. Cleaning could be done better in the bathroom windowsill but that’s the only thing I found worth mentioning. Great motel!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room. Staff very nice and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Franciscan is an older motel in the middle of Vista. Although the building is on the older side, the rooms are very clean and comfortable. It’s a sort of n
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Amenities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Irina

It was a comfortable stay for the price paid.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michal

Liked: Staff & service
I stay here often and enjoy the service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Domingo

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Its so bad very very bad no shower no hot water and plus tv was disconnected and they over charge since i already make reservation at one price
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stenya

Liked: Amenities
I liked the cleanliness and that I was in a safe environment.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Eva

Liked: Staff & service
Affordable with a great diner and coffee shack right in the parking lot!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and quiet. Staff was very friendly. Would stay there again. Rooms were also very large. And price was reasonable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yaira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you place was perfect for me
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pablo Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's very quiet and I'm able to rest
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great service and friendly staff. Very clean. The only problem is I think the AC needed Freon, otherwise it was a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lisa

Liked: Amenities
Staff was very friendly & helpful. I would stay here again. Very clean and made me feel right at home.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

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