Franciscan Inn

Property class: 2

Photo gallery for Franciscan Inn

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a buffet area, and a seating area.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a TV, a desk, and a mirror.
A clear blue pool with lounge chairs and a fence.
A motel with a red roof, a parking lot, and a grassy area with rocks.
A hotel room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a wooden dresser, a desk with a lamp, and a chair.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$127
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 325 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 371 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed

  • 278 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Vista

At Franciscan Inn you'll be 2.1 km (1.3 mi) from The Wave Waterpark and 3.3 km (2.1 mi) from Moonlight Ampitheatre. Highlights at this motel include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Plus you'll find a vending machine. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Vista motel include Oceanside Pier and Carlsbad Premium Outlets.

What's nearby

  • Broadway Theatre - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Avo Playhouse - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • The Wave Waterpark - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • LEGOLAND® California - 22 min drive - 25.3 km
  • San Diego Zoo Safari Park - 34 min drive - 39.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Best Pizza & Brew Vista - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Frida’s Taqueria - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Belching Beaver Brewery Tavern & Grill - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Franciscan Inn

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 curtains. Televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

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

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

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 aged 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 all accommodation.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Franciscan Inn?

Franciscan Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Franciscan Inn?

As of 9 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Franciscan Inn on 10 Nov 2026 start from AU$127, 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.

Is parking available at Franciscan Inn?

Yep, Franciscan Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Franciscan Inn?

The closest beach to Franciscan Inn is Carlsbad State Beach (11.7 km).

Does Franciscan Inn have a pool?

Franciscan Inn has an outdoor pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Franciscan Inn?

No, Franciscan Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Franciscan Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Franciscan Inn?

No, pets are not allowed.

Franciscan Inn Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 213 out of 684 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 145 out of 684 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 95 out of 684 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 92 out of 684 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 139 out of 684 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the only place I stay when traveling to the area
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff clean room and nice tv!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and plenty of parking
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and plenty of parking
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking is convenient and the management staff is excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really relaxing place
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was exactly what you expect for the price and area. It serves its purpose.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great management
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Free parking . Friendly staff . Holder hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is very accommodating, management is always walking the property to make sure there isn't any problems.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
I know there are better rooms but they gave me an old one
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So I had left a bad review about my previous stay. Boy.... let me tell you that Santos the manager pulled out ALL THE STOPS to make up for my last stay! Will hithl6 recommend it here! Will be back for sure!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Someone key scratched our car on the motels property on Wednesday
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Friendly manager in room AC. TV not always working. Nice in room fridge and microwave
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff were very kind, helpful, and accommodating. The room was clean and comfortable. The area outside was a little rough, but there's honestly not much they can do about that. We only needed a place to stay for the night and we were comfortable staying there.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They have beautiful views and well mannered staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was clean. The furniture in the room is a little outdated. It’s was plenty of parking.
Plenty of good channels to watch.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great service - nice manager and house keepers!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was very pleased
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Great rooms
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was is a walking distance Great place to just mellow down With reasonable prices Rooms are big Great place to take a long sabbatical.. Disconnect
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff in a great location for me. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
To start off there was no hot water, that is ridiculous, the pool they provided was completely green.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026