Franciscan Inn

2.0 star property

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Outdoor pool
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking
Free self-parking
Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$140
includes taxes & fees
29 June - 30 June

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
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 371 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed

  • 278 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Vista

At Franciscan Inn you'll be 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from Broadway Theatre and 2.1 km (1.3 mi) from The Wave Waterpark. 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 SoCal Sports Complex.

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
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Belching Beaver Brewery Tavern & Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Frida’s Taqueria - ‬15 min walk

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

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 27 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Franciscan Inn on 29 Jun 2026 start from NZ$140, 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. 187 out of 617 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 134 out of 617 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 88 out of 617 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 85 out of 617 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 123 out of 617 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Dan

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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10/10 Excellent

Samantha

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

Brent

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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8/10 Good

Andre

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Great rooms
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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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
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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
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4/10 Poor

Kevin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room had issues with the hot water and the water pressure. The shower was awful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Luis

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

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
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4/10 Poor

Maria

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place needs a renovation pronto. It was disgusting.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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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
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2/10 Terrible

Tamara

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The AC worked but auto didn’t work.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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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
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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
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8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room. Staff very nice and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Daniel

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was disgusting, bathroom and shower were filthy, the shower is built for people under 5ft tall. The windows were paper thin, and did not secure properly. In the peep hole we had to put a napkin in, since it allowed the exterior to see in. There are a lot of things I can say, but don't have the space here. Short answer, that was our first and last time there. Disgusting is all I can say
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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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
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8/10 Good

Irina

It was a comfortable stay for the price paid.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michal

Liked: Staff & service
I stay here often and enjoy the service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gerardo

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

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Amenities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Stenya

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