Meridian at Lake San Marcos

1177 San Marino Drive, San Marcos CA, 92078


Resident Review Score
9.3
|
Most Loved

Starting price

$3,295

For this area
$$$
Preferred Provider

Meridian at Lake San Marcos is an assisted living facility in San Marcos, California. This community offers a memory care unit for residents with dementia and provides an independent living option. The community provides some additional programs to ensure the health and well-being of its residents. A mental wellness program is included in this community.

Costs at this community start at $2,995 and range up to $5,462. The average price in the community is $3,400, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,406. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. Depending on the services the resident needs, additional services may increase the cost of care.

Special diet meals are not always available, but some can accommodate residents' dietary requirements. This community provides no or low-sodium meals. Residents need to have a scheduled, structured activity every day. This facility has a variety of activities, including arts & crafts and clubs & communities. See our amenity list below for more information. Apartment-style units are not always available, but this community offers studio/efficiency units and group housing options.

There are 6 hospitals within 25 miles of Meridian at Lake San Marcos. The two closest hospitals are Tri-City Medical Center which is 6.3 miles away and Palomar Health Downtown Campus which is 7.8 miles away.

This community has above-average reviews for the area; click for detailed reviews on Meridian at Lake San Marcos Reviews.

Some of the key amenities available at Meridian at Lake San Marcos are:

  • Beauty & Barber
  • Clubs & Communities
  • Outdoor Areas
  • Parking
  • Pool

Welcome to The Meridian at Lake San Marcos, an assisted living community located in San Marcos, California. The Meridian at Lake San Marcos also offers other services at this location including independent living and memory care.

Enjoy the Best of Resort-Style Living in a Superior Senior Community

When you first experience The Meridian at Lake San Marcos, you could be forgiven for thinking you’ve entered a five-star resort rather than a retirement community. Seniors enjoy elegant surroundings, a vibrant atmosphere, luxurious amenities and exquisite service — all designed around the needs and desires of independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Located next to Lake San Marcos in a stunning area of San Marcos, CA, the community boasts easy access to upscale shopping and dining, historical destinations, and more.

The Meridian at Lake San Marcos provides unbeatable choices for older adults seeking superior independent living, personal care, or memory care. That wealth of choice starts with a range of beautiful studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments designed to suit a range of individual needs, preferences, and budgets. Every beautiful apartment comes with the exquisite services, compassionate care, and skilled support you would expect, creating an experience more like a five-star vacation.

Residents enjoy balmy evenings around the fire pit in the outdoor courtyard and relax in the Meditation Garden. The community’s Clubhouse includes a movie theater, fitness center, activity and games rooms, a full bar, and a hair salon. Easy days begin by enjoying breakfast in the restaurant, with chef-prepared delicacies served up for lunch and dinner. The engaging activities calendar includes everything from fitness and exercise classes to cooking demonstrations and group outings.

Enjoy Easy Day Trips and More

The Meridian at Lake San Marcos is surrounded by attractive destinations, including golf courses, parks, tourist attractions, and beaches. The Grand Plaza shopping center, Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park, and Sunset Park are less than ten minutes away. St. Mark Executive Golf Course and St. Mark Golf Club are around the corner. Residents enjoy an excellent choice of hospitals nearby, with Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Scripps Coastal Medical Center Carlsbad, Tri-City Medical Center and Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas less than twenty minutes from the community.

There’s a world of luxurious possibilities at The Meridian at Lake San Marcos. 

There are 6 hospitals within 25 miles of The Meridian at Lake San Marcos. The two closest hospitals are Tri-City Medical Center which is 6.3 miles away and Palomar Health Downtown Campus which is 7.8 miles away.

Some of the key amenities available at The Meridian at Lake San Marcos are:

  • Outdoor Areas
  • Beauty & Barber
  • Pool
  • Clubs & Communities
  • Parking


For personalized guidance, current availability, and help scheduling a tour, call our senior living advisors at1 (844) 661-2445 or reach the community directly at(442) 250-4241

Room Pricing
assisted-living
Two BedroomStarting at$6,000
One BedroomStarting at$4,600
StudioStarting at$3,700
independent-living
StudioStarting at$3,295
memory-care
StudioStarting at$5,100

Personal Care Add-Ons

This community offers a range of care levels depending on the customized needs of each resident.

Services Package Price Range:Varies
Meals
Housekeeping
Laundry
Medication Assistance
Personal Care Assistance

Looking for Medicaid Options?

If you are using Medicaid to pay for senior living, your options are likely different.


Resident Review Score
9.3
|
Most Loved
#2 in San Marcos, CA

Aggregated reviews in this score
Most Loved66
Loved2
Good1
Average1
Below Average5

Reviews

Residents and their families say:

This community has garnered a lot of positive feedback, particularly regarding the care and support provided to its residents. Many reviewers have praised the attentive and loving staff, the variety of activities and amenities available, and the quality of life their loved ones experience living there. Families noted significant improvements in the well-being of their relatives, with one person observing that living there made their mother seem "20 years younger." The environment is described as clean, peaceful, and continually improving, making residents feel at home and cared for. The community's efforts to host events and create an engaging, social atmosphere have not gone unnoticed, with many appreciating the active lifestyle it promotes.
Despite the overwhelmingly positive reviews, there were a few criticisms. Some reviewers mentioned issues like shabby property conditions on closer inspection, mediocre food, and dissatisfaction with the level of knowledge among the staff. Specific complaints about the dining area being dark and cold, and comments about the high rental increases, were also noted. Yet, these negative points were few and did not overshadow the positive experiences most families shared. Overall, the sense of community, combined with professional staff and a broad range of activities, makes this a highly recommended place for seniors looking for a vibrant, caring environment.

AI generated summary of real reviews

Amenities

Meridian at Lake San Marcos


Beauty & Barber
Pool
Clubs & Communities
Parking
Outdoor Areas

Dining & Nutrition


All-day Dining

BBQs or Picnics

Guest Meals

Low / No Sodium

Meals Provided

No Sugar

Professional Chef

Restaurant Style Dining

Diet Modifications/Managements

Food - On-Order

Food - Set Menu

Snacks Available

Accommodations


Wall-to-wall Carpet

Wheelchair Accessible Showers

Wifi

WiFi/High-speed Internet

Independent Temperature Controls

Internet Access

Kitchenette

Air Conditioned

Billiards Lounge

Cable

Cable of Satellite TV

Cable TV

Handicap Accessible

Indoor Common Areas

Kitchenettes

Library

Library & Computer Lounge

Outdoor Areas

Outdoor Garden

Outdoor Walking Paths

Parking

Phone

Private Bathroom

Resident Parking

Resident Parking Available

Studio / Efficiency

TV Lounge

Uncovered Parking

Utilities Included

Washer & Dryer In Unit

Window Treatments

Can Paint/Decorate Room

Scheduled Laundry Services

Care


12-16 Hour Nursing

Ambulatory Care

Assisted Living

Designed Specifically To Accommodate Memory Loss

Hospice

Hospice Care

Incontinence Care

Independent Living

Medication Management

Memory Care

Nurses

Occupational Therapy

Physical Therapist

Podiatrist

Wellness Center

Podiatry

Activities & Fitness


Activities Off-site

Activity Center

Arts & Crafts

Birthday Parties

Clubs & Communities

Community Service Programs

Cooking Classes

Dances

Exercise Room

Game Room

Health And Wellness Programs

Holiday Parties

Karaoke

Live Music

Movie Room

Swimming Pool

Social Outings

Trivia Games

Tv / Movie Nights

Services


Beauty Salon & Barber Shop

Beautician

Beauty Salon

Housekeeping

Maintenance

Transportation Arrangement (non-medical)

Close to Public Transportation

Transportation

Housekeeping for IL

Laundry for IL

Monthly Meal Plan for IL

Pets Allowed

Pool

Barber/Beauty Shop

Communal Gardens

Concierge

On-Site Religious Services

Special Interest Clubs

Wheelchair Accessible

Additional Features


Devotional Activities On-Site

English

Safety


Secured Community

Hospitals


Tri-City Medical Center

4002 Vista Way

Distance: 6.3 miles

Scripps Memorial Hospital - Encinitas

354 Santa Fe Drive

Distance: 7.4 miles

Palomar Medical Center

555 E. Valley Parkway

Distance: 7.8 miles

Churches


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1760 Descanso Avenue, San Marcos

Distance: 1.9 miles

Harvest Time Produce Inc

2912 Avenida Valera, Carlsbad

Distance: 3.2 miles

Jewish Collaborative of San Diego

7805 Centella Street, Carlsbad

Distance: 3.5 miles

Resident Review Score
8.9
|
Most Loved
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