10 hotels in San Marcos: Best hotel deals for 2023

July 30, 2022 Frederic Celentano

Located between Austin and San Antonio in Texas Hill Country, San Marcos has numerous attractions, especially for the adventure-seeking visitor. At the center of the city is the San Marcos River, which offers tubing. The nearby Rio Vista Falls has three drops for a great kayaking adventure. Explorers can visit the Wonder World activity center to discover a cave formed by an earthquake.
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1. Best Western San Marcos

917 N I 35, San Marcos, TX 78666 1 (800) 568-8520
Excellent
33%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
7%
Terrible
11%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 308 reviews

Best Western San Marcos

Located in San Marcos,TX, the Best Western San Marcos is sure to provide a peaceful and comforting home away from home for any traveler. Each Best Western hotel provides free internet access, giving guests the opportunity to check emails and surf the web, all from the comforts of their room or the business center. With cleanliness and value being our top priority, we ensure a restful and productive stay. On top of that, our superior customer service will ensure that we meet all your needs and go beyond your expectations.

Short time in San Marcos

Reviewed By charles111619

The room and accommodations were above expectation. Bed, pillows, and air conditioning were comfortable and set well. I did not have a chance to use the breakfast. Front desk personnel gave good advice.

2. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center & Spa

1001 E McCarty Ln, San Marcos, TX 78666-1080 1 (855) 605-0319
Excellent
53%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
8%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 1583 reviews

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center & Spa

Daily Mandatory Charge will be added to the room rate and includes: Texas Recovery Fee. The Embassy Suites San Marcos - Hotel, Spa & Conference Center is located off South IH 35 between Austin and San Antonio, Texas. Our Embassy Suites hotel features the San Marcos Conference Center which has 78,800 square feet of conference space elegantly appointed and 283 two-room suites. Our hotel features include: * Fitness Center featuring Precor equipment * Caffeina's coffee shop * Rocky River Grille * Outdoor pool and whirlpool * Wireless Internet * Pet Friendly Hotel * 28,800 sq. ft. ballroom * 7,200 sq. ft. ballroom that opens to a 4,000 sq. ft. veranda * 19 meeting rooms plus 2 private dining rooms Our convenient location off of South IH 35 at the McCarty Exit (201) is only 30 minutes from Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) and 45 minutes from San Antonio International Airport (SAT). San Marcos city center and Texas State University are just 5 minutes away.

Centrally located for sleeping and shopping

Reviewed By mirandaedinburg

I was in town for an educational conference and the rooms were excellent, spacious and pet friendly. The hotel is away from the high traffic noise and has good areas for walking and sitting. It is close to shopping centers. Only drawback was there was no restaurants within walking distance.

3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Mall

111 Center Point Ct, San Marcos, TX 78666-2869
Excellent
50%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
10%
Terrible
9%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 230 reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Mall

Everyone needs a place to lay their weary head; especially after an exciting day shopping, floating on one of the area’s picturesque rivers, or touring historic downtown San Marcos. For travelers visiting San Marcos, La Quinta Inn & Suites San Marcos Outlet Mall is an excellent choice for rest and rejuvenation. Well-known for its proximity to one of the largest outlet mall complexes in the nation, La Quinta Inn & Suites San Marcos Outlet Mall makes it easy to enjoy the best of San Marcos shopping, dining, and site-seeing. You’ll enjoy relaxing rooms that offer air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and the best complimentary breakfast San Marcos has to offer. “If you can’t find something you like at breakfast then you don’t like breakfast!” Plus, La Quinta Inn & Suites San Marcos Outlet Mall offers an outdoor pool, providing a pleasant respite from your busy day. For guests with a vehicle, free parking is available. While you’re here, be sure to check out Cracker Barrel, Center Point Station, or Cody’s. These are just three of the many restaurants in the area that are highly recommended by fellow travelers to the San Marcos area. Best of all, La Quinta Inn & Suites San Marcos Outlet Mall makes it easy to experience some great San Marcos area attractions like the Blanco, San Marcos, Guadalupe and Comal rivers; Texas State University, Schlitterbahn Water Park, and the Circuit of the Americas. They also offer early check-in and late check-out for a nominal fee so the fun can start sooner and last longer. Whether you’re traveling for business, pleasure or both, La Quinta Inn & Suites San Marcos Outlet Mall is sure to make your visit to San Marcos one worth remembering.

Very nice hotel

Reviewed By Cheryl I

We enjoyed our stay. The hotel is conveniently located behind the Outlet Malls. The staff were so friendly. Good Hot breakfast and cookies in the afternoon. The bed was very comfortable. The room was just a little smaller than usual, but still very comfortable.

4. Hilton Garden Inn San Marcos

2131 N. Hwy 35, San Marcos, TX 78666 1 (855) 618-4697
Excellent
75%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
4%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 262 reviews

Hilton Garden Inn San Marcos

Find modern comfort in a warm, welcoming atmosphere at Hilton Garden Inn San Marcos. Conveniently located at the midway point between Austin and San Antonio, our delightful hotel provides easy access to the intersecting highways and major attractions such as Texas State University, San Marcos Outlet malls and the San Marcos River. Enjoy an university sporting event or catch the hottest acts around at the annual South by Southwest and Austin City Limits music festivals. Our splendid guest rooms and suites feature modern décor and home comforts like complimentary WiFi, a microwave and Keurig® coffee maker. Host a small to mid-size meeting, wedding or graduation in our event space and take advantage of our A/V equipment and in-house catering. Other wonderful hotel facilities include an outdoor pool, fitness center and business center.

Would stay here again

Reviewed By Experience779422

1 Bedroom Suite Pros: the separate living room with sofa, accent chair, and television; kitchenette with mini-fridge, microwave, sink, etc.; extra/half bath and extra closet in the entryway; restful hotel sheets; a large glass-wall shower next to a whirlpool tub; soothing freeway noise (if that's not your thing, just ask for a room away from the freeway); convenient location; everything looked clean and in good repair. Cons: no hotel safe (confirmed with the front desk); no small table to sit at; part of the flooring was a simulated wood (ceramic tile?) -- probably great for wet shoes and easy clean-up. At a glance, though, the little "knots" in the wood looked like bugs. (They weren't.)

5. Wingate by Wyndham San Marcos

108 IH-35 North, San Marcos, TX 78666-6860
Excellent
39%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
8%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 533 reviews

Wingate by Wyndham San Marcos

Finding an ideal family-friendly hotel in San Marcos does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Wingate by Wyndham San Marcos. While staying at the Wingate, visitors can visit the Outlet shopping nearby. Texas State University (1.7 mi) is also close. Rooms at the Wingate San Marcos offer a flat screen TV and air conditioning providing exceptional comfort and convenience, and guests can go online with free wifi. A 24 hour front desk, a convenience store, and newspaper are some of the conveniences offered at this motel. A pool and free breakfast will also help to make your stay even more special. If you are driving, free parking is available. Several restaurants, including Chili's, are within walking distance. Wingate by Wyndham San Marcos looks forward to welcoming you on your visit to San Marcos.

Perfect location

Reviewed By jessecamp

The staff greeted us immediately upon arrival. The check in process was quick and the girl at the counter was helpful with tips about nearby attractions. The location is perfect if you want to float any of the nearby rivers

6. Hampton Inn & Suites San Marcos

106 N Interstate 35, San Marcos, TX 78666 1 (855) 605-0317
Excellent
46%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
4%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 627 reviews

Hampton Inn & Suites San Marcos

The Hampton Inn & Suites San Marcos, Texas hotel is located on I-35 between San Antonio and Austin at Exit 204 in the northeast corner of the intersection, just behind Luby's restaurant. We are located near the largest outlet malls in Texas, Texas State University and the San Marcos River, which offers tubing and a variety of parks and activities. This San Marcos, Texas hotel is 20 minutes from Wimberley, Gruene and New Braunfels where attractions include Gruene, Schlitterbahn and River activities on the Comal & Guadalupe Rivers. Austin is just 25 minutes north of The Hampton Inn San Marcos hotel and San Antonio is 45 minutes south where each city offers many attractions. The Hampton Inn & Suites San Marcos features 90 guest rooms where standard amenities are coffeemaker, iron, ironing board and hair dryer as well as cable TV with HBO, Disney and ESPN and complimentary high-speed internet connections.

Rooms need to be updated

Reviewed By Disappointed1999

Smell on the 4th floor. Bathtub cracked. Mirror/closet was cracked. The lobby area and dining area looked great, however rooms need quite a bit of attention. I booked this room without looking at reviews.

7. Hilton Garden Inn San Marcos

2131 N. Hwy 35, San Marcos, TX 78666 1 (855) 618-4697
Excellent
75%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
4%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 262 reviews

Hilton Garden Inn San Marcos

Find modern comfort in a warm, welcoming atmosphere at Hilton Garden Inn San Marcos. Conveniently located at the midway point between Austin and San Antonio, our delightful hotel provides easy access to the intersecting highways and major attractions such as Texas State University, San Marcos Outlet malls and the San Marcos River. Enjoy an university sporting event or catch the hottest acts around at the annual South by Southwest and Austin City Limits music festivals. Our splendid guest rooms and suites feature modern décor and home comforts like complimentary WiFi, a microwave and Keurig® coffee maker. Host a small to mid-size meeting, wedding or graduation in our event space and take advantage of our A/V equipment and in-house catering. Other wonderful hotel facilities include an outdoor pool, fitness center and business center.

Would stay here again

Reviewed By Experience779422

1 Bedroom Suite Pros: the separate living room with sofa, accent chair, and television; kitchenette with mini-fridge, microwave, sink, etc.; extra/half bath and extra closet in the entryway; restful hotel sheets; a large glass-wall shower next to a whirlpool tub; soothing freeway noise (if that's not your thing, just ask for a room away from the freeway); convenient location; everything looked clean and in good repair. Cons: no hotel safe (confirmed with the front desk); no small table to sit at; part of the flooring was a simulated wood (ceramic tile?) -- probably great for wet shoes and easy clean-up. At a glance, though, the little "knots" in the wood looked like bugs. (They weren't.)

8. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

1619 N Interstate 35, San Marcos, TX 78666-6735
Excellent
24%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
20%
Poor
15%
Terrible
17%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 527 reviews

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

See why so many travelers make La Quinta Inn San Marcos their motel of choice when visiting San Marcos. Providing an ideal mix of value, comfort and convenience, it offers an array of amenities designed for travelers like you. For those interested in checking out popular landmarks while visiting San Marcos, La Quinta San Marcos is located a short distance from Strahan Coliseum (1.4 mi) and Hays County Historic Courthouse (2.0 mi). The rooms offer a flat screen TV and air conditioning, and getting online is possible, as free wifi is available, allowing you to rest and refresh with ease. La Quinta Inn San Marcos features a 24 hour front desk. In addition, as a valued La Quinta Inn San Marcos guest, you can enjoy a pool and free breakfast that are available on-site. Guests arriving by vehicle have access to free parking. While you’re here, be sure to check out some of the steakhouses, including Saltgrass Steak House, Kobe Japanese Steak House, and Texas Roadhouse, all of which are a short distance from La Quinta San Marcos. Plus, during your trip, don’t forget to check out some of the popular art galleries, such as The Wittliff Collections and Wimberley Glass Works. At La Quinta Inn San Marcos, your comfort and satisfaction come first, and they look forward to welcoming you to San Marcos.

Dirty and moldy bathroom

Reviewed By Jade G

The room was unclean and there was a ton of mold in the bathroom. We found a dead spider in the sheets. There weren’t many towels in the room and not many complementary toiletries. I honestly would have paid more to get a cleaner space.

9. Fairfield Inn N Stes Marriott

1250 North IH 35, San Marcos, TX 78666-7118
Excellent
50%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 121 reviews

Fairfield Inn N Stes Marriott

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Marcos was designed for today’s traveler who is looking to be productive on the road, whether for business or leisure. In addition to complimentary Wi-Fi and hot breakfast, Fairfield Inn & Suites offers thoughtfully designed rooms and suites that provide separate living, working and sleeping areas. The Fairfield Inn & Suites San Marcos is proud to participate in the award-winning Marriott Rewards® frequent travel program that allows members to earn hotel points or airline miles for every dollar spent during each stay. So, whether you’re planning that family summer vacation, your next romantic getaway, a girls’ shopping marathon, or a professional conference, with all the bells and whistles, San Marcos always has something to celebrate. We invite you to celebrate with us and visit the beautiful new Fairfield Inn & Suites; see for yourself how the best just got better.

Great stay, well kept and great staff

Reviewed By JoePizza1933

The hotel is very convenient to Texas State. It is clean, staff is excellent. I crossed paths with front desk, maintenance and housekeeping and all were extremely polite and helpful. Breakfast well stocked and better than most hotel free breakfasts. Clean room with good bed and fantastic A/C which Texans need!! I'd stay here again.

10. Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area

105 Bintu Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666-6226
Excellent
37%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
7%
Terrible
7%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 87 reviews

Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area

Come and experience true Texas hospitality at the Holiday Inn San Marcos Convention Center where we allow you to sit back, relax, and be yourself. We are centrally located between Austin and San Antonio along IH-35, with easy access to all that San Marcos has to offer. In addition to our well-appointed guest rooms with free internet access, we offer The Springs Bistro + Bar our on-site restaurant and bar, an outdoor pool, fitness center, and 4,150 square feet of flexible function space. All this and more awaits you at the Holiday Inn San Marcos. Contact us today to book your upcoming stay or your next meeting. We look forward to welcoming you to our hotel and to San Marcos.

wedding

Reviewed By 657MarkS

Perfect location. Clean quiet great breakfast. The bed was a king, extremely comfortable. Soft water in shower. Only comment is the Wolfgang Puck coffee is awful. Recommend waiting until breakfast buffet opens and enjoy a decent cup.

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