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Our top choices for Downtown San Marcos hotels

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large TV screen.

1. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Austin San Marcos

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Austin San Marcos
3.0 star property
2.1 km from Downtown San Marcos
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Was great"
United States
Alvaro
The price is ฿3,591
฿4,130 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Austin San Marcos
A buffet setup with various food items and utensils.

2. Hampton Inn & Suites San Marcos

Hampton Inn & Suites San Marcos
2.5 star property
1.6 km from Downtown San Marcos
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Comfy"
United States
Andrew
The price is ฿2,964
฿3,409 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Hampton Inn & Suites San Marcos
A hotel entrance with a green sign, a parking lot, and landscaping.

3. Wingate by Wyndham San Marcos

Wingate by Wyndham San Marcos
3.0 star property
1.5 km from Downtown San Marcos
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great breakfast, location nearby restaurants. Travel for business, was great stay."
United States
douglas
The price is ฿2,822
฿3,245 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Wingate by Wyndham San Marcos
A hotel with a modern facade, a prominent entrance with a curved roof, and a parking lot with marked spaces.

4. Comfort Suites Near Texas State University

Comfort Suites Near Texas State University
2.5 star property
1.5 km from Downtown San Marcos
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Loved our room and breakfast"
United States
celes
The price is ฿2,686
฿3,089 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Comfort Suites Near Texas State University
A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area with shelves of bottles, and hanging light fixtures.

5. Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG

Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG
3.0 star property
2.8 km from Downtown San Marcos
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great hotel to stay in"
United States
Samantha
The price is ฿3,521
฿4,250 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG
A multi-level hotel lobby with a central atrium, multiple dining areas, and a pool.

6. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center
3.5 star property
5.8 km from Downtown San Marcos
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,364 reviews)
"Best hotel in San Marcos"
United States
Halona
The price is ฿4,647
฿5,396 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center
A spacious lobby with a brown sofa, blue armchair, and a round coffee table with a decorative bowl.

7. Best Western San Marcos

Best Western San Marcos
2.5 star property
Rio Vista, 1.5 km from Downtown San Marcos
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (994 reviews)
"The food and coffee was horrible"
United States
Miranda
The price is ฿2,392
฿2,751 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Best Western San Marcos
A hotel named La Quinta with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a modern building facade.

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

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Mall
3.0 star property
7.7 km from Downtown San Marcos
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,763 reviews)
"I like the cleanliness ,the staff,the breakfast,its quiet and relaxing."
United States
Irma
The price is ฿3,060
฿3,518 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Mall
A bar area with a long counter, multiple seating options, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

9. Hilton Garden Inn San Marcos

Hilton Garden Inn San Marcos
3.0 star property
4.1 km from Downtown San Marcos
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Nice place to stay!Great location."
United States
Josiah
The price is ฿3,962
฿4,556 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn San Marcos
An outdoor patio with a brick wall, a covered seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a grill station.

10. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Marcos

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Marcos
3.0 star property
4.6 km from Downtown San Marcos
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Angel
The price is ฿3,734
฿4,294 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Homewood Suites by Hilton San Marcos
A cozy living room with a fireplace, two armchairs, a sofa, and a coffee table.

11. The Crystal River Inn

The Crystal River Inn
3.0 star property
0.5 km from Downtown San Marcos
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (275 reviews)
"i loved this place, will stay again."
United States
Matt
The price is ฿4,681
฿5,383 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
The Crystal River Inn
A modern kitchen with a long wooden table, bar stools, a built-in TV, and a brick accent wall.

12. Residence Inn by Marriott San Marcos

Residence Inn by Marriott San Marcos
3.0 star property
8.1 km from Downtown San Marcos
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (580 reviews)
"The kitchen amenities were very clean and useful."
United States
Brian
The price is ฿3,902
฿4,488 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Residence Inn by Marriott San Marcos
A modern building with a sign reading "LIVAWAY SUITES" and a covered entrance area.

13. LivAway Suites Austin San Marcos

LivAway Suites Austin San Marcos
2.0 star property
2.7 km from Downtown San Marcos
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (435 reviews)
"Great location! Very clean and had everything you could need."
United States
Tammy
The price is ฿2,384
฿2,742 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
LivAway Suites Austin San Marcos
A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a stone facade, large windows, and a covered entrance.

14. Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG

Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG
2.5 star property
5.5 km from Downtown San Marcos
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"The breakfast and coffee was delicious"
United States
Jessica
The price is ฿3,588
฿4,294 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG
A hotel room with a bed, a television, a desk, and a chair.

15. Red Roof Inn San Marcos

Red Roof Inn San Marcos
2.0 star property
Rio Vista, 1.3 km from Downtown San Marcos
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Friendly staff and clean rooms."
United States
Amanda
The price is ฿2,039
฿2,344 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Red Roof Inn San Marcos
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a wall-mounted phone.

16. Motel 6 San Marcos, TX

Motel 6 San Marcos, TX
2.0 star property
2.3 km from Downtown San Marcos
6.4 out of 10, (1,010 reviews)
"Nice check in, clean room perfect for everything we needed"
United States
Sarah
The price is ฿1,842
฿2,119 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Motel 6 San Marcos, TX
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a phone, and a painting of a forest on the wall.

17. Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
2.0 star property
Rio Vista, 1.5 km from Downtown San Marcos
6.4 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay, very close to san marcos river, I enjoyed it with my wife and brother"
United States
Jadelyn
The price is ฿1,995
฿2,294 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller sofa, a bedside table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

18. Comfort Inn & Suites San Marcos near Outlet Mall

Comfort Inn & Suites San Marcos near Outlet Mall
2.5 star property
4.7 km from Downtown San Marcos
6.8 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"Horrible place to stay at."
United States
Ebelin
The price is ฿2,308
฿2,654 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Comfort Inn & Suites San Marcos near Outlet Mall
A circular stone fire pit with seating around it, set in a courtyard with a fence and trees.

19. Courtyard San Marcos

Courtyard San Marcos
3.0 star property
8.1 km from Downtown San Marcos
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice hotel, nothing special, but nice, clean, and quiet."
United States
Nicholas
The price is ฿3,289
฿3,783 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Courtyard San Marcos
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

20. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
3.0 star property
3.1 km from Downtown San Marcos
6.4 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"I did not like anything about this property. The photos are very deceiving. Very sketchy motel vibes."
United States
Johanna
The price is ฿2,173
฿2,499 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
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Hotels recommended for families in Downtown San Marcos

A buffet setup with various food items and utensils.

Hampton Inn & Suites San Marcos

Hampton Inn & Suites San Marcos
2.5 star property
San Marcos
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000)
The price is ฿2,964
฿3,409 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Hampton Inn & Suites San Marcos

Where to stay in Downtown San Marcos

Find the best Downtown San Marcos areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Rio Vista

While Rio Vista isn't home to many top sights, San Marcos River and Strahan Coliseum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Dunbar

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Dunbar and surrounding area, you can visit Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park and San Marcos River.

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Heritage

While visiting Heritage, you might make a stop by sights like Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park and Witliff Collections.

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Westover

While there might not be top attractions in Westover, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park and Aquarena Springs Museum.

Millview East

While there might not be top attractions in Millview East, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bobcat Stadium and Meadows Center for Water and the Environment.

Top Downtown San Marcos Hotel Reviews

Hacienda del Rio

Hacienda del Rio

8/10 Good
"Place was super cute! We only stayed one night so didn’t get to use much of the amenities but would definitely go back!"
Megan 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Hacienda del Rio

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown San Marcos like?
Travellers to San Marcos's Downtown San Marcos neighbourhood will be sure to enjoy a stay here. Are you looking for Downtown San Marcos travel tips? Make sure that you visit San Marcos River and Hays County Historic Courthouse while you're in the neighbourhood.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the Downtown San Marcos area?
When you want to put your feet up after a day of exploring the sights in San Marcos, you can choose from 14 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown San Marcos.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown San Marcos, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available in Downtown San Marcos.
What is there to do in this San Marcos neighbourhood?
Sights like Texas Music Theater and Charles S. Cock House Museum can be part of your cultural tour of Downtown San Marcos. San Marcos River and Hays County Historic Courthouse are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. The Marc, Calaboose African American History Museum and Cheatham Street Warehouse are just a few of the places to visit in and around Downtown San Marcos. While you're out sightseeing in San Marcos, make sure that you visit other sights such as Witliff Collections or Strahan Coliseum.