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Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG

Property class: 2.5
Spa hotel near San Marcos Premium Outlets

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A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a stone facade, large windows, and a covered entrance.
A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, multiple computer stations, and orange chairs.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a TV on a desk.
A lobby with a sofa, armchairs, a reception desk, and a map on the wall.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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900 Barnes Drive, San Marcos, TX, 78666
  • Place, San Marcos Premium Outlets
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Aquarena Springs Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Texas State University
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Accessible Tub)

A hotel room with a kitchenette, a microwave, a coffee machine, and two beds.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Accessible Tub)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a microwave.

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Hearing)

A hotel bathroom with a toilet, a sink, a mirror, and a shower area.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Hearing)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Accessible Tub)

A hotel bathroom with a toilet, a sink, a mirror, and a shower area.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Accessible Tub)

  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a bed, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a small refrigerator.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(62 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bed with white bedding and two pillows.

Standard Room

  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Hearing)

A hotel room with a microwave, coffee maker, and a bed.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Hearing)

  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Accessible Tub)

A hotel room with a microwave, coffee maker, and a bed.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Accessible Tub)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a kitchenette, a microwave, a coffee machine, and two beds.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(41 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible, Non Smoking (Tub)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a lamp.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible, Non Smoking (Tub)

  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Hear)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a lamp.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Hear)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub, Non Smoking (Accessible Tub)

A hotel room with a kitchenette, a microwave, a coffee machine, and two beds.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub, Non Smoking (Accessible Tub)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a microwave, coffee maker, and a bed.

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

San Marcos

In San Marcos .You'll find San Marcos Premium Outlets and Aquarena Springs Museum within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. Also, Purgatory Creek Natural Area is within 3 miles (5 km) and Texas State University is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • San Marcos Premium Outlets - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Aquarena Springs Museum - 3 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Rio Vista Park - 4 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Texas State University - 6 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Strahan Coliseum - 7 min drive - 9.0 km

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 11 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG

Spa hotel near San Marcos Premium Outlets
Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business center and a meeting room are available. Event space at this hotel measures 753 square feet (70 square meters) and includes conference space. A children's pool, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG. Self parking is free.

This San Marcos hotel is smoke free.

  • 88 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 753 sq ft of conference space
  • 70 sq m of conference space
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Cabanas by the pool (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG offers 88 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with deep soaking bathtubs, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This San Marcos hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Service fee: USD 5 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
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, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express San Marcos South Hotel
Holiday Inn Express San Marcos South
Inn Express San Marcos
Express Suites Marcos By Ihg
Holiday Inn Express Suites San Marcos South
Holiday Inn Express Suites San Marcos South by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Suites San Marcos South an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG Hotel

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG is 37.4 mi (46-min drive) away from the Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG?

As of Sept 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG on Sept 14, 2026 start from CA $134, excluding 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.

Does Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG have a spa?

Yes, this hotel has a spa.

How close is Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG to downtown San Marcos?

Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG is 3.4 mi away from San Marcos.

Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 584 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 180 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 89 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 81 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 71 out of 1005 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erich

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very courteous, room was as advertised and clean. Breakfast was good - had a lot of choices and items were frequently refilled/restocked as necessary. Definitely will stay here again, thank you!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
check in was quick and clerk was super. Room as expected clean and appealing.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exelent
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

heather

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room smelled bad like mildew, mattress had horrible stains. Not what we are used with a Holiday Inn Express. Would not stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was clean, quiet and good location!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pablo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean and great desk service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kenysha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and the beds were comfortable and had extra pillows. The staff was very pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yekaterina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great and super friendly customer service at the check in, easy and safe parking at the hotel, good breakfast selection.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Orlando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

MELINDA

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Our room appeared clean but noticed someone else’s trash was still in the bin. Not a huge deal because everything else appeared clean. Front desk staff was half asleep and we had to reset our key fob 4x…not sure why. Disappointed that we came back to our room to find housekeeping did not bother making beds or giving us fresh towels. Kinda a bummer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christie

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rotisha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel! Great location!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

nicole

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room had a musty smell, ac didn’t properly cool. Went down for breakfast and no breakfast was provided after being told
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Molly

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was not clean. Breakfast was cold and tasteless. Parking was easy.
Food left from previous person
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eddy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Lindsey

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
This is a perfectly adequate hotel. It was clean. Breakfast was good, except the watery oatmeal. I did not try any of the amenities. The coffee maker in the lobby was pretty good, but disappointed that there was none in the room. Bed’s were not bad. I had a hard time sleeping and I should have brought sound machine because of the noise in hotel. Over all really not bad for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Satisfied with my stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gustavo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, convenient and affordable. The breakfast was also well done.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
THE LOCATION OF THE PROPERTY AND THE BREACKFAST WAS GOOD.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice, convenient hotel with good breakfast

This was a nice, convenient hotel to stay the night before our daughter's Texas State move-in day
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room, quiet and safe area. No complaints!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

KRISTY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Front desk staff friendly & helpful. Room was clean & comfortable. Excellent blackout shades.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alfred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

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