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Best Western San Marcos

2.5 star property
Hotel near San Marcos River in San Marcos

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Lobby
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Free daily on-the-go breakfast
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Reception

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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917 N I 35, San Marcos, TX, 78666
  • Place, Rio Vista Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, San Marcos River
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Texas State University
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

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

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

7.6 out of 10
Good
(21 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Microwave and Refrigerator, Work Desk, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Microwave and Refrigerator, Work Desk, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

About the area

San Marcos

Rio Vista stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Rio Vista hotel, you'll find San Marcos River and Texas State University. Ramon Lucio Park and San Marcos Discovery Center are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Rio Vista Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Texas State University - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • San Marcos River - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Strahan Coliseum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Bobcat Stadium - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 3 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪P. Terry's Burger Stand - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Chuy's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Herbert's Taco Hut - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Best Western San Marcos

Hotel near San Marcos River in San Marcos
Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. You'll find a business center on site. Free breakfast is available daily. An outdoor pool, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Best Western San Marcos. Free self parking is available.

This San Marcos hotel is smoke free.

  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • No smoking on site
Best Western San Marcos offers 50 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Premium cable television is provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express 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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
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, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Best Western San Marcos to the airport?

Best Western San Marcos is 33.8 mi (36-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 Best Western San Marcos?

As of Jun 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western San Marcos on Jun 9, 2026 start from CA $87, 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 Best Western San Marcos have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Best Western San Marcos.

Does Best Western San Marcos offer free breakfast?

Best Western San Marcos offers free on-the-go breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Best Western San Marcos?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Best Western San Marcos?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Best Western San Marcos?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Best Western San Marcos have a pool?

Best Western San Marcos features an outdoor pool.

Does Best Western San Marcos have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Best Western San Marcos to downtown San Marcos?

Best Western San Marcos is 1 mi away from San Marcos.

Best Western San Marcos Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 365 out of 928 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 291 out of 928 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 151 out of 928 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 73 out of 928 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 928 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and the hotel was conveniently located. Older property but well maintained and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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4/10 Poor

Rolando

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old property. Had an incident but front desk staff was extremely helpful and had no issues giving me credit. His name was Johnny and his customer service was great.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

CHRISELDA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
stay was exceptional loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Leticia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, quick check in, good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bertha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff very friendly and professional. Breakfast was OK.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nadia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was a great location to University. Easy to find.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Edgar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Jinna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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6/10 Okay

Gulam Husen

Liked: Staff & service
Room was comfortable. Staff very friendly yet with professional courtesy. Breakfast was very plane and simple. Good coffee and choice of juices.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location nice pool area and very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place, I will definitely go back again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a nice stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Clarence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was good for a rest stop
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Emery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location.. great stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alexa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Latha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was safe.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jacob

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

Great price

Very nice staff and easy to check in and out and good location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Such friendly desk attendant. Great tub and hot water. Simple nice breakfast. Ill be back☺️
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Worth the stay.

decent clean and easy access good price,nice desk clerk.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was perfect. The breakfast was excellent rooms were clean. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front staff guy was great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was clean and well-maintained.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

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