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Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel near Aquarena Springs Museum in San Marcos

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Exterior
Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, with Sofa Bed (Full Kitchen)
Lobby lounge
Exterior

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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600 Wonder World Dr, San Marcos, TX, 78666
  • Place, Aquarena Springs Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Purgatory Creek Natural Area
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Dunbar Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, 1 King Bed (Full Kitchen)

Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 Bedroom, 1 King Bed (Full Kitchen)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)
  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed (Full Kitchen)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Studio Suite (Subject to Availability)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower (Full Kitchen)

Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower (Full Kitchen)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Hearing Accessible (Full Kitchen)

Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Hearing Accessible (Full Kitchen)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, with Sofa Bed (Full Kitchen)

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, with Sofa Bed (Full Kitchen)

  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed (Full Kitchen)

Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed (Full Kitchen)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed (Full Kitchen)

Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed (Full Kitchen)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Full Kitchen)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Full Kitchen)

Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Full Kitchen)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Full Kitchen)

Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Full Kitchen)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Full Kitchen)

Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 Bedroom, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Full Kitchen)

  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Full Kitchen)

Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Full Kitchen)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

San Marcos

In San Marcos .A stay at this hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Aquarena Springs Museum and 3 miles (5 km) of Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park. John J. Stokes Sr. San Marcos River Park and San Marcos River are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Aquarena Springs Museum - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Purgatory Creek Natural Area - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • San Marcos Premium Outlets - 3 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Dunbar Park - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Texas State University - 5 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 6 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Thundercloud Subs - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG

Hotel near Aquarena Springs Museum in San Marcos
Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a snack bar/deli on site. A 24-hour business center and a meeting room are available.

A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 850 square feet (79 square meters) and includes conference space. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this San Marcos hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 80 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 850 sq ft of conference space
  • 79 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2012
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Game room or arcade
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG offers 80 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Kitchens offer full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

This San Marcos hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • 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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per day (maximum USD 150 per stay)
  • Weight limit: 60 lbs per pet
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 14 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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.

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per day (maximum USD 150 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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, Union Pay, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. 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

  • The seasonal pool will open in January and close in January.
  • Up to 3 children 14 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

Candlewood San Marcos
Candlewood Suites Hotel San Marcos
Candlewood Suites San Marcos
San Marcos Candlewood Suites
San Marcos Suites
Suites San Marcos
Candlewood Suites San Marcos Hotel
Candlewood Suites cos Hotel

Frequently asked questions

How close is Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG to the airport?

Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG is 35.3 mi (43-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 Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG?

As of May 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG on May 20, 2026 start from CA $136, 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 Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG.

Does Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG offer free breakfast?

Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG?

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

Is there free parking at Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG have a pool?

Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG features an outdoor pool.

Does Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG to downtown San Marcos?

Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG is 1.9 mi away from San Marcos.

Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 448 out of 979 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 242 out of 979 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 121 out of 979 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 75 out of 979 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 93 out of 979 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marcos

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and amenities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Floyd

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Clean room easy checkin. Staff talked loudly outside our room at 9am. Check out is not till 11am. we lost an hour of badly needed sleep. Work on it.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

JAIRO

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Rachel

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Valeria

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Emily

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Jack

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Rooms were clean and it was very quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient, affordable, clean and quiet. Exactly what I was looking for.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Friendly staff. Full size fridge was great!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Brady

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Milton

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place is well kept. Getting into the parking lot can be tricky coming from the south. Staff was great. Wife left her charger in the room. Called and the had it at the front desk.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

jaime o

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Letitia

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, quiet, staff was nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Landon

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rudd staff rooms were gross
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025