Best Western San Marcos

2.5 star property
Hotel near Texas State University in San Marcos

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Lobby
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Exterior
Reception

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • 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
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Texas State University
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Strahan Coliseum
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

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

7.4 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

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

  • Sleeps 2

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

  • Sleeps 4

Accessible-2 Queen, Mobility Accessible, Communication Assistance, Bathtub, Work Desk, Microwave and Refrigerator, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

Accessible-1 King, Mobility Accessible, Communication Assistance, Bathtub, Work Desk, Microwave and Refrigerator, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Accessibility-1 King, Bathtub, Nonsmoking

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

San Marcos

Rio Vista stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Rio Vista hotel, you'll find Ramon Lucio Park and San Marcos Discovery Center. Ramon Lucio Memorial Park and Rio Vista Park are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Rio Vista Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Texas State University - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • San Marcos River - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Strahan Coliseum - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Bobcat Stadium - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

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
  • ‪Fuego Tortilla Grill - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Best Western San Marcos

Hotel near Texas State University 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 Jan 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western San Marcos on Jan 25, 2026 start from $71.11, 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

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 339 out of 887 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 284 out of 887 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 146 out of 887 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 71 out of 887 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 47 out of 887 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chastity

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hector

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Beth

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The biggest complaint that I have is this Best Western does not have an elevator. Had I been aware of this I would not have booked with them. When I went back to the website and scrolled all the way down to the ammenities, the LAST item showed no elevators. I was not interested in the ammenities so I did not even go that far when looking for a hotel. This to me should be on the front of their website to make people aware. Going up and down 2 flights of stairs with luggage and other items is not convenient or safe.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hayden

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly, Spring

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front staff guy was great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Latha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was safe.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

James, Oakville

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaime Rene

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jinna

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

10/10 Excellent

Bernice

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Crystal

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

BRANDON

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view from my room was a messy backyard and the shower had hairs all over it.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Andrea

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Definitely not worth the money

Our room smelled like someone had recently fried food inside the room, the blankets are poor quality, they are thin and scratchy and very uncomfortable. It was a non smoking room but it had multiple burn marks in the carpet. The pool had a film on the tiles that made it look like it’s not being cleaned properly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa Marie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nina

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Latha

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Clarence

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

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with group
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

8/10 Good

Anabel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was near Texas State University. It was a last-minute stay; there was availability and the price was excellent. The young lady that assisted us was very friendly and professional. The room was nice and clean. My only complaint, the vent in the bathroom was missing, so it felt a little creepy. Other than that, it was a pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025