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Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area

2.0 star property
Motel near San Marcos River in San Marcos

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Seasonal outdoor pool
Lobby
Exterior
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds
Lobby

Reviews

4.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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811 S Guadalupe St, San Marcos, TX, 78666
  • Place, Rio Vista Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Texas State University
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, San Marcos Premium Outlets
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

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

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Marcos

In shopping district.Within a 10-minute walk of the motel, you'll find Ramon Lucio Park and Ramon Lucio Memorial Park. Calaboose African American History Museum and San Marcos Discovery Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Rio Vista Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • John J. Stokes Sr. San Marcos River Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Texas State University - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • San Marcos River - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • San Marcos Premium Outlets - 6 min drive - 4.7 miles

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 10 min walk
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Industry - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area

Motel near San Marcos River in San Marcos
As a guest of Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area, you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area also features coffee/tea in a common area, concierge services, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Self parking is free.

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

  • 1 building
  • 54 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area offers 54 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Seasonal 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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Pay movies
  • TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 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
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 40 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are 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.

  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee

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
Cashless transactions are available
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
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. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in April and close in September.
  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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

Econo Lodge Marcos
Econo Lodge Motel Marcos
Econolodge San Marcos
San Marcos Econo Lodge
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Econo Lodge
Econo Marcos University Area
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area to the airport?

Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area is 34.2 mi (36-min drive) away from the Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area.

Does Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area offer free breakfast?

Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area have a pool?

Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area to downtown San Marcos?

Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area is 0.8 mi away from San Marcos.

Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area Reviews

Reviews

4.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 630 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 73 out of 630 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 630 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 123 out of 630 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 273 out of 630 reviews

4.8/10

Cleanliness

5.2/10

Staff & service

3.4/10

Amenities

4.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

3.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Suzanne

Nothing
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

yolanda

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

Mandarin my name and my family's name for his refu

My stay was terrible oh the guy slender to my name and says he had to give a refund twice or five times yesterday because of my truck and because of the homeless people that hang around his property I have talked to a lawyer this morning and I am very very carefully sorry for this but the thing of it is he made me wait seven and a half hours before I could check in to talk to him after paying for my room online through y'all and then he tells me all of this that it's my fault and all this stuff that he had to give a refund when his rooms are nasty dirty not clean when I take into my room at 7:00 last night I had to clean it went to the office several times to get my towels and toilet paper which nobody answered the doorbell or came to the window I am very tired of this place I have paid a lot of money at this place for my family and I've had too many bad experience I need my money back with this I tell you I'm sorry but if I am not refunded I will tell my lawyers to proceed in the lawsuit at the econo Lodge of slandering my name thank you, again and again I rented it again last night after my week's day that I paid for I put it in my old man's name which is William Mondey and he is the one that check in last night I need to be refunded of this or but I also need to talk to somebody about this thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Chrysti

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The back of the hotel had windows that were boarded up. The lobby was closed you had to use a window. For a quick need a place to stay it’s okay but I
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Rebeca

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay, it was close enough to the destinations we wanted to visit.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Roger

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I reserved 2 Queen beds & got 2to the room & only 2 full size beds. Refrigerator was broken also microwave was dirty & old. Horribly uncomfortable weekend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Luz

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Raul

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Clean room but outside of that not so good

Room was clean. However needs update and repair. Stairs need cleaning. Lobby was locked, had to check in and out through window. Surrounding wasn't very inviting.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Adrian

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Dirty
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Robby

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was terrible. Walked in and there was a dead roach on the floor. Floor was dirty. Couldn’t figure out how to turn on the lights. The light switch turned on the microwave! You could see daylight thru the door jam, the door didn’t feel secure when shut and the peep hole was just an empty hole. There was no way we could stay. This room and property looked nothing like the photos. We checked out as soon as we found a different room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

Extremely unhappy with my stay

At check in I was given a room with a sink clogged with mud and no working phone. The next room was a little better but the phone also didn’t work and the TV didn’t either. The bathroom had the previous guests dirty washcloth hanging on the shower head. There were men lingering outside our door drinking beer and yelling until after 1am. I couldn’t move hotels, no refund available. The next night more men drinking in the stairwell, outside my door, and in the parking lot. I didn’t feel safe going from my car to my room at all. There was a lot of middle of the night yelling and revving engines. There was no “breakfast” as you can’t even enter the lobby at any time. This is not at all a safe place for families to stay. I fully understand, you get what you pay for, however this was not at all like the pictures and things that were advertised were not offered.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Raul

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Ok review

Overall was ok. When we arrived at check in time our room was extremely dirty. Housekeeping arrived shortly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

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

Good basic accomodation.

Basic accommodations. The air conditioning worked, but you had to fiddle with it. Decent water pressure.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lena

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Roy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property needs to be updated , concrete stairs are old and anti slip pads are loose and dangerous to step on especially when wet, Rooms smell, some of the appliances didnt work in the room , hair dryer short circuit and burned in my hands. Front lobby can not be accessed and locked at all times you can only speek to someone through a small glass window, an weired crew was filming in room 111 looked like a pornographic video was beening made! And the odor of burnt marijuana in our room was horrible! I called the Manager and he made it seem like i was the one smoking the crap!! We did not stay the remainder of days we reserved and found a different location to finish our vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

yolanda

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stay there are a lot of times and sometimes everything's good and sometimes not this time the room I stated no heater no television no nothing no nothing no heater no nothing
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

yolanda

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

yolanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bleh

Most lamps were missing lightbulbs. Many others just didnt work. Bed extremely uncomfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024