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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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Exterior
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace
1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace
Lobby lounge

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
600 Wonder World Dr, San Marcos, TX, 78666
  • Rio Vista Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Texas State University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • San Marcos Premium Outlets
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Sofa Bed, Full Kitchen

7.2 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)
  • 525 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

1 King Studio Handicap Roll-In Shower

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

2 Queen Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

1 Queen Studio

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Sofa bed, Full Kitchen

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Sofa bed, Full Kitchen

  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for 1 Queen Studio Handicap Hearing Accessible (w/ Doorbell)

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

1 Queen Studio Handicap Hearing Accessible (w/ Doorbell)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

1 King Studio Handicap Hearing Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

2 Queen Studio Handicap Hearing Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Sofa Bed, Mobile Access Tub, Full Kitchen

  • 525 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for 2 Queen Studio Handicap Roll-In Shower

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

2 Queen Studio Handicap Roll-In Shower

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite (Subject to Availability)

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Studio Suite (Subject to Availability)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible, Full Kitchen

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible, Full Kitchen

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 415 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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 - 0.5 miles
  • Rio Vista Park - 3 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Texas State University - 4 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • San Marcos Premium Outlets - 4 min drive - 3.3 miles

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
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pluckers Wing Bar - ‬2 min drive

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.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • 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
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

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: 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

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 available for USD 10.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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 25 per pet, per day (maximum USD 150 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

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 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 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
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San Marcos Candlewood Suites
San Marcos Suites
Suites San Marcos
Candlewood Suites San Marcos Hotel
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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 Jul 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG on Aug 10, 2025 start from $94.0, 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. 392 out of 875 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 224 out of 875 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 110 out of 875 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 71 out of 875 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 78 out of 875 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Amy

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I am not sure where to begin, but this is the most disgusting hotel I have stayed in. The entire hotel smelled like weed. The sheets had stains on them. The curtains had what appeared to be blood stains on them. In the drawers of the bathroom Simone left pubic trimmers, dirty underwear and pajama pants. The staff did nothing to take care of the problems. The rewards program was a joke as well. There is little to no lighting in the parking lot so I was a bit surprised my car was still there in the morning. Took photos of all of these things and still the management did nothing. It seriously appeared to be a “pay by the hour hotel”. I do not recommend anything about this hotel other than leaving!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lavonda

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray

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

Will Be Back Again

Very nice & comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

jay k

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Maria

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The shower drain was clogged. Hair and soap on the walls in the shower.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Brandy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel outside was nice looking. It wasn’t bad but our door wouldn’t stay closed. We had to deadbolt it just for it the be closed and lock.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

ralph

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

10/10 Excellent

Kristona D

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tim

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No one at the front to check in, got to the room and the keys didn’t work. Went back downstairs and it took ten minutes to find front desk girl to get keys reprogrammed. Room was dirty and beds looked disheveled. Took a shower and not a single towel in the room. Dried off with paper towels. Lifted toilet seat and it had skid marks like someone had just gone the bathroom. Trash can still had trash in it from prior guest. Went back down to front desk and asked for a different room. Finally got keys to a different room and the keys didn’t work. Had to go back down to front desk and get them reprogrammed. Second room had a TV but no remote to turn it on. Finally got a remote from first room and turned on TV but still didn’t work. It was by far the worst experience I’ve ever had at a hotel. Do not waste your time or money staying there.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Amy

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The people were very nice at the front desk. The property was very worn down and in need of updating. our shower did not work properly and our room did not have a remote.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

JASON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittney

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Laurane

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Overpriced. I reserved a king and got a queen. I was told this happens frequently when you book through Expedia.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Gwendalyn

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julizza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

charles

Great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No elevator or internet service during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Candace

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The elevator was out upon arrival. Not the properties fault apparently some kids staying there broke it. Front desk was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessilee

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Hotel RIGHT NEXT TO THE FREIGHT LINES

All aspects of service was okay. The main problem is location IT IS RIGHT NEXT TO THE FREIGHT LINES. The trains keep blasting their horn all night. So you will not get ANY sleep
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacinda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay and staff was so wonderful and accommodating to me! Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Jacqueline

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location convenient
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025