Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park

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Spa
Meeting facility
Breakfast and dinner served
Interior entrance
BBQ/picnic area

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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105 Bintu Drive, San Marcos, TX, 78666
  • Place, Seton Heart Institute - WellMed San Marcos
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Aquarena Springs Museum
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, San Marcos River
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(37 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(31 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Hearing)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Feature, In-Room Drinks/Snacks)

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Feature, In-Room Drinks/Snacks)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower, Non Smoking

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

About the neighborhood

San Marcos

Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG places you within 3 miles (5 km) of popular attractions like Rio Vista Park and Texas State University. This 108-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Seton Heart Institute - WellMed San Marcos - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Aquarena Springs Museum - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • San Marcos River - 1 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Ramon Lucio Park - 1 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • John J. Stokes Sr. San Marcos River Park - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 10 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG

Hotel with free parking, near Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park
At Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG, guests enjoy an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a conference center, a 24-hour business center, and coffee/tea in a common area.
Guests can expect flat-screen TVs with cable channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Beds sport pillow menus and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include refrigerators, coffee makers, and free newspapers.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: USD 6 to 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Spring Bistro & Bar

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (4,150 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2015
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 50 per pet, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 50.00 per stay
  • Pet weight must not exceed 55 lbs per pet
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 3 kids 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Service fee: USD 6 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 6 to 10 for adults, and USD 0 to 0 for children
  • Pet deposit: USD 50.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
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)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn San Marcos Hotel
Holiday Inn San Marcos
Holiday Inn San Marcos
Holiday Inn San Marcos Convention CTR Area
Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn San Marcos Convention CTR Area an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG San Marcos

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG?

Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG provides free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see around Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG?

This hotel is located in San Marcos within a short 17-minute walk of Aquarena Springs Museum. You'll also find San Marcos Premium Outlets and John J. Stokes Sr. San Marcos River Park within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

Does Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG feature a casino on the premises?

No, Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Spring Bistro & Bar.

Does Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG for a fee of USD 50 per pet, per stay. A deposit of USD 50.00 per stay is collected.

Does Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG have connecting rooms?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

What is the closest airport to Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG?

The closest major airport to Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG is Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS), which is about 29.2 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG host weddings?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG.

Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 534 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 231 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 104 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 64 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 68 out of 1001 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Rodolfo, CDMX

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No Hot water!!! Terrible!!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

10/10 Excellent

Alma

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean & comfortable! Will stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, Tyler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly. Hotel showing signs of aging. Great bar and restaurant. Plenty of parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Justin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
When we arrived and went to check in, the lady that was working the front counter told us that our reservation had been cancelled. I was very confused and asked why and she said that we didn't answer the phone when they called to ask if we still wanted the reservation. This has never happened before when we reserve a hotel through Travelocity. The air in our room was nice and cold until we went to sleep and during the middle of the night the air cut off and it wouldn't come back on until later on after we got up to get our day started. The air did this both nights. The shower head was broken in the shower and barely trickled any water out and the tub itself was so slippery that it would be a danger to anyone who's balance wasn't excellent. When I told the people at the front desk about these issues they acted like they did not care and they said that they would let maintenance know. We will definitely not ever stay at this hotel again. We were very disappointed from the time we got there until we left.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Plenty of water bottles and snacks in the room were a nice touch. Our room was also very clean and the AC felt great!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location clean and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tasha

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room is old and dirty and the furniture is falling apart. This is the second room we tried. The first one had visible mold and smelled like mold. The pool is super tiny even the it looks huge in the pictures. I would never stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Anissa

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Stephen Christopher

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fine, needed access to computer for printing and front desk was very helpful to get that accomplished
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

PATRICIA

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly. The only issue was that only one elevator was working during our stay. Hotel was clean, pillows and bed were comfortable. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

LaKesha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the friendly staff and welcoming spirit when you walk through the door!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

HECTOR, THE WOODLANDS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pros: Excellent check-in; friendly, helpful staff; and free coffee and muffins all day in the lobby. Cons: Room felt cramped, bed was too soft, and breakfast was not worth the bother.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos Roberto Guevara del

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Is very nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Dennis

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

6/10 Okay

Carlos

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
slow
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

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

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

glynn

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

8/10 Good

Tanya

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was nice. We had an issue with our air conditioning not working and the staff went above and beyond trying to make sure we were comfortable for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cedrick

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

10/10 Excellent

Stareggia

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

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

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