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Best Budget Inn San Marcos, TX

2.5 star property

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A room with a large window, a blue vase with branches, a red pot, a cabinet with items, and an air conditioner.
A bathroom with a sink, toilet, and bathtub.
A Budget Inn sign, a fenced parking area, and a building with a green door.
A reception desk with a computer, a glass display case with various items, and a wall-mounted security camera.
A room with two beds, each with a striped bedspread, a light fixture above the beds, and a white wall.

Reviews

4.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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903 S I-35 South Frontage Rd, San Marcos, TX, 78666
  • Place, San Marcos River
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Rio Vista Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Texas State University
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

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A room with a bed, a small table, and a speaker.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A room with two beds, each with a striped bedspread, a light fixture above the beds, and a white wall.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

San Marcos

Located in Rio Vista, Best Budget Inn San Marcos, TX is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Rio Vista Park and San Marcos River. The 48 rooms at this motel include microwaves and TVs.
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What's nearby

  • San Marcos River - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Rio Vista Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Texas State University - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • John J. Stokes Sr. San Marcos River Park - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Strahan Coliseum - 3 min drive - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 8 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪P. Terry's Burger Stand - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Herbert's Taco Hut - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Chuy's - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Best Budget Inn San Marcos, TX

Guests of Best Budget Inn San Marcos, TX enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas. Free parking is included with your stay. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready.
Guests can expect to find 27-inch TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Microwaves and ironing boards are also standard.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 27-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, 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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 2:00 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.

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 cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Best Budget Inn San Marcos
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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of Best Budget Inn San Marcos, TX?

This motel is situated in Rio Vista within a short 8-minute walk of Rio Vista Park and also 11 minutes on foot from San Marcos River. You'll also find Bobcat Softball Stadium and Ramon Lucio Park less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Best Budget Inn San Marcos, TX?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Best Budget Inn San Marcos, TX include a casino?

No, Best Budget Inn San Marcos, TX doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Best Budget Inn San Marcos, TX?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Are there hot tubs at Best Budget Inn San Marcos, TX?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Best Budget Inn San Marcos, TX have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Best Budget Inn San Marcos, TX doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Best Budget Inn San Marcos, TX allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Best Budget Inn San Marcos, TX though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Best Budget Inn San Marcos, TX?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Best Budget Inn San Marcos, TX?

The closest major airport to Best Budget Inn San Marcos, TX is Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS), which is about 27.2 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Best Budget Inn San Marcos, TX?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Best Budget Inn San Marcos, TX that offer a balcony.

Best Budget Inn San Marcos, TX Reviews

Reviews

4.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 8 reviews

5.0/10

Cleanliness

5.0/10

Staff & service

2.6/10

Amenities

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A/C was barely blowing made it miserably hot. Shower curtains were held up by what looked like wire hangers. TV didn't even work. Only had two bath towels a day. No hand towels nor wash rags. All in all a terrible experience
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Richard

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thy said thy had WiFi there was no in the room I was in not sure why but thy didn’t help I needed WiFi for writing and posting things online. That was only reason to get a room with WiFi. All and all was bad
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Mikel

Pretty quiet, for the money was good for rest. Something's could have been updated, but overall it met my need.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Randy

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2020