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Best Budget Inn

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, near Texas State University

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Basic Single Room
Front of property
Basic Double Room | Television
Basic Single Room | Television

Reviews

5.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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903 N. I-Hwy. 35 (Rte. 12), San Marcos, TX, 78666
  • Place, Rio Vista Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, San Marcos River
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Texas State University
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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Basic Single Room

Basic Single Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Double Room | Television

Basic Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Marcos

Located in Rio Vista, Best Budget Inn is within a 10-minute stroll of sights such as Ramon Lucio Park and San Marcos Discovery Center. This 21-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like an outdoor pool and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Rio Vista Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • San Marcos River - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Texas State University - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Strahan Coliseum - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Bobcat Stadium - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 3 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Chuy's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Fuego Tortilla Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Buddy’s Burger - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Best Budget Inn

Motel with free parking, near Texas State University
An outdoor pool and free WiFi in public areas are features at Best Budget Inn. Free parking is included with your stay.
Guests can expect to find 27-inch TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 27-inch TV with premium cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 25 per accommodation, per week
  • 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.

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per accommodation, per week
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 smoke detector
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
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 smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

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

Property is also known as

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Best Budget Inn San Marcos
Best Budget Inn Motel San Marcos

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of Best Budget Inn?

This motel is situated in Rio Vista within a 10-minute walk of Rio Vista Park, Ramon Lucio Park, and San Marcos Discovery Center. You'll also find San Marcos River and Bobcat Softball Stadium less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Best Budget Inn?

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

Does Best Budget Inn include a casino?

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

Is there an indoor pool at Best Budget Inn?

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

Are there hot tubs at Best Budget Inn?

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

Does Best Budget Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

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

Will Best Budget Inn allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Best Budget Inn for a fee of USD 25 per accommodation, per week.

Are there connecting rooms at Best Budget Inn?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Best Budget Inn?

The closest major airport to Best Budget Inn 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?

No, at Best Budget Inn, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Reviews

Best Budget Inn Reviews

5.6

6.6/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Staff & service

2.0/10

Amenities

5.0/10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 4 reviews

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Richard, San Marcos

Business traveler
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

6/10 Okay

Mikel

Business traveler
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

8/10 Good

Charles

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

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

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