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Best Western San Marcos

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near San Marcos River

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Exterior
Reception
Free daily on-the-go breakfast
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

7.6 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

7.0 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

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

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About the neighborhood

San Marcos

Best Western San Marcos places you in Rio Vista, within a leisurely stroll of popular sights such as San Marcos River and Texas State University. This hotel has 50 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Rio Vista Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Texas State University - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • San Marcos River - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Bobcat Stadium - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • John J. Stokes Sr. San Marcos River Park - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪P. Terry's Burger Stand - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Chuy's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Buddy’s Burger - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Best Western San Marcos

Hotel with free breakfast, near San Marcos River
Guests of Best Western San Marcos enjoy an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to help secure valuables, and answer any questions about the area. Additional amenities include express check-out, laundry facilities, and a vending machine.
Guests can expect free WiFi and TVs with cable channels. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include microwaves, coffee makers, and safes.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

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
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 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
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 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, 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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around Best Western San Marcos?

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

Is parking available on site at Best Western San Marcos?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Best Western San Marcos have a casino on the premises?

No, Best Western San Marcos doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Best Western San Marcos?

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

What amenities will couples enjoy at Best Western San Marcos?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding as well as an outdoor pool and free breakfast.

Does Best Western San Marcos have a hot tub?

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

Does Best Western San Marcos have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Best Western San Marcos offers free on-the-go breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Best Western San Marcos allow pets to stay for free?

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

Are there connecting rooms at Best Western San Marcos?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from Best Western San Marcos?

The closest major airport to Best Western San Marcos is Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS), which is about 27.1 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Best Western San Marcos?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Best Western San Marcos.

Reviews

Best Western San Marcos Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 330 out of 869 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 280 out of 869 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 142 out of 869 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 71 out of 869 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 46 out of 869 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Jasmin

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

San Marcos stay

Good location near the rivers and swimming holes. Nice bed. Check in was odd. Had a problem checking in and they double charged me on the hold. My credit card removed it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Timothy

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda, Houston

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dolores

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alisha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location nice pool area and very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joshua

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Ive been to a million best western hotels this hotel needs a upgrade. When we swam in the pool there was a roach. The towel holder in the restroom was loose, coming off the wall. I could go on but just neees a upgrade.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Jonah

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
There were roaches in my room and crawling on the breakfast bar in the morning.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Adriana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place, I will definitely go back again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edgar

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rachael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This hotel was ok but not great. It’s old and the parking is very cramped. It was clean and breakfast was adequate.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Kaleb

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

Efficient

Beds only had a decorative blanket. Strange smells in the room. Staff was friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

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

Great price

Very nice staff and easy to check in and out and good location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Moises

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Victor

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty smooth check in and out
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sara

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was no where near anything promised. Very small with debilitated exterior. So close to freeway was loud. No elevator. The bathroom had hair in the tub and in the floor, a disgusting stained shower curtain, and the bottom of tub had some sort of extremely worn mat in it. Beds were rick hard. I will never stay at a best western again nor prepay using Expedia.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tammy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Christina

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tristyn Tovey

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Last Minute Booking

Front Staff were excellent. Room was quiet and well maintained. Continental breakfast was adequate but could use an upgrade with a few more options.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

elizabeth

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Worth the stay.

decent clean and easy access good price,nice desk clerk.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gounravee

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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