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Best Western San Marcos

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

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Relax in comfort with a large bed, flat-screen TV, and desk workspace.
Relax by the pool surrounded by a secure boundary and shaded seating areas.
Welcome to Best Western, a hotel with a modern design and covered entrance.
Check-in and unwind in our welcoming reception area, featuring a convenient coffee station and helpful amenities.
Relax in our inviting lobby with a comfortable seating area, dining space, and reception desk.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

Room options

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

Relax in comfort with a large bed, flat-screen TV, and desk workspace.

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

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Two single beds with matching headboards and footboards, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with sheer curtains.

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

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

Two single beds with matching headboards and footboards, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with sheer curtains.

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

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

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

Relax in comfort with a large bed, flat-screen TV, and desk workspace.

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

7.4 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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
  • San Marcos Premium Outlets - 6 min drive - 5.6 miles

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
  • ‪Chuy's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Ivar's River Pub - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Fuego Tortilla Grill-San Marcos - ‬2 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.

Languages

English, Spanish

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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

Best Western Hotel San Marcos
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San Marcos Best Western
Best Western San Marcos Hotel
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Best Western San Marcos Hotel San Marcos

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.

Does Best Western San Marcos have connecting rooms?

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.

Best Western San Marcos Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 308 out of 835 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 274 out of 835 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 139 out of 835 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 68 out of 835 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 46 out of 835 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Moises

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Coy

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Quick stay to visit family

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good value for price.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosidelia

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
We love staying at this hotel every time we are at San Marcos,for its cleanliness,spacious rooms,amazing breakfast,good personnel’s and vicinity to rio vista river.💞😀💕
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sue Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you !
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice employee
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruben

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia, Houston

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Misty

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It wasn't terrible, very outdated, no stairs, bed as hard as a rock and the room has a musty old smell. I went an bought lysol and clorox wipes and gave the room a good wipe down.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yevgeniya

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Scott

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

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

10/10 Excellent

Arlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Senortraveler

The desk clerk was cheerful and very helpful. The bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca, Kabwe

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice. Clean. Good condition. Friendly, professional staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly. The room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to the highway
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Khalifa

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

10/10 Excellent

Felicia

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

10/10 Excellent

Kristy

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

8/10 Good

Antonio

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

10/10 Excellent

Jamilyn

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

lizzeth

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

10/10 Excellent

JONIE

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

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