Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Aquarena Springs Museum

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Exterior
1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Lobby lounge
1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
600 Wonder World Dr, San Marcos, TX, 78666
  • Rio Vista Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Texas State University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • San Marcos Premium Outlets
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

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Room options

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Sofa Bed, Full Kitchen

7.2 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)
  • 525 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

1 King Studio Handicap Roll-In Shower

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

2 Queen Studio

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

1 Queen Studio

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Sofa bed, Full Kitchen

  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

1 Queen Studio Handicap Hearing Accessible (w/ Doorbell)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

1 King Studio Handicap Hearing Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

2 Queen Studio Handicap Hearing Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Sofa Bed, Mobile Access Tub, Full Kitchen

  • 525 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

2 Queen Studio Handicap Roll-In Shower

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

Studio Suite (Subject to Availability)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible, Full Kitchen

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 415 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

San Marcos

Aquarena Springs Museum is a short stroll from Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG, and other popular attractions like Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park are within a few miles (5 km). This 80-room hotel has an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Aquarena Springs Museum - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Rio Vista Park - 3 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Texas State University - 4 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • San Marcos Premium Outlets - 4 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 6 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pluckers Wing Bar - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG

Hotel with free parking, near Aquarena Springs Museum
At Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG, guests enjoy features like an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include conference space, a 24-hour business center, and a seasonal outdoor pool.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels and DVD players, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Pillowtop beds grant a restful night's sleep, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Kitchens, sitting areas, and refrigerators are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

Languages

English, Spanish

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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

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

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • 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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2012
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Rooftop garden

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 25 per pet, per day (maximum USD 150 per stay)
  • Pet weight must not exceed 60 lbs per pet
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 3 kids 14 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

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 pet, per day (maximum USD 150 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from January to January.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Candlewood San Marcos
Candlewood Suites Hotel San Marcos
Candlewood Suites San Marcos
San Marcos Candlewood Suites
San Marcos Suites
Suites San Marcos
Candlewood Suites San Marcos Hotel
Candlewood Suites cos Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG?

Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG provides free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see close to Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG?

This hotel is located in San Marcos, a short 12-minute walk from Aquarena Springs Museum and also 18 minutes on foot from Purgatory Creek Natural Area. You'll also find San Marcos Premium Outlets and San Marcos River within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG?

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

Does Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG have a casino?

No, Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool is normally open from January until January.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include a pillowtop mattress, a kitchen, and free Internet access.

Does Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG have a hot tub?

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

Does Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG for a fee of USD 25 per pet, per day.

Are there connecting rooms at Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG?

The closest major airport to Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG is Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS), which is about 29.4 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG.

Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 388 out of 860 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 222 out of 860 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 860 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 71 out of 860 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 74 out of 860 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

JASON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittney

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Laurane

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Overpriced. I reserved a king and got a queen. I was told this happens frequently when you book through Expedia.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Gwendalyn

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julizza

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

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

charles

Great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No elevator or internet service during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Candace

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The elevator was out upon arrival. Not the properties fault apparently some kids staying there broke it. Front desk was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessilee

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

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Hotel RIGHT NEXT TO THE FREIGHT LINES

All aspects of service was okay. The main problem is location IT IS RIGHT NEXT TO THE FREIGHT LINES. The trains keep blasting their horn all night. So you will not get ANY sleep
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacinda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay and staff was so wonderful and accommodating to me! Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Jacqueline

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location convenient
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and the property was clean. Room rates competitive!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cecil

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

Speedy checkin

Enjoyed the stay there very much. Sri was very friendly, prepare, and quick to get us checked in. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was lovely. Nice staff. Helpful. Loved having a refrigerator Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Quinton

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Irean

Traveled with family
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mayte

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service

Overcharged for the wrong room.

They didn't have the room we reserved. We reserved a king suite and they put us in a regular much smaller room. The reason they gave was that they were overbooked. They didn't mention it when we checked in. They gave us the room key and sent us on our way. It wasn't until I came back down to let them know it was the wrong room that they tried to find us a room in the size we had reserved. They had none available. The best they would do was put us in a slightly bigger room than the tiny room they originally tried to stick us with. They said they would try to adjust the total but we haven't seen any credits come through. It was so disappointing to be stuck in a room we didn't reserve. Our room was confirmed when we made the reservation.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

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

Candlewood suites-San Marcos

Great service and friendly staff. Thats huge!! The king suite was so nice, everything was clean and so comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Candy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Worse hotel. Smell horrible. Nooone at front desk had to wait for his return. Hotel is old and needs maintenance. Can’t believe it cost 200.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kaylea

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

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