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Best Western San Marcos

Property class: 2.5
Travelers can enjoy the outdoor pool with sun loungers or tackle work at the business center, all while experiencing service that feels like home

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A spacious lobby with a brown sofa, blue armchair, and a round coffee table with a decorative bowl. - Best Western San Marcos (San Marcos)
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a fenced area. - Best Western San Marcos (San Marcos)
A hotel room with two beds, a television, and a desk. - Best Western San Marcos (San Marcos)
A well-lit gas station with multiple cars parked, a clear sky, and a building with a covered area. - Best Western San Marcos (San Marcos)
A hotel reception area with a counter, self-service coffee machines, a bowl of fruit, and a sign indicating the swimming pool is closed. - Best Western San Marcos (San Marcos)
Located near Texas State University, Best Western San Marcos offers to-go breakfast options and an outdoor pool for relaxation. The business center and free WiFi keep productivity flowing, while the helpful staff ensures a convenient, comfortable atmosphere throughout the stay.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

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

7.6 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A hotel room with two beds, a television, and a desk.

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

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

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

A hotel room with two beds, a television, and a desk.

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(23 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Microwave and Refrigerator, Work Desk, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Microwave and Refrigerator, Work Desk, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Rio Vista, a neighborhood in San Marcos, is home to Best Western San Marcos. Quail Creek Golf Club and Three Dudes Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore San Marcos River and Blanco Shoals Natural Area. Ready for a night out? Consider Cheatham Street Warehouse and The Marc. Visit our San Marcos travel guide
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917 N I 35, San Marcos, TX, 78666

What's nearby

  • A flowing stream with rocks and lush greenery.
    Rio Vista Park
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • San Marcos River
    12 min walk - 0.7 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
    7 min walk
  • Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
    9 min walk
  • Herbert's Taco Hut
    8 min walk
  • Chuy's
    9 min walk
  • Sean Patricks
    3 min drive

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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: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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)

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western San Marcos have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Best Western San Marcos pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western San Marcos?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Best Western San Marcos?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Best Western San Marcos located?

Located in Rio Vista, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Ramon Lucio Park, San Marcos River, and Texas State University. San Marcos Discovery Center and Rio Vista Park are also within 15 minutes. San Marcos Station is 24 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Best Western San Marcos Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 387 out of 972 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 300 out of 972 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 157 out of 972 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 76 out of 972 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 52 out of 972 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay great service and super close to all attractions and stores awesome experience
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely wonderful and Johnny at the front desk was amazing we will definitely stay again. The property was very clean a d everyone was super friendly. Breakfast was really good each morning.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Viridiana

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Perfect location. Close to the river, Walmart and great restaurants. Very helpful staff as well
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights and everything was great. Check in and out was easy. Staff was very nice! Room was clean and comfy. Breakfast was yummy. Will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Doreen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was the perfect location for me. The continental breakfast had a lot to choose from. I did have one problem with my bathroom. However, when I notified the front desk it was fixed within 5 minutes. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

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The room was clean and quiet, and the stafff were courteous and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and the hotel was conveniently located. Older property but well maintained and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Leticia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, quick check in, good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff really good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nadia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was a great location to University. Easy to find.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location nice pool area and very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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6/10 Okay

Gulam Husen

Liked: Staff & service
Room was comfortable. Staff very friendly yet with professional courtesy. Breakfast was very plane and simple. Good coffee and choice of juices.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Emery

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Convenient location.. great stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jacob

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
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was clean and well-maintained.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Such friendly desk attendant. Great tub and hot water. Simple nice breakfast. Ill be back☺️
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hannia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s not bad for the price really I like the breakfast option they had it was clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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6/10 Okay

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice place to stay. Staff was attentive and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

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The front staff guy was great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was right on the price and right on the location. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Renae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean great price for a short stay. Very convenient to Texas State University. Would book here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Renae

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great crate. Easy checkin. Will be back
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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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
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8/10 Good

Vivi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently close to restaurants and stadium
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025