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

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Sofa Bed, Full Kitchen

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

1 King Studio Handicap Roll-In Shower

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

2 Queen Studio

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

1 Queen Studio

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

1 Queen Studio Handicap Hearing Accessible (w/ Doorbell)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 33.1 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

1 King Studio Handicap Hearing Accessible

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

2 Queen Studio Handicap Hearing Accessible

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Sofa Bed, Mobile Access Tub, Full Kitchen

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for 2 Queen Studio Handicap Roll-In Shower

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

2 Queen Studio Handicap Roll-In Shower

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite (Subject to Availability)

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Studio Suite (Subject to Availability)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible, Full Kitchen

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
600 Wonder World Dr, San Marcos, TX, 78666

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 near Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park
Located close to Aquarena Springs Museum and John J. Stokes Sr. San Marcos River Park, Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG provides a grocery/convenience store, a terrace, and an arcade/game room. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a 24-hour gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • A TV in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and 1 meeting room
  • ATM/banking services, a vending machine, and barbecue grills
  • Guest reviews speak well of the helpful staff
Room features
All 80 rooms have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and desk chairs.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses, rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), and free cribs/infant beds
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and recycling

Languages

English, Spanish

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
  • 850 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • 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

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per day (maximum USD 150 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Up to 60 lbs per pet

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 14 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

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
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)

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from January to January
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
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San Marcos Candlewood Suites
San Marcos Suites
Suites San Marcos
Candlewood Suites San Marcos Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Does Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG allows pets with a maximum weight of up to 60 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG?

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

What time is check-out at Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG located?

Situated in the business district, this hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Aquarena Springs Museum and within 3 mi (5 km) of Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park and John J. Stokes Sr. San Marcos River Park. San Marcos River and Rio Vista Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 382 out of 851 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 220 out of 851 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 851 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 70 out of 851 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 74 out of 851 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

10/10

Property was fine and staff was great. Room was good size & clean. It’s just very much in an industrial area and by a railroad.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

Staff was friendly and the property was clean. Room rates competitive!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Staff is so accommodating and friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10

Motel in general was excellent, but we were kept awake with other customers above us stomping until 2 am and then started again at 4 am. We had difficulties driving to our home the nex't day.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10

Location convenient
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10

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Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Perfect and peaceful!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Very clean hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

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

10/10

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

8/10

It was lovely. Nice staff. Helpful. Loved having a refrigerator Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10

Staff was nice
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10

The people were very nice at the front desk. The property was very worn down and in need of updating. our shower did not work properly and our room did not have a remote.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10

AC TURN OFF NIGHT VERY NOISY NO SLEEP, IT RIGHT OFF HIGHWAY BATHROOM NEED UPDATES TOILET DIDNT FLUSH CORRECTLY.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10

The shower drain was clogged. Hair and soap on the walls in the shower.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

The room was clean and comfortable. Chris the desk clerk was very friendly. Only thing missing is complimentary continental breakfast. Unlimited coffee fresh ground coffee beans
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Great place to stay. Staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

Nice facility! Much improved since our last stay here !
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10

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

Nice and has all amenities to make clients comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10

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

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

8/10

Obviously going through remodel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Overall a nice place to stay although the front of property by highway is overgrown but I believe that would be the city’s responsibility. Clean, quiet and close to shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10

Close to our event
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024