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Best Budget Inn San Marcos, TX

Property class: 2.5

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Close to San Marcos River and Texas State University, Best Budget Inn San Marcos, TX has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to WiFi in public areas (surcharge).

Reviews

4.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

About the neighborhood

Rio Vista, a neighborhood in San Marcos, is home to Best Budget Inn San Marcos, TX. San Marcos Premium Outlets and Plaza East are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore San Marcos River and Blanco Shoals Natural Area. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Bobcat Ballpark or Bobcat Softball Stadium. Visit our San Marcos travel guide
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903 S I-35 South Frontage Rd, San Marcos, TX, 78666

What's nearby

  • A flowing stream with rocks and lush greenery.
    Rio Vista Park
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • San Marcos River
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Texas State University
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • John J. Stokes Sr. San Marcos River Park
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Bobcat Stadium
    3 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station
    8 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS)
    44 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    9 min walk
  • Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
    12 min walk
  • P. Terry's Burger Stand
    14 min walk
  • Herbert's Taco Hut
    6 min walk
  • Ivar's River Pub
    9 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge); wired internet (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 27-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in is available for a fee

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

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 not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Best Budget Inn San Marcos, TX 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 Budget Inn San Marcos, TX?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Best Budget Inn San Marcos, TX?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Best Budget Inn San Marcos, TX located?

Located in Rio Vista, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Ramon Lucio Park and San Marcos River. San Marcos Discovery Center and Rio Vista Park are also within 10 minutes. San Marcos Station is 20 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Best Budget Inn San Marcos, TX Reviews

4.8

5.0

Cleanliness

2.6

Amenities

5.0

Staff & service

4.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 8 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A/C was barely blowing made it miserably hot. Shower curtains were held up by what looked like wire hangers. TV didn't even work. Only had two bath towels a day. No hand towels nor wash rags. All in all a terrible experience
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Jorge Alberto

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No dormimos ahí nos dio miedo
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Richard

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thy said thy had WiFi there was no in the room I was in not sure why but thy didn’t help I needed WiFi for writing and posting things online. That was only reason to get a room with WiFi. All and all was bad
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Mikel

Pretty quiet, for the money was good for rest. Something's could have been updated, but overall it met my need.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Randy

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2020