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Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with a full-service spa, near San Marcos Premium Outlets

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Property entrance
Exterior
Outdoor pool, free cabanas, sun loungers
Exterior
1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk
Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South is near the Premium Outlets. Guests enjoy a breakfast buffet, outdoor pool with sun loungers, and spa. The hotel offers WiFi, dry cleaning, and luggage storage, with staff earning positive reviews.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Room options

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Showing 13 of 13 rooms

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Accessible Tub)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Hearing)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Accessible Tub)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Accessible Tub)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(48 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Hearing)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Hearing)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Accessible Tub)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Accessible Tub)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible, Non Smoking (Tub)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible, Non Smoking (Tub)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Hear)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Hear)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub, Non Smoking (Accessible Tub)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub, Non Smoking (Accessible Tub)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
900 Barnes Drive, San Marcos, TX, 78666

What's nearby

  • San Marcos Premium Outlets - 1 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Aquarena Springs Museum - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Rio Vista Park - 4 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park - 6 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Texas State University - 6 min drive - 5.4 miles

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 11 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Shell - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG

Hotel near San Marcos Premium Outlets
Consider a stay at Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a grocery/convenience store, and a terrace. Take some time to relax at the onsite spa. In addition to a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices).
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with free cabanas and sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • A banquet hall, ATM/banking services, and an elevator
  • A vending machine, smoke-free premises, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 88 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free infant beds and free extra beds
  • Bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and free toiletries
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Separate sitting areas, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 753 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
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 not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Service fee: USD 5 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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
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

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express San Marcos South Hotel
Holiday Inn Express San Marcos South
Inn Express San Marcos
Express Suites Marcos By Ihg
Holiday Inn Express Suites San Marcos South
Holiday Inn Express Suites San Marcos South by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Suites San Marcos South an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG located?

Situated in San Marcos, this spa hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of San Marcos Premium Outlets, Aquarena Springs Museum, and Seton Heart Institute - WellMed San Marcos. Purgatory Creek Natural Area is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 600 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 192 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 69 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 66 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yekaterina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great and super friendly customer service at the check in, easy and safe parking at the hotel, good breakfast selection.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Satisfied with my stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great option!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good. Had options. Place was clean. Check in and out was easy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Clean and looked new
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rotisha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel! Great location!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
THE LOCATION OF THE PROPERTY AND THE BREACKFAST WAS GOOD.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Everyone was great and the service was wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leticia

Better times for breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. But, all the parking lots lights were not on. The place looked
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean and very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Birgit

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Location was great , front desk staff checking in was awesome. Breakfast food was hot and plentiful
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Better clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Liked: Staff & service
We stayed two nights and our room was skipped for cleaning, we had to ask for towels. When we did ask for needed items the staff was very nice and quick to help. Only one of the two elevators were in working order which got very crowded during morning hours and check out time.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lavonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love it and will stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It was very dated. It also did not feel overly safe and it wasn't the cleanest. The staff were mostly very nice and helpful. It was also close to fast food places and shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and will return
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Hilda

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Pool was disgusting
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My room was clean, cool, and quiet. The front desk staff and super seeet and helpful. Will be staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

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

8/10 Good

Victor Manuel

Good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's good
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

DeAnna

There was dirt on the bed as well as food left in the fridge
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Very clean & convenient to target and a few other stores!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

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