Hotels in San Marcos, TX

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San Marcos, TX, United States
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San Marcos, TX, United States
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Cheapest month:December
Most expensive month:October
Average price in San Marcos:$201/night
Cheapest price found:$2/night
Cheapest day:Tuesday
Most expensive day:Saturday
$171 - $242
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$154 - $229
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Top-rated San Marcos hotels

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111 Centerpoint Ct, San Marcos, TX, United States
7.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$158
Avg. per night
1321 North I-35, San Marcos, TX, United States
2.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$97
Avg. per night
1429 I-35 North, San Marcos, TX, United States
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$107
Avg. per night
4210 IH-35 South, San Marcos, TX, United States
7.8 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$104
Avg. per night

Where to stay in San Marcos

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About San Marcos

Famed for its massive outlet malls, San Marcos is a vibrant college town in the heart of Texas. Its historic downtown area and the Texas State University both feature beautifully restored buildings, while Dick’s Classic Garage Car Museum is renowned for its prized vintage vehicles.

Things to do in San Marcos

Spend an afternoon strolling the historic streets of Downtown San Marcos, which are packed with charming boutiques and restaurants serving Texas-fusion fare. Admire the early-1900s architecture of Hays County Courthouse and learn about the presidency of Lyndon B. Johnson through his personal artefacts on display at the LBJ Museum.

Discover the African-American history of San Marcos at the Calaboose African American Museum, set in a late-19th-century jail. Letters, photographs and artefacts tell the stories of the Buffalo Soldiers and Tuskegee Airmen, as well as how the Civil Rights movement impacted San Marcos.

Embark on a shopping spree at the San Marcos Outlet Malls, which include more than 350 retail stores set across the Premium Outlets and Tanger Factory Outlet Center. The shops are renowned for offering heavy discounts and bargain prices, making it one of the top shopping destinations in Texas.

Admire classic American vehicles and memorabilia from the 1930s, 40s and 50s at Dick’s Classic Garage Car Museum. It’s home to a 1948 Tucker Sedan, vintage Cadillacs, Buicks and Oldsmobiles, as well as a dedicated restoration area where you can see classic vehicles being reworked.

Getting around San Marcos

San Marcos is a 30-minute drive from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport and 2.5 hours from Houston. Buses travel throughout San Marcos and many attractions are within easy cycling distance of one another.

Facts about staying in San Marcos

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  • What are the best hotels in San Marcos?

    One of the most popular hotels in San Marcos is Candlewood Suites San Marcos, which has been reviewed by 197 users and currently has a rating of 7.1/10. Other top-rated locations include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Mall and Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center, which have received 8.4/10 and 8.3/10 ratings from our users, respectively.

  • What is a good hotel near San Marcos Premium Outlets?

    A good hotel close to San Marcos Premium Outlets is La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Mall (rated 8.4/10 from 1,076 reviews).

  • What is a good hotel in San Marcos near Strahan Coliseum?

    Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Austin San Marcos is rated 8.5 from 245 reviews and is close to Strahan Coliseum.

  • Is there a good hotel near Tanger Outlet Center?

    A good hotel near Tanger Outlet Center is La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Mall, which has been rated 8.4/10 by 1,076 HotelsCombined user reviews.

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