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Our top choices for San Marcos Discovery Center hotels

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large TV screen.

1. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Austin San Marcos

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Austin San Marcos
3.0 star property
1.4 km from San Marcos Discovery Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Hotel and staff were fantastic. We needed a parking pass printed, they got it done for us! Great stay, would definitely look to stay there again!"
United States
Travis
The price is 2.465.815 ₫
2.835.688 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Austin San Marcos
A buffet setup with various food items and utensils.

2. Hampton Inn & Suites San Marcos

Hampton Inn & Suites San Marcos
2.5 star property
1.2 km from San Marcos Discovery Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"The hotel was pretty close to everything, the property was clean and the breakfast was great."
United States
Joseph
The price is 2.294.350 ₫
2.638.503 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Hampton Inn & Suites San Marcos
A hotel entrance with a green sign, a parking lot, and landscaping.

3. Wingate by Wyndham San Marcos

Wingate by Wyndham San Marcos
3.0 star property
1.1 km from San Marcos Discovery Center
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great breakfast, location nearby restaurants. Travel for business, was great stay."
United States
douglas
The price is 2.163.244 ₫
2.487.731 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Wingate by Wyndham San Marcos
A modern building with a sign reading "LIVAWAY SUITES" and a covered entrance area.

4. LivAway Suites Austin San Marcos

LivAway Suites Austin San Marcos
2.0 star property
1.8 km from San Marcos Discovery Center
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (515 reviews)
"Alesandra was so polite and kind! Will definitely stay again."
United States
Alejandra
The price is 2.030.853 ₫
2.335.481 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
LivAway Suites Austin San Marcos
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a large window, a television, a dining table, and a bookshelf.

5. The Downtown Abbey

The Downtown Abbey
2.0 star property
Heritage, 1.7 km from San Marcos Discovery Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (59 reviews)
"Unique historical 120 year old church that has been renovated into 3 units. Excellent location. On-site parking. More like Airbnb than hotel."
United States
Debbie
The price is 2.197.948 ₫
4.198.596 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
The Downtown Abbey
A spacious lobby with a brown sofa, blue armchair, and a round coffee table with a decorative bowl.

6. Best Western San Marcos

Best Western San Marcos
2.5 star property
Rio Vista, 0.6 km from San Marcos Discovery Center
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great property, not too far away from F1 race. Breakfast was so-so, but all we needed was a nice room for sleep!"
United States
Joseph
The price is 1.828.025 ₫
2.102.229 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Best Western San Marcos
A Holiday Inn hotel with a pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit entrance.

7. Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG

Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG
3.0 star property
2.9 km from San Marcos Discovery Center
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"great location!"
United States
Alexa
The price is 2.647.821 ₫
3.199.236 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG
A cozy living room with a fireplace, two armchairs, a sofa, and a coffee table.

8. The Crystal River Inn

The Crystal River Inn
3.0 star property
1.6 km from San Marcos Discovery Center
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (279 reviews)
"Very charming inn, clean and well appointed. Walkable to eaters and bars. Close to downtown shopping and a market too!"
United States
Christina
The price is 3.888.184 ₫
4.471.412 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
The Crystal River Inn
A spacious lobby with marble flooring, large columns, and a red patterned carpet.

9. Quality Inn University near Downtown

Quality Inn University near Downtown
2.5 star property
2.6 km from San Marcos Discovery Center
7.6 out of 10, Good, (874 reviews)
"Great staff rooms super clean A/C working great breakfast ok I think they need a bit more options but I enjoyed my stay 💕"
United States
Manuel
The price is 1.568.898 ₫
1.804.233 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Quality Inn University near Downtown
A Red Roof Inn breakfast area with a juice dispenser, pastries, and a coffee station.

10. Red Roof Inn San Marcos

Red Roof Inn San Marcos
2.0 star property
Rio Vista, 0.3 km from San Marcos Discovery Center
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Friendly staff and clean rooms."
United States
Amanda
The price is 1.562.986 ₫
1.797.434 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Red Roof Inn San Marcos
A hotel with a modern facade, a prominent entrance with a curved roof, and a parking lot with marked spaces.

11. Comfort Suites Near Texas State University

Comfort Suites Near Texas State University
2.5 star property
1.1 km from San Marcos Discovery Center
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Loved our room and breakfast"
United States
celes
The price is 1.835.994 ₫
2.111.393 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Comfort Suites Near Texas State University
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a wall-mounted phone.

12. Motel 6 San Marcos, TX

Motel 6 San Marcos, TX
2.0 star property
1.9 km from San Marcos Discovery Center
6.6 out of 10, (1,003 reviews)
"Nice check in, clean room perfect for everything we needed"
United States
Sarah
The price is 1.259.643 ₫
1.448.589 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Motel 6 San Marcos, TX
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

13. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
3.0 star property
2.8 km from San Marcos Discovery Center
6.4 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay. Priced right for a nice room. The coffee in the breakfast area was really good. When in the area again we'll stay at this motel."
United States
Eric
The price is 1.665.814 ₫
1.915.686 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a phone, and a painting of a forest on the wall.

14. Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
2.0 star property
Rio Vista, 0.7 km from San Marcos Discovery Center
6.4 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
"Well breakfast .. we spend in this hotel 3 nights and for breakfast there were nothing but coffee."
United States
Slawomir
The price is 1.398.461 ₫
1.608.231 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
A restaurant with large windows, wooden tables, and chairs with blue cushions.

15. Super 8 by Wyndham San Marcos

Super 8 by Wyndham San Marcos
2.0 star property
2.1 km from San Marcos Discovery Center
6.2 out of 10, (676 reviews)
"Well maintained older property. Rooms were clean"
United States
Celeste
The price is 1.354.638 ₫
1.557.822 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Super 8 by Wyndham San Marcos
A reception area with a check-in counter, chairs, a small table, and a window with a view.

16. Classic Inn San Marcos, TX

Classic Inn San Marcos, TX
2.0 star property
Rio Vista, 0.6 km from San Marcos Discovery Center
6.0 out of 10, (74 reviews)
"I don't normally stay at places like this, but it was parent's weekend and there wasn't a lot available last minute. I would NOT have stayed here by myself. My son and his girlfriend stayed with me. I won't stay there again."
United States
Angela
The price is 1.326.995 ₫
1.575.325 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Classic Inn San Marcos, TX
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a television, and a microwave.

17. Howard Johnson by Wyndham San Marcos

Howard Johnson by Wyndham San Marcos
2.0 star property
2.5 km from San Marcos Discovery Center
5.8 out of 10, (1,003 reviews)
"Impossible to contact staff though the stay wasn't bad, no wifi even though it was advertised"
United States
starla
The price is 1.388.178 ₫
1.596.404 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Howard Johnson by Wyndham San Marcos
A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a TV, and a bathroom with a mirror and lights.

18. White Rock Inn

White Rock Inn
2.5 star property
Rio Vista, 0.2 km from San Marcos Discovery Center
5.8 out of 10, (438 reviews)
"Awesome hotel"
United States
EMILIA
The price is 1.480.723 ₫
1.702.832 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
White Rock Inn
A reception area with a marble counter, potted plants, and a mirror.

19. San Marcos Inn

San Marcos Inn
2.5 star property
2.4 km from San Marcos Discovery Center
5.4 out of 10, (177 reviews)
"Easy parking ,quite clean . "
United States
Bartolo
The price is 1.413.677 ₫
1.684.855 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
San Marcos Inn
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, a lamp, and a bathroom visible through an archway.

20. Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area

Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area
2.0 star property
1.1 km from San Marcos Discovery Center
4.6 out of 10, (674 reviews)
"Disgusting, unlivable"
United States
Ashvath
The price is 1.201.545 ₫
1.381.776 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area
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Compare popular hotels close to San Marcos Discovery Center

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large TV screen.
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Austin San Marcos
3.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,002 reviews
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A buffet setup with various food items and utensils.
Hampton Inn & Suites San Marcos
2.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,001 reviews
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A hotel entrance with a green sign, a parking lot, and landscaping.
Wingate by Wyndham San Marcos
3.0 star property
8.4
Very good
1,002 reviews
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A modern building with a sign reading "LIVAWAY SUITES" and a covered entrance area.
LivAway Suites Austin San Marcos
2.0 star property
8.4
Very good
515 reviews
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A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a large window, a television, a dining table, and a bookshelf.
The Downtown Abbey
2.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
59 reviews
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Other attractions near San Marcos Discovery Center

Rio Vista Park

8.4/10 (401 reviews)
Rio Vista Park is just one of the places to see in San Marcos, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the area's shops or amble around its riverfront.
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Top San Marcos Discovery Center Hotel Reviews

A modern kitchen with a long wooden table, bar stools, a built-in TV, and a brick accent wall.
Residence Inn by Marriott San Marcos

Residence Inn by Marriott San Marcos

Residence Inn by Marriott San Marcos
San Marcos

10/10 Excellent

Right across the road from the outlet mall and easy Uber rides everywhere!
United Kingdom
Donna
Reviewed October 3, 2025
Residence Inn by Marriott San Marcos

Frequently Asked Questions

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What can I see and do near San Marcos Discovery Center?

You'll want to browse the collections at Charles S. Cock House Museum, Calaboose African American History Museum and Commemorative Air Force Exhibit. You can wander around John J. Stokes Sr. San Marcos River Park, Ramon Lucio Park or San Marcos City Park if you want a dose of fresh air. Create some family memories at Meadows Center for Water and the Environment and Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park.