Best Hotels near Texas State University

For those visiting Central Texas and staying in San Marcos – or need a place to stop between Austin and San Antonio – this hotel offers homey accommodations just off of Interstate 35. Guests here are situated near plenty of shopping and water activities, plus Texas State University. The property features an indoor heated pool and hot tub, fitness and business centers, meeting and event space, free parking and a movie and film library. There is also free breakfast, coffee all day and cookies after 3 p.m. – but no on-site restaurant. Rooms and suites include minifridges, microwaves, bathrooms with granite counters, free Wi-Fi, complimentary weekday newspaper delivery and king or queen beds. Rollaway beds are available for a fee). Part of the Radisson Hotel Group, Radisson Rewards members can earn or use points by staying here.

About 2 miles from downtown San Marcos, Texas, and 4 miles from San Marcos Premium Outlets, the Holiday Inn San Marcos is also just off of Interstate 35. Recent guests raved about the convenient location, but others mentioned loud in-room air conditioning units. Pet- and family-friendly, this InterContinental Hotels Group property offers complimentary lodging for guests 18 and younger staying with caregivers. Kids ages 11 and younger also eat free at the on-site restaurant, which serves breakfast and dinner only. The property features an outdoor pool and whirlpool, a fitness center, a snack shop, a 24-hour business center, meeting and event space, laundry and dry-cleaning services and movie rentals. The guest rooms include king or queen beds, free Wi-Fi, minifridges, bathtubs, vanity areas, flat-screen TVs and free morning newspaper delivery. Plus, IHG Rewards Club members can earn or use points by staying here.