Is parking available at the property?

Free self-parking is available on-site.

What type of breakfast is offered?

A complimentary on-the-go breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, subject to availability and possible additional charges.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property offers step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas and rooms.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is located in San Marcos (Rio Vista), within a 15-minute walk of San Marcos River and Texas State University. It is approximately 5.9 miles from San Marcos Premium Outlets and 0.4 miles from Ramon Lucio Park.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

Yes, there is an outdoor swimming pool available for guests. The pool is seasonal and operational hours may vary.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are welcome at the property, and kids can stay for free up to a certain age, though specific age limits are not provided.

What are the policies regarding extra beds or cribs?

The property offers rollaway beds for a fee of USD 15.00 per day. Advance request or confirmation may be required.

Best Western San Marcos Hotel in San Marcos

Average nightly price at Best Western San Marcos by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$86
February	$94
March	$85
April	$79
May	$89
June	$86
July	$86
August	$95
September	$99
October	$89
November	$81
December	$75

What guests think

At Best Western San Marcos, guests frequently praise the friendly staff and convenient location near the highway and Texas State University, alongside decent, simple breakfasts, while recurring drawbacks include no elevator, dated spaces, and occasional maintenance or cleanliness issues.

Several reviews note highway noise, thin walls, and limited or cramped parking, though some found the lot well lit. Bed comfort varies and room features can be hit-or-miss, with some guests finding quiet, comfortable stays and others citing TV or AC quirks. Expect a basic, budget stay with tradeoffs.

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Facilities

Facilities are basic, with repeated mentions that there is no elevator. Pool cleanliness is inconsistent, and parking is limited or cramped though some found it safe or well lit; a few equipment issues (ice machine, printer) were noted.

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Teresa

Jun 18, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

No elevator.

6

Beth

Oct 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The biggest complaint that I have is this Best Western does not have an elevator. Had I been aware of this I would not have booked with them. When I went back to the website and scrolled all the way down to the ammenities, the LAST item showed no elevators. I was not interested in the ammenities so I did not even go that far when looking for a hotel. This to me should be on the front of their website to make people aware. Going up and down 2 flights of stairs with luggage and other items is not convenient or safe.

8

Rachael

Jul 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel was ok but not great. It’s old and the parking is very cramped. It was clean and breakfast was adequate.

8

Suzanne

May 3, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Older property but well updated. No elevator for 2nd floor access. Clean and conveniently located. Liked the well lit parking areas, but parking space seemed limited.

6

Paige

May 15, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The property was not as clean as the last time I stayed there. Only 1 ice machine and it was turned off overnight, so no ice.

10

Latha

Oct 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Parking was safe.

4

Andrea

Sep 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Our room smelled like someone had recently fried food inside the room, the blankets are poor quality, they are thin and scratchy and very uncomfortable. It was a non smoking room but it had multiple burn marks in the carpet. The pool had a film on the tiles that made it look like it’s not being cleaned properly.

8

Alyssa

Jun 23, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The hotel is nice to stay, very clean, attentive staff. We had an issue with the room given and talked to the staff and they switched us right away. I would have appreciated the pool more clean of debris since it's out in the open. Other than that good.

4

Robert

Jul 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

2 story no elevator and dirty

4

Nick

Mar 7, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Dirty shower and the lobby is dingy. Printer didn't work.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness feedback is mixed: several guests found rooms clean and well maintained, but multiple reviews cite hairs in bathrooms, dirty or stained fixtures, musty odors, and pests such as roaches; one guest reported bedbug bites.

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Brian

May 31, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The hotel was clean and well-maintained.

8

Emilia

Mar 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Our stay was good. The only issue was that the bathroom shelves were not wiped down.

4

Aimee

May 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Check in was fine. The bathroom had hair in the shower and behind the toilet hadn’t been cleaned. There was something spilled all over the wall in the room. I got home and had 4-5 bed bug bites on me. I prayed that I didn’t bring home any critters.

6

Carmen

Sep 15, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Facility is out dated. Bathroom was awful. Room needed to be vacuumed behind furniture.

2

Rebecca

Dec 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Cockroaches in room and hallways.

4

DANIEL

Sep 24, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Unfortunately the pictures showed on the web page are faraway of what the hotel really is. We decided for this option because in pictures the rooms look clean and neat but are not like that, there were to many dead insects and few alive in the bathroom. I will never stay again in a Best Best Western hotel.

10

Rebecca

Mar 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice. Clean. Good condition. Friendly, professional staff.

10

Amy

Aug 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was perfect. The breakfast was excellent rooms were clean. Would definitely come back.

4

Nick

Mar 7, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Dirty shower and the lobby is dingy. Printer didn't work.

4

BRANDON

Sep 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The view from my room was a messy backyard and the shower had hairs all over it.

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Rooms

Rooms are dated, with reports of hard beds, weak soundproofing, and highway or hallway noise. Some guests, however, found rooms quiet, comfortable, and spacious.

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David

Jun 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Front Staff were excellent. Room was quiet and well maintained. Continental breakfast was adequate but could use an upgrade with a few more options.

6

Diane

Jun 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very noisy. The guests could be heard in the hall talking, going in and out of rooms, slamming doors.

6

Gulam Husen

Jan 5, 2026

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Stayed 5 nights

Room was comfortable. Staff very friendly yet with professional courtesy. Breakfast was very plane and simple. Good coffee and choice of juices.

4

Kristen

Jul 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Room felt damp and smelled musky. Turns out the window unit is leaking and the floor was wet. Very noisy - no sound proofing - could even hear people walking around on the floor above

6

Misty

Apr 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It wasn't terrible, very outdated, no stairs, bed as hard as a rock and the room has a musty old smell. I went an bought lysol and clorox wipes and gave the room a good wipe down.

10

Darci

Sep 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Convenient location for someone travelling through and getting to know the area. The visitor information centre is very close by and that was very helpful and I enjoyed this area right off the main highway. The hotel was quiet and comfortable and exactly what I was looking for.

8

Clay

Apr 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Property was pretty clean but all of the bedding and fixtures were old and musty. It is an older property that needs a fresh update. Also the motorcycles in the area were noisy. TV was worst I’ve ever had in a hotel.

10

Rosidelia

May 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We love staying at this hotel every time we are at San Marcos,for its cleanliness,spacious rooms,amazing breakfast,good personnel’s and vicinity to rio vista river.💞😀💕

8

LYZETT

Sep 13, 2023

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Because the hotel is located near the highway, it is a bit noisy. A few earplugs will solve the problem.

6

Lana

Apr 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

they put us right in front of the highway, so didn't sleep well

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Service

Service is often praised as friendly and professional at the desk, with several guests highlighting helpful staff. However, there are scattered issues such as housekeeping misses or early entry, rushed checkout, and occasional check-in or billing frustrations.

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10

Melissa Marie

Sep 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly staff

10

David

Jun 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Front Staff were excellent. Room was quiet and well maintained. Continental breakfast was adequate but could use an upgrade with a few more options.

6

Gulam Husen

Jan 5, 2026

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Stayed 5 nights

Room was comfortable. Staff very friendly yet with professional courtesy. Breakfast was very plane and simple. Good coffee and choice of juices.

10

Arlene

Apr 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The desk clerk was cheerful and very helpful. The bed was comfortable.

10

Rebecca

Mar 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice. Clean. Good condition. Friendly, professional staff.

4

Andrew

Jul 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Meh. The hotel was definitely not worth the price. Rude reception.

8

Anabel

Aug 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Location was near Texas State University. It was a last-minute stay; there was availability and the price was excellent. The young lady that assisted us was very friendly and professional. The room was nice and clean. My only complaint, the vent in the bathroom was missing, so it felt a little creepy. Other than that, it was a pleasant stay.

6

Bernadette

Nov 8, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Stayed 2 nights. No housekeeping for the second day. Ran out of Kleenex, shampoo, etc. Room not cleaned and bed not made. Very disappointing to come back to an untouched room.

10

Kelly

Oct 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The front staff guy was great

6

Nancy

Mar 4, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was rushing me and my family at 11 am the check out time was 11:30am.

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Location

Location is convenient for Texas State University, rivers and swimming areas, and highway access. Several reviews warn of heavy interstate traffic, construction, and road noise, which can make access tricky and front-facing rooms noisy.

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Vicki

Jun 29, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Terrible location as the interstate exit is right in front of the hotel and it is under construction. Take your life in your hands trying to turn into the parking lot or trying to get out. Horrible experience . . . . . people drive stupid fast . . . and just don't care. Stay on the back wall of the property . . no street noise. If you stay on the front or east side? You will hear the interstate I 35 your entire stay. A very busy road . . . the staff? Wonderful people. Ya just don't wanna go here or anywhere in San Marcos on the weekend. Maybe if you get away from the interstate. Lots and lots of road work and construction. It didn't help there was a tropical storm dropping buckets of water. The pool was out of commission my entire stay due to rain water.

8

Vivi

Jan 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Conveniently close to restaurants and stadium

10

Alisha

Jul 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location nice pool area and very clean

10

John

Aug 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good location near the rivers and swimming holes. Nice bed. Check in was odd. Had a problem checking in and they double charged me on the hold. My credit card removed it.

10

Emery

Nov 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Convenient location.. great stay

10

Darci

Sep 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Convenient location for someone travelling through and getting to know the area. The visitor information centre is very close by and that was very helpful and I enjoyed this area right off the main highway. The hotel was quiet and comfortable and exactly what I was looking for.

10

Larry

Mar 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Easy access to the highway

10

Renae

Nov 2, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice clean great price for a short stay. Very convenient to Texas State University. Would book here again!

10

Vicki

Jun 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This BW is off a very busy interstate and the exit ramp from the freeway is under construction . . . . high speed exits as you are trying to turn onto a one lane feeder road. Almost was hit . . . .be very careful. The property was clean and quiet Wed and Thur but all that changed on Friday. Sat morning breakfast? A zoo. Kids walking around touching everything, no food in the fridge . . ran out of everything. It was just nasty. So? Stay here on a weekday. The weekend? A hard pass. The employees were super nice. Be careful if you go next door to eat. Last Friday night? They charged me twice for the same meal. Just finally received a credit a week later. What a hassle. Pay cash as no one seems to know what they are doing. The food was great? The help? Not so much. And steer clear of Texas Roadhouse. A 30 minute wait and it was like eating in a bowling alley. Noisy, crowded . . . . stressed out after that experience.

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Anabel

Aug 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Location was near Texas State University. It was a last-minute stay; there was availability and the price was excellent. The young lady that assisted us was very friendly and professional. The room was nice and clean. My only complaint, the vent in the bathroom was missing, so it felt a little creepy. Other than that, it was a pleasant stay.

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Dining

Breakfast is generally considered decent to very good, with hot items and popular waffles. Variety can be limited and service can struggle at busy times; one review reported a pest sighting at the buffet.

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Chris

Dec 10, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The room was dated and musty (mildew smell) upon entering the lobby an overwhelming smell of ammonia from a recent mopping. No hot water in shower. Bathroom door would not lock. Breakfasts was the only great thing.

10

David

Jun 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Front Staff were excellent. Room was quiet and well maintained. Continental breakfast was adequate but could use an upgrade with a few more options.

6

Gulam Husen

Jan 5, 2026

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Stayed 5 nights

Room was comfortable. Staff very friendly yet with professional courtesy. Breakfast was very plane and simple. Good coffee and choice of juices.

8

Virginia

Oct 16, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Customer service was very nice, breakfast was very good, we all loved the waffles! However the Hotel needs a little updating for the price they charge. Very good location. Thank you.

10

Cynthia

Nov 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Such friendly desk attendant. Great tub and hot water. Simple nice breakfast. Ill be back☺️

8

Gail

Jun 8, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Staff was super friendly and accommodating. Breakfast was good with the Texas shaped waffles!

10

Amy

Aug 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was perfect. The breakfast was excellent rooms were clean. Would definitely come back.

10

Vicki

Jun 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This BW is off a very busy interstate and the exit ramp from the freeway is under construction . . . . high speed exits as you are trying to turn onto a one lane feeder road. Almost was hit . . . .be very careful. The property was clean and quiet Wed and Thur but all that changed on Friday. Sat morning breakfast? A zoo. Kids walking around touching everything, no food in the fridge . . ran out of everything. It was just nasty. So? Stay here on a weekday. The weekend? A hard pass. The employees were super nice. Be careful if you go next door to eat. Last Friday night? They charged me twice for the same meal. Just finally received a credit a week later. What a hassle. Pay cash as no one seems to know what they are doing. The food was great? The help? Not so much. And steer clear of Texas Roadhouse. A 30 minute wait and it was like eating in a bowling alley. Noisy, crowded . . . . stressed out after that experience.

4

Jonah

Jul 25, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

There were roaches in my room and crawling on the breakfast bar in the morning.

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Diego

Nov 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Rooms were awesome for a really good price, i loved everything but the breakfast menu wasn’t that big.

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Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
1 $72	2 $72	3 $72	4 $72	5 $72	6 $109	7 $109
8 $71	9 $73	10 $73	11 $72	12 $73	13 $110	14 $110
15 $72	16 $72	17 $73	18 $73	19 $72	20 $110	21 $109
22 $73	23 $73	24 $73	25 $73	26 $72	27 $110	28 $110
29 $72	30 $72

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1 $87	2 $87	3 $87	4 $156	5 $154
6 $90	7 $87	8 $87	9 $87	10 $88	11 $154	12 $154
13 $88	14 $88	15 $87	16 $88	17 $88	18 $154	19 $156
20 $87	21 $87	22 $88	23 $87	24 $87	25 $156	26 $156
27 $87	28 $88	29 $88	30 $88	31 $88

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