Downtown San Marcos

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Popular places to visit

Five Mile Dam Park

Five Mile Dam Park

Explore the great outdoors at Five Mile Dam Park, a lovely green space in San Marcos. Stroll along the area's riverfront, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

Five Mile Dam Park

Texas Music Theater

You can enjoy a show at Texas Music Theater during your stay in San Marcos. Visit the area's shops or amble around its riverfront.

Texas Music Theater

Charles S. Cock House Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Charles S. Cock House Museum during your travels in San Marcos. Visit the area's shops or amble around its riverfront.

Charles S. Cock House Museum

San Marcos Premium Outlets

4.5/5(14 reviews)

During your visit to San Marcos, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at San Marcos Premium Outlets. Wander the riverfront in this family-friendly area.

San Marcos Premium Outlets

Texas State University

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Texas State University, during your trip to San Marcos. Visit the area's shops or amble around its riverfront.

Texas State University

Bobcat Stadium

Catch an event at Bobcat Stadium during your trip to San Marcos. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.

Bobcat Stadium

Things to do

All smiles at Salt Lick!

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Downtown San Marcos Hotel Deals

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Mall
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Mall
2.5 out of 5
111 Centerpoint Ct, San Marcos, TX
The price is CA $115 per night from Jan. 13 to Jan. 14
CA $115
CA $132 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2025
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Marcos. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,823 reviews)
"Really great place to stay!"

Reviewed on Dec. 21, 2024

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Mall
Wingate by Wyndham New Braunfels
Wingate by Wyndham New Braunfels
2.5 out of 5
245 Fm 306, New Braunfels, TX
The price is CA $123 per night from Dec. 24 to Dec. 25
CA $123
CA $139 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 24 - Dec 25
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New Braunfels. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (639 reviews)
"Quick stay. Comfortable bed, nice rooms. Felt a little stuffy in the room. But overall clean."

Reviewed on Dec. 16, 2024

Wingate by Wyndham New Braunfels
The Resort at Schlitterbahn
The Resort at Schlitterbahn
3.5 out of 5
305 West Austin St., New Braunfels, TX
The price is CA $154 per night from Dec. 26 to Dec. 27
CA $154
CA $174 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 26 - Dec 27
Stay at this 3.5-star golf hotel in New Braunfels. Enjoy free parking, 3 outdoor pools, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Wonderful place and great staff"

Reviewed on Dec. 9, 2024

The Resort at Schlitterbahn
Best Western Plus Buda Austin Inn & Suites
Best Western Plus Buda Austin Inn & Suites
2.5 out of 5
15295 Highway 35, Bldg 900, Buda, TX
The price is CA $110 per night from Dec. 29 to Dec. 30
CA $110
CA $124 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 29 - Dec 30
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Buda. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Not as clean as it normally has been, but overall it was good. Will not deter any further bookings with them."

Reviewed on Dec. 20, 2024

Best Western Plus Buda Austin Inn & Suites
Motel 6 San Marcos, TX
Motel 6 San Marcos, TX
2 out of 5
1321 North I-35, San Marcos, TX
The price is CA $79 per night from Dec. 24 to Dec. 25
CA $79
CA $91 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 24 - Dec 25
Stay at this motel in San Marcos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
5.6/10 (1,003 reviews)
"Amazing as always!"

Reviewed on Dec. 19, 2024

Motel 6 San Marcos, TX
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center
3.5 out of 5
1001 E Mccarty Ln, San Marcos, TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $171 per night from Dec. 31 to Jan. 1
CA $171
CA $199 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2025
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in San Marcos. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness center, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
"The hotel is under renovation"

Reviewed on Dec. 20, 2024

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown San Marcos

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Heritage

4/5(1 area review)

While visiting Heritage, you might make a stop by sights like Wonder World and Witliff Collections.

Heritage
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Rio Vista

While visiting Rio Vista, you might make a stop by sights like Rio Vista Park and San Marcos River.

Rio Vista
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Dunbar

If you're spending some time in Dunbar, Dunbar Park and Calaboose African American History Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Dunbar
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Westover

When in Westover, you can plan a visit to Wonder World and San Marcos River, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Westover
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Millview East

When in Millview East, you can plan a visit to Bobcat Stadium and Aquarena Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Millview East

Downtown San Marcos

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