The Best Hotels Closest to Lake Waco in Waco - 2026 Updated Prices

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A La Quinta Inn & Suites building with a modern design, large windows, and a prominent sign.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a sofa, a TV, and a patterned carpet.

A pool area with a hot tub, outdoor seating, and a view of the surrounding area.

A modern kitchen with a long counter, built-in waffle maker, and a refrigerator with a beverage dispenser.

1. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waco Downtown - Baylor

Brazos, 5.7 mi from Lake Waco

Kristina

£67

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window.

A Comfort Suites hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a clear sky.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, a blue sofa, and a dining table with chairs.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a blue sofa, and a seating area with armchairs and a small table.

2. Comfort Suites Waco Near University Area

Alta Vista, 5.8 mi from Lake Waco

Galaedriel

£78

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a glass coffee table, a star-patterned floor, and a staircase.

A gym with cardio machines, weight training equipment, and a mirrored wall.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a large bathtub with rose petals on the floor.

A hotel lobby with a dining area, a kitchen, and a coffee station.

3. Quality Inn & Suites, Near University

Kendrick, 5 mi from Lake Waco

Adron

£67

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and an aquarium.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT," a parking lot, and a building with multiple windows and a stone facade.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large aquarium.

A bar area with a curved ceiling, a central bar counter, and six bar stools with patterned cushions.

4. Springhill Suites by Marriott Waco Woodway

Woodway, 3.6 mi from Lake Waco

Joaquin

£95

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, and a dining area in the background.

A modern hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered patio area.

A modern hotel exterior with a covered outdoor seating area, large windows, and a brick facade.

A modern restaurant with a clean, open layout, featuring a mix of seating arrangements and a prominent 'EVEN KITCHEN & BAR' sign.

5. EVEN Hotel Waco - University Area by IHG

5.9 mi from Lake Waco

Devona

£110

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A spacious living room with a sofa set, wooden coffee table, and a ceiling fan.

A living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, a ceiling fan, and a bathroom visible through an archway.

A vending machine area with a Pepsi advertisement, a refrigerator, and a water dispenser.

6. Super 8 by Wyndham Waco/Mall area TX

3.5 mi from Lake Waco

Janice

£53

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel entrance with a modern design, featuring a large illuminated sign and a covered area with a colorful light display.

A modern lounge area with a large sofa, colorful cushions, a large abstract painting, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern bar area with a bar counter, seating, and a fireplace.

7. Aloft by Marriott Waco Downtown

Brazos, 5.7 mi from Lake Waco

Sheri

£71

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a central island, and a dining area with a chair.

A living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table, a kitchen with modern appliances, and a framed picture on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

A hotel room with a white door, a desk with a chair, a TV, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a shelf above the mirror.

8. Candlewood Suites Waco by IHG

Alta Vista, 5.9 mi from Lake Waco

Jack

£72

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a grand piano, marble flooring, and elegant chandeliers.

A spacious living room with large windows, a modern chandelier, and a comfortable seating area.

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a pool, and modern buildings in the background.

A spacious living area with a large TV, comfortable seating, and a piano.

9. Cambria Hotel Waco Univ Riverfront

5.9 mi from Lake Waco

Betsy

£118

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A reception area with a reception desk, a wall-mounted computer, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a shelf with snacks.

A modern kitchen with a self-serve breakfast station, including yogurt, cereal, and milk dispensers.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring a large entrance and a covered parking area.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a view of the kitchen in the background.

10. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waco Downtown by IHG

6 mi from Lake Waco

Stephanie

£100

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed with a headboard, a desk with a chair, and a television.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a central entrance with a covered walkway and a parking area.

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a seating area with sofas and a patterned rug, a reception desk, and a large wall mural.

A modern breakfast area with a buffet, a coffee machine, and a refrigerated display of dairy products.

11. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Woodway - Waco South

Woodway, 3.4 mi from Lake Waco

Nate

£78

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large window with patterned curtains.

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating, and a television screen.

A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a bed, and a TV.

A spacious lobby with a dining area, sofas, a TV, and a bar.

12. Comfort Suites Waco North - Near University Area

Carver, 7.1 mi from Lake Waco

Myrtle

£67

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A conference room with a large table, yellow chairs, a central vase, and a painting of a building.

A modern hotel lobby with a sectional sofa, a small table, and a blue accent piece.

A modern bar area with seating, a bar counter, and a large screen.

A modern hotel lobby with a large conference table, comfortable seating, a television, and a decorative wall with framed pictures.

13. Hyatt Place Waco

Kendrick, 5.1 mi from Lake Waco

Angelique

£69

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with a desk, two beds, a sofa, a small table, a chair, and a large window.

A modern reception desk with a wooden counter and a sloped design.

A swimming pool with blue lighting, surrounded by chairs and umbrellas, with a cityscape in the background.

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a bar with stools, and pendant lighting.

14. Springhill Suites by Marriott Waco

Brazos, 6 mi from Lake Waco

Karen

£108

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a patterned carpet.

A swimming pool area with lounge chairs and a poolside bar, surrounded by a building with large windows and a brick facade.

A reception area with a counter, a framed picture on the wall, and a doormat with a message.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, a desk, and a lamp.

15. Hampton Inn Waco

Bellmead, 7.7 mi from Lake Waco

Cheryl

£70

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious hotel lobby with a large window, a seating area with sofas and tables, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'Staybridge Suites' sign.

A modern hotel lobby with a herringbone floor, a reception desk, a seating area, and a large abstract wall art piece.

A modern bar area with a wooden bar counter, three stools, pendant lighting, and a shelf with bottles.

16. Staybridge Suites Waco South - Woodway by IHG

Woodway, 3.7 mi from Lake Waco

Kayla

£88

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating areas, and a dining space.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a lamp.

A hotel entrance with a covered waiting area, a bench, and a clear sign indicating a 10-foot clearance.

An outdoor patio with a pool, a barbecue area, and yellow chairs.

17. Home2 Suites by Hilton Waco

Cesar Chavez, 5.5 mi from Lake Waco

Mary

£90

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel exterior with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and string lights.

A spacious living area with a large teal sofa, wooden dining table, and chairs. There are framed pictures on the walls and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a stone facade.

A modern hotel building with a sign reading "Everhome Suites." It features a large parking lot and a stone facade.

18. Everhome Suites Waco by Choice Hotels

Kendrick, 5.7 mi from Lake Waco

Lisa

£85

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and string lights.

A pool table in a room with a mural depicting Waco, Texas.

A modern breakfast area with a counter displaying various food items and a seating area with stools and a couch.

A modern lounge area with seating, tables, and hanging chairs.

19. Tru By Hilton Waco South, TX

Kendrick, 5.3 mi from Lake Waco

Leslie

£87

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and tables, a brick building with a yellow door, and a tree in the background.

A beachside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a lifeguard stand, and a wooden deck.

A modern interior with a wooden floor, a white shelving unit with towels, a staircase, and a grey sofa.

A building with a brick exterior, large windows, and outdoor seating with wooden benches and potted plants.

20. 1700 South 2nd

Baylor, 6.6 mi from Lake Waco

Marissa

£146

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Waco

Property	Property class	Guest rating
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waco Downtown - Baylor	9.4 Exceptional 1,759 reviews	View
Comfort Suites Waco Near University Area	9.2 Wonderful 1,005 reviews	View
Quality Inn & Suites, Near University	9.0 Wonderful 1,007 reviews	View
Springhill Suites by Marriott Waco Woodway	9.2 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
EVEN Hotel Waco - University Area by IHG	9.6 Exceptional 477 reviews	View

Top Lake Waco Hotel Reviews

Magnolia Market - 4 Miles away

10/10 Excellent

"From the front porch, through all the rooms and to the back porch, this property exudes warmth and care. It was very clean, had all the supplies we needed. It was cozy and welcoming. We sort of didn't want to leave as we were all so relaxed! We are trying to think of a reason that we need to visit Waco again . . . soon . . . but only if this property is available!"

Staybridge Suites Waco South - Woodway by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was great but pets are allowed and there is carpet in elevator. Staff did their best to maintain area clean but there was a smell."

Unique Western Flair, Close to EXTRACO, SILOS, Shopping, EATERIES, 3min LAKE!

8/10 Good

"Very cute western decorated home. The owner went to great lengths to leave a special book about Waco. It’s was in a good location to get to every place we went. It was great for our family and little dogs. Very nice quiet neighborhood."

Barkley House

10/10 Excellent

"This was the perfect place for my husband and I for the wknd. Very clean and very comfortable."

Sadie's 5 Star Retreat For Your Waco Stay

10/10 Excellent

"The 3rd time I have stayed at Sadie's 5 Star Retreat. The place has everything you need and is centrally located. This time my business partner traveled with me. We both found the house to be exactly as advertised and very comfortable. The parking is easy. The rooms are clean. I highly recommend."

Fixer Upper's "Bachelor Pad" from Season 3

10/10 Excellent

"We had a really great time at the bachelor pad in Waco. We loved the amount of room we had in the two different living spaces which allowed us to put kids on one end and us on the other. The basketball court was nice to use for our son. The backyard was spacious. Communication with the host was great. We look forward to coming back again!"

A perfect home for your vacation!

10/10 Excellent

"It was perfect for what we needed. Everything was as described."

Mid-Century Modern 1955 Vintage Trailer

8/10 Good

"It is really cute and hassle-free my only mark against it was the yard where the table is outside and up against the parking spot had not been taken care of. But otherwise it’s great for 2 people."

German Schmear house

10/10 Excellent

"There was a little hiccup checking in but the host, Jeff, was quick to respond and get us set up. The house was lovely and perfect for our family. I would love to stay here again."

Other attractions near Lake Waco

An archaeological site with exposed skeletal remains and artifacts.

Waco Mammoth National Monument

8.8/10 (557 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Waco Mammoth National Monument during your trip to Waco. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Two elephants in a fenced enclosure with a forested background.

Cameron Park Zoo

9.0/10 (617 reviews)

Why not visit the native and exotic animals who live at Cameron Park Zoo during your holiday in Waco? You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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A large, beige, arched bridge structure with a metal framework.

Brazos Park East

8.8/10 (92 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Brazos Park East, a lovely green space in Waco. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Extraco Events Center

8.0/10 (340 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in Extraco Events Center during your trip to Waco. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Carleen Bright Arboretum

8.0/10 (24 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Carleen Bright Arboretum during your trip to Waco. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Waco Regional Tennis and Fitness Center

Catch an event at Waco Regional Tennis and Fitness Center during your trip to Waco. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Riverbend Park Ballfields

Explore the great outdoors at Riverbend Park Ballfields, a lovely green space in Waco. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Hawaiian Falls

7.8/10 (165 reviews)

Have a fun-filled day with the family at Hawaiian Falls during your visit to Waco. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Waco?

Lake Waco is located in Waco. Travellers love the area for its array of dining options, sporting events and major shopping area. You'll find 190 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay close to Lake Waco?

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Woodway - Waco South is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Lake Waco. Other good options within a few miles include Extended Stay America Suites Waco Woodway and Fairfield Inn & Suites Waco South.

How many hotels will I find close to Lake Waco?

Expedia has 190 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Lake Waco.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Waco, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Lake Waco.

What can I see and do near Lake Waco?

Local parks like Cameron Park Zoo, Carleen Bright Arboretum and Riverbend Park Ballfields are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air. Create some family memories at Hawaiian Falls and Waco Mammoth National Monument. Bowlero Waco, Waco Regional Tennis and Fitness Center or Bosqueville Football Stadium are some local sights worth checking out.

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Our top choices for Lake Waco hotels

1. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waco Downtown - Baylor

2. Comfort Suites Waco Near University Area

3. Quality Inn & Suites, Near University

4. Springhill Suites by Marriott Waco Woodway

5. EVEN Hotel Waco - University Area by IHG

6. Super 8 by Wyndham Waco/Mall area TX

7. Aloft by Marriott Waco Downtown

8. Candlewood Suites Waco by IHG

9. Cambria Hotel Waco Univ Riverfront

10. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waco Downtown by IHG

11. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Woodway - Waco South

12. Comfort Suites Waco North - Near University Area

13. Hyatt Place Waco

14. Springhill Suites by Marriott Waco

15. Hampton Inn Waco

16. Staybridge Suites Waco South - Woodway by IHG

17. Home2 Suites by Hilton Waco

18. Everhome Suites Waco by Choice Hotels

19. Tru By Hilton Waco South, TX

20. 1700 South 2nd

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Top Lake Waco Hotel Reviews

Magnolia Market - 4 Miles away

Staybridge Suites Waco South - Woodway by IHG

Unique Western Flair, Close to EXTRACO, SILOS, Shopping, EATERIES, 3min LAKE!

Barkley House

Sadie's 5 *Star* Retreat For Your Waco Stay

Fixer Upper's "Bachelor Pad" from Season 3

A perfect home for your vacation!

Mid-Century Modern 1955 Vintage Trailer

German Schmear house

Other attractions near Lake Waco

Waco Mammoth National Monument

Cameron Park Zoo

Brazos Park East

Extraco Events Center

Carleen Bright Arboretum

Waco Regional Tennis and Fitness Center

Riverbend Park Ballfields

Hawaiian Falls

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