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A modern building with a sign reading "LIVAWAY SUITES" and a covered entrance area.

A modern living room with a brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, a white armchair, and a large abstract painting on the wall. There is a grey storage unit with lockers and a floor lamp.

A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, and a separate bathroom.

1. LivAway Suites Austin San Marcos

1.1 mi from San Marcos Discovery Center

Tammy

£62

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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

A Fairfield by Marriott hotel with a modern entrance, multiple floors, and a stone pillar structure.

A sign for Fairfield Inn & Suites Marriott with a clear view of the hotel entrance and parking area.

A modern living room with a stone wall, a fireplace, a sofa, a round coffee table, and a view through large windows with sheer curtains.

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Austin San Marcos

0.9 mi from San Marcos Discovery Center

Alvaro

£85

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A buffet setup with various food items and utensils.

A spacious dining area with a large orange sofa, wooden tables, and chairs.

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a garden with pink flowers.

A hotel with a prominent entrance, a large American flag, and a 'Welcome' sign.

3. Hampton Inn & Suites San Marcos

0.8 mi from San Marcos Discovery Center

Andrew

£74

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A hotel entrance with a green sign, a parking lot, and landscaping.

A spacious hotel lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a dining area.

A gym with cardio machines, weight benches, and dumbbells.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, television, two beds, a sofa, and a lamp.

4. Wingate by Wyndham San Marcos

0.7 mi from San Marcos Discovery Center

douglas

£73

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a large window, a television, a dining table, and a bookshelf.

A green building with a white door and arched windows, featuring a tower with a vent.

A staircase with wooden steps and a handrail, leading to a landing with a painting and a light fixture.

A bedroom with a large bed, a dresser, and a chair. There are two windows with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a rug on the floor.

5. The Downtown Abbey

Heritage, 1.1 mi from San Marcos Discovery Center

Debbie

£113

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A cozy living room with a fireplace, two armchairs, a sofa, and a coffee table.

A two-story house with a front porch, columns, and a sign indicating a restaurant.

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden ceiling, a mirror, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A cozy cafe interior with brick walls, wooden furniture, and a large window with plants.

6. The Crystal River Inn

1 mi from San Marcos Discovery Center

Matt

£121

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area with shelves of bottles, and hanging light fixtures.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A modern hotel lobby with a wooden reception desk, a television, comfortable seating, and a fireplace.

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

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

1.8 mi from San Marcos Discovery Center

Samantha

£92

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A spacious lobby with a brown sofa, blue armchair, and a round coffee table with a decorative bowl.

A hotel room with two beds, a television, and a desk.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a fenced area.

A hotel reception area with a counter, self-service coffee machines, a bowl of fruit, and a sign indicating the swimming pool is closed.

8. Best Western San Marcos

Rio Vista, 0.4 mi from San Marcos Discovery Center

Miranda

£69

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A spacious lobby with marble flooring, large columns, and a red patterned carpet.

A hotel entrance with a brick facade, numbered 1611, and a covered entrance area.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A dining area with tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and large windows with a view.

9. Quality Inn University near Downtown

1.6 mi from San Marcos Discovery Center

Tarynn

£52

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a television, a desk, and a chair.

A hotel with a brick-paved entrance, a covered walkway, and a building with multiple windows.

A hotel reception area with a 'Free Wi-Fi All Rooms' sign, a reception desk, and a stone wall in the background.

A spacious lobby with leather seating, a coffee table, and a reception desk.

10. Red Roof Inn San Marcos

Rio Vista, 0.2 mi from San Marcos Discovery Center

Amanda

£53

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel with a modern facade, a prominent entrance with a curved roof, and a parking lot with marked spaces.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, a lamp, and framed pictures on the wall.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and artwork on the walls.

A lobby with a blue sofa set, two armchairs, a small ottoman, and two wall-mounted lamps.

11. Comfort Suites Near Texas State University

0.7 mi from San Marcos Discovery Center

celes

£69

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a table, and a lamp.

A spacious living area with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

A narrow hallway with two refrigerated display cases on either side, stocked with various food and beverage items.

12. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

1.7 mi from San Marcos Discovery Center

Johanna

£56

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a wall-mounted phone.

A building with a blue entrance marked '6' and a 'Welcome' sign above the door.

A clean, well-lit indoor area with vending machines, seating, and a view through a glass door.

A hotel room with a television mounted on the wall, a small kitchenette, a window with a view of the street, and a heater on the floor.

13. Motel 6 San Marcos, TX

1.2 mi from San Marcos Discovery Center

Jose

£45

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a phone, and a painting of a forest on the wall.

A building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a number '1005' on the facade.

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and umbrellas.

A living room with a brown leather couch, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a coffee station with Folgers coffee and creamers, a water dispenser, and a potted plant with purple flowers.

14. Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Rio Vista, 0.4 mi from San Marcos Discovery Center

Jadelyn

£52

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A restaurant with large windows, wooden tables, and chairs with blue cushions.

A swimming pool with white lounge chairs and a lifeguard stand.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large wall mural.

A Super 8 motel with a blue roof, large windows, and a flagpole with an American flag.

15. Super 8 by Wyndham San Marcos

1.3 mi from San Marcos Discovery Center

Celeste

£46

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A reception area with a check-in counter, chairs, a small table, and a window with a view.

A Classic Inn hotel with a white pickup truck parked in the lot, a blue and yellow handicapped parking sign, and a building with a number 921 sign.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a painting on the wall.

A multi-story building with a grey exterior, numbered 921, featuring a central entrance with glass doors, a parking sign, and a wheelchair accessibility sign.

16. Classic Inn San Marcos, TX

Rio Vista, 0.4 mi from San Marcos Discovery Center

Angela

£63

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a television, and a microwave.

A breakfast bar with cereal, coffee, and condiments.

A spacious lobby with a dining area, a leather sofa, and a glass coffee table.

A kitchen with orange cabinets, a coffee machine, and a clock on the wall.

17. Howard Johnson by Wyndham San Marcos

1.5 mi from San Marcos Discovery Center

La Tonya

£52

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a TV, and a bathroom with a mirror and lights.

A motel with a sign reading "WHITE ROCK INN" and a row of single-story buildings with balconies.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a television, a mirror, a window with curtains, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A kitchen with a dining table, chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and various kitchen appliances and items on the counter.

18. White Rock Inn

Rio Vista, 0.1 mi from San Marcos Discovery Center

EMILIA

£50

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and framed pictures on the wall.

A reception area with a marble counter, potted plants, and a mirror.

A room with a mounted flat-screen TV, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a window with a view of buildings outside.

A motel with a covered parking area and a row of rooms with red awnings.

19. San Marcos Inn

1.5 mi from San Marcos Discovery Center

Blas

£46

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a sofa, a coffee table, and a large window providing a view of the outside.

A swimming pool with a brick border, a covered area with a roof, and a building with multiple balconies and windows.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a red wall, a clock, and various appliances including a coffee maker and a toaster.

20. Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area

0.7 mi from San Marcos Discovery Center

John

£45

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to San Marcos Discovery Center

Property	Property class	Guest rating
LivAway Suites Austin San Marcos	8.6 Excellent 434 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Austin San Marcos	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites San Marcos	8.6 Excellent 1,005 reviews	View
Wingate by Wyndham San Marcos	8.4 Very good 1,005 reviews	View
The Downtown Abbey	8.8 Excellent 55 reviews	View

Top San Marcos Discovery Center Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn & Suites San Marcos

10/10 Excellent

"Very satisfied with the facility and stafff"

White Rock Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome hotel"

The House on the River

10/10 Excellent

"This was exactly the peaceful retreat we were hoping for. We enjoyed watching the deer frolic through the backyard, swimming in refreshing river and watching the occasional paddle boarder or tuber go by from the lounge chairs provided. We’ll be back."

Stay in the heart of San Marcos! Walking distance to the river!

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and close to everything"

Charming 2-bedroom 2-bath house close to Texas State University and the River

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely place! Clean, and stocked with everything you could need. The location is great. The binder left for the guests was so very helpful. Thank you for a wonderful time!"

SanMarcos River Retreat|Modern|Spacious|Sleeps 12!

10/10 Excellent

"Nice property and well maintained. Very easy check in/out and responsive host!Pictures are accurate. Tv in all four bedrooms. Showers in all 4 baths. Be careful stepping out of soaking tub, base of tub is higher than the floor. Well equipped kitchen."

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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Ramon Lucio Park

8.0/10 (1 review)

Ramon Lucio 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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John J. Stokes Sr. San Marcos River Park

7.6/10 (68 reviews)

John J. Stokes Sr. San Marcos River Park is just one of the places to see in San Marcos, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.

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Cheatham Street Warehouse

After visiting Cheatham Street Warehouse, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Marcos. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Charles S. Cock House Museum

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

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San Marcos Plaza Park

After visiting San Marcos Plaza Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Marcos. Visit the area's shops or amble around its riverfront.

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Bobcat Ballpark

8.0/10 (10 reviews)

Catch an event at Bobcat Ballpark during your trip to San Marcos. Visit the area's shops or amble around its riverfront.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around San Marcos Discovery Center?

San Marcos Discovery Center is located in San Marcos. Travellers love the area for its stunning river views, array of dining options and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 50 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near San Marcos Discovery Center?

Adjacent to San Marcos Discovery Center, Red Roof Inn San Marcos is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers an outdoor pool and free parking. Other good choices within a short distance include Wingate by Wyndham San Marcos and Comfort Suites Near Texas State University.

How many hotels should I expect to find near San Marcos Discovery Center?

Expedia has 50 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from San Marcos Discovery Center.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near San Marcos Discovery Center, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near San Marcos Discovery Center.

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.

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Our top choices for San Marcos Discovery Center hotels

1. LivAway Suites Austin San Marcos

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Austin San Marcos

3. Hampton Inn & Suites San Marcos

4. Wingate by Wyndham San Marcos

5. The Downtown Abbey

6. The Crystal River Inn

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

8. Best Western San Marcos

9. Quality Inn University near Downtown

10. Red Roof Inn San Marcos

11. Comfort Suites Near Texas State University

12. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

13. Motel 6 San Marcos, TX

14. Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

15. Super 8 by Wyndham San Marcos

16. Classic Inn San Marcos, TX

17. Howard Johnson by Wyndham San Marcos

18. White Rock Inn

19. San Marcos Inn

20. Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area

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Top San Marcos Discovery Center Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn & Suites San Marcos

White Rock Inn

The House on the River

Stay in the heart of San Marcos! Walking distance to the river!

Charming 2-bedroom 2-bath house close to Texas State University and the River

SanMarcos River Retreat|Modern|Spacious|Sleeps 12!

Other attractions near San Marcos Discovery Center

Rio Vista Park

Ramon Lucio Park

John J. Stokes Sr. San Marcos River Park

Cheatham Street Warehouse

Charles S. Cock House Museum

San Marcos Plaza Park

Bobcat Ballpark

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