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25 Sept - 27 Sept
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2 Oct - 4 Oct

Our top choices for San Marcos family-friendly hotels

A multi-level hotel lobby with a central atrium, multiple dining areas, and a pool.
A spacious hotel lobby with a long corridor, modern chandeliers, and seating areas.
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a stone building with multiple windows, and a clear blue sky.
A large hotel with multiple floors, a prominent 'E' on the building, and a well-lit entrance.

1. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center
San Marcos
  • Splash into a memorable family getaway at this San Marcos hotel with free breakfast, spacious suites, and a refreshing outdoor pool.
RM532
RM618 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center
A hotel entrance with a green sign, a parking lot, and landscaping.
A hotel room with a large bed, a television, a desk, and a window with curtains.
A gym with cardio machines, weight benches, and dumbbells.
A hotel room with a desk, chair, television, two beds, a sofa, and a lamp.

2. Wingate by Wyndham San Marcos

Wingate by Wyndham San Marcos
San Marcos
  • Family-friendly getaway near San Marcos River offers morning swims, outdoor pool, and complimentary breakfast for all ages.
RM321
RM370 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Wingate by Wyndham San Marcos
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.

3. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Austin San Marcos

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Austin San Marcos
San Marcos
  • Splashin' fun steps from San Marcos City Park, with a family-friendly pool, free cots, and in-room entertainment for kids of all ages.
RM400
RM460 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Austin San Marcos
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 lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large chandelier.
A bartender pouring a drink into a glass.

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

Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG
San Marcos
  • Splash into family fun near John J. Stokes Sr. San Marcos River Park, with a vibrant outdoor pool and complimentary cots for little ones.
RM412
RM498 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG
A modern kitchen with a long wooden table, bar stools, a built-in TV, and a brick accent wall.
A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a television, and a dining table.
A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, a bench, and a red exercise ball.
A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a bed, a TV, and a view of the city.

5. Residence Inn by Marriott San Marcos

Residence Inn by Marriott San Marcos
San Marcos
  • Family fun awaits with free breakfast, pool, and proximity to Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park.
RM473
RM544 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Residence Inn by Marriott San Marcos
A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a stone facade, large windows, and a covered entrance.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, multiple computer stations, and orange chairs.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a TV on a desk.
A lobby with a sofa, armchairs, a reception desk, and a map on the wall.

6. Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG

Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG
San Marcos
  • Splashing fun for families: outdoor pool, children's pool, free breakfast, and easy access to Wonder World Cave adventure park.
RM448
RM536 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG
A reception desk with a stone wall background, two monitors, and a sign reading "Comfort Inn & Suites".
A modern hotel entrance with a covered walkway, numbered 1053, and a red "No Parking" sign.
A modern kitchen with a coffee station, bowls of fruits, and a coffee machine.
A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller sofa, a bedside table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

7. Comfort Inn & Suites San Marcos near Outlet Mall

Comfort Inn & Suites San Marcos near Outlet Mall
San Marcos
  • Families thrive at this riverside retreat with indoor pool, kid-friendly activities, and free breakfast just minutes from adventure parks.
RM274
RM315 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Comfort Inn & Suites San Marcos near Outlet Mall
A reception area with a marble counter, a security camera, and various decorative items.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a small table.
A kitchen with a built-in microwave, a window with a view of the outside, a small refrigerator, and a potted plant on the counter.
A kitchen with a window, a refrigerator, a sink, a stove, and a potted plant.

8. Executive Inn & Suites San Marcos, TX

Executive Inn & Suites San Marcos, TX
San Marcos
RM221
RM263 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Executive Inn & Suites San Marcos, TX
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A reception desk with a digital kiosk, a sign offering free Wi-Fi, and a pet policy notice.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered area, surrounded by a building with a red and white facade.
A shower with a handheld showerhead, a glass door, and a metal grab bar.

9. Red Roof Inn San Marcos

Red Roof Inn San Marcos
Rio Vista
  • Create fun-filled memories in San Marcos with the outdoor pool, kid-friendly amenities, and easy access to river adventures.
RM248
RM285 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Red Roof Inn San Marcos
A spacious lobby with marble flooring, large columns, and a red patterned carpet.
A dining area with tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and large windows with a view.
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 hotel entrance with a brick facade, numbered 1611, and a covered entrance area.

10. Quality Inn University near Downtown

Quality Inn University near Downtown
San Marcos
  • Family escape with outdoor pool near Texas State University and San Marcos City Park, plus free breakfast daily.
RM242
RM279 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Quality Inn University near Downtown
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in San Marcos

Breakfast included
Pool
4 stars
All-inclusive
5 stars

Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in San Marcos

A multi-level hotel lobby with a central atrium, multiple dining areas, and a pool.
A spacious hotel lobby with a long corridor, modern chandeliers, and seating areas.
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a stone building with multiple windows, and a clear blue sky.
A large hotel with multiple floors, a prominent 'E' on the building, and a well-lit entrance.

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center
San Marcos
RM532
RM618 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center
A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a stone facade, large windows, and a covered entrance.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, multiple computer stations, and orange chairs.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a TV on a desk.
A lobby with a sofa, armchairs, a reception desk, and a map on the wall.

Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG

Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG
San Marcos
RM448
RM536 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG
A hotel entrance with a green sign, a parking lot, and landscaping.
A hotel room with a large bed, a television, a desk, and a window with curtains.
A gym with cardio machines, weight benches, and dumbbells.
A hotel room with a desk, chair, television, two beds, a sofa, and a lamp.

Wingate by Wyndham San Marcos

Wingate by Wyndham San Marcos
San Marcos
RM321
RM370 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Wingate by Wyndham San Marcos
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A reception desk with a digital kiosk, a sign offering free Wi-Fi, and a pet policy notice.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered area, surrounded by a building with a red and white facade.
A Red Roof Inn with a large neon sign, a parking lot, and a building with multiple windows.

Red Roof Inn San Marcos

Red Roof Inn San Marcos
Rio Vista
RM248
RM285 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Red Roof Inn San Marcos
A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller sofa, a bedside table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.
A modern hotel entrance with a covered walkway, numbered 1053, and a red "No Parking" sign.
A reception desk with a stone wall background, two monitors, and a sign reading "Comfort Inn & Suites".
A modern kitchen with a coffee station, bowls of fruits, and a coffee machine.

Comfort Inn & Suites San Marcos near Outlet Mall

Comfort Inn & Suites San Marcos near Outlet Mall
San Marcos
RM274
RM315 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Comfort Inn & Suites San Marcos near Outlet Mall
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 lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large chandelier.
A bartender pouring a drink into a glass.

Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG

Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG
San Marcos
RM412
RM498 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG
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.

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Austin San Marcos

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Austin San Marcos
San Marcos
RM400
RM460 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Austin San Marcos
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A breakfast bar with a variety of food items and a large poster advertising 'La Quinta'.
A spacious living area with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.
A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a table, and a lamp.

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
San Marcos
RM264
RM304 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
A modern kitchen with a long wooden table, bar stools, a built-in TV, and a brick accent wall.
A grocery store interior with refrigerated beverage dispensers, snack shelves, and a sign reading "The Market".
A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a television, and a dining table.
A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, a bench, and a red exercise ball.

Residence Inn by Marriott San Marcos

Residence Inn by Marriott San Marcos
San Marcos
RM473
RM544 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Residence Inn by Marriott San Marcos
A spacious lobby with marble flooring, large columns, and a red patterned carpet.
A dining area with tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and large windows with a view.
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 hotel entrance with a brick facade, numbered 1611, and a covered entrance area.

Quality Inn University near Downtown

Quality Inn University near Downtown
San Marcos
RM242
RM279 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Quality Inn University near Downtown
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Family-friendly hotels with pools in San Marcos

A multi-level hotel lobby with a central atrium, multiple dining areas, and a pool.
A spacious hotel lobby with a long corridor, modern chandeliers, and seating areas.
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a stone building with multiple windows, and a clear blue sky.
A large hotel with multiple floors, a prominent 'E' on the building, and a well-lit entrance.

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center
San Marcos
RM532
RM618 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center
A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a stone facade, large windows, and a covered entrance.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, multiple computer stations, and orange chairs.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a TV on a desk.
A lobby with a sofa, armchairs, a reception desk, and a map on the wall.

Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG

Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG
San Marcos
RM448
RM536 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A reception desk with a digital kiosk, a sign offering free Wi-Fi, and a pet policy notice.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered area, surrounded by a building with a red and white facade.
A Red Roof Inn with a large neon sign, a parking lot, and a building with multiple windows.

Red Roof Inn San Marcos

Red Roof Inn San Marcos
Rio Vista
RM248
RM285 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Red Roof Inn San Marcos
A hotel entrance with a green sign, a parking lot, and landscaping.
A hotel room with a large bed, a television, a desk, and a window with curtains.
A gym with cardio machines, weight benches, and dumbbells.
A hotel room with a desk, chair, television, two beds, a sofa, and a lamp.

Wingate by Wyndham San Marcos

Wingate by Wyndham San Marcos
San Marcos
RM321
RM370 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Wingate by Wyndham San Marcos
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.

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Austin San Marcos

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Austin San Marcos
San Marcos
RM400
RM460 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Austin San Marcos
A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller sofa, a bedside table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.
A modern hotel entrance with a covered walkway, numbered 1053, and a red "No Parking" sign.
A reception desk with a stone wall background, two monitors, and a sign reading "Comfort Inn & Suites".
A modern kitchen with a coffee station, bowls of fruits, and a coffee machine.

Comfort Inn & Suites San Marcos near Outlet Mall

Comfort Inn & Suites San Marcos near Outlet Mall
San Marcos
RM274
RM315 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Comfort Inn & Suites San Marcos near Outlet Mall
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A breakfast bar with a variety of food items and a large poster advertising 'La Quinta'.
A spacious living area with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.
A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a table, and a lamp.

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
San Marcos
RM264
RM304 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
A hotel with a swimming pool, a covered area, and a sign indicating pool rules.
A modern lounge area with leather sofas, a round table, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A hotel with a central entrance, multiple parking spaces, and a view of the surrounding area at dusk.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a microwave, a refrigerator, and a kitchen area.

Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG

Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG
San Marcos
RM424
RM508 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG
A modern kitchen with a long wooden table, bar stools, a built-in TV, and a brick accent wall.
A grocery store interior with refrigerated beverage dispensers, snack shelves, and a sign reading "The Market".
A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a television, and a dining table.
A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, a bench, and a red exercise ball.

Residence Inn by Marriott San Marcos

Residence Inn by Marriott San Marcos
San Marcos
RM473
RM544 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Residence Inn by Marriott San Marcos
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Top San Marcos Hotel Reviews

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Austin San Marcos

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Austin San Marcos

10/10 Excellent
"Was great"
Alvaro 2-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Austin San Marcos
Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG

Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean and comfortable hotel close to the highway, making it super convenient to access everything."
JOHN 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG
Hilton Garden Inn San Marcos

Hilton Garden Inn San Marcos

10/10 Excellent
"The staff was friendly, bed was comfortable, and room was clean."
Sharon 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hilton Garden Inn San Marcos
Red Roof Inn San Marcos

Red Roof Inn San Marcos

8/10 Good
"The only downside was that one of the bathroom lights was burnt out and the other was very dim, leaving the bathroom poorly lit; otherwise, it offered good value for money, and I would certainly stay there again."
Dalila 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Red Roof Inn San Marcos
Baymont Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Malls

Baymont Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Malls

10/10 Excellent
"Don’t let the outside building fool you…the rooms have been remodeled recently and are really nice. My husband enjoyed the breakfast."
Melody 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Baymont Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Malls
Quality Inn University near Downtown

Quality Inn University near Downtown

8/10 Good
"Wasn’t the cleanest ever, but incredibly great staff, and overall great for the price!"
Tarynn 1-night trip
Posted 10 days ago
Quality Inn University near Downtown

Frequently asked questions

What's San Marcos like for family-friendly holidays?
The destination of San Marcos is a good option if you've been considering a getaway with the children. The entertainment, recreation options and restaurants are just some of the things that make this an attractive spot for a family holiday. Fly into Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS), which is located 27.5 mi (44.3 km) from the city centre.
What's the best family accommodation in San Marcos?
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center is a hotel with an outdoor pool and a restaurant, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other choices for your family trip include Comfort Inn & Suites San Marcos near Outlet Mall and Quality Inn University near Downtown.
How many family hotels will I find in San Marcos?
Expedia has 11 family-friendly hotels and other accommodation options in San Marcos.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in San Marcos?
The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 13°C. Average annual precipitation for San Marcos is 1051 mm.
What's there to see and do with your family in San Marcos?
Strahan Coliseum, Bobcat Stadium and Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park are interesting attractions that you and your family will enjoy exploring while you are staying in San Marcos. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Aquarena Springs Museum and San Marcos Premium Outlets.
What's the best way for us to get around San Marcos?
To venture out into the surrounding area, hop aboard a train at San Marcos Station. San Marcos might not have very many public transport options, so consider a car rental to maximise your time.

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