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Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area, San Marcos
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About the Hotel
811 S. Guadalupe St.,
San Marcos,
Texas,
United States,
78666,
Texas
Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area is a 2-star pet-friendly hotel in a shopping district with convenient access to local attractions. It features amenities like a seasonal outdoor pool, complimentary wireless Internet access, and a business center.
Rooms & Amenities
The Econo Lodge offers comfortable guest rooms equipped with air conditioning, refrigerators, microwaves, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Select rooms include additional amenities such as coffee makers and hair dryers, ensuring a practical stay.
Dining & Nearby Options
A daily continental breakfast is served each morning, featuring free Easy Starts options. Nearby dining options include various restaurants, such as Krispy Kreme and Casa Maria Restaurant Bar & Bakery, within walking distance.
Leisure & Services
Guests can enjoy leisure activities at the seasonal outdoor pool or explore attractions like San Marcos Premium Outlets and Texas State University within a 10-minute drive. The hotel also provides concierge services and a 24-hour front desk.
Transportation & Local Landmarks
Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area is located approximately 10 minutes walking from the San Marcos bus station, facilitating easy access to public transportation. The hotel is close to local landmarks, including the Hays County Historic Courthouse and Rio Vista Park.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Easy Access Parking
“Parking was just a few feet from our first-floor room, making it incredibly convenient for unloading our bags.” view full review
Comfortable Room
“The room I stayed in was cozy and clean, perfect for a relaxing overnight stay without any extra fuss.” view full review
Neat Bathroom
“The bathroom facilities were nicely maintained, providing a pleasant experience during my stay.” view full review
Handy Self-Catering
“Having self-catering options available made it really easy for me to enjoy meals at my convenience.” view full review
General
Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Multilingual staff
Smoke detectors
Sports & Fitness
Fitness centre
Tennis court
Golf course
Guest Parking
Refrigerator
Microwave
Services
Room service
Wake up service
Newspaper service
Dining
Breakfast
Coffee/Tea in lobby
Free breakfast
Business
Fax/Photocopying
Spa & Leisure
Outdoor swimming pool
Leisure/ TV room
Room features
Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Self-catering
Refrigerator
Microwave
Media
Television
AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
Carpeted floor
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Location
811 S. Guadalupe St.,
San Marcos,
Texas,
United States,
78666,
Texas
Map view
811 S. Guadalupe St.,
San Marcos,
Texas,
United States,
78666,
Texas
City landmarks
Park
Rio Vista Park
1.7
km
Museum
Charles S Cock House Museum
1.1
km
Park
Dunbar Park
1.4
km
Park
San Marcos Lions Club Tube Rental
2.0
km
Gallery
Patio Dolcetto
640 m
Public Building
Hays County Historic Courthouse
1.3
km
205 S CM Allen Pkwy
Children's Park
1.1
km
700 Aquarena Springs Drive
Strahan Coliseum
2.8
km
Mall
The San Marcos River Walkway
1.1
km
1100 Aquarena Springs Drive
Bobcat Stadium
2.6
km
Museum
Calaboose African American History Museum
980 m
600 Cape St
Stokes Park
1.5
km
Rio Vista River Dam
1.0
km
430 Riverside Dr
San Marcos Discovery Center
1.1
km
Museum
LBJ Museum
1.3
km
The Square
1.3
km
601 S CM Allen Pkwy
Ramon Lucio Park
1.7
km
Church
First United Methodist Church
1.4
km
Museum
Dick's Classic Garage
2.6
km
William & Eleanor Crook Park
1.7
km
Old Main
2.0
km
601 University Dr
Sewell Park
2.8
km
1000 Prospect St
Wonder World Cave and Park
2.9
km
1414 Prospect St
Prospect Park
2.4
km
2116 Hunter Rd
Lower Purgatory Trailhead
2.5
km
Lake
Spring Lake
2.5
km
100 Ridgewood Ln
Schulle Canyon Natural Area
3.0
km
921 Aquarena Springs Dr
Spring Lake Natural Area
3.4
km
341-555 Lime Kiln Rd
The Lime Kiln
3.4
km
Nearby
211 Lee St
Centro Cultural Hispano de San Marcos
550 m
Restaurants
Krispy Kreme
260 m
121 N Interstate 35
Chili Dog
240 m
1140 Invasion St
Rogelio's Restaurant
390 m
625 S Lbj Dr 625 S LBJ Dr.
Garcia's Mexican Food Restaurant
690 m
1917 Dutton Dr
McDonald's
490 m
1001 N State Highway 123
Mana's Restaurant
930 m
807 Alabama St
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
40%
liked the hotel and would stay again
5.0/10
Guest rating
Rooms
5.0
Location
5.8
Service
5.0
Dining
5.0
Guest reviews
5.0/10
based on 6 reviews
5.3
5.3/10 based on 59 reviews
Erik
United States,
February
2024
5.0/10
My stay at the hotel was a mix of good and not-so-great aspects. The location was convenient and cozy, close to popular attractions, but there were issues with the room and services provided. The dining experience left something to be desired despite some positive features. However, the facilities at the hotel were decent, providing a satisfactory overall experience.
Rooms
5.0
The room I was initially assigned to, which was supposed to be a smoking room, reeked of smoke and was quite nasty. I had to request a change to a different room.
Service
5.0
The service was below expectations. They didn't come by to check if I needed clean towels or toilet paper, and there was a mix-up with my reservation details. Despite some communication issues, the staff, particularly the young individuals from India, were courteous.
Location
7.0
The hotel's location was good, situated close to Schlitterbahn and within easy reach of various attractions. However, being next to a popular sports bar with shared access did impact the overall experience.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was lacking. The breakfast options were subpar, with items like packaged danishes, bitter orange juice, and scarce refreshments. This could definitely be improved.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities were standard, nothing exceptional to highlight. The hotel lacked certain amenities that could have enhanced the guest experience.
Amanda
United States,
December
2023
5.0/10
My stay at the hotel was quite a mixed experience. Although the location was good and cozy, the rooms were well below acceptable standards in terms of cleanliness and management. The service received was also disappointing with issues regarding the reservation and the friendliness of the staff. The dining options were limited and not up to par. However, the hotel had its positive sides like being close to Schlitterbahn and not noisy, but it had shared access to a sports bar.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms were not very clean, and the door had to be manually closed. The overall cleanliness inside the room was a concern.
Service
5.0
The service was lacking as my reservation was not found easily, and the staff's attitude was unfriendly.
Location
7.0
The location was good, close to Schlitterbahn, and provided a cozy atmosphere despite the issues.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was subpar with only basic options available, like packaged pastries and bitter orange juice.
Facilities
5.0
The facilities did not stand out in any particular way.
Brian
United States,
November
2023
5.0/10
My stay at this hotel was quite disappointing. The rooms were in terrible condition, with dead roaches everywhere, no towels or washcloths, and stained sheets and comforters. The pool even had someone's clothes in it. Despite the low price, the cleanliness and state of the rooms were not worth it.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms were completely filthy and had various issues like dead roaches and stained bedding.
Service
5.0
The service was subpar, with noise from partying in the parking lot and a bad smell throughout the hotel. Additionally, the staff were unreliable in communication.
Location
5.0
The location was not ideal. While it was close to some attractions like Schlitterbahn, the overall area felt sketchy.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was disappointing, with limited and unappetizing breakfast options.
Facilities
5.0
The facilities were lacking, with cleanliness and maintenance issues prevalent.
Rod
United States,
September
2023
5.0/10
I had a terrible experience at this hotel. The rooms were below acceptable standards, and the management around the room was filthy from floors to walls, making me feel like I could catch something just by staying there. The service was also a disaster as they had no record of my reservation and took personal items from my room. The location was sketchy and had some noise issues. The dining experience was a letdown with poor quality food. Overall, it was a nightmare.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms were well below acceptable standards and filthy, making me feel uncomfortable.
Service
5.0
The service was a disaster with no record of my reservation and personal items missing from my room.
Location
5.0
The location was sketchy with noise issues, not ideal for a relaxing stay.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was disappointing with poor quality food.
Facilities
5.0
The facilities were not up to standards for a comfortable stay.
Isaac
United States,
September
2023
5.2/10
Although my stay had its ups and downs, overall the hotel was a decent choice. The location was convenient, nestled close to everything, providing a cozy atmosphere with minimal noise. However, the cleanliness of the rooms left much to be desired and the service had some unexpected mishaps. The dining options were lackluster, but the facilities were acceptable for the price.
Rooms
5.0
The room I stayed in wasn't the cleanest, especially near the entryway and the first floor. It was a bit disappointing, given the previous experiences I've had in other places.
Service
5.0
The service was a bit of a mixed bag. While the staff agreed to ship a forgotten item back to me, they mistakenly took my wife's personal towel and washcloth that she had hung up, which was quite frustrating.
Location
7.0
The hotel's location was good, being situated near Plucker's restaurant, which was a plus. It was also close to Schlitterbahn, making it convenient for exploring the area.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience fell short of expectations. During breakfast, the lemonade ran out early, and the orange juice was more like bitter water. The options were limited, leaving much to be desired.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities were adequate for the price paid, but nothing exceptional stood out during my stay.
Doug
United States,
August
2023
5.0/10
My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The location was great, close to everything without any noise, but the rooms were not very clean and some service aspects were lacking. The dining experience left much to be desired. However, the facilities were convenient and enjoyable.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms were not very clean and had a strong smell of urine. The door would not shut on its own and I had to pull it shut. When I asked for a second room, it was disgustingly filthy.
Service
5.0
The service wasn't friendly at all. No one came by to check if we needed clean towels or toilet paper. However, I must say they tried to please us by agreeing to ship something back to me, especially considering my sister's difficulty climbing stairs.
Location
7.0
The hotel was up against Plucker's restaurant, which was convenient. It was good that it was close to Schlitterbahn and I enjoyed the visit without any noise; it felt cozy.
Dining
5.0
The breakfast was disappointing. It only consisted of lemonade-which ran out quickly, bitter water disguised as orange juice, and bland coffee. The danishes were dry, and there was not even a toaster available. A real letdown.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities were basic but satisfactory for a short stay.
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