Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area, San Marcos ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

811 S. Guadalupe St., San Marcos, Texas, United States of America, 78666

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

Queen Room

Max:

4 persons

28 m²

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

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Air conditioning

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Queen Room

Max:

2 persons

28 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

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Double Room

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4 persons

28 m²

Bed options:

2 Double beds

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City Center

San Marcos4300 ft

Airports

Austin-Bergstrom International (AUS) 34.2 mi

San Antonio International (SAT) 42.3 mi

Facilities

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
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Multilingual staff
Smoke detectors

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center
Tennis court

Guest Parking

Refrigerator
Microwave

Services

Room service
Wake up service
Newspaper service

Dining

Breakfast
Coffee/Tea in lobby
Free breakfast

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool

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

Location

811 S. Guadalupe St., San Marcos, Texas, United States of America, 78666

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811 S. Guadalupe St., San Marcos, Texas, United States of America, 78666

City landmarks

Parks

Rio Vista Park

1.1 mi

Museums

Charles S Cock House Museum

3600 ft

Parks

Dunbar Park

4800 ft

Parks

San Marcos Lions Club Tube Rental

1.3 mi

Gallery

Patio Dolcetto

2100 ft

Public Building

Hays County Historic Courthouse

4200 ft

205 S CM Allen Pkwy

Children's Park

3600 ft

700 Aquarena Springs Drive

Strahan Coliseum

1.7 mi

Mall

The San Marcos River Walkway

3600 ft

1100 Aquarena Springs Drive

Bobcat Stadium

1.6 mi

Museums

Calaboose African American History Museum

3300 ft

600 Cape St

Stokes Park

4900 ft

Rio Vista River Dam

3400 ft

430 Riverside Dr

San Marcos Discovery Center

3700 ft

Museums

LBJ Museum

4200 ft

The Square

4200 ft

601 S CM Allen Pkwy

Ramon Lucio Park

1.1 mi

Church

First United Methodist Church

4600 ft

Museums

Dick's Classic Garage

1.6 mi

William & Eleanor Crook Park

1.1 mi

Old Main

1.2 mi

601 University Dr

Sewell Park

1.7 mi

1000 Prospect St

Wonder World Cave and Park

1.8 mi

1414 Prospect St

Prospect Park

1.5 mi

2116 Hunter Rd

Lower Purgatory Trailhead

1.6 mi

Lake

Spring Lake

1.5 mi

100 Ridgewood Ln

Schulle Canyon Natural Area

1.8 mi

921 Aquarena Springs Dr

Spring Lake Natural Area

2.1 mi

341-555 Lime Kiln Rd

The Lime Kiln

2.1 mi

Nearby

211 Lee St

Centro Cultural Hispano de San Marcos

1900 ft

Restaurants

Krispy Kreme

900 ft

121 N Interstate 35

Chili Dog

800 ft

1140 Invasion St

Rogelio's Restaurant

1300 ft

625 S Lbj Dr 625 S LBJ Dr.

Garcia's Mexican Food Restaurant

2300 ft

1917 Dutton Dr

McDonald's

1700 ft

1001 N State Highway 123

Mana's Restaurant

3100 ft

807 Alabama St

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

76%

liked the hotel and would stay again

7.6/10

Very good

Rooms

5.0

Location

5.8

Service

5.0

Dining

5.0

Erik

United States of America, 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 of America, 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 of America, 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 of America, 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 of America, 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 of America, 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.