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4.2 out of 5

"I had a nice stay. The property is beautiful " More

By a verified traveler on Tue 29 Jun 2021

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Hotel Description

3-star hotel near Rio Vista Park

In San Marcos

Within 3 miles (5 km) of this San Marcos hotel, you'll find Rio Vista Park and Texas State University. San Marcos City Park and Wonder World are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Business services

This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy the 24-hour gym and perks like free self parking.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
$103* Per night/room Apr 21 - Apr 22

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility)

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Feature)

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Hearing)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area, an IHG Hotel ratings based on 12 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.2 out of 5 4.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.5 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area, an IHG Hotel

Everyone (8) Couples (1) Family (3)
5 out of 5

Posted by on Feb 29, 2024

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5 out of 5

Posted by on Jan 28, 2023

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4 out of 5
I had a nice stay. The property is beautiful

Posted by on Jun 29, 2021

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jul 1, 2021 by GSM

Thank you for your feedback! I am pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us. We love to hear from our guests as we use your feedback to continue training our staff and improving our services so we can provide you with the best stay possible!

4 out of 5

Posted by on Oct 25, 2020

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Comment from Hotel Management

Oct 26, 2020 by Guest Services Manager

Thank you for your feedback.

4 out of 5
Shower head was not working the best. I informed the front desk on check out. over all the hotel was very nice.

Posted by on Feb 4, 2020

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Comment from Hotel Management

Feb 4, 2020 by Sherri Hollander

I am pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay the Holiday Inn San Marcos Cnvention Center! I will share your compliments with the departments in our hotel so we can celebrate our success. I will be sure to make sure we address your concerns with the shower head. We look forward to serving you again in the future. Best, Sherri Hollander General Manager

5 out of 5
Every aspect of this property from the curiosity of staff to rooms to the restaurant was pleasant, very accommodating and professional.

Posted by , from Houston on Jan 28, 2020

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Comment from Hotel Management

Feb 4, 2020 by Sherri Hollander

Thank you for taking the time to let us know how your stay was. Value is an important factor when choosing a place to stay. We value and appreciate you choosing us for your lodging needs. Should you find yourself traveling to San Marcos, please feel free to give us a call directly for special rates. Sincerely, Sherri Hollander General Manager

4 out of 5
Very nice place to stay! Would definitely stay there again and/or recommend.

Posted by on Aug 26, 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

Aug 30, 2019 by Sherri Hollander

Dear RSmith, Thank you for the wonderful review of our Holiday Inn San Marcos Convention Center. Comments like these are the validation for all the work and effort by our entire staff to strive to exceed expectations for every guest. Again, thank you for staying with us. Sincerely, Sherri Hollander General Manager

5 out of 5

Posted by on Jun 15, 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jun 17, 2019 by Sherri Hollander

Thank you for taking the time to share your recent stay experience about your stay here with us at the Holiday Inn San Marcos Convention Center. We appreciate the time it take to share feedback. We are thrilled that you enjoyed the stay! The staff at Holiday Inn are happy to make memorable stays. Safe travels! Sincerely, Sherri Hollander General Manager

5 out of 5
Friendly and helpful staff. The rooms are comfortable and nicely appointed.

Posted by on Jan 9, 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jan 11, 2019 by Sherri Reilly

Thank you so much for your review of our hotel. I am pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay with us. It's something our staff takes great pride in, so we value your feedback. We hope you will visit us again. You're feedback is very important to us and we sincerely value your business and hope to see you again one day soon. Sincerely, Sherri Reilly General Manager

2 out of 5

Posted by on Jul 25, 2018

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Comment from Hotel Management

Dec 9, 2018 by Jay

I am so sorry you had a bad time at our facility. If i had some details, I could look into the issues, so if you have time, please call us here at the front desk, and we would love to speak with you about how we could improve your stay

About the Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area, an IHG Hotel

Location 105 Bintu Drive, San Marcos, TX 78666

Property Features

Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area, an IHG Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A 24-hour business center and 3 meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 4150 square feet (386 square meters) and includes a conference center. A terrace, a vending machine, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area, an IHG Hotel. Free self parking is available.

  • 1 building
  • 108 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 4150 sq ft of conference space
  • 386 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2015
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Elevator
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Free wired internet

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Free wired internet

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Train station: San Marcos Station (4.2 km / 2.6 mi)
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area, an IHG Hotel offers 108 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This San Marcos hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable channels
  • Premium channels
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee maker
  • Pillow options
  • Shower and tub combination
  • Cribs (free)
  • Rollaway beds (surcharge)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Newspapers (free)
  • Local calls (free)
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Connecting rooms available

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy full breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Spring Bistro & Bar - This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair accessible parking

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time ends at midnight
  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 21

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.

Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Pet Policy

  • Pets: USD 50 per pet, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 50.00 per stay
  • Weight limit: 55 lbs per pet
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Cashless transactions are available

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-out is available. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property follows sanitization practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • LGBTQ friendly
  • Smoke detector
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Guest accommodation is sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Masks are compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is available
  • Reservation is not required for facilities onsite
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
  • Protective clothing is not available to guests
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Children stay free - maximum age 18
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines Clean Promise (IHG)
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Children stay free
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • Number of children who can stay free - 3
  • Gap period enforced between guest stays - 24 hours

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 6–10 for adults, and USD 0–0 for children
  • Pet deposit: USD 50.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Holiday Inn San Marcos Hotel
  • Holiday Inn San Marcos
  • Holiday Inn San Marcos
  • Holiday Inn San Marcos Convention CTR Area
  • Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area, an IHG Hotel Hotel

You should know

  • Up to 3 children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.