Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Marcos South

900 Barnes Dr., San Marcos, TX 78666 United States (USA) near Exit 199 on I-35 (~2.3mi)
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2.5 Star Property
29.843056-97.972760
+1-800-219-2797
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  • Includes an outdoor swimming pool
  • Free complimentary breakfast
  • The Avg. Group Discount is 14.0%!
  • Gym is available on property
  • 88 rooms in property
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Hotel has an eco-friendly policy
  • Groups/Meetings rating of 10.0/10

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Local Attractions

- Walking distance to STAR Park. - 1/2 mile to San Marcos Outlets - Walking to distance strip mall which includes Academy, Target, JcPenney, Bealls and Specs - Directly across I-35 to San Marcos Convention Center

Verified Reviews of Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Marcos South An Ihg Hotel

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"Our stay was wonderful!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
It was a wonderful stay. the hotel was very clean. Everyone was awesome. Breakfast was nice. Will go back.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
21-Mar-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Mar 14 to Thu Mar 16 2023 at a $166.99 average nightly rate.
4.0 out of 5. Based on 15 guest reviews

Property Description

New Hotel Opening March 2018!Welcome to the new Holiday Inn Express and Suites - San Marcos South.Come and experience true Texas hospitality at the Holiday Inn Express and Suites where we allow you to relax and rejuvenate on your schedule. We are centrally located between Austin & San Antonio just south of IH-35, with easy access to all that San Marcos has to offer. If your trip is for leisure or business-related, Holiday Inn Express San Marcos South is the place to be.

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Details / Other Expenses

Check In: 3:00 PM
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Year of Last Renovation: 2018
Floors: 4
Rooms: 88
Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways
Non Smoking Rooms: 88
Handicap Rooms: 11
Rooms with 1 Bed: 41
Rooms with 2 Beds: 47
Suites: 28
Room Windows: Windows Don't Open
Cleaning Frequency: Daily
Meeting Rooms: 1 View Spaces
Meeting Space: 625 sq. feet
Banquet Space: Holds 20 people
Dist. to Food/Bars: 0.3 Mi
Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 0.5 Mi
Dist. to Nearest Gym: 0.3 Mi
FEMA Approved: Yes
Pool Info:
Two Cabana's available with our outdoor pool.Come and soak up the sun with us!
Ownership: AUSMR Holiday Express, LLC
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
24 hours prior to arrival
Nightly Parking: 0
Total Taxes: 15.00%
Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)
State Tax: 6.00%
City Tax: 9.00%
Audio Visual Tax: 8.25%

Amenities / Features


  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • ATM
  • Baggage storage facilities
  • Clothes drying
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • Complimentary newspaper
  • Conference facilities
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Credit card accepted: Discover
  • Electronic key card
  • Elevator
  • Express Check-Out
  • Facilities for the disabled
  • Fax available
  • Fitness and health center
  • Free local calls
  • Hairdryer available
  • Handicap accessible
  • Central heating
  • Ice Maker
  • Internet - wireless
  • Internet - ethernet
  • Free WiFi Internet
  • Ironing facilities
  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry valet service
  • Microwave in room
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24 hours opened
  • Office or business center
  • Private bathroom in room
  • Quiet location
  • Radio in room
  • Self controlled heating/cooling system
  • Shower
  • Swimming pool - outdoor
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Telephone
  • Telephone in all rooms
  • Telephone - Free local calls
  • Television
  • TV - Free Cable
  • TV Channel: HBO
  • TV Channel: Weather Channel
  • TV Channel: ESPN
  • TV Channel: NFL Network
  • TV Channel: Fox Sports
  • TV Channel: Disney Channel
  • TV Channel: Discovery Channel
  • TV Channel: Nickelodeon
  • Voicemail

Airport & Shuttle Information

- 36.6 miles to and from Austin Bergstrom Airport. Airport Code: AUS- 40.4 miles to and from San Antonio International Airport. Airport Code: SAT

Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Breakfast Information

FREE, fresh breakfast included in the rates.

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Sorry, pets are not allowed.

Parking Info

Free parking for registered guests. Not covered.

Internet / WiFI

Wi-Fi is free to our registered guests.

About Holiday Inn Express

  • Free Express Start Breakfast Bar offering eggs, omelets, bacon and sausage, and their signature cinnamon rolls just to name a few
  • Have their own 100% Arabica Smart Roast Coffee
  • Free high-speed internet service in every room
  • eHost Online Concierge Service where guests can learn about hotel amenities, major airlines nearby, up-to-date local weather and even car rental services
  • Perfect for the business traveler on the go, Holiday Inn Express offers 24/7 fax & photocopy services
  • Unlimited free local and toll-free calls

The Holiday Inn Express highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

    Day 1

  • Breakfast: Crafthouse Kitchen & Tap - Start your day with a delicious breakfast and a wide selection of craft beers. Located 1 mile from the hotel.
  • Lunch: Palmer's Restaurant, Bar & Courtyard - Indulge in Southern comfort food and refreshing cocktails. Located 3 miles from the hotel.
  • Dinner: The Root Cellar Cafe & Brewery - Enjoy farm-to-table cuisine and craft beers in a cozy atmosphere. Located 2.5 miles from the hotel.
  • Activity: Float the San Marcos River - Experience the natural beauty of the San Marcos River while tubing or kayaking. Located 4 miles from the hotel.
  • Day 2

  • Breakfast: The Coffee Bar - Start your day with a delicious cup of coffee and freshly baked pastries. Located 0.5 miles from the hotel.
  • Lunch: Grins Restaurant - Enjoy a variety of Tex-Mex dishes and burgers in a laid-back atmosphere. Located 2 miles from the hotel.
  • Dinner: Black's Barbecue - Savor mouthwatering Texas-style barbecue in a casual setting. Located 1.5 miles from the hotel.
  • Activity: Explore the Aquarena Center - Discover the rich history and diverse wildlife of the San Marcos Springs. Located 3.5 miles from the hotel.
  • Day 3

  • Breakfast: Dos Gatos Kolache Bakery - Start your day with delicious kolaches and freshly brewed coffee. Located 0.8 miles from the hotel.
  • Lunch: Taproom Pub & Grub - Enjoy pub-style food and a wide selection of craft beers. Located 2.2 miles from the hotel.
  • Dinner: Alvin Ord's Sandwich Shop - Delight in a wide selection of gourmet sandwiches and salads. Located 1 mile from the hotel.
  • Activity: Visit the Central Texas Wing of the Commemorative Air Force - Explore a collection of vintage aircraft and learn about aviation history. Located 5 miles from the hotel.

Previously known as:
Holiday Inn Express

Seasonality of Hotel Rates at Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Marcos South

Rate fluctuations of Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Marcos South

The graph above is seasonality of room rates for both group/meeting prices and the lowest online individual rates we could find at the time the group/meeting offer was submitted. The most competitive group/meeting discount shown is 27.6% in June 2022 and the highest average individual rate is $520 in the month of October 2022. This chart will show past seasonality and also project future months. If you are flexible with dates, you may want to consider staying at Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Marcos South in a month when rates are lower.

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Marcos South

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Marcos South.

Feel free to use the Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Marcos South meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in San Marcos event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Meeting Room Name L x W x H
(Feet)
Size
(sqft.)
Banquet
5'/6'
Banquet Space Layout
Crescent
Crescent Tables Layout
Classroom
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow
Square
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
Boardroom Meeting Space
Convention
8'/10'
Convention Booth Layout
Theater
Theater Layout
Reception
Reception Desk for Meeting
Regist.
Desk
Registration Desk for Meeting
Meeting Room A 27 x 15 x 10 413--/----161010103/24025--
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Meeting Room A

We are a new hotel, that is not even open yet, so, these numbers may change once I get the actual tables in the room. As of right now I can not tell if the room will accommodate rounds comfortably.
Room Type:
Boardroom
Total Size:
413 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
27 x 15 x 10 Ft.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Power Outlets:
4
Columns:
0
Windows:
2
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning

FAQs about Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Marcos South An Ihg Hotel

What time is check in?

Check in time is 3:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Marcos South An Ihg Hotel have?

There are 88 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Marcos South An Ihg Hotel?

Yes, they have 1 meeting room that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Marcos South An Ihg Hotel?

FREE, fresh breakfast included in the rates.

What parking is available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Marcos South An Ihg Hotel?

Free parking for registered guests. Not covered.

How much does internet cost?

Wi-Fi is free to our registered guests.

Can I get a AAA rate at Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Marcos South An Ihg Hotel?

Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.

Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Marcos South An Ihg Hotel?

Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.

Is there a gym at Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Marcos South An Ihg Hotel?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Marcos South An Ihg Hotel?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Two Cabana's available with our outdoor pool.Come and soak up the sun with us!.

Testimonials:

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"Bob responded very promptly and the booking process went very well. They answered all our questions and offered the rooms we needed at the price they quoted. It was a very efficient way of finding a hotel for our group. You have been excellent to deal with. I have already referred your company to another teacher in our school. Thank you for being so helpful and following up on everything!!" G.W. - Cleveland, OH

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