Located close to Texas State University, Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area has plenty to offer. Unwind by the seasonal outdoor pool or stay connected with in-room WiFi. With RV/bus/truck parking, concierge services and a front-desk safe on site you can enjoy your stay without stress.
Reviews
4.64.6 out of 10
Popular amenities
Connecting rooms available
Pool
Pet-friendly
24/7 front desk
Air conditioning
Free parking
Main amenities (10)
Daily housekeeping
Seasonal outdoor pool
Room service
24-hour front desk
Coffee/tea in a common area
Front desk safe
Multilingual staff
Concierge services
Free newspapers in the lobby
Tour/ticket assistance
Feel at home (6)
Children stay free
Rollaway/extra beds
Microwave
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
The current price is HK$510
HK$510
HK$587 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Room options
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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
28 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds
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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
28 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking
Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
28 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds
View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
28 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
28 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking
John J. Stokes Sr. San Marcos River Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Texas State University - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
San Marcos River - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
San Marcos Premium Outlets - 6 min drive - 7.5 km
Getting around
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 36 min drive
San Marcos Station - 10 min walk
Restaurants
Whataburger - 8 min walk
McDonald's - 7 min walk
Texas Roadhouse - 13 min walk
Industry - 14 min walk
Pluckers Wing Bar - 1 min walk
About this property
Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area
Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area puts you a short five-minute drive from San Marcos River and Texas State University. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies such as WiFi and self-parking are added perks. Also, this motel is within a short drive of San Marcos Premium Outlets.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
DONE
Hotel size
54 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out
DONE
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
Rollaway beds are available for an additional charge
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet, per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
The seasonal pool is open from April to September
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).
Also known as
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Econo Lodge San Marcos
Econo Lodge
Econo Marcos University Area
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Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area San Marcos
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Frequently asked questions
Does Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 18 kg per pet. There's a charge of USD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area?
Yes, there's free self parking. Motorhome/coach/lorry parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area and nearby?
Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area has a seasonal outdoor pool.
What's the area around Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area like?
Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area is a short 10-minute walk from San Marcos Station and 15 minutes' walk from San Marcos River.
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Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area Reviews
Reviews
4.6
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4.8/10
Cleanliness
5.2/10
Staff & service
3.4/10
Amenities
4.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
3.6/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
8/10 Good
18 Jun 2025
We loved our stay, it was close enough to the destinations we wanted to visit.
Rebeca
Rebeca, 1-night trip
2/10 Terrible
18 Jul 2025
Nothing
Suzanne
Suzanne, 1-night trip
2/10 Terrible
5 May 2025
Dirty
Adrian
Adrian, 2-night trip
6/10 Okay
30 Mar 2025
Ok review
Overall was ok. When we arrived at check in time our room was extremely dirty. Housekeeping arrived shortly.
Raul
Raul, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
13 Jan 2025
It was good
yolanda
yolanda, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
24 Jul 2024
Nice place.
Jaime
Jaime, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
15 Dec 2024
Good
Ana
Ana, 1-night trip
2/10 Terrible
26 Apr 2025
The room was terrible. Walked in and there was a dead roach on the floor. Floor was dirty. Couldn’t figure out how to turn on the lights. The light switch turned on the microwave! You could see daylight thru the door jam, the door didn’t feel secure when shut and the peep hole was just an empty hole. There was no way we could stay. This room and property looked nothing like the photos. We checked out as soon as we found a different room.
Robby
Robby, 1-night trip
2/10 Terrible
7 Dec 2024
Pick somewhere else.
Ashley
Ashley, 1-night trip
2/10 Terrible
20 Oct 2024
The place was straight out terrible
Thomas
Thomas, 2-night trip
6/10 Okay
5 Jul 2022
Great location overall cleanliness could have been better
John
John, 3-night trip
2/10 Terrible
13 Oct 2024
Trash in room, dead roachs in the room, damaged doors, linens with cigarette burns and stains
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
22 Jan 2025
I stay there are a lot of times and sometimes everything's good and sometimes not this time the room I stated no heater no television no nothing no nothing no heater no nothing
William
William, 1-night trip
2/10 Terrible
14 Jun 2024
It was so nasty in and out. My family and I did not stay.
Ron
Ron, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
28 Dec 2023
Great sleep
I found the bed to be so comfortanble i slept longer than i have ever slept before with my sleeping disorder!! The place was clean but bathroom door was quite damaged.
Tomas
Tomas, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
21 Jun 2023
It is nice I have no complaints.
Ruby
Ruby, 1-night trip
2/10 Terrible
25 Mar 2024
No breakfast and beds uncomfortable
Pamela
Pamela, 1-night trip
2/10 Terrible
24 Feb 2025
Property needs to be updated , concrete stairs are old and anti slip pads are loose and dangerous to step on especially when wet, Rooms smell, some of the appliances didnt work in the room , hair dryer short circuit and burned in my hands. Front lobby can not be accessed and locked at all times you can only speek to someone through a small glass window, an weired crew was filming in room 111 looked like a pornographic video was beening made! And the odor of burnt marijuana in our room was horrible! I called the Manager and he made it seem like i was the one smoking the crap!! We did not stay the remainder of days we reserved and found a different location to finish our vacation.
Roy
Roy, 3-night trip
2/10 Terrible
5 Dec 2024
This property should NOT even be an Expedia option. Remove it. The pictures are all false. There is no safety. It's a damn sex traffic hotel. How has NO ONE investigated?! I've called authorities. Expedia should be embarrassed. I'm expecting my money back, or i will sue. We took pictures of everything. Take this place iff as an option. Now!!!
Janah
Janah, 1-night trip
2/10 Terrible
27 May 2024
There was a bunch of roaches in our motel room and it smelt like cigarettes in our room too. The staff were meh nobody was at the main lobby to take our cards for the motel so we just placed them on the counter
Nolan
Nolan, 1-night trip
2/10 Terrible
3 Dec 2023
Place was dirty have to switch room twice
Jaqueline
Jaqueline, 1-night trip
2/10 Terrible
24 Oct 2022
DO NOT stay here. Had to leave after one night due to many issues and then bed bugs and had to eat cost of hotel! Awful and awful area!!!
William
William, 3-night trip
2/10 Terrible
5 Jul 2022
Homeless people everywhere, We found a used syringe in the ironing board in our room, definitely high traffic area for drugs. I would not recommend for anyone to stay here
Kourtney
Kourtney, 2-night trip
2/10 Terrible
20 May 2024
It was a very busy street and also unsafe. The stairs looked unsafe too. Nothing like the pictures. Disappointing, we just used it to change and decided not to go back at night.
Barbarita
Barbarita, 1-night trip
2/10 Terrible
21 Jul 2023
It was horrible
Hair in the pillows
Roaches everywhere