Red Roof Inn San Marcos

2.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near San Marcos River

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Coffee service
Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi
Lobby
Breakfast area
Exterior

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$99
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct

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817 I-35 N, San Marcos, TX, 78666
  • Place, Rio Vista Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, San Marcos River
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Texas State University
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, Non Smoking (3 Queen Beds)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(47 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

San Marcos

Red Roof Inn San Marcos puts you in the heart of San Marcos, within a 20-minute stroll of popular places like San Marcos River and Texas State University. Highlights at this hotel include an outdoor swimming pool, free self-parking and a 24-hour business centre. .Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .With a stay at this Rio Vista hotel, you'll be 9.4 km (5.8 mi) from San Marcos Premium Outlets.

What's nearby

  • Rio Vista Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • San Marcos River - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Texas State University - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • John J. Stokes Sr. San Marcos River Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Bobcat Stadium - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 20 min walk
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Chuy's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Fuego Tortilla Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Buddy’s Burger - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Red Roof Inn San Marcos

Hotel with free parking, near San Marcos River
Public spaces have free WiFi. There's an onsite 24-hour business centre. An outdoor pool, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Red Roof Inn San Marcos. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This San Marcos hotel is smoke free.

  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • No smoking on site
Red Roof Inn San Marcos offers 50 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. 37-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property allows guests 18 or over to check in with valid military ID.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 15 per pet, per night (maximum USD 105 per stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 80 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • 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.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night (maximum USD105 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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 and cash
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 cash deposit, credit card or debit 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 and cash.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in March and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Children aged 17 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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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Red Roof Inn San Marcos?

Yep, Red Roof Inn San Marcos has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

How much does it cost to stay at Red Roof Inn San Marcos?

As of 25 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Red Roof Inn San Marcos on 28 Oct 2025 start from AU$98.50, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Red Roof Inn San Marcos have a pool?

Red Roof Inn San Marcos has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from March to September).

Is Red Roof Inn San Marcos family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and an outdoor pool, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Red Roof Inn San Marcos is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Red Roof Inn San Marcos?

No, Red Roof Inn San Marcos does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Red Roof Inn San Marcos?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Reviews

Red Roof Inn San Marcos Reviews

7.2

Good

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 292 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 279 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 206 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 120 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 103 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Tanika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Robert

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Couldn’t sleep

What ever you do don’t get a room facing the highway. The noise is very loud all night long
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Maxine

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Needed a spot too get away and it was great small details in the bathroom and maybe a cleaner bed would made me give a 5 stars overall great experience
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Aimee

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great. Room was nice and very clean. Breakfast was good. I was excited they had waffles! I only gave 4 stars because bathroom needed some updating. 5 star stay otherwise!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Camarie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good costumer service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Joseph

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Christy

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean but get a room at the back of the property. The freeway traffice was too loud for me at the front.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It is an older property with some wear and tear. Breakfast was a bit disappointing.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sondra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Business traveller
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Avelicia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

deyna

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fast check in. Clean and quiet rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandra

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

PATRICIA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is friendly, it is Pet friendly, clean, coffee and pastries for breakfast, close to dining. Price is reasonable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

olivero

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Just another Red Roof exprrience.

The room was good, shower area does not contain the run off from the shower. There was a surprise fro a small roach that popped out of the sink as I was brushing my teeth. The breakfast was less than desired, with hot cakes and coffee...no juices.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

KENNETH

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and nice
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

linda

It
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025