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4.0/5
Based on 576 guest reviews
- Has an outdoor pool!
- The Avg. Group Discount is 10.6%!
- Gym / Fitness Center Available
- 108 sleeping rooms in hotel
- 4 floors in hotel
- Check in: 03:00 PM
- Hotel has a green policy
- Group score of 10.0/10
- 8 meeting rooms in property
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Verified Reviews of Holiday Inn San Marcos Convention Center Area An Ihg Hotel
Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently: "Nice Hotel"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
The hotel is nice, clean and quiet. The staff is very friendly and always asking how your day went.
Robert L. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from 
13-Oct-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Oct 10 to Mon Oct 14 2024 at a $164.49 average nightly rate. 
Response from Management on 07-Nov-2024:
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed stay with us. Our team strives to provide a welcoming and comfortable experience, and it's wonderful to know that our efforts are making a positive impact.
"Our GO TO Hotel in San Marcos!"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Overall everything was great. Staff was friendly and helpful. This is always our go to when visiting San Marcos.
Larry N. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
01-Oct-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Sep 28 to Sun Sep 29 2024 at a $188.99 average nightly rate. Response from Management on 07-Nov-2024:
Thank you so much for your continued trust in us! We're delighted to hear that your experience was great and that our team made a positive impact. It's always a pleasure to welcome you back, and we truly appreciate you considering us your go-to hotel when visiting San Marcos. If there's anything we can do to make your next stay even more enjoyable, please don't hesitate to reach out. We look forward to welcoming you again soon!
"10"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Nice staff is friendly.
Staci W. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
20-Jul-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Jul 16 to Sat Jul 20 2024 at a $160.00 average nightly rate. Property Description
Holiday Inn is centrally location along the I35 corridor makes everything in the surrounding area easy to get to. Situated midway between Austin and San Antonio and just on the edge of the Texas Hill Country. Holiday Inn San Marcos offers the most options for any traveler. The area's newest full service hotel in the offers the most sophisticated and modern accommodations amenities and banquet event space. Our three flexible function rooms, offer 3,150 square feet of total indoor space and we have a separate outdoor event center as well. Our space can host anything from a 10 guest business meeting to a 170 seated banquet with custom catering.Each of our guest rooms includes either a king or two queen beds with a well-lit work desk and comfortable chair along with complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi access to help you stay connected while away from the home or office. Enjoy a morning or evening meal or try a refreshing cocktail from the Spring's Bistro+Bar, our own site restaurant.
Green Sustainability
IHG Green Engage participating hotel
Details / Other Expenses
| Check In: | 03:00 PM |
| Check Out: | 12:00 PM |
| Year of Last Renovation: | 2016 |
| Floors: | 4 |
| Rooms: | 108 |
| Corridors: | All Rooms Have Interior Hallways |
| Non Smoking Rooms: | 108 |
| Handicap Rooms: | 8 |
| Suites: | 0 |
| Room Windows: | Windows Don't Open |
| Cleaning Frequency: | Daily |
| Meeting Rooms: | 8 View Spaces |
| Meeting Space: | 13154 sq. feet |
| Banquet Space: | Holds 170 people |
| Dist. to Food/Bars: | 1.0 Mi |
| Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: | 4.0 Mi |
| Dist. to Nearest Gym: | 3.0 Mi |
| Lounge/Bar Hours: | 430PM-10PM |
| FEMA Approved: | Yes |
| Pool Info: Outdoor Pool9am-10pm daily | |
| Ownership: | SMMHI. Holiday SM, LLC |
Policies / Expenses
| Cancellation: Individual bookings: 24 hours prior to arrival.Group blocks: require 30 day cut off dates | |
| Total Taxes: | 15.00% |
| Total Misc Fees: | $0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
| State Tax: | 6.00% |
| Occupancy Tax: | 9.00% |
| Food and Beverage Tax: | 8.25% |
| Audio Visual Tax: | 8.25% |
| Additional Person Fee: | 10.00 Per Person (starting with 3rd person) |
| Food and Beverage Service Charge: | 21.00% |
| Audio Visual Service Charge: | 21.00% |
| Banquet Bartender Fees: | 125.00 Per Function |
| Avg. Continental Breakfast Cost: | 13.00 Per Person (on average) |
| Avg. Buffet Breakfast Cost: | 16.00 Per Person (on average) |
| Avg. Plated Lunch Cost: | 17.00 Per Person (on average) |
| Avg. Buffet Lunch Cost: | 19.00 Per Person (on average) |
| Avg. Boxed Lunch Cost: | 14.00 Per Person (on average) |
| Avg. Plated Dinner Cost: | 30.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Buffet Dinner Cost: | 29.00 Per Person |
| Morning Break Cost: | 10.00 Per Person (on average) |
| Afternoon Break Cost: | 10.00 Per Person (on average) |
| Banquet Gallon of Coffee: | 40.00 Per Person |
| Banquet Soda: | 2.00 Per Item |
| Banquet Bottled Water: | 2.00 Per Item |
| Banquet Hosted Bar: | 9.00 Per Item (on average per drink) |
| Banquet Reception w Hors d'oeuvres: | 3.00 Per Item (on average) |
Amenities / Features
- Alarm clock
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Credit card accepted: American Express
- Credit card accepted: Discover
- Credit card accepted: Diners Club
- Electronic key card
- Elevator
- Express Check-Out
- Facilities for the disabled
- Fax available
- Fitness and health center
- Free local calls
- Hairdryer available
- Handicap accessible
- Internet - wireless
- Internet - ethernet
- Free WiFi Internet
- Laundry facilities
- Laundry valet service
- Licensed bar
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24 hours opened
- Office or business center
- Pets allowed
- Private bathroom in room
- Radio in room
- Refrigerator
- Swimming pool - outdoor
- Telephone in all rooms
- Telephone - Free local calls
- Television
- TV - Free Cable
- TV Channel: HBO
- TV Channel: Showtime
- Voicemail
Airport & Shuttle Information
Airport for Austin Texas to San Marcos Texas is 34 miles and 36 minuets Airport from San Antonio Texas to San Marcos Texas 44.9 miles and 56 minuets
Local Shuttle Info: Holiday Inn San Marcos dose not have a Shuttle Services. We are more then welcome to help you find a company that can accommodate your needs.
Breakfast Information
Served in the Spring's Bistro each morning via menu service, buffet on weekends, and average cost per entree is $10.00.
Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Yes! Pets are allowed.Non Refundable pet fee of $50 required and is good for a 7 night stay. Longer stays will require additional charge. Pets 25 pounds and smaller accepted.
Internet / WiFI
Wi-Fi Internet is complimentary to all guests, and is available in each guest room, lobby, business center and public space as well as in the meeting rooms and ballroom.
About Holiday Inn
- Full-service hotel offering three different experiences: Holiday Inn Express ideal for the business traveler, Holiday Inn Resorts for family fun and relaxation, and the Holiday Inn Club Vacations, suitable for family and friends with spacious accommodations
- Offering comfort and family-oriented service, children stay and eat free at Holiday Inn properties
- Free high-speed internet access
- Restaurants and bars on-site with good food and drinks for all ages
- Indoor or Outdoor swimming pools based on location
- Great exercise facilities
- Based on select properties, Holiday Inn's The Hub is the perfect entertainment spot and gaming area with a media lounge, fire pits, etc.
The Holiday Inn highlights above are subject to change without notice.
Suggested AI Generated Itinerary
- Breakfast: Crafthouse Kitchen & Tap - Start your day with a delicious breakfast and a wide selection of craft beers. Located 0.8 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: Palmer's Restaurant, Bar & Courtyard - Indulge in Southern comfort food and refreshing cocktails in a charming courtyard setting. Located 1.2 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: The Root Cellar Cafe & Brewery - Enjoy farm-to-table cuisine and craft beers in a cozy atmosphere. Located 1.5 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Float the San Marcos River - Experience the natural beauty of the San Marcos River while tubing or kayaking. Located 3.5 miles from the hotel.
- Breakfast: Dos Gatos Kolache Bakery - Treat yourself to delicious kolaches and pastries with a variety of fillings. Located 1.1 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: Taproom Pub & Grub - Enjoy pub-style food and a wide selection of beers on tap. Located 0.9 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: Hays County BBQ - Savor mouthwatering Texas-style barbecue in a casual setting. Located 2.3 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Wonder World Park - Explore an underground cave, ride a train through a wildlife park, and enjoy other family-friendly attractions. Located 4.7 miles from the hotel.
- Breakfast: Rhea's Ice Cream - Start your day with a sweet treat from this local ice cream shop. Located 1.3 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: Root Cellar Bakery - Enjoy freshly baked bread, sandwiches, and pastries in a charming bakery. Located 1.5 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: The Salt Lick BBQ - Feast on mouthwatering barbecue in a rustic setting. Located 18.5 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: San Marcos Premium Outlets - Shop for designer brands and enjoy great deals at this popular outlet mall. Located 4.2 miles from the hotel.
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Group vs. Individual Rates at Holiday Inn San Marcos Convention Center
The graph above is trends of room rates for both group prices and the lowest online individual prices our rate checker could find at the time the group/meeting offer was submitted. The lowest group discount displayed is 24.0% in the month of June 2022 and the highest average individual rate is $356 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 San Marcos Convention Center in a month when rates are lower.
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Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Holiday Inn San Marcos Convention Center
Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Holiday Inn San Marcos Convention Center.
Feel free to use the Holiday Inn San Marcos Convention Center 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'  | Crescent | Classroom | Hollow Square  | U-Shape | Boardroom | Convention 8'/10'  | Theater | Reception | Regist. Desk  |
| (A+B+C) Hill Country Ballroom | 76 x 42 x 13 | 3150 | --/170 | 85 | 131 | 76 | 90 | 76 | --/-- | 260 | -- | -- |
Close This (A+B+C) Hill Country BallroomRoom Type: Ballroom Total Size: 3150 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 76 x 42 x 13 Ft. Floor Level: 1 Power Outlets: 15 Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Half Day Rental: $1500.00 USD Full Day Rental: $1500.00 USD Rental rates are based on room not length of utilized time. Food & beverage minimums apply and if met may waive room rental fees. F&B minimums are based on menu selections and number of attendees, and must meet or exceed 1.5 times the room rental fee or a prorated room rental fee will be assessed. | ||||||||||||
| (A) Blanco | 25 x 42 x 13 | 1075 | --/60 | 30 | 56 | 26 | 22 | 26 | --/-- | 100 | -- | -- |
Close This (A) BlancoRoom Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 1075 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 25 x 42 x 13 Ft. Floor Level: 1 Power Outlets: 5 Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Half Day Rental: $500.00 USD Full Day Rental: $500.00 USD Rental rates are based on room not length of utilized time. Food & beverage minimums apply and if met may waive room rental fees. F&B minimums are based on menu selections and number of attendees, and must meet or exceed 1.5 times the room rental fee or a prorated room rental fee will be assessed. | ||||||||||||
| (B) Driftwood | 25 x 42 x 13 | 1000 | --/50 | 25 | 50 | 24 | 20 | 24 | --/-- | 60 | -- | -- |
Close This (B) DriftwoodRoom Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 1000 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 25 x 42 x 13 Ft. Floor Level: 1 Power Outlets: 5 Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Half Day Rental: $500.00 USD Full Day Rental: $500.00 USD Rental rates are based on room not length of utilized time. Food & beverage minimums apply and if met may waive room rental fees. F&B minimums are based on menu selections and number of attendees, and must meet or exceed 1.5 times the room rental fee or a prorated room rental fee will be assessed. | ||||||||||||
| (C) Wimberley | 26 x 42 x 13 | 1075 | --/60 | 30 | 56 | 26 | 22 | 26 | --/-- | 100 | -- | -- |
Close This (C) WimberleyRoom Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 1075 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 26 x 42 x 13 Ft. Floor Level: 1 Power Outlets: 5 Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Half Day Rental: $500.00 USD Full Day Rental: $500.00 USD Rental rates are based on room not length of utilized time. Food & beverage minimums apply and if met may waive room rental fees. F&B minimums are based on menu selections and number of attendees, and must meet or exceed 1.5 times the room rental fee or a prorated room rental fee will be assessed. | ||||||||||||
| Venue at Willow Creek | 66 x 41 x 0 | 2706 | --/160 | 80 | -- | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | 300 | -- | -- |
Close This Venue at Willow CreekVenue at Willow Creek is the Holiday Inn San Marcos' beautifully landscaped outdoor area offering you a unique choice for your next function or event. Area is comprised of stamped concrete and grass. Area does close at 10pm and all furnishings (garden chairs, tent, and tables etc) for this area must be arranged thru a third party rental company. Room Type: Outdoor Miscellaneous Total Size: 2706 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 66 x 41 x 0 Ft. Floor Level: 1 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: Yes Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Half Day Rental: $1000.00 USD Full Day Rental: $1000.00 USD Rental rates are based on room not length of utilized time. Food & beverage minimums apply and if met may waive room rental fees. F&B minimums are based on menu selections and number of attendees, and must meet or exceed 1.5 times the room rental fee or a prorated room rental fee will be assessed. | ||||||||||||
| (*A+B+C*) Hill Country Ballroom | 75 x 42 x 13 | 3150 | --/-- | -- | 162 | 72 | 48 | -- | --/-- | 200 | -- | -- |
Close This (*A+B+C*) Hill Country BallroomRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 3150 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 75 x 42 x 13 Ft. Floor Level: Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available Rental rates are based on room not length of utilized time. Food & beverage minimums apply and if met may waive room rental fees. F&B minimums are based on menu selections and number of attendees, and must meet or exceed 1.5 times the room rental fee or a prorated room rental fee will be assessed. | ||||||||||||
| A+B : Blanco + Driftwood | 49 x 42 x 13 | 2074 | --/-- | -- | 60 | 42 | 22 | 42 | --/-- | 120 | -- | -- |
Close This A+B : Blanco + DriftwoodRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 2074 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 49 x 42 x 13 Ft. Floor Level: Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available Rental rates are based on room not length of utilized time. Food & beverage minimums apply and if met may waive room rental fees. F&B minimums are based on menu selections and number of attendees, and must meet or exceed 1.5 times the room rental fee or a prorated room rental fee will be assessed. | ||||||||||||
| B+C : Driftwood + Wimberley | 49 x 42 x 13 | 2074 | --/-- | -- | 60 | 42 | 22 | 42 | --/-- | 120 | -- | -- |
Close This B+C : Driftwood + WimberleyRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 2074 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 49 x 42 x 13 Ft. Floor Level: Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available Rental rates are based on room not length of utilized time. Food & beverage minimums apply and if met may waive room rental fees. F&B minimums are based on menu selections and number of attendees, and must meet or exceed 1.5 times the room rental fee or a prorated room rental fee will be assessed. | ||||||||||||
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FAQs about Holiday Inn San Marcos Convention Center Area An Ihg Hotel
What time is check in?
Check in time is 03:00 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 12:00 PM 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 San Marcos Convention Center Area An Ihg Hotel have?
There are 108 sleeping rooms in the hotel.
Is there any meeting space at Holiday Inn San Marcos Convention Center Area An Ihg Hotel?
Yes, they have 8 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.
What kind of breakfast is at Holiday Inn San Marcos Convention Center Area An Ihg Hotel?
Served in the Spring's Bistro each morning via menu service, buffet on weekends, and average cost per entree is $10.00.
How much does internet cost?
Wi-Fi Internet is complimentary to all guests, and is available in each guest room, lobby, business center and public space as well as in the meeting rooms and ballroom.
Can I get a AAA rate at Holiday Inn San Marcos Convention Center Area 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 San Marcos Convention Center Area An Ihg Hotel?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.
Is there a gym at Holiday Inn San Marcos Convention Center Area An Ihg Hotel?
Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.
Is there a pool at Holiday Inn San Marcos Convention Center Area An Ihg Hotel?
Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Outdoor Pool9am-10pm daily.
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