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Our top choices for Aquarena Springs Museum hotels

A multi-level hotel lobby with a central atrium, multiple dining areas, and a pool.

1. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center
3.5 star property
2.1 km from Aquarena Springs Museum
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,388 reviews)
"Very clean and relaxing stay"
United States
Christopher
The price is ￥20,315
￥23,592 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center
A buffet setup with various food items and utensils.

2. Hampton Inn & Suites San Marcos

Hampton Inn & Suites San Marcos
2.5 star property
2.6 km from Aquarena Springs Museum
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"The hotel was pretty close to everything, the property was clean and the breakfast was great."
United States
Joseph
The price is ￥14,390
￥16,548 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Hampton Inn & Suites San Marcos
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a large window, a television, a dining table, and a bookshelf.

3. The Downtown Abbey

The Downtown Abbey
2.0 star property
Heritage, 3.2 km from Aquarena Springs Museum
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (59 reviews)
"Unique historical 120 year old church that has been renovated into 3 units. Excellent location. On-site parking. More like Airbnb than hotel."
United States
Debbie
The price is ￥11,607
￥23,729 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
The Downtown Abbey
An outdoor patio with a brick wall, a covered seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a grill station.

4. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Marcos

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Marcos
3.0 star property
1 km from Aquarena Springs Museum
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Angel
The price is ￥15,612
￥17,954 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Homewood Suites by Hilton San Marcos
A hotel entrance with a green sign, a parking lot, and landscaping.

5. Wingate by Wyndham San Marcos

Wingate by Wyndham San Marcos
3.0 star property
2.6 km from Aquarena Springs Museum
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great breakfast, location nearby restaurants. Travel for business, was great stay."
United States
douglas
The price is ￥13,440
￥15,455 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Wingate by Wyndham San Marcos
A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel entrance with a covered driveway and illuminated signage.

6. Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG

Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG
2.5 star property
1.9 km from Aquarena Springs Museum
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay room was clean hot tub excellent breakfast was great.. Will definitely be back.."
United States
MaryJane
The price is ￥18,367
￥21,921 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG
A Holiday Inn hotel with a pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit entrance.

7. Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG

Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG
3.0 star property
0.9 km from Aquarena Springs Museum
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"great location!"
United States
Alexa
The price is ￥16,450
￥19,875 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG
A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a pathway leading to the entrance, and a view of the mountains in the background.

8. Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG

Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG
2.5 star property
0.5 km from Aquarena Springs Museum
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"It was fine for my overnight stay.. I appreciated the full kitchen and supplies"
United States
Tameka
The price is ￥15,476
￥18,597 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG
A hotel with a modern facade, a prominent entrance with a curved roof, and a parking lot with marked spaces.

9. Comfort Suites Near Texas State University

Comfort Suites Near Texas State University
2.5 star property
2.6 km from Aquarena Springs Museum
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Loved our room and breakfast"
United States
celes
The price is ￥11,406
￥13,117 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Comfort Suites Near Texas State University
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, a lamp, and a bathroom visible through an archway.

10. Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area

Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area
2.0 star property
2.7 km from Aquarena Springs Museum
4.6 out of 10, (674 reviews)
"Disgusting, unlivable"
United States
Ashvath
The price is ￥7,465
￥8,585 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area
A reception desk with a stone wall background, two monitors, and a sign reading "Comfort Inn & Suites".

11. Comfort Inn & Suites San Marcos near Outlet Mall

Comfort Inn & Suites San Marcos near Outlet Mall
2.5 star property
1 km from Aquarena Springs Museum
6.8 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room, good breakfast and near to everything."
United States
Ana Maria
The price is ￥11,020
￥12,673 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Comfort Inn & Suites San Marcos near Outlet Mall
A hotel with a large building, a reflection in the water, and boats.

12. Western 1924 Luxury Lofts

Western 1924 Luxury Lofts
5.0 star property
11.3 km from Aquarena Springs Museum
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (24 reviews)
"The place looked just like the pictures and was adorable. It was clean and a great place to stay. We would definitely stay again. "
United States
Anonymous traveler
The price is ￥17,401
￥42,222 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Western 1924 Luxury Lofts
A group of people sitting around a campfire in a circular arrangement with Adirondack chairs. In the background, there is a trailer with the sign "Melrose River Club" and a building with string lights.

13. Melrose River Club

Melrose River Club
4.0 star property
7 km from Aquarena Springs Museum
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (179 reviews)
"Always a great stay. I’ve been staying here since"
United States
Tiffany
The price is ￥25,879
￥32,222 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Melrose River Club
A modern kitchen with a long wooden table, bar stools, a built-in TV, and a brick accent wall.

14. Residence Inn by Marriott San Marcos

Residence Inn by Marriott San Marcos
3.0 star property
4.5 km from Aquarena Springs Museum
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (594 reviews)
"Very clean and comfortable"
United States
Tammy
The price is ￥17,824
￥20,498 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Residence Inn by Marriott San Marcos
A poolside area with wooden deck and white lounge chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a scenic view of distant hills.

15. The Bygone Hotel

The Bygone Hotel
3.0 star property
17.3 km from Aquarena Springs Museum
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (242 reviews)
"We enjoyed our relaxing stay. The hotel amenities were delightful."
United States
Jackie
The price is ￥18,782
￥21,224 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
The Bygone Hotel
A hotel named La Quinta with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a modern building facade.

16. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Mall

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Mall
3.0 star property
4 km from Aquarena Springs Museum
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,797 reviews)
"Pleasant stay."
United States
Kevin
The price is ￥14,933
￥17,173 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Mall
A Hampton Inn hotel with a modern facade, a clear entrance, and a neon sign.

17. Hampton Inn Kyle

Hampton Inn Kyle
2.5 star property
19.5 km from Aquarena Springs Museum
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (908 reviews)
"Overall great stay - clean, affordable and staff were great!"
United States
Gerald
The price is ￥14,275
￥16,185 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hampton Inn Kyle
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, yellow chairs, and a striped sofa.

18. Home2 Suites By Hilton New Braunfels

Home2 Suites By Hilton New Braunfels
3.0 star property
18.6 km from Aquarena Springs Museum
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (410 reviews)
"Super clean room, nice and cold when I arrived. Super friendly staff. Plenty of parking"
United States
George
The price is ￥16,239
￥18,717 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Home2 Suites By Hilton New Braunfels
A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, white bedding, bedside lamps, and a chair.

19. Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Austin - Kyle

Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Austin - Kyle
2.5 star property
19.9 km from Aquarena Springs Museum
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (286 reviews)
"Great place to stay especially if you are staying for a longer stay and need a kitchen"
United States
Chanel
The price is ￥12,935
￥14,875 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Austin - Kyle
A spacious lobby with a blue sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned carpet.

20. Comfort Suites Kyle

Comfort Suites Kyle
2.5 star property
19.5 km from Aquarena Springs Museum
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Very nice stay slept well"
United States
Steven
The price is ￥12,055
￥13,621 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Comfort Suites Kyle
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Compare popular hotels close to Aquarena Springs Museum

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A multi-level hotel lobby with a central atrium, multiple dining areas, and a pool.
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center
3.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,388 reviews
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A buffet setup with various food items and utensils.
Hampton Inn & Suites San Marcos
2.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,001 reviews
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A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a large window, a television, a dining table, and a bookshelf.
The Downtown Abbey
2.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
59 reviews
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An outdoor patio with a brick wall, a covered seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a grill station.
Homewood Suites by Hilton San Marcos
3.0 star property
8.4
Very good
1,000 reviews
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A hotel entrance with a green sign, a parking lot, and landscaping.
Wingate by Wyndham San Marcos
3.0 star property
8.4
Very good
1,002 reviews
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Other attractions near Aquarena Springs Museum

Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park

8.2/10 (346 reviews)
Enjoy a fun-filled day at Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park during your trip to San Marcos. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.
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Top Aquarena Springs Museum Hotel Reviews

A hotel with a large building, a reflection in the water, and boats.
Western 1924 Luxury Lofts

Western 1924 Luxury Lofts

Western 1924 Luxury Lofts
Martindale

10/10 Excellent

Very modern and comfortable unit. Kept plenty cool. Open and airy. Only drawback was the 2nd shower water could not be routed to the shower head from the tub spigot.
United States
Timothy
Reviewed April 4, 2026
Western 1924 Luxury Lofts

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Aquarena Springs Museum?

Aquarena Springs Museum is located in a welcoming area of San Marcos known for its beautiful river views and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 24 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Aquarena Springs Museum?

Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers an outdoor pool and free parking. It's located just a short 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Aquarena Springs Museum. Other good choices close by include Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG and Comfort Inn & Suites San Marcos near Outlet Mall.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Aquarena Springs Museum?

Expedia has 24 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Aquarena Springs Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Aquarena Springs Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals near Aquarena Springs Museum.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Aquarena Springs Museum?

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What can I see and do near Aquarena Springs Museum?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Calaboose African American History Museum and Charles S. Cock House Museum. Spend some time wandering around John J. Stokes Sr. San Marcos River Park, Ramon Lucio Park, and San Marcos City Park. Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park, San Marcos Discovery Center, and Meadows Center for Water and the Environment are fun stops for the whole family while you're in town.