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A La Quinta Inn & Suites building with a modern design, large windows, and a prominent sign.

1. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waco Downtown - Baylor

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waco Downtown - Baylor
3.0 star property
Brazos, 5.1 km from Heart of Texas
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,777 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
James
The price is ￥13,927
￥16,336 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waco Downtown - Baylor
A hotel entrance with a covered waiting area, a bench, and a clear sign indicating a 10-foot clearance.

2. Home2 Suites by Hilton Waco

Home2 Suites by Hilton Waco
3.0 star property
Cesar Chavez, 4.7 km from Heart of Texas
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Older but clean"
United States
Larry
The price is ￥16,155
￥18,951 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Home2 Suites by Hilton Waco
A modern bar area with seating, a bar counter, and a fireplace.

3. Aloft by Marriott Waco Downtown

Aloft by Marriott Waco Downtown
3.0 star property
Brazos, 5 km from Heart of Texas
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Barbara
The price is ￥12,761
￥14,967 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Aloft by Marriott Waco Downtown
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window.

4. Comfort Suites Waco Near University Area

Comfort Suites Waco Near University Area
2.5 star property
Alta Vista, 5.1 km from Heart of Texas
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"The staff was very helpful and the our room and the hotel was very clean. Very pleased with our stay."
United States
Deanna V
The price is ￥12,132
￥13,951 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Comfort Suites Waco Near University Area
An outdoor seating area with modern furniture, a bar visible through glass partitions, and a ceiling fan.

5. AC Hotel By Marriott Waco Downtown

AC Hotel By Marriott Waco Downtown
4.0 star property
Brazos, 5 km from Heart of Texas
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (701 reviews)
"Loved our stay here"
United States
Sydney
The price is ￥19,549
￥23,051 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
AC Hotel By Marriott Waco Downtown
A conference room with a large table, yellow chairs, a central vase, and a painting of a building.

6. Hyatt Place Waco

Hyatt Place Waco
3.0 star property
Kendrick, 4.9 km from Heart of Texas
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,362 reviews)
"Great go to when visiting Waco. Great value, nice place to relax and get work done. Hot and strong showers. Breakfast had lots of options."
United States
William G.
The price is ￥11,416
￥13,391 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hyatt Place Waco
A fire pit with chairs around it, a covered seating area, and a building in the background.

7. Courtyard by Marriott Waco

Courtyard by Marriott Waco
3.0 star property
Brazos, 5.4 km from Heart of Texas
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay really enjoyed this hotel."
United States
Clayton
The price is ￥19,980
￥23,798 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Courtyard by Marriott Waco
A modern hotel building with a prominent 'Hilton' sign, a well-lit entrance, and a landscaped area with trees.

8. Hilton Waco

Hilton Waco
3.5 star property
Brazos, 5.4 km from Heart of Texas
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Always enjoy our stay at Hilton Waco - love that they decorate for Baylor festivities!"
United States
Kelly
The price is ￥19,513
￥23,591 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hilton Waco
A wooden pergola with a table and chairs underneath.

9. Springhill Suites by Marriott Waco Woodway

Springhill Suites by Marriott Waco Woodway
3.0 star property
Woodway, 4.7 km from Heart of Texas
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Extremely clean and comfortable! My kids loved the aquarium in the lobby. Lots of great breakfast options!"
United States
Kathryn
The price is ￥16,173
￥18,599 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Springhill Suites by Marriott Waco Woodway
A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a bar, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

10. Element by Marriott Waco

Element by Marriott Waco
3.0 star property
Alta Vista, 5.3 km from Heart of Texas
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (317 reviews)
"Perfect hotel love"
United States
Axel
The price is ￥19,980
￥23,437 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Element by Marriott Waco
A modern breakfast area with a buffet, a coffee machine, and a refrigerated display of dairy products.

11. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Woodway - Waco South

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Woodway - Waco South
3.0 star property
Woodway, 3.7 km from Heart of Texas
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Nice room in a good location with an above average breakfast."
United States
Kenneth
The price is ￥14,087
￥16,200 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 9 - Dec 10
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Woodway - Waco South
An outdoor patio area with multiple tables and chairs, a central fire feature, and a building with stone facade and windows.

12. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waco South by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waco South by IHG
2.5 star property
Kendrick, 5.8 km from Heart of Texas
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Breakfast was fantastic, rooms are excellent, staff was awesome"
United States
Sherry
The price is ￥15,811
￥18,545 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waco South by IHG
A modern lounge area with seating, tables, and hanging chairs.

13. Tru By Hilton Waco South, TX

Tru By Hilton Waco South, TX
2.5 star property
Kendrick, 5.1 km from Heart of Texas
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Leslie
The price is ￥13,085
￥15,348 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Tru By Hilton Waco South, TX
A modern building with a large glass facade, a parking lot with several cars, and a sign reading 'CAMBRIA'.

14. Cambria Hotel Waco Univ Riverfront

Cambria Hotel Waco Univ Riverfront
3.0 star property
5.8 km from Heart of Texas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (667 reviews)
"It was a very clean and nice stay."
United States
Xjiani
The price is ￥19,980
￥25,033 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Cambria Hotel Waco Univ Riverfront
A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a view of the outdoors.

15. Hotel Indigo WACO - BAYLOR by IHG

Hotel Indigo WACO - BAYLOR by IHG
3.5 star property
Brazos, 5.6 km from Heart of Texas
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel perfectly situated in the heart of Waco"
United States
Andrew
The price is ￥19,964
￥25,015 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hotel Indigo WACO - BAYLOR by IHG
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a glass coffee table, a star-patterned floor, and a staircase.

16. Quality Inn & Suites, Near University

Quality Inn & Suites, Near University
2.5 star property
Kendrick, 4.4 km from Heart of Texas
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"The room and bedding were clean and comfortable."
United States
Greg
The price is ￥10,057
￥11,565 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Quality Inn & Suites, Near University
An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a view of the interior dining area.

17. Residence Inn by Marriott Waco South

Residence Inn by Marriott Waco South
3.0 star property
Kendrick, 5.1 km from Heart of Texas
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (523 reviews)
"Clean spacious rooms. Great living room with couch. Kitchen was nice size with a big refrigerator. Also loved the spacious bathroom with walk in shower. Very pleased with this property."
United States
Kristina
The price is ￥19,804
￥23,230 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Residence Inn by Marriott Waco South
A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large window with patterned curtains.

18. Comfort Suites Waco North - Near University Area

Comfort Suites Waco North - Near University Area
2.5 star property
Carver, 8.3 km from Heart of Texas
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,760 reviews)
"The staff was extremely good, room was large and comfortable, pool beautiful and relaxing"
United States
Cynthia
The price is ￥11,212
￥14,106 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Comfort Suites Waco North - Near University Area
A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, multiple floors, and a clear sky.

19. Springhill Suites by Marriott Waco

Springhill Suites by Marriott Waco
3.5 star property
Brazos, 5.8 km from Heart of Texas
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (945 reviews)
"Good breakfast"
United States
Denise
The price is ￥18,130
￥21,265 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Springhill Suites by Marriott Waco
A modern lounge area with teal chairs, a fireplace, and a stone accent wall.

20. Fairfield Inn & Suites Waco South

Fairfield Inn & Suites Waco South
3.0 star property
Woodway, 3.5 km from Heart of Texas
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (917 reviews)
"Staff were friendly and helpful."
United States
Susan
The price is ￥14,214
￥16,346 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
Fairfield Inn & Suites Waco South
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Compare popular hotels in Heart of Texas

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A La Quinta Inn & Suites building with a modern design, large windows, and a prominent sign.
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waco Downtown - Baylor
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,777 reviews
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A modern bar area with seating, a bar counter, and a fireplace.
Aloft by Marriott Waco Downtown
3.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,001 reviews
View
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window.
Comfort Suites Waco Near University Area
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,006 reviews
View
A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a view of the kitchen in the background.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waco Downtown by IHG
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
447 reviews
View
A modern building with a large glass facade, a parking lot with several cars, and a sign reading 'CAMBRIA'.
Cambria Hotel Waco Univ Riverfront
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
667 reviews
View

Where to stay in Heart of Texas

Find the best Heart of Texas areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A nighttime view of McLane Stadium with its distinctive blue lighting and a bridge in the foreground.
Photo by James Castillo
Open Photo by James Castillo

Brazos

While visiting Brazos, you might make a stop by sights like Magnolia Market at the Silos and Dr. Pepper Museum.

A large body of water with a small island surrounded by greenery.

Woodway

Woodway is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Carleen Bright Arboretum, a top place to visit in the area.

A river flowing through a green landscape with dense trees on both sides.

Bellmead

Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Bellmead. You might consider a stop by Marlin Branch while you're exploring the neighborhood.

A river with a bridge, a large building, and a stadium.

Baylor

While visiting Baylor, you might make a stop by sights like Ferrell Center and Texas Ranger Hall of Fame.

An aerial view of a city with a river, bridges, and various buildings.

Cesar Chavez

When in Cesar Chavez, you can plan a visit to Magnolia Market at the Silos and Dr. Pepper Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Top Heart of Texas Hotel Reviews

Comfort Suites Waco North - Near University Area

Comfort Suites Waco North - Near University Area

10/10 Excellent
"Room was clean and quiet. Staff was very friendly. Will definitely stay there again!"
Mary 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Comfort Suites Waco North - Near University Area

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What's it like in Heart of Texas?
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What are the top things to see and do in Heart of Texas?
Bowlero Waco, Lake Waco, and Cameron Park Zoo are just a few of the places to visit in and around Heart of Texas. When you're sightseeing around the area, Magnolia Market at the Silos and Dr. Pepper Museum are a couple of other sights to visit.