The Best Hotels Closest to Rio Vista Park in San Marcos for 2026

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A modern building with a sign reading "LIVAWAY SUITES" and a covered entrance area.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in dishwasher, and a stainless steel sink.

A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, and a separate bathroom.

A modern living room with a brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, a white armchair, and a large abstract painting on the wall. There is a grey storage unit with lockers and a floor lamp.

1. LivAway Suites Austin San Marcos

2.2 km from Rio Vista Park

Tammy

￥11,227

￥12,911 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A spacious lobby with a brown sofa, blue armchair, and a round coffee table with a decorative bowl.

A hotel reception area with a counter, self-service coffee machines, a bowl of fruit, and a sign indicating the swimming pool is closed.

A hotel room with two beds, a television, and a desk.

A well-lit gas station with multiple cars parked, a clear sky, and a building with a covered area.

2. Best Western San Marcos

Rio Vista, 0.9 km from Rio Vista Park

Miranda

￥13,502

￥15,528 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A cozy living room with a fireplace, two armchairs, a sofa, and a coffee table.

A two-story house with a front porch, columns, and a sign indicating a restaurant.

A couple embracing under a lit archway in a garden setting with a fountain and lush greenery.

A cozy cafe interior with brick walls, wooden furniture, and a large window with plants.

3. The Crystal River Inn

1.2 km from Rio Vista Park

Matt

￥20,654

￥23,752 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area with shelves of bottles, and hanging light fixtures.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A modern hotel lobby with a wooden reception desk, a television, comfortable seating, and a fireplace.

A bartender pouring a drink into a glass.

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

2.7 km from Rio Vista Park

Samantha

￥16,580

￥20,013 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A hotel with a swimming pool, a covered area, and a sign indicating pool rules.

A modern lounge area with leather sofas, a round table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel with a central entrance, multiple parking spaces, and a view of the surrounding area at dusk.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a microwave, a refrigerator, and a kitchen area.

5. Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG

3.1 km from Rio Vista Park

Richard

￥16,422

￥19,675 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A spacious lobby with marble flooring, large columns, and a red patterned carpet.

A lobby with patterned chairs, a round table, and a large window.

A hotel entrance with a brick facade, numbered 1611, and a covered entrance area.

A dining area with tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and large windows with a view.

6. Quality Inn University near Downtown

2.7 km from Rio Vista Park

Tarynn

￥9,395

￥10,805 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a wall-mounted phone.

A clean, well-lit indoor area with vending machines, seating, and a view through a glass door.

A building with a blue entrance marked '6' and a 'Welcome' sign above the door.

A hotel room with a television mounted on the wall, a small kitchenette, a window with a view of the street, and a heater on the floor.

7. Motel 6 San Marcos, TX

2 km from Rio Vista Park

Jose

￥8,677

￥9,980 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a phone, and a painting of a forest on the wall.

A building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a number '1005' on the facade.

A living room with a brown leather couch, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a coffee station with Folgers coffee and creamers, a water dispenser, and a potted plant with purple flowers.

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and umbrellas.

8. Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

Rio Vista, 0.9 km from Rio Vista Park

Jadelyn

￥9,395

￥10,804 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A restaurant with large windows, wooden tables, and chairs with blue cushions.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large wall mural.

A swimming pool with white lounge chairs and a lifeguard stand.

A Super 8 motel with a blue roof, large windows, and a flagpole with an American flag.

9. Super 8 by Wyndham San Marcos

2.2 km from Rio Vista Park

￥8,461

￥9,730 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A reception area with a check-in counter, chairs, a small table, and a window with a view.

A multi-story building with a grey exterior, numbered 921, featuring a central entrance with glass doors, a parking sign, and a wheelchair accessibility sign.

A Classic Inn hotel with a white pickup truck parked in the lot, a blue and yellow handicapped parking sign, and a building with a number 921 sign.

Vending machines with Coca-Cola and Pepsi, a refrigerator, and a small white appliance in a room with tiled flooring.

10. Classic Inn San Marcos, TX

Rio Vista, 0.9 km from Rio Vista Park

￥11,021

￥13,225 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a TV, and a bathroom with a mirror and lights.

A kitchen with a dining table, chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and various kitchen appliances and items on the counter.

A hotel room with a sofa, a TV on a wooden console, a microwave, and a bathroom with a mirror and lights.

A motel with a sign reading "WHITE ROCK INN" and a row of single-story buildings with balconies.

11. White Rock Inn

Rio Vista, 0.6 km from Rio Vista Park

EMILIA

￥8,384

￥9,642 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a television, and a microwave.

A lobby with a leather sofa, a glass coffee table, a wooden reception desk, and a staircase.

A kitchen with orange cabinets, a coffee machine, and a clock on the wall.

A spacious lobby with a dining area, a leather sofa, and a glass coffee table.

12. Howard Johnson by Wyndham San Marcos

2.6 km from Rio Vista Park

starla

￥9,474

￥10,895 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and framed pictures on the wall.

A room with a mounted flat-screen TV, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a window with a view of buildings outside.

A motel with a covered parking area and a row of rooms with red awnings.

A reception area with a marble counter, potted plants, and a mirror.

13. San Marcos Inn

2.5 km from Rio Vista Park

Blas

￥7,537

￥9,030 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, a lamp, and a bathroom visible through an archway.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a sofa, a coffee table, and a large window providing a view of the outside.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a red wall, a clock, and various appliances including a coffee maker and a toaster.

A swimming pool with a brick border, a covered area with a roof, and a building with multiple balconies and windows.

14. Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area

1 km from Rio Vista Park

John

￥8,249

￥9,485 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, chair, and a small desk with a chair.

A building facade with a white door, two windows, and a balcony.

A small, clean room with a flat-screen TV, two windows with blinds, a table with four chairs, and a kitchenette area with a stove and refrigerator.

A room with a brown leather sofa, a TV mounted on the wall, and a small table with four chairs.

15. Motel 6 San Marcos, TX - North

3 km from Rio Vista Park

￥8,992

￥10,341 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A reception area with a marble counter, a security camera, and various decorative items.

A kitchen with a built-in microwave, a window with a view of the outside, a small refrigerator, and a potted plant on the counter.

A kitchen with a window, a refrigerator, a sink, a stove, and a potted plant.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a small table.

16. Executive Inn & Suites San Marcos, TX

1 km from Rio Vista Park

Isai

￥8,549

￥10,173 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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.

Two people in white bathrobes sitting on a bed, holding glasses of a beverage.

An outdoor dining area with a long table set for a meal, surrounded by trees and natural light.

A living room with a mounted buffalo head, two wooden chairs with cushions, a fireplace, and a large plant.

17. Melrose River Club

4.8 km from Rio Vista Park

Tiffany

￥28,640

￥35,095 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

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

A large hotel with multiple floors, a prominent 'E' on the building, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern bar area with a central island and bar stools, surrounded by seating and a high ceiling with recessed lighting.

A spacious hotel lobby with a long corridor, modern chandeliers, and seating areas.

18. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center

5.7 km from Rio Vista Park

Halona

￥21,882

￥25,410 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A hotel named La Quinta with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a modern building facade.

A modern reception area with a long counter, a coffee machine, and a beverage dispenser.

A La Quinta Inn & Suites building with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and signage.

A lobby with a mural of a street scene, a vending machine, and two blue reception desks.

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

7.6 km from Rio Vista Park

Irma

￥14,361

￥16,515 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel with a large building, a reflection in the water, and boats.

A modern kitchen with a large island, bar stools, and a view of the outdoors through a large window.

A metal staircase leading to an outdoor area with tables and chairs.

A modern kitchen with a marble countertop, stainless steel appliances, and a large window.

20. Western 1924 Luxury Lofts

9.7 km from Rio Vista Park

Anonymous traveler

￥15,937

￥40,312 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

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Compare popular hotels close to Rio Vista Park

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
LivAway Suites Austin San Marcos	8.6 Excellent 435 reviews	View
Best Western San Marcos	8.0 Very good 994 reviews	View
The Crystal River Inn	8.4 Very good 275 reviews	View
Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG	8.2 Very good 1,000 reviews	View
Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG	7.8 Good 1,000 reviews	View

Top Rio Vista Park Hotel Reviews

Red Roof Inn San Marcos

10/10 Excellent

"My stay was very pleasant. Breakfast should be updated a bit with more to choose from. Other than that not bad at all."

Hampton Inn & Suites San Marcos

10/10 Excellent

"Very satisfied with the facility and stafff"

White Rock Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome hotel"

The House on the River

10/10 Excellent

"This was exactly the peaceful retreat we were hoping for. We enjoyed watching the deer frolic through the backyard, swimming in refreshing river and watching the occasional paddle boarder or tuber go by from the lounge chairs provided. We’ll be back."

Stay in the heart of San Marcos! Walking distance to the river!

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and close to everything"

SanMarcos River Retreat|Modern|Spacious|Sleeps 12!

10/10 Excellent

"Nice property and well maintained. Very easy check in/out and responsive host!Pictures are accurate. Tv in all four bedrooms. Showers in all 4 baths. Be careful stepping out of soaking tub, base of tub is higher than the floor. Well equipped kitchen."

Other attractions near Rio Vista Park

Ramon Lucio Park

8.0/10 (1 review)

Ramon Lucio Park is just one of the places to see in San Marcos, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the area's shops or amble around its riverfront.

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San Marcos Discovery Center

Enjoy an outing to San Marcos Discovery Center during your stay in San Marcos. Stroll along the area's riverfront, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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Charles S. Cock House Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Charles S. Cock House Museum during your travels in San Marcos. Visit the area's shops or amble around its riverfront.

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Cheatham Street Warehouse

After visiting Cheatham Street Warehouse, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Marcos. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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San Marcos Plaza Park

After visiting San Marcos Plaza Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Marcos. Visit the area's shops or amble around its riverfront.

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The Marc

The Marc is just one of the places to see in San Marcos, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

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Texas Music Theater

8.4/10 (6 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at Texas Music Theater during your stay in San Marcos. Visit the area's shops or amble around its riverfront.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Rio Vista Park?

Rio Vista Park 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 60 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Rio Vista Park?

Red Roof Inn San Marcos 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 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Rio Vista Park. Other good options within a short distance include Wingate by Wyndham San Marcos and Comfort Suites Near Texas State University.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Rio Vista Park?

Expedia has 60 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Rio Vista Park.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Rio Vista Park, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer near Rio Vista Park.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Rio Vista Park?

To find more details about updating your stay near Rio Vista Park or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Rio Vista Park?

Charles S. Cock House Museum, Calaboose African American History Museum, and Commemorative Air Force Exhibit feature captivating exhibits. Spend some time wandering around John J. Stokes Sr. San Marcos River Park, Ramon Lucio Park, and San Marcos City Park. You'll have countless hours of family fun at San Marcos Discovery Center, Meadows Center for Water and the Environment, and Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park.

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Our top choices for Rio Vista Park hotels

1. LivAway Suites Austin San Marcos

2. Best Western San Marcos

3. The Crystal River Inn

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

5. Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG

6. Quality Inn University near Downtown

7. Motel 6 San Marcos, TX

8. Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos

9. Super 8 by Wyndham San Marcos

10. Classic Inn San Marcos, TX

11. White Rock Inn

12. Howard Johnson by Wyndham San Marcos

13. San Marcos Inn

14. Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area

15. Motel 6 San Marcos, TX - North

16. Executive Inn & Suites San Marcos, TX

17. Melrose River Club

18. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center

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

20. Western 1924 Luxury Lofts

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Top Rio Vista Park Hotel Reviews

Red Roof Inn San Marcos

Hampton Inn & Suites San Marcos

White Rock Inn

The House on the River

Stay in the heart of San Marcos! Walking distance to the river!

SanMarcos River Retreat|Modern|Spacious|Sleeps 12!

Other attractions near Rio Vista Park

Ramon Lucio Park

San Marcos Discovery Center

Charles S. Cock House Museum

Cheatham Street Warehouse

San Marcos Plaza Park

The Marc

Texas Music Theater

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