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

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

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

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a stone building with multiple windows, and a clear blue sky.

1. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center

2.1 km from Aquarena Springs Museum

Blake

₹12,320

₹14,307 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A buffet setup with various food items and utensils.

A spacious dining area with a large orange sofa, wooden tables, and chairs.

A hotel with a prominent entrance, a large American flag, and a 'Welcome' sign.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

2. Hampton Inn & Suites San Marcos

2.6 km from Aquarena Springs Museum

Jessica

₹8,058

₹9,267 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a large window, a television, a dining table, and a bookshelf.

A green building with a white door and arched windows, featuring a tower with a vent.

A spacious kitchen with wooden floors, a dining area with a bench, and a view through large windows.

A bedroom with a large bed, a dresser, and a chair. There are two windows with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a rug on the floor.

3. The Downtown Abbey

Heritage, 3.2 km from Aquarena Springs Museum

Jana

₹6,667

₹13,841 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

An outdoor patio with a brick wall, a covered seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a grill station.

A snack bar with refrigerated drinks, snack bins, and pantry shelves stocked with various food items.

A modern dining area with high tables, cushioned seating, and a view of the outdoors.

A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, a covered outdoor area, and a swimming pool.

4. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Marcos

1 km from Aquarena Springs Museum

Yadira

₹9,221

₹10,604 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A hotel entrance with a green sign, a parking lot, and landscaping.

A spacious hotel lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a dining area.

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

A gym with cardio machines, weight benches, and dumbbells.

5. Wingate by Wyndham San Marcos

2.6 km from Aquarena Springs Museum

Matthew

₹7,441

₹8,557 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a stone facade, large windows, and a covered entrance.

A lobby with a sofa, armchairs, a reception desk, and a map on the wall.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, multiple computer stations, and orange chairs.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

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

1.9 km from Aquarena Springs Museum

Amy

₹8,977

₹10,796 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

A bartender pouring a drink into a glass.

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

A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large chandelier.

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

0.9 km from Aquarena Springs Museum

Tracy

₹9,544

₹11,542 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

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

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a wooden accent wall, a seating area with sofas and chairs, a small table, and a reception desk.

A modern lounge area with leather sofas, a round wooden table, and grey armchairs.

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

8. Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG

0.5 km from Aquarena Springs Museum

Richard

₹8,882

₹10,687 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A hotel with a modern facade, a prominent entrance with a curved roof, and a parking lot with marked spaces.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and artwork on the walls.

A lobby with a blue sofa set, two armchairs, a small ottoman, and two wall-mounted lamps.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, a lamp, and framed pictures on the wall.

9. Comfort Suites Near Texas State University

2.6 km from Aquarena Springs Museum

celes

₹6,643

₹7,640 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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

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

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

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

10. Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area

2.7 km from Aquarena Springs Museum

John

₹8,834

₹10,159 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller sofa, a bedside table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

A reception desk with a stone wall background, two monitors, and a sign reading "Comfort Inn & Suites".

A modern hotel entrance with a covered walkway, numbered 1053, and a red "No Parking" sign.

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and tables, marked depth lines, and an exit sign.

11. Comfort Inn & Suites San Marcos near Outlet Mall

1 km from Aquarena Springs Museum

Ebelin

₹6,085

₹6,998 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A modern kitchen with a long wooden table, bar stools, a built-in TV, and a brick accent wall.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, white tiled backsplash, and glass shelves.

A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a television, and a dining table.

A grocery store interior with refrigerated beverage dispensers, snack shelves, and a sign reading "The Market".

12. Residence Inn by Marriott San Marcos

4.5 km from Aquarena Springs Museum

Heather

₹10,111

₹11,627 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

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

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.

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

4 km from Aquarena Springs Museum

Laura

₹8,594

₹9,883 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A Hampton Inn hotel with a modern facade, a clear entrance, and a neon sign.

A snack and treat display area with a 'Treats' sign, a 'Welcome to Kyle' sign, and a variety of snacks and beverages.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with two armchairs, a patterned rug, and a geometric wall art piece.

A hotel dining area with a long table, multiple chairs, and a bar area.

14. Hampton Inn Kyle

19.5 km from Aquarena Springs Museum

Gerald

₹8,947

₹10,143 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A poolside area with wooden deck and white lounge chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a scenic view of distant hills.

A compact room with a wooden desk, a small refrigerator, a bed, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A room with wooden paneling, a hat on the wall, a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area, and a mirror on the wall.

A modern building with a green metal roof, large windows, and a wooden deck.

15. The Bygone Hotel

17.3 km from Aquarena Springs Museum

Brenda

₹14,287

₹16,144 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

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

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

16. Best Western San Marcos

Rio Vista, 4.3 km from Aquarena Springs Museum

Francisco

₹8,080

₹9,292 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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

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

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

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a kitchen in the background.

17. Western 1924 Luxury Lofts

11.3 km from Aquarena Springs Museum

Anonymous traveller

₹9,970

₹24,614 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, white bedding, bedside lamps, and a chair.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a mirrored wall.

A modern hotel building with a flat roof, multiple windows, and a sign for Extended Stay America.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a trash bin, a coffee station with two coffee makers, and a decorative backsplash.

18. Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Austin - Kyle

19.9 km from Aquarena Springs Museum

Stacy

₹7,653

₹8,801 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A spacious lobby with a blue sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned carpet.

A Comfort Suites hotel with a brick facade, a covered entrance, and a clear sky.

A hotel room with a sectional sofa, a bed, a small table, and a mirror.

A modern hotel kitchen with a buffet setup, including a coffee machine, a refrigerator, and various food items on display.

19. Comfort Suites Kyle

19.5 km from Aquarena Springs Museum

Bryan

₹7,106

₹8,030 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A bar area with a long counter, multiple seating options, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A spacious hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the outside.

An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements, stone pillars, and a view of the building's exterior.

A Hilton Garden Inn with a modern architectural design, featuring a prominent entrance, stone pillars, and a well-maintained outdoor area with rocks and landscaping.

20. Hilton Garden Inn San Marcos

7.6 km from Aquarena Springs Museum

Garrett

₹9,221

₹10,604 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Aquarena Springs Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center	8.8 Excellent 1,314 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites San Marcos	8.6 Excellent 1,004 reviews	View
The Downtown Abbey	8.8 Excellent 51 reviews	View
Homewood Suites by Hilton San Marcos	8.4 Very good 1,002 reviews	View
Wingate by Wyndham San Marcos	8.4 Very good 1,007 reviews	View

Top Aquarena Springs Museum Hotel Reviews

Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome view of the lake. Friendly staff, Breakfast was satisfactory, typical breakfast fair. Walking distance to several shops and excellent restaurants"

Baymont Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Malls

10/10 Excellent

"bien"

Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Hot Tub was very refreshing"

Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Se mira que es nuevo y está muy limpio"

Comfort Suites Near Texas State University

10/10 Excellent

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The Crystal River Inn

10/10 Excellent

"This was a beautiful home to stay in. We felt like we were in a timeless chateau. The beauty and character of every detail in the decor in this home was breathtaking. The room was like staying in a palace and luxurious comfortable. We will definitely come back again when we are in town visiting our child in college."

The Downtown Abbey

10/10 Excellent

"We had a wonderful stay. the mosquitos on the patio in the back were horrible though. Also maybe better instructions given as a lady walked in to our room because she wasn’t sure where to go. (our fault for not having door locked) beautiful house"

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 visit to San Marcos. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.

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Purgatory Creek Natural Area

You can take time to visit Purgatory Creek Natural Area during your travels to San Marcos. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Dunbar Park

7.2/10 (9 reviews)

After visiting Dunbar Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Marcos. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.

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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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Witliff Collections

8.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Witliff Collections during your trip to San Marcos. Visit the area's shops or amble around its riverfront.

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Calaboose African American History Museum

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Calaboose African American History Museum during your trip to San Marcos. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.

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John J. Stokes Sr. San Marcos River Park

7.6/10 (68 reviews)

John J. Stokes Sr. San Marcos River Park is just one of the places to see in San Marcos, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.

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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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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 stunning river views and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 17 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's 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 traveller 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 should I expect to find close to Aquarena Springs Museum?

Expedia has 17 hotels and other accommodation options 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! Most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Aquarena Springs Museum.

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, San Marcos City Park and Dunbar 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.

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Our top choices for Aquarena Springs Museum hotels

1. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center

2. Hampton Inn & Suites San Marcos

3. The Downtown Abbey

4. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Marcos

5. Wingate by Wyndham San Marcos

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

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

8. Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG

9. Comfort Suites Near Texas State University

10. Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area

11. Comfort Inn & Suites San Marcos near Outlet Mall

12. Residence Inn by Marriott San Marcos

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

14. Hampton Inn Kyle

15. The Bygone Hotel

16. Best Western San Marcos

17. Western 1924 Luxury Lofts

18. Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Austin - Kyle

19. Comfort Suites Kyle

20. Hilton Garden Inn San Marcos

Compare popular hotels close to Aquarena Springs Museum

Top Aquarena Springs Museum Hotel Reviews

Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG

Baymont Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Malls

Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG

Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG

Comfort Suites Near Texas State University

The Crystal River Inn

The Downtown Abbey

Other attractions near Aquarena Springs Museum

Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park

Purgatory Creek Natural Area

Dunbar Park

Cheatham Street Warehouse

Witliff Collections

Calaboose African American History Museum

John J. Stokes Sr. San Marcos River Park

Ramon Lucio Park

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