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Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Aquarena Springs Museum

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Located in the heart of San Marcos, this welcoming hotel offers practical amenities for extended stays. Guests can stock up at the on-site grocery store, enjoy arcade games, or unwind on the terrace. The property features in-room WiFi, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is AU$173
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov

Room options

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Pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Suite, 1 Bedroom

7.2 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed (Full Kitchen)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Studio Suite (Subject to Availability)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Full Kitchen)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed (Full Kitchen)

Pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed (Full Kitchen)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Full Kitchen)

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Full Kitchen)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed (Full Kitchen)

Pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed (Full Kitchen)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed (Full Kitchen)

Pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed (Full Kitchen)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Full Kitchen)

Pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Full Kitchen)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed (Full Kitchen)

Pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed (Full Kitchen)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed (Full Kitchen)

Pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed (Full Kitchen)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom

Pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Full Kitchen)

Pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Full Kitchen)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
600 Wonder World Dr, San Marcos, TX, 78666

What's nearby

  • Seton Heart Institute - WellMed San Marcos - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Aquarena Springs Museum - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Purgatory Creek Natural Area - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • San Marcos Premium Outlets - 3 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Dunbar Park - 4 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 6 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG

Hotel near San Marcos River
Located close to Aquarena Springs Museum and Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park, Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG provides a corner/local shop, a terrace and an arcade/games room. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a 24-hour gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • 1 meeting room, a front desk safe and barbecues
  • ATM/banking services, a TV in reception and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews give good marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 80 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and recycling

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23 Nov - 24 Nov
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 850 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2012
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Rooftop garden

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per day (maximum USD 150 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Up to 27 kg per pet

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 14 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Service fee: USD 5 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per day (maximum USD150 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from January to January
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Candlewood San Marcos
Candlewood Suites Hotel San Marcos
Candlewood Suites San Marcos
San Marcos Candlewood Suites
San Marcos Suites
Suites San Marcos
Candlewood Suites San Marcos Hotel
Candlewood Suites cos Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG?

As of 17 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG on 23 Nov 2025 start from AU$165.33, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG allows pets with a maximum weight of up to 27 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG located?

Situated in the business district, this hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Aquarena Springs Museum, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park and John J. Stokes Sr. San Marcos River Park. San Marcos River and Rio Vista Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 406 out of 908 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 228 out of 908 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 908 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 72 out of 908 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 87 out of 908 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love it there, plan to be back soon
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Landon

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rudd staff rooms were gross
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel! Fantastic location!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was near multiple establishments, and in a really good area…
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Freat
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elianna

Great room for a great price
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emelda

No breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excelente
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Anita

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was terrible! The elevators didn’t work, card keys worked sometimes on the doors, grass out front was tall as my car, people hanging out in the parking lot, and the staff wasn’t the best. We opted to leave
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Pamela

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There is only 1 elevator. It has been out off & on for several months. Room we booked was not available. After much discussion with Expedia they moved us to a much better place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was fine and staff was great. Room was good size & clean. It’s just very much in an industrial area and by a railroad.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Never again.

Its move in week at TXST! 1 person at front desk, took 30 mins to check in. Our room smelled like fried fish, killed 2 roaches during our stay. Carpet is torn and horrible. The whole place is run down and not clean. Will not stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

San Juana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was very good the only thing was that the elevator did not work so we had to walk up and down the stairs (4th floor)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

jay k

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
convenient
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and the property was clean. Room rates competitive!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Ronald

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
👍
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is so accommodating and friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Will Be Back Again

Very nice & comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The elevator went out as soon as we checked in and was out the entire stay.. wouldn’t have been bad except we had a room on the third floor..
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jacqueline

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location convenient
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sergio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect and peaceful!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Nyasha

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property looked nothing like the pictures on Expedia. Especially the gym. The room was smelly and the towels were dirty when we arrived
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Christian

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Everything was broken

The elevators were broken. They gave us the 4th floor room. The whole hotel smelled like mildew. Tiles in the bathroom were broken. Coffee machine broken. The stairwell was also warm. We were only offered a snack for the inconvenience. And it was too late to get a full refund to go anywhere else.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025