Motel 6 San Marcos, TX

2.0 star property

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Combined shower/bathtub, towels, soap, toilet paper
Vending machine
Front of property
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, free WiFi
Lobby

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room

Explore the area

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1321 North I-35, San Marcos, TX, 78666
  • Place, Texas State University
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Bobcat Stadium
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, San Marcos River
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

1 Full Bed | ADA/RI Shower

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

2 Full Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

1 Full Bed | ADA/Tub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Motel 6 San Marcos, TX

Coffee/tea in a common area, a seasonal outdoor pool and laundry facilities are available at this smoke-free motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff assistance and a vending machine are on-site.
Motel 6 San Marcos, TX offers 126 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature blackout curtains. 40-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

This San Marcos motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal outdoor pool.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Motel 6 San Marcos, TX. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Texas State University. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus laundry facilities.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Free self-parking and Motorhome/coach/lorry parking
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
  • Amenities include laundry facilities, multilingual staff and a vending machine
  • 9 minutes by foot from Texas State University and a 3-minute drive from San Marcos River
  • Cats and dogs welcome free of charge
As a guest of Motel 6 San Marcos, TX, you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, a vending machine, and multilingual staff. WiFi is free in public spaces. Motel 6 San Marcos, TX also features coffee/tea in common area, laundry facilities, and pool umbrellas. Free self parking is available.

This San Marcos motel is smoke free.


Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 8 accessible parking spaces
  • Handrails in stairways (76 centimetre high)
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Lever door handles
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1980
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Dining table

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 20.00
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 55.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property allows guests 18 or over to check in with valid military ID.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 10 September to 18 April:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in fee: USD 20.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 55.00 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in April and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Up to 3 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

6 San Marcos
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San Marcos Motel 6
Motel Six San Marcos
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Motel 6 San Marcos, TX Reviews

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 308 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 166 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 148 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 129 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 253 out of 1004 reviews

5.8/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

5.2/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Tomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff is always friendly and I can always count on cold air conditioning and hot water in the shower for a very affordable rate
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a cheap hotel but everything works and is clean. 4th stay here on job trips. Can't really complain for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Yes clean and very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was nice, room was great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean and comfortable bed nice climate and very relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Things are great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Randy

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room not cleaned the entire 5 days I stayed!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cheap but ok stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome staff very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Negassi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I stayed there with my daughter on Thursday night for a concert in Austin. Motel 6 had great staff and very clean rooms. Will definitely stay there again. Thank u Motel 6.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

JJ

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely affordable, surprisingly nice inside. Not the cleanest bathroom or most enthusiastic staff, but all around would go again for the great price.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

John

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room was dirty and no linens
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room looks spotless and spacious. The AC Unit works well.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was a nice stay, walking distance from the river and heb
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great staff very friendly and rooms are clean
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Leketa

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel had no blankets, you are limited towels, wasn't the best customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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4/10 Poor

Todd

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No fridge, no microwave. I was there 9 days. They never changed towels, sheets etc. I guess the old saying is true You get what you pay for.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Jose

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
It was 32 degrees outside heater in hotel hardly worked an saw a few roaches
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very good and they rooms are clean
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Dean

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Gross ass place. Bulldoze it
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Dean

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room itself is what you would expect. Parking lot and breezeways are filthy. Property fits the price of the room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Brittney

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rooms were filthy, rusted, and not cleaned well. There was hair everywhere, dirty toilet seat, thin spring mattress on a literal slate, cheap bedding, small beds and pillows.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Yes
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025