Quality Inn University near Downtown

2.5 star property

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A spacious lobby with marble flooring, large columns, and a red patterned carpet.
A hotel entrance with a brick facade, numbered 1611, and a covered entrance area.
A lobby with patterned chairs, a round table, and a large window.
Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds
A dining area with tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and large windows with a view.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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1611 Ih 35 N, San Marcos, TX, 78666
  • Place, Texas State University
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, San Marcos River
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Bobcat Stadium
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

1 King Bed, Nonsmoking

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

1 King Bed, Nonsmoking, Accessible

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Ground Floor

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ground Floor

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Upper Floor)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(43 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Ground Floor

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Upper Floor)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(22 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

2 Queen Beds, Smoking

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

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About this property

Quality Inn University near Downtown

An outdoor pool, a business centre and a library are available at this hotel. Free full breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include express check-out, free newspapers and camper van/bus/lorry parking.
Quality Inn University near Downtown offers 54 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Fridges and microwaves are provided.

This San Marcos hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Quality Inn University near Downtown. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Texas State University. Features include free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.
  • Free full breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Free self-parking
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include free newspapers in reception, a front desk safe and a business centre
  • Guests speak favourably about the overall condition of the property and the clean guestrooms
  • 12 minutes by foot from Texas State University and a 3-minute drive from San Marcos River
Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. You'll find a business centre on site. Free breakfast is served daily. An outdoor pool, a library, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Quality Inn University near Downtown. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this San Marcos hotel.

Guests are served a free full breakfast daily from 6 AM to 9:30 AM.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

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 uncovered self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 7 AM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15 per stay.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15 per stay

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
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

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Children aged 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Travelodge Motel San Marcos
Travelodge San Marcos Hotel San Marcos
Quality Inn San Marcos
Quality San Marcos
Quality University Near Marcos
Quality Inn University near Downtown Hotel
Quality Inn University near Downtown San Marcos
Quality Inn University near Downtown Hotel San Marcos

Quality Inn University near Downtown Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 277 out of 827 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 256 out of 827 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 144 out of 827 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 78 out of 827 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 72 out of 827 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fatima

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, air conditioning, easy parking and close to downtown
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was an exceptional value. Price was very reasonable and the room was quite comfortable. The breakfast served in the morning was very good and my stay was quiet and conveniently located. I will stay at this hotel again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was Clean, Staff was friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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4/10 Poor

Aixel

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is old, but the staff is really nice and rooms are clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed here because it was close to an event I was going to. Room was very clean. Staff was very friendly. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is a hidden gem. Very clean and staff is amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darryl Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Staff was great and very friendly. I’d stay here again. Room was okay, just a little out dated.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Will definitely stay here again when traveling to San Marcos.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean, the bed comfy and staff was pleasant and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property is old but clean. Needs to be updated but for a quick overnight stay on the way to your destination it works.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Eliana

Liked: Cleanliness
Rooms were clean and staff was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gregorio

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very welcomeing and nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The I’m as clean, staff was friendly and breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Marlene

Liked: Staff & service
Everything was okay. Property is in big need of updating and repairs.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s Nice place
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Diana

Disliked: Cleanliness
Bathroom had mold. Breakfast was ok. Check in staff was somewhat rude but I checked in late- maybe I woke her up. Okay place for one night
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The parking lot was large and had many spots. The property is located on the freeway, but locating the rooms on the side of the property did a decent job of reducing the traffic noise. The A/C blew cold.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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8/10 Good

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

sue

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The staff was very friendly and helpful. The room and breakfast area were both clean and inviting
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great overnight
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the breakfast and the friendly staff I always enjoy my stay here Thank you 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025