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Howard Johnson by Wyndham San Marcos

2.0 star property

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Miscellaneous
Lobby
Free daily on-the-go breakfast
Seasonal outdoor pool

Reviews

5.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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1601 I-H 35 North, San Marcos, TX, 78666
  • Place, Texas State University
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Bobcat Stadium
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Meadows Center for Water and the Environment
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

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

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

King Room - Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

King Room - Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Disability Access/Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Howard Johnson by Wyndham San Marcos

Along with coffee/tea in a common area, this motel has a microwave in a common area and a seasonal outdoor pool. Free on-the-go breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, concierge services, a 24-hour front desk and express check-in are on-site. Change of towels is available on request
Howard Johnson by Wyndham San Marcos offers 40 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. LCD televisions come with digital channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided.

This San Marcos motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Hairdryers, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal outdoor pool.
During your stay at Howard Johnson by Wyndham San Marcos, you'll be within walking distance of Texas State University. Enjoy features like free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.
  • Free on-the-go breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a vending machine, coffee/tea in a common area and TV in a common area
  • 10 minutes by foot from Texas State University and a 2-minute drive from Meadows Center for Water and the Environment
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A seasonal outdoor pool, a vending machine, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at the business-friendly Howard Johnson by Wyndham San Marcos. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

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

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

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

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
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Local culture and ecosystem education

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 17 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10 per night.
  • 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 50.00 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.

  • Pet fee: USD 17 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10 per night

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham)
Masks are required at the property for guests who have not received COVID-19 vaccination
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • Children aged 11 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

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Howard Johnson by Wyndham San Marcos Reviews

Reviews

5.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 197 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 173 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 176 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 189 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 270 out of 1005 reviews

5.6/10

Cleanliness

6.2/10

Staff & service

5.4/10

Amenities

5.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and kind. Very nice facilities!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Front desk was very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was very friendly the room was good
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Adalberto

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff n roommates very resoectful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome service, clean rooms helpful staff A wonderful experience!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Room was clean and
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Breakfast was quite minimal. The parking was safe
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fun
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Samuel

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Doors had holes in them room was terrible sheet dirty
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mauricio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Quite
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Jose

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Good property and great location..
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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6/10 Okay

Steffanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The outside of the hotel needs maintenance, leafs to be blown, the outside lights were shut down to early I couldn’t see a thing by 6am. Breakfast could have been better displayed and more options. Receptionist was great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Outside seemed out dated, but inside was OK. The complimentary breakfast was great. Check in and out was easy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Armando

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
i like the location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alexis

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

San Marcos Honeycation

Room was clean, shower was hot, bed and pillow were super comfy and ac was cold!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Priscilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The tub and sink didn’t drain properly and the tub faucet was hanging on by a thread. All rooms need to be checked and fixed accordingly
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Decent budget accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are great. My only complaint about my room is my microwave didnt work. And by no fault of the hotel its noisy from the highway. But in your room its not. Tvs are great and the beds are awesome and the people running it are cool
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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4/10 Poor

Yolanda

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Didn't get breakfast lobby was too small
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

JENNIFER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy in and out, friendly, clean room with all the updates, spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room with clean and polite staff and Breakfast was good!!.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024