The Best Western San Marcos is a new boutique hotel that offers comfort and convenience both to families and to our corporate guests. Located on Interstate 35, the Best Western San Marcos is less than 5 minutes from Southwest Texas State University, Prime Outlet and Tanger Outlet Malls. We are conveniently located to the entire Austin-San Antonio corridor. The Best Western San Marcos is just 15 minutes from Schlitterbahn, the nations number one water park. We are only 2 miles from Rio Vista Park, where you can rent a tube or kayak to float the San Marcos River. Our clean, Director's Award winning, well-appointed guest rooms provide a comfortable and restful night's sleep. After a cup of coffee in your room, head on down for our complimentary, expanded continental breakfast, served from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Now you're ready for a day of shopping at the Outlets (please wear comfortable shoes), a day of antique hunting in historic downtown San Marcos (or Gruene, Texas, just 15 minutes away) or a water-filled day of fun at Schlitterbahn, the San Marcos River or the nearby Guadalupe River in New Braunfels (please use sunscreen). After your fun-filled day, have a leisurely dinner at one of the nearby restaurants. Our knowledgeable staff can direct you to a variety of restaurants, depending on your taste. Later, our outdoor pool is a relaxing haven on our warm Texas evenings. Life moves at a leisurely pace in San Marcos. Even though we are convenient to Austin and San Antonio, we don't have the hassles of the big cities. Come enjoy yourself in San Marcos and let the Best Western San Marcos be your host. San Marcos Municipal Airport 4 miles.