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Our top choices for Purgatory Creek Natural Area hotels

A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a large window, a television, a dining table, and a bookshelf.

1. The Downtown Abbey

The Downtown Abbey
2.0 star property
Heritage, 2.5 km from Purgatory Creek Natural Area
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (57 reviews)
"Unique historical 120 year old church that has been renovated into 3 units. Excellent location. On-site parking. More like Airbnb than hotel."
United States
Debbie
The price is ₩116,732
₩222,993 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
The Downtown Abbey
A buffet setup with various food items and utensils.

2. Hampton Inn & Suites San Marcos

Hampton Inn & Suites San Marcos
2.5 star property
2.8 km from Purgatory Creek Natural Area
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"It met my needs."
United States
Kyle
The price is ₩121,852
₩140,129 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Hampton Inn & Suites San Marcos
A hotel entrance with a green sign, a parking lot, and landscaping.

3. Wingate by Wyndham San Marcos

Wingate by Wyndham San Marcos
3.0 star property
2.8 km from Purgatory Creek Natural Area
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Great breakfast, location nearby restaurants. Travel for business, was great stay."
United States
douglas
The price is ₩114,889
₩132,123 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Wingate by Wyndham San Marcos
An outdoor patio with a brick wall, a covered seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a grill station.

4. Homewood Suites by Hilton San Marcos

Homewood Suites by Hilton San Marcos
3.0 star property
2.2 km from Purgatory Creek Natural Area
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Angel
The price is ₩133,457
₩153,476 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Homewood Suites by Hilton San Marcos
A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel entrance with a covered driveway and illuminated signage.

5. Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG

Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG
2.5 star property
2.8 km from Purgatory Creek Natural Area
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"The breakfast and coffee was delicious"
United States
Jessica
The price is ₩161,104
₩192,095 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG
A cozy living room with a fireplace, two armchairs, a sofa, and a coffee table.

6. The Crystal River Inn

The Crystal River Inn
3.0 star property
2.6 km from Purgatory Creek Natural Area
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (279 reviews)
"Very charming inn, clean and well appointed. Walkable to eaters and bars. Close to downtown shopping and a market too!"
United States
Christina
The price is ₩189,980
₩218,477 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
The Crystal River Inn
A Holiday Inn hotel with a pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit entrance.

7. Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG

Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG
3.0 star property
1.7 km from Purgatory Creek Natural Area
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice hotel."
United States
Patric
The price is ₩140,625
₩169,911 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG
A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a pathway leading to the entrance, and a view of the mountains in the background.

8. Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG

Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG
2.5 star property
1.6 km from Purgatory Creek Natural Area
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable beds."
United States
Richard
The price is ₩147,451
₩176,394 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG
A hotel with a modern facade, a prominent entrance with a curved roof, and a parking lot with marked spaces.

9. Comfort Suites Near Texas State University

Comfort Suites Near Texas State University
2.5 star property
2.8 km from Purgatory Creek Natural Area
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Loved our room and breakfast"
United States
celes
The price is ₩95,693
₩110,047 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Comfort Suites Near Texas State University
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, a lamp, and a bathroom visible through an archway.

10. Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area

Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area
2.0 star property
2.7 km from Purgatory Creek Natural Area
4.6 out of 10, (674 reviews)
"Disgusting, unlivable"
United States
Ashvath
The price is ₩63,814
₩73,386 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Econo Lodge San Marcos University Area
A reception desk with a stone wall background, two monitors, and a sign reading "Comfort Inn & Suites".

11. Comfort Inn & Suites San Marcos near Outlet Mall

Comfort Inn & Suites San Marcos near Outlet Mall
2.5 star property
2.5 km from Purgatory Creek Natural Area
6.8 out of 10, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean room, good breakfast and near to everything."
United States
Ana Maria
The price is ₩87,160
₩100,234 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Comfort Inn & Suites San Marcos near Outlet Mall
A stone courtyard with a staircase leading to a building with a balcony.

12. Gruene River Hotel & Retreat

Gruene River Hotel & Retreat
3.5 star property
19.8 km from Purgatory Creek Natural Area
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (292 reviews)
"Right on the water, walkable to everything, breakfast was amazing!"
United States
Sandy
The price is ₩327,669
₩377,671 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Gruene River Hotel & Retreat
A group of people sitting around a campfire in a circular arrangement with Adirondack chairs. In the background, there is a trailer with the sign "Melrose River Club" and a building with string lights.

13. Melrose River Club

Melrose River Club
4.0 star property
7.6 km from Purgatory Creek Natural Area
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (175 reviews)
"Always a great stay. I’ve been staying here since"
United States
Tiffany
The price is ₩221,228
₩275,460 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Melrose River Club
A wooden deck with a hot tub and a table and chairs, overlooking a scenic landscape with a sunset.

14. Onera Wimberley

Onera Wimberley
4.0 star property
18.2 km from Purgatory Creek Natural Area
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (129 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay will be back"
United States
Ashlei
The price is ₩397,934
₩472,462 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Onera Wimberley
A rustic outdoor setting with a sign for 'Gruene Cottages' and a welcoming sign.

15. Luckenbach Gruene Cottages

Luckenbach Gruene Cottages
2.0 star property
18.8 km from Purgatory Creek Natural Area
The price is ₩238,188
₩488,227 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Luckenbach Gruene Cottages
A rustic outdoor setting with a sign for 'Gruene Cottages' and a welcoming sign.

16. Lavender - Gruene Cottages

Lavender - Gruene Cottages
2.0 star property
18.8 km from Purgatory Creek Natural Area
The price is ₩238,188
₩465,086 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Lavender - Gruene Cottages
A hotel with a large building, a reflection in the water, and boats.

17. Western 1924 Luxury Lofts

Western 1924 Luxury Lofts
5.0 star property
12.3 km from Purgatory Creek Natural Area
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (24 reviews)
"The place looked just like the pictures and was adorable. It was clean and a great place to stay. We would definitely stay again. "
United States
Anonymous traveler
The price is ₩156,586
₩369,789 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Western 1924 Luxury Lofts
A Hampton Inn hotel with a modern facade, a clear entrance, and a neon sign.

18. Hampton Inn Kyle

Hampton Inn Kyle
2.5 star property
18.7 km from Purgatory Creek Natural Area
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (908 reviews)
"Overall great stay - clean, affordable and staff were great!"
United States
Gerald
The price is ₩133,239
₩151,052 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Hampton Inn Kyle
A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, white bedding, bedside lamps, and a chair.

19. Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Austin - Kyle

Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Austin - Kyle
2.5 star property
19.1 km from Purgatory Creek Natural Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (282 reviews)
"Excelente hotel!"
United States
maria
The price is ₩108,117
₩124,323 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Austin - Kyle
A spacious lobby with a blue sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned carpet.

20. Comfort Suites Kyle

Comfort Suites Kyle
2.5 star property
18.6 km from Purgatory Creek Natural Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place for price—-breakfast is ok—-"
United States
Bryan
The price is ₩100,977
₩114,103 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Comfort Suites Kyle
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Compare popular hotels close to Purgatory Creek Natural Area

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a large window, a television, a dining table, and a bookshelf.
The Downtown Abbey
2.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
57 reviews
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A buffet setup with various food items and utensils.
Hampton Inn & Suites San Marcos
2.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,006 reviews
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A hotel entrance with a green sign, a parking lot, and landscaping.
Wingate by Wyndham San Marcos
3.0 star property
8.4
Very good
1,004 reviews
View
An outdoor patio with a brick wall, a covered seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a grill station.
Homewood Suites by Hilton San Marcos
3.0 star property
8.4
Very good
1,001 reviews
View
A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel entrance with a covered driveway and illuminated signage.
Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Marcos South by IHG
2.5 star property
8.4
Very good
1,001 reviews
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Other attractions near Purgatory Creek Natural Area

Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park

8.2/10 (346 reviews)
Enjoy a fun-filled day at Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park during your trip to San Marcos. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.
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Top Purgatory Creek Natural Area Hotel Reviews

A hotel with a large building, a reflection in the water, and boats.
Western 1924 Luxury Lofts

Western 1924 Luxury Lofts

Western 1924 Luxury Lofts
Martindale

10/10 Excellent

Very modern and comfortable unit. Kept plenty cool. Open and airy. Only drawback was the 2nd shower water could not be routed to the shower head from the tub spigot.
United States
Timothy
Reviewed April 4, 2026
Western 1924 Luxury Lofts

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Purgatory Creek Natural Area?

Purgatory Creek Natural Area is located in San Marcos. Travelers love the area for its beautiful river views, array of dining options, and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 6 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Purgatory Creek Natural Area?

Candlewood Suites San Marcos by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers an outdoor pool and free parking. It's located just a short 1 mi (1.6 km) from Purgatory Creek Natural Area. Other good options within a few miles include Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center and Holiday Inn San Marcos-Convention CTR Area by IHG.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Purgatory Creek Natural Area?

Expedia has 6 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Purgatory Creek Natural Area.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Purgatory Creek Natural Area, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Purgatory Creek Natural Area.

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What can I see and do near Purgatory Creek Natural Area?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Calaboose African American History Museum and Charles S. Cock House Museum. You can wander around Ramon Lucio Park, John J. Stokes Sr. San Marcos River Park, or San Marcos City Park if you want a dose of fresh air. Bring the family to Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park, San Marcos Discovery Center, and Meadows Center for Water and the Environment while you're checking out the area near Purgatory Creek Natural Area.