The Best Hotels Closest to Lake Waco in Waco for 2026

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A La Quinta Inn & Suites building with a modern design, large windows, and a prominent sign.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a rack of medicine balls.

A pool area with a hot tub, outdoor seating, and a view of the surrounding area.

A modern kitchen with a long counter, built-in waffle maker, and a refrigerator with a beverage dispenser.

1. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waco Downtown - Baylor

Brazos, 9.2 km from Lake Waco

Kristina

SAR 300

SAR 352 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large window with patterned curtains.

A spacious lobby with a dining area, sofas, a TV, and a bar.

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating, and a television screen.

A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a bed, and a TV.

2. Comfort Suites Waco North - Near University Area

Carver, 11.4 km from Lake Waco

Bobbie-Jo

SAR 264

SAR 332 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A Holiday Inn & Suites entrance sign with a clear view of the building's exterior.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, glass doors leading outside, and a large plant.

A gym with various exercise equipment, including treadmills and weight machines, and a rack of dumbbells.

A hotel room with a desk, two red bar stools, a large mirror, a bed with a headboard, a small table with a lamp, and a hallway leading to another room.

3. Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Waco Northwest by IHG

Bellmead, 13.1 km from Lake Waco

Todd

SAR 270

SAR 311 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel room with a desk, two beds, a sofa, a small table, a chair, and a large window.

A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, multiple floors, and a clear sky.

A swimming pool with blue lighting, surrounded by chairs and umbrellas, with a cityscape in the background.

A modern reception desk with a wooden counter and a sloped design.

4. Springhill Suites by Marriott Waco

Brazos, 9.7 km from Lake Waco

John and Tammy

SAR 444

SAR 521 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A reception area with a reception desk, a wall-mounted computer, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a shelf with snacks.

A modern kitchen with a self-serve breakfast station, including yogurt, cereal, and milk dispensers.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a view of the kitchen in the background.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring a large entrance and a covered parking area.

5. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waco Downtown by IHG

9.7 km from Lake Waco

Stephanie

SAR 361

SAR 438 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a patterned carpet.

A reception area with a counter, a framed picture on the wall, and a doormat with a message.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a coffee station, and a view through the glass doors.

A swimming pool area with lounge chairs and a poolside bar, surrounded by a building with large windows and a brick facade.

6. Hampton Inn Waco

Bellmead, 12.4 km from Lake Waco

Cheryl

SAR 303

SAR 351 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor seating area with modern furniture, a bar visible through glass partitions, and a ceiling fan.

A modern dining area with round tables and orange chairs, large windows offering views of a building and a pool.

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a well-stocked shelf with bottles.

7. AC Hotel By Marriott Waco Downtown

Brazos, 8.9 km from Lake Waco

Felicia

SAR 460

SAR 542 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a central island, and a dining area with a chair.

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

A living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table, a kitchen with modern appliances, and a framed picture on the wall.

A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a round table, and a seating arrangement.

8. Candlewood Suites Waco by IHG

Alta Vista, 9.5 km from Lake Waco

Karen

SAR 267

SAR 319 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a grand piano, marble flooring, and elegant chandeliers.

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a pool, and modern buildings in the background.

A spacious living area with a large TV, comfortable seating, and a piano.

A modern hotel exterior with a covered outdoor seating area, large windows, and a clean, contemporary design.

9. Cambria Hotel Waco Univ Riverfront

9.5 km from Lake Waco

Rosalia

SAR 470

SAR 589 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a glass coffee table, a star-patterned floor, and a staircase.

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a pool ladder, and white lounge chairs around the pool area.

A hotel lobby with a dining area, a kitchen, and a coffee station.

A gym with cardio machines, weight training equipment, and a mirrored wall.

10. Quality Inn & Suites, Near University

Kendrick, 8.1 km from Lake Waco

Adron

SAR 289

SAR 332 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and tables, a brick building with a yellow door, and a tree in the background.

A modern interior with a wooden floor, a white shelving unit with towels, a staircase, and a grey sofa.

A wooden deck with a pool, surrounded by trees and a building with a green roof.

A building with a brick exterior, large windows, and outdoor seating with wooden benches and potted plants.

11. 1700 South 2nd

Baylor, 10.6 km from Lake Waco

Marissa

SAR 504

SAR 805 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window.

A Comfort Suites hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a clear sky.

A hotel room with a bed, a blue sofa, a wooden table, and a lamp. There are three framed pictures on the wall.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a blue sofa, and a seating area with armchairs and a small table.

12. Comfort Suites Waco Near University Area

Alta Vista, 9.3 km from Lake Waco

Galaedriel

SAR 337

SAR 387 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, and a dining area in the background.

A modern restaurant with a clean, open layout, featuring a mix of seating arrangements and a prominent 'EVEN KITCHEN & BAR' sign.

A modern hotel exterior with a covered outdoor seating area, large windows, and a brick facade.

A modern lounge area with seating, a bar, and a view of the city.

13. EVEN Hotel Waco - University Area by IHG

9.5 km from Lake Waco

Martin

SAR 436

SAR 530 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel reception desk with a modern design, a large chandelier, and a sign that reads "Hotel Sindigo".

A modern hotel lobby with a dining area, a bar, and a television screen.

A hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a TV, and a large painting of a sunset.

A hotel entrance with a blue doormat reading "hotel INDIGO."

14. Hotel Indigo WACO - BAYLOR by IHG

Brazos, 9.5 km from Lake Waco

Sylvia

SAR 454

SAR 571 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern living room with a grey sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. A bar area with shelves of bottles and glasses is visible in the background.

An outdoor patio with a fire feature, wicker furniture, and a dining area.

A modern building with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a clear blue sky.

A spacious living area with modern furniture, a large window, and decorative lighting.

15. Element by Marriott Waco

Alta Vista, 9.5 km from Lake Waco

Axel

SAR 428

SAR 502 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a central bar area, seating, and a motivational wall.

A modern dining area with a long counter, wooden chairs, and pendant lighting.

An outdoor patio area with a round table and chairs, a sofa, and two umbrellas.

A modern living room with a stone wall, a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with chairs and tables.

16. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Waco North

Lacy-Lakeview, 12.2 km from Lake Waco

Destinee

SAR 297

SAR 341 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel exterior with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and string lights.

A spacious living area with a large teal sofa, wooden dining table, and chairs. There are framed pictures on the walls and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel building with a sign reading "Everhome Suites." It features a large parking lot and a stone facade.

A modern hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a stone facade.

17. Everhome Suites Waco by Choice Hotels

Kendrick, 9.2 km from Lake Waco

Jesus

SAR 361

SAR 423 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A bar area with multiple taps labeled with different types of alcohol, shelves stocked with bottles, and a neon sign reading 'WXYZ'.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and free weights.

A modern living room with a large flat-screen TV, a sectional sofa with colorful cushions, and patterned wallpaper.

18. Aloft by Marriott Waco Downtown

Brazos, 9.1 km from Lake Waco

Sheri

SAR 300

SAR 352 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a view of the interior dining area.

A modern dining area with a large wooden table, multiple seating options, and pendant lighting.

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a stone wall with a wooden cityscape artwork, a reception desk, and a wooden floor.

A spacious lobby with a stone accent wall, a flat-screen TV, and modern seating arrangements.

19. Residence Inn by Marriott Waco South

Kendrick, 8.6 km from Lake Waco

Jacqueline

SAR 412

SAR 483 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A fire pit with chairs around it, a covered seating area, and a building in the background.

A modern kitchen with a bar area, built-in appliances, and a flat-screen TV.

A modern bar area with a marble countertop, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a covered entrance, landscaped gardens, and a sunset sky.

20. Courtyard by Marriott Waco

Brazos, 9.1 km from Lake Waco

Lauren

SAR 444

SAR 529 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Waco

Property	Property class	Guest rating
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waco Downtown - Baylor	9.4 Exceptional 1,761 reviews	View
Comfort Suites Waco North - Near University Area	8.6 Excellent 1,709 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Waco Northwest by IHG	8.8 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View
Springhill Suites by Marriott Waco	9.2 Wonderful 932 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waco Downtown by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 422 reviews	View

Top Lake Waco Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Woodway - Waco South

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay at the hotel was wonderful, the jacuzzi tub was a perfect end to a long week! We would definitely stay again!"

Springhill Suites by Marriott Waco Woodway

10/10 Excellent

"Extremely clean and comfortable! My kids loved the aquarium in the lobby. Lots of great breakfast options!"

NEW! Game Day+ Group Trip + Cowboy Pool + 2 Kings + Sleeps 12

10/10 Excellent

"The property is great - the only issue is I did not read closely enough - the pool is not really a swimming pool but a water trough - it is cute but not really an amenity we were able to use. The rest was great and close to Waco pd so no issues. Overall - would definitely stay here again"

Fairfield Inn & Suites Waco South

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were friendly and helpful."

Sadie's 5 Star Retreat For Your Waco Stay

10/10 Excellent

"Great house and great host!"

Extended Stay America Suites Waco Woodway

10/10 Excellent

"I really enjoyed my stay the staff was very nice the air was so cold just the way I like it"

Magnolia Market - 4 Miles away

10/10 Excellent

"From the front porch, through all the rooms and to the back porch, this property exudes warmth and care. It was very clean, had all the supplies we needed. It was cozy and welcoming. We sort of didn't want to leave as we were all so relaxed! We are trying to think of a reason that we need to visit Waco again . . . soon . . . but only if this property is available!"

Barkley House

10/10 Excellent

"This was the perfect place for my husband and I for the wknd. Very clean and very comfortable."

15 mins to Silos & Baylor | family home w/hot tub + yard

10/10 Excellent

"Comfortable and cozy. We used this as a base to explore Waco, Dallas and even a day in San Antonio. With the heat outside we were unable to use the patio or hot tub but it is as pictured."

Other attractions near Lake Waco

An archaeological site with exposed skeletal remains and artifacts.

Waco Mammoth National Monument

8.8/10 (557 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Waco Mammoth National Monument in Waco. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Two elephants in a fenced enclosure with a forested background.

Cameron Park Zoo

9.0/10 (617 reviews)

Why not visit the native and exotic animals who live at Cameron Park Zoo during your trip to Waco? You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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A large, beige, arched bridge structure with a metal framework.

Brazos Park East

8.8/10 (92 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Brazos Park East, a lovely green space in Waco. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Extraco Events Center

8.0/10 (340 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at Extraco Events Center during your trip to Waco. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Carleen Bright Arboretum

8.0/10 (24 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Carleen Bright Arboretum during your trip to Waco. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Waco Regional Tennis and Fitness Center

Catch an event at Waco Regional Tennis and Fitness Center during your trip to Waco. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Riverbend Park Ballfields

Explore the great outdoors at Riverbend Park Ballfields, a lovely green space in Waco. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Hawaiian Falls

7.8/10 (165 reviews)

Enjoy a fun-filled day at Hawaiian Falls during your visit to Waco. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Waco?

Lake Waco is located in Waco. Travelers love the area for its array of dining options, sporting events, and major shopping area. You'll find 189 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay close to Lake Waco?

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Woodway - Waco South is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Lake Waco. Other good options within a few miles include Extended Stay America Suites Waco Woodway and Fairfield Inn & Suites Waco South.

How many hotels are there close to Lake Waco?

Expedia has 189 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Lake Waco.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Waco, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals close to Lake Waco.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Lake Waco?

For more information about changing or cancelling your stay near Lake Waco, click here.

What can I see and do near Lake Waco?

Local parks like Cameron Park Zoo, Carleen Bright Arboretum, and Riverbend Park Ballfields are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air. Create some family memories at Hawaiian Falls and Waco Mammoth National Monument. Bowlero Waco, Waco Regional Tennis and Fitness Center, or Bosqueville Football Stadium are some local sights worth checking out.

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Our top choices for Lake Waco hotels

1. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waco Downtown - Baylor

2. Comfort Suites Waco North - Near University Area

3. Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Waco Northwest by IHG

4. Springhill Suites by Marriott Waco

5. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waco Downtown by IHG

6. Hampton Inn Waco

7. AC Hotel By Marriott Waco Downtown

8. Candlewood Suites Waco by IHG

9. Cambria Hotel Waco Univ Riverfront

10. Quality Inn & Suites, Near University

11. 1700 South 2nd

12. Comfort Suites Waco Near University Area

13. EVEN Hotel Waco - University Area by IHG

14. Hotel Indigo WACO - BAYLOR by IHG

15. Element by Marriott Waco

16. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Waco North

17. Everhome Suites Waco by Choice Hotels

18. Aloft by Marriott Waco Downtown

19. Residence Inn by Marriott Waco South

20. Courtyard by Marriott Waco

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Top Lake Waco Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Woodway - Waco South

Springhill Suites by Marriott Waco Woodway

NEW! Game Day+ Group Trip + Cowboy Pool + 2 Kings + Sleeps 12

Fairfield Inn & Suites Waco South

Sadie's 5 *Star* Retreat For Your Waco Stay

Extended Stay America Suites Waco Woodway

Magnolia Market - 4 Miles away

Barkley House

15 mins to Silos & Baylor | family home w/hot tub + yard

Other attractions near Lake Waco

Waco Mammoth National Monument

Cameron Park Zoo

Brazos Park East

Extraco Events Center

Carleen Bright Arboretum

Waco Regional Tennis and Fitness Center

Riverbend Park Ballfields

Hawaiian Falls

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