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 hotel room with a bed, a desk, a sofa, a TV, and a patterned carpet.

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

A modern living room with a fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, a blue sofa, and a dining table with chairs.

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

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

2. Comfort Suites Waco Near University Area

Alta Vista, 9.3 km from Lake Waco

Galaedriel

SAR 336

SAR 387 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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

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

A modern reception desk with a blue wall and geometric decor.

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

3. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waco Downtown by IHG

9.7 km from Lake Waco

Stephanie

SAR 360

SAR 438 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

A hotel room with a white door, a desk with a chair, a TV, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a shelf above the mirror.

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

4. Candlewood Suites Waco by IHG

Alta Vista, 9.5 km from Lake Waco

Jack

SAR 267

SAR 319 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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.

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

A large indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, tiled flooring, and a seating area with chairs.

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

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.

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

6. 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

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

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

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

A spacious living room with large windows, a modern chandelier, and a comfortable seating area.

7. Cambria Hotel Waco Univ Riverfront

9.5 km from Lake Waco

Rosalia

SAR 470

SAR 588 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious living room with a sofa set, wooden coffee table, and a ceiling fan.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, a ceiling fan, and a bathroom visible through an archway.

A vending machine area with a Pepsi advertisement, a refrigerator, and a water dispenser.

A living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

8. Super 8 by Wyndham Waco/Mall area TX

5.6 km from Lake Waco

Janice

SAR 230

SAR 264 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a wall with framed pictures.

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

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.

9. 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 modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating areas, and a dining space.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a lamp.

A hotel entrance with a covered waiting area, a bench, and a clear sign indicating a 10-foot clearance.

A hotel pool area with a pool, chairs, and a pool lift.

10. Home2 Suites by Hilton Waco

Cesar Chavez, 8.9 km from Lake Waco

Mary

SAR 380

SAR 445 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed with a headboard, a desk with a chair, and a television.

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a seating area with sofas and a patterned rug, a reception desk, and a large wall mural.

A modern living room with a large TV, comfortable seating, and a fireplace.

A modern breakfast area with a buffet, a coffee machine, and a refrigerated display of dairy products.

11. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Woodway - Waco South

Woodway, 5.5 km from Lake Waco

Emmanuel

SAR 335

SAR 385 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A modern office space with a desk, computer, and two potted plants.

12. Comfort Suites Waco North - Near University Area

Carver, 11.4 km from Lake Waco

Bobbie-Jo

SAR 264

SAR 332 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

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

A modern hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered patio area.

13. EVEN Hotel Waco - University Area by IHG

9.5 km from Lake Waco

Martin

SAR 435

SAR 529 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A conference room with a large table, yellow chairs, a central vase, and a painting of a building.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a buffet counter with various food items.

A modern bar area with seating, a bar counter, and a large screen.

A modern hotel lobby with a large conference table, comfortable seating, a television, and a decorative wall with framed pictures.

14. Hyatt Place Waco

Kendrick, 8.2 km from Lake Waco

Angelique

SAR 267

SAR 313 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and string lights.

A pool table in a room with a mural depicting Waco, Texas.

A modern lounge area with seating, tables, and hanging chairs.

A modern breakfast area with a counter displaying various food items and a seating area with stools and a couch.

15. Tru By Hilton Waco South, TX

Kendrick, 8.5 km from Lake Waco

Leslie

SAR 332

SAR 389 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, a mirror, and a bathroom with a shower and toilet.

A compact hotel kitchenette with a microwave, coffee maker, sink, and a desk with a chair.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area with modern appliances, and a large window providing natural light.

A guest laundry area with two washing machines and a sign detailing usage instructions.

16. Sleep Inn & Suites Hewitt - South Waco

11.5 km from Lake Waco

Sandy

SAR 251

SAR 289 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A spacious, modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, bar area, and seating for guests.

An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and a view of a building in the background.

A modern restaurant with a central counter, seating area, and a view of the outdoors.

A kitchen counter with a blender, a cutting board with fruit, a bowl of strawberries, and a potted plant.

17. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Waco Northeast

Lacy-Lakeview, 12.7 km from Lake Waco

David

SAR 481

SAR 553 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A spacious lobby with a round seating area, a reception desk, and a view of the outside through large windows.

A patio area with outdoor seating, a grill station, and a sign for Homewood Suites by Hilton.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a dining area with a patterned tablecloth, and a hallway with a carpeted floor.

A hotel pool area with lounge chairs, a pergola, and a sign for Homewood Suites Hilton.

18. Homewood Suites by Hilton Waco

Kendrick, 9 km from Lake Waco

Thomas

SAR 444

SAR 520 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A snack bar with a chalkboard menu, a chilled beverage fridge, and a coffee station.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A spacious lobby with a stone wall, a flat-screen TV, comfortable seating, and a coffee table.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent Hilton Garden Inn sign, a parking lot with several vehicles, and outdoor umbrellas.

19. Hilton Garden Inn Waco

Kendrick, 9.2 km from Lake Waco

Shelley

SAR 412

SAR 483 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 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.

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.

A modern restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, large windows offering a view of the outdoors, and pendant lighting.

20. 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

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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 1,758 reviews	View
Comfort Suites Waco Near University Area	9.2 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waco Downtown by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 421 reviews	View
Candlewood Suites Waco by IHG	9.0 Wonderful 961 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Waco Northwest by IHG	8.8 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View

Top Lake Waco Hotel Reviews

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."

Private Pickleball Court! Lovely 2 Bedroom Home - Minutes to Everything

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay"

A perfect home for your vacation!

10/10 Excellent

"It was perfect for what we needed. Everything was as described."

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 Near University Area

3. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waco Downtown by IHG

4. Candlewood Suites Waco by IHG

5. Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Waco Northwest by IHG

6. Quality Inn & Suites, Near University

7. Cambria Hotel Waco Univ Riverfront

8. Super 8 by Wyndham Waco/Mall area TX

9. Everhome Suites Waco by Choice Hotels

10. Home2 Suites by Hilton Waco

11. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Woodway - Waco South

12. Comfort Suites Waco North - Near University Area

13. EVEN Hotel Waco - University Area by IHG

14. Hyatt Place Waco

15. Tru By Hilton Waco South, TX

16. Sleep Inn & Suites Hewitt - South Waco

17. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Waco Northeast

18. Homewood Suites by Hilton Waco

19. Hilton Garden Inn Waco

20. Element by Marriott Waco

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Top Lake Waco Hotel Reviews

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

Private Pickleball Court! Lovely 2 Bedroom Home - Minutes to Everything

A perfect home for your vacation!

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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Sadie's 5 Star Retreat For Your Waco Stay