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

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

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waco Downtown - Baylor
3.0 star property
Brazos, 5.1 km from Heart of Texas
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,777 reviews)
"Clean room, laundry facilities, breakfast was delicious and the staff was very friendly"
United States
Richard M
The price is Rp1.431.936
Rp1.679.660 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waco Downtown - Baylor
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating areas, and a dining space.

2. Home2 Suites by Hilton Waco

Home2 Suites by Hilton Waco
3.0 star property
Cesar Chavez, 4.7 km from Heart of Texas
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"The room was clean and close to everything"
United States
Mary
The price is Rp1.828.792
Rp2.145.172 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Home2 Suites by Hilton Waco
Pool

3. AC Hotel By Marriott Waco Downtown

AC Hotel By Marriott Waco Downtown
4.0 star property
Brazos, 5 km from Heart of Texas
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (692 reviews)
"So close to Baylor and many fun restaurants."
United States
Felicia
The price is Rp2.212.992
Rp2.609.400 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
AC Hotel By Marriott Waco Downtown
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window.

4. Comfort Suites Waco Near University Area

Comfort Suites Waco Near University Area
2.5 star property
Alta Vista, 5.1 km from Heart of Texas
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"The staff was very helpful and the our room and the hotel was very clean. Very pleased with our stay."
United States
Deanna V
The price is Rp1.620.510
Rp1.863.587 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Comfort Suites Waco Near University Area
A hotel entrance with a modern design, featuring a large illuminated canopy and a prominent 'HOTELS' sign.

5. Aloft by Marriott Waco Downtown

Aloft by Marriott Waco Downtown
3.0 star property
Brazos, 5 km from Heart of Texas
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Conveniently located very clean very friendly Staff"
United States
Rickey
The price is Rp1.444.592
Rp1.694.506 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Aloft by Marriott Waco Downtown
A fire pit with chairs around it, a covered seating area, and a building in the background.

6. Courtyard by Marriott Waco

Courtyard by Marriott Waco
3.0 star property
Brazos, 5.4 km from Heart of Texas
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"1"
United States
Kimmie L.
The price is Rp2.261.808
Rp2.693.928 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Waco
A landscaped garden with a water feature, large rocks, and a wooden pergola.

7. Hilton Waco

Hilton Waco
3.5 star property
Brazos, 5.4 km from Heart of Texas
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Always enjoy our stay at Hilton Waco - love that they decorate for Baylor festivities!"
United States
Kelly
The price is Rp2.209.014
Rp2.670.699 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hilton Waco
A modern bar area with seating, a bar counter, and a large screen.

8. Hyatt Place Waco

Hyatt Place Waco
3.0 star property
Kendrick, 4.9 km from Heart of Texas
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,373 reviews)
"Clean room comfortable bed. Staff was friendly. Breakfast was good."
United States
Karen
The price is Rp1.283.680
Rp1.505.756 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hyatt Place Waco
A reception area with a reception desk, a wall-mounted computer, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a shelf with snacks.

9. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waco Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waco Downtown by IHG
2.5 star property
6 km from Heart of Texas
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (434 reviews)
"Would definitely stay here again if in Waco. Very nice hotel."
United States
Philip
The price is Rp1.572.960
Rp1.912.519 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waco Downtown by IHG
A hotel room with a desk, two beds, a sofa, a small table, a chair, and a large window.

10. Springhill Suites by Marriott Waco

Springhill Suites by Marriott Waco
3.5 star property
Brazos, 5.8 km from Heart of Texas
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (939 reviews)
"Good breakfast"
United States
Denise
The price is Rp2.211.546
Rp2.594.144 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Springhill Suites by Marriott Waco
A modern hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed with a headboard, a desk with a chair, and a television.

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

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Woodway - Waco South
3.0 star property
Woodway, 3.7 km from Heart of Texas
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Staff and breakfast was great"
United States
Emmanuel
The price is Rp1.627.200
Rp1.871.280 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Woodway - Waco South
A modern hotel exterior with a covered outdoor seating area, large windows, and a clean, contemporary design.

12. Cambria Hotel Waco Univ Riverfront

Cambria Hotel Waco Univ Riverfront
3.0 star property
5.8 km from Heart of Texas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (642 reviews)
"It was a very clean and nice stay."
United States
Xjiani
The price is Rp2.017.728
Rp2.547.414 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Cambria Hotel Waco Univ Riverfront
A pool area with lounge chairs and a hot tub, surrounded by a covered patio with a view of the city skyline.

13. Hotel Indigo WACO - BAYLOR by IHG

Hotel Indigo WACO - BAYLOR by IHG
3.5 star property
Brazos, 5.6 km from Heart of Texas
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Nice hotel"
United States
Sylvia
The price is Rp2.097.280
Rp2.640.729 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hotel Indigo WACO - BAYLOR by IHG
A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a bar, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

14. Element by Marriott Waco

Element by Marriott Waco
3.0 star property
Alta Vista, 5.3 km from Heart of Texas
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (312 reviews)
"Perfect hotel love"
United States
Axel
The price is Rp2.061.120
Rp2.417.694 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Element by Marriott Waco
An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and string lights.

15. Tru By Hilton Waco South, TX

Tru By Hilton Waco South, TX
2.5 star property
Kendrick, 5.1 km from Heart of Texas
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Leslie
The price is Rp1.536.800
Rp1.802.666 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Tru By Hilton Waco South, TX
A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large window with patterned curtains.

16. Comfort Suites Waco North - Near University Area

Comfort Suites Waco North - Near University Area
2.5 star property
Carver, 8.3 km from Heart of Texas
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,738 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Bobbie-Jo
The price is Rp1.269.216
Rp1.596.908 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Comfort Suites Waco North - Near University Area
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a glass coffee table, a star-patterned floor, and a staircase.

17. Quality Inn & Suites, Near University

Quality Inn & Suites, Near University
2.5 star property
Kendrick, 4.4 km from Heart of Texas
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,010 reviews)
"Very nice hotel! It was clean and well maintained. Breakfast was good. Very convenient and close to everything, shopping center, restaurants and entertainment."
United States
Kimberly
The price is Rp1.375.346
Rp1.581.647 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Quality Inn & Suites, Near University
An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a view of the interior dining area.

18. Residence Inn by Marriott Waco South

Residence Inn by Marriott Waco South
3.0 star property
Kendrick, 5.1 km from Heart of Texas
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (518 reviews)
"Loved the room and the space!"
United States
Tina
The price is Rp2.332.320
Rp2.735.811 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Residence Inn by Marriott Waco South
A modern building with a curved facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

19. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waco South by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waco South by IHG
2.5 star property
Kendrick, 5.8 km from Heart of Texas
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Breakfast was fantastic, rooms are excellent, staff was awesome"
United States
Sherry
The price is Rp1.681.440
Rp1.972.328 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waco South by IHG
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and an aquarium.

20. Springhill Suites by Marriott Waco Woodway

Springhill Suites by Marriott Waco Woodway
3.0 star property
Woodway, 4.7 km from Heart of Texas
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Extremely clean and comfortable! My kids loved the aquarium in the lobby. Lots of great breakfast options!"
United States
Kathryn
The price is Rp1.982.472
Rp2.279.843 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Springhill Suites by Marriott Waco Woodway
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Compare popular hotels in Heart of Texas

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A La Quinta Inn & Suites building with a modern design, large windows, and a prominent sign.
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waco Downtown - Baylor
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,777 reviews
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A reception area with a reception desk, a wall-mounted computer, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a shelf with snacks.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Waco Downtown by IHG
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
434 reviews
View
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window.
Comfort Suites Waco Near University Area
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,005 reviews
View
A pool area with lounge chairs and a hot tub, surrounded by a covered patio with a view of the city skyline.
Hotel Indigo WACO - BAYLOR by IHG
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,002 reviews
View
A modern hotel exterior with a covered outdoor seating area, large windows, and a clean, contemporary design.
Cambria Hotel Waco Univ Riverfront
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
642 reviews
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Where to stay in Heart of Texas

Find the best Heart of Texas areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A nighttime view of McLane Stadium with its distinctive blue lighting and a bridge in the foreground.
Photo by James Castillo
Open Photo by James Castillo

Brazos

While visiting Brazos, you might make a stop by sights like Magnolia Market at the Silos and Dr. Pepper Museum.

A large body of water with a small island surrounded by greenery.

Woodway

Woodway is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Carleen Bright Arboretum, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.

A river flowing through a green landscape with dense trees on both sides.

Bellmead

Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Bellmead. You might consider stopping by Marlin Branch while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

A river with a bridge, a large building, and a stadium.

Baylor

If you're spending some time in Baylor, Ferrell Center and Texas Ranger Hall of Fame are top sights worth seeing.

An aerial view of a city with a river, bridges, and various buildings.

Cesar Chavez

While there might not be top attractions in Cesar Chavez, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Magnolia Market at the Silos and Dr. Pepper Museum.

Top Heart of Texas Hotel Reviews

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Waco North

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Waco North

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice stay, will definitely come back!"
Lashonda 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Waco North

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Heart of Texas?
Travellers to the Heart of Texas neighbourhood in Waco will be sure to enjoy their stay.
How many hotels will I find in Heart of Texas?
When you want to find places to stay in Waco, start by booking one of Expedia's 5 hotels and other accommodation options in Heart of Texas.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Heart of Texas, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals in Heart of Texas.
What are the top things to see and do in Heart of Texas?
Bowlero Waco, Lake Waco and Cameron Park Zoo are just a few of the places to visit in and around Heart of Texas. When you're sightseeing around the area, Magnolia Market at the Silos and Dr. Pepper Museum are a couple of other sights to visit.