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501 S. University Parks Drive, Waco, Texas, United States, 76706
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Residence Inn By Marriott Waco - Pet-friendly extended stay hotel with full kitchens, indoor pool, and central Waco location

Located in the heart of Brazos, the 3-star Residence Inn By Marriott Waco features 78 guest suites twice as large as traditional Waco hotel rooms. Each suite offers full-size kitchens, separate living and sleeping areas, flat-screen TVs, and free WiFi. Guests start their day with complimentary hot breakfast featuring local cuisines, pastries, and yogurts, plus enjoy free Residence Inn Mix events Monday through Wednesday evenings. The property includes a 24-hour fitness center, indoor pool, spa tub, basketball court, barbecue grills, and a picnic area. Business travelers benefit from a 24-hour business center, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers. Situated within a 10-minute walk of Magnolia Market at the Silos and Waco Convention Center, Residence Inn provides easy access to Baylor University, McLane Stadium, and the downtown business district. The Dr Pepper Museum and Texas Ranger Hall of Fame are less than 5 minutes' drive away.

Pros

Pet-friendly hotel accommodates animals up to 65 lbs

On-site and long-term parking available

Accessible features throughout including elevators, pool entry, and specially equipped rooms

Within walking distance (0.5 miles) of multiple restaurants including Ninfa's Mexican Restaurant and Bangkok Royal

Full sustainability program with digital check-in and service request options

Cons

South University Parks Drive closure requires access via Clay Ave

Located 9.5 miles from Waco Regional Airport

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Choose from double rooms, family suites, and premium stays. Enjoy breakfast, flexible cancellations, and exclusive deals.
King Studio Sofa Bed
2 persons
44 m² 
1 King-size bed
Heating
Air conditioning
One-Bedroom King Apartment Sofa Bed
2 persons
44 m² 
1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
Heating
Air conditioning
Two-Bedroom Apartment Sofa Bed
2 persons
72 m² 
1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
Heating
Air conditioning

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Getting around

Discover available transportation options for smooth travel around the city

City Centre
Waco 2.3 km
Airports
Waco Regional (ACT) 14.9 km
Killeen-Fort Hood Regional (GRK) 113.5 km

Facilities

Hotel has comfortable rooms, premium services, and a prime downtown location

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • On-site car park
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Guest Parking

  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Grocery shopping service
  • Shops/Commercial services

Dining

  • Snack bar
  • Picnic area/ Tables

Business

  • Business centre
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Board games

Spa & Leisure

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Jacuzzi

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
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Location

501 S. University Parks Drive, Waco, Texas, United States, 76706
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501 S. University Parks Drive, Waco, Texas, United States, 76706
Nearby
Museum
Historic Waco Foundation
420 m
Mall
Spice Village
430 m
Restaurants
J-Petal
210 m
315 S University Parks Dr Suite 120
Billy Bob's Burgers Bar & Grill
350 m
300 S. 2ndd Street Suite 102
Fuzzy's Taco Shop
300 m
215 S University Parks Dr Suite 107
Oh My Juice
430 m
201 S 2nd St Suite 101
Teriyaki Park
440 m
220 S 2nd St
Xristo's Cafe
380 m
202 S University Parks Dr
Mrs. Thompsons Cupcakes
380 m
202 S University Parks Dr
Steel City Pops
730 m
721 S 4th St #114
In-N-Out Burger
860 m
801 S 4th St
Truelove Bar
840 m
414 Franklin Avenue
Pie Peddlers
860 m
300 S 6th St
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 12 pm
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible on site at USD 3 per day.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
All visitors are offered a buffet breakfast for a fee. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room.  There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Year renovated:
2012
Number of rooms:
78

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