Cpfp Travel Lodging Etc

Concerned Philosophers for Peace

Travel, Lodging, and Related Information

Conference Location

All talks and presentations will take place in the Comal building on Texas State University's San Marcos campus.

Airport

San Marcos is located between Austin and San Antonio. Transportation from the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is slightly shorter and less expensive. 

Airport to San Marcos

Uber and Lyft are the most cost-efficient way to travel from either airport to San Marcos.

Information regarding rideshare options from ABIA can be found here. 

Lodging in San Marcos

We’ve made arrangements with Hilton Garden Inn in San Marcos to offer a discounted rate the weekend of your stay. Please be aware that several large events are taking place in Austin the same weekend and will likely drive more visitors to San Marcos.

Hilton Garden Inn, San Marcos - 512.878.4411

Use the group code 90N when booking and make your reservation by 9/16/25 for the discounted rate. 

Booking Link: https://group.hiltongardeninn.com/q9xjy1

Parking on Campus

There are parking garages close to the Comal building, where the conference will take place. Here is information about guest parking on campus, including locations and fees.

Uber and Lyft are both very prominent in San Marcos making them readily available at reasonable prices. A ride from Hilton Garden Inn to Comal will typically run approximately $7.00-$10.00.

Recreation

The Meadows Center for Water and the Environment, located at the edge of campus, offers glass bottom boat tours 7 days a week showcasing Spring Lake, the start of the San Marcos River. This is a wonderful way to learn about the San Marcos ecosystem and history. 

You can also take a swim or a stroll through Sewell Park and enjoy the clear, cool waters of the San Marcos River. The atmosphere of Sewell Park is a great representation of Texas State culture.