Your IRONMAN 70.3 Waco Stay Guide: Sleep Smart, Race Hard

🏨 Hotels with race-friendly perks

Hotel Indigo Waco – Baylor

• Outdoor pool, bar on-site, free Wi‑Fi. Highly convenient to downtown and Baylor University.

• Great for relaxing post-race by the riverwalk.

Hilton Waco

• Located right by the Brazos River (3.5⭐), features an outdoor pool, gym, spa and free airport shuttle

• Popular pick during Ironman weekends.

Home2 Suites by Hilton Waco

• Spacious suites with mini-fridge & microwave, perfect for organizing gear.

• Just ~2 miles from the swim start.

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Boutique & upscale stays

Hotel 1928 (downtown)

• A historic boutique gem by Chip & Joanna Gaines, lauded by Southern Living as one of the South’s best new hotels

• Rooftop dining, cozy library and stylish rooms—perfect for celebrating after race day.

AC Hotel Waco Downtown

• Sleek, modern vibe and a solid fitness center—close to Magnolia Market and race festivities

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Value and extended-stay options

Courtyard by Marriott Waco

• Convenient downtown location, outdoor pool, business center—often included in athlete lodging blocks

• Courtyard Waco offers rooms around $99–$110/night

Hampton Inn & Suites Waco South

• Reliable amenities, free breakfast, easy access via I‑35

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Unique and nearby camping/cabin stay

Camp Fimfo Waco

• Only ~3 miles from the swim start, bike route passes right by the property

• Offers cabins, RV hookups, pool, hot tubs, and a swim‑up bar—a fun, relaxed vibe pre/post‑race.

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🗓️ Booking & race partner details

• The official Ironman race website lists Nirvana Accommodations offering discounted “race hotels” and travel services.

• TriWaco (the local triathlon association) also cites Ironman-friendly group rates at: Courtyard, Hampton Inn, Holiday Inn Express, Home2 Suites, AC Hotel, Bayloyards area properties.

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🧭 Quick Tips

• Prioritize proximity: Race starts at Pecan Bottom Park, finishes at the Suspension Bridge/Riverwalk. Hotels in downtown or near Baylor are ideal.

• Early breakfast matters: Many athletes appreciate Home2, Hilton, or hotel offerings that start breakfast early.

• Gear space: Suites with desks, mini-fridges, microwaves really help in staging gear and food.

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Top Picks Summary