EVEN Hotel Waco - University Area by IHG
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Compare team offsite hotels in Waco
The 15 hotels closest to downtown Waco, in the same order as the list above. A dash means the hotel's data doesn't list that detail, not that it's unavailable.
| Hotel | Class | From downtown Waco | Free breakfast | Free parking | Guest rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EVEN Hotel Waco - University Area by IHG | 3-star | 0.5 mi | – | (482) | |
| Cambria Hotel Waco Univ Riverfront | 3-star | 0.5 mi | – | (610) | |
| AC Hotel By Marriott Waco Downtown | 4-star | 0.2 mi | – | – | (679) |
| Hotel 1928 | 4-star | 0.3 mi | – | – | (203) |
| Hotel Indigo WACO - BAYLOR by IHG | 3-star | 0.3 mi | – | (1,000) | |
| La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waco Downtown - Baylor | 3-star | 0.8 mi | (1,755) | ||
| Residence Inn by Marriott Waco South | 3-star | 4.2 mi | – | (515) | |
| Hotel Herringbone | 3-star | 0.1 mi | – | (172) | |
| Pivovar Hotel | 3-star | 0.3 mi | – | (1,331) | |
| Springhill Suites by Marriott Waco | 3-star | 0.7 mi | (928) | ||
| Element by Marriott Waco | 3-star | 2.3 mi | (310) | ||
| Camp Fimfo Waco | 3-star | 3.9 mi | – | (79) | |
| Springhill Suites by Marriott Waco Woodway | 3-star | 5.5 mi | – | (1,001) | |
| Home2 Suites by Hilton Waco | 3-star | 2.0 mi | (1,000) | ||
| Homewood Suites by Hilton Waco | 3-star | 4.8 mi | (674) |
Planning a Team Offsite in Waco
Team offsite hotels in Waco give you options for housing your group and holding meetings in one place. The AC Hotel By Marriott Waco Downtown leads the list you can book through Engine, with about 15,000 square feet of event space and 7 meeting rooms. People planning a company retreat or offsite use this page to compare properties that can handle both guest rooms and breakout space for the group.
Waco sits between Dallas and Austin along the Brazos River, home to Baylor University and an array of organizations hosting team offsites and company retreats. The hotels on this list serve teams of every size and industry, offering meeting rooms and event space to bring people together for planning sessions, workshops, and strategic offsites. You can search, compare, and book guest rooms at these hotels on Engine, and for a stay of nine or more rooms, Engine Groups handles the room-block booking. To find and request meeting and event space, you can use Engine Spaces, Engine's venue product that helps planners source from thousands of venues.
Frequently asked questions
What amenities should I expect when planning a company retreat in Waco?
Most hotels on this list offer parking, wifi, on-site dining, and fitness facilities, though specifics vary by property. When you search and compare these hotels on Engine, you can review each property's amenities to match your team's needs. It's worth confirming details like AV capabilities, catering options, and team-building space directly with the hotel during planning.
How do teams usually travel to Waco for an offsite?
Many teams fly into the airport serving Waco or drive from nearby cities like Austin or Dallas. If convenient airport access matters for your offsite, you can filter properties by location when you search on Engine. Some planners also arrange ground transportation or rental cars to move the group between the hotel and any off-site activities.
How do I choose the right hotel size for my team offsite in Waco?
Start with your headcount and your agenda. A larger group with multiple breakout sessions might benefit from a property like the AC Hotel By Marriott Waco Downtown, which has 7 meeting rooms and about 15,000 square feet of event space. Smaller teams with simpler agendas can often work well in properties with fewer meeting rooms and less square footage, keeping the group contained and the planning straightforward.
What makes a hotel a good fit for a corporate offsite?
Look for enough guest rooms to house the team, meeting and breakout space that fits your schedule, and on-site facilities that keep everyone on property. The Hilton Waco and EVEN Hotel Waco offer 8 meeting rooms each and about 8,000 square feet of event space, giving you flexibility for plenary sessions, small-group work, and meals. A good offsite hotel also makes logistics simple so you can focus on the agenda, not shuttling people around town.
How do I book a room block for the team?
If your offsite needs 9 or more guest rooms, Engine Groups handles the booking. For 8 rooms or fewer, you can book self-serve on Engine. You can also find and request meeting and event space for the offsite through Engine Spaces, which connects you to venues across the country.
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