Read on to find out about the best hotels and vacation rentals to stay in McKinney, Texas that will make your trip perfect.
Just 30 miles (48 kilometers) north of Dallas, McKinney is an idyllic picturesque city with greenery lining its streets. It has a historic city centre and wildlife sanctuary, along with their various parks and recreation venues. And while it may be no Napa Valley, McKinney can also boast several breweries and wineries. McKinney was voted Money Magazine’s #1 Best Place to Live in America in 2014. So if you’re traveling through western Texas, be sure to make McKinney one of your pit stops with our list of excellent accommodations.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 04, 2024.
1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites McKinney - Frisco East, an IHG Hotel (from USD 98)
Situated in the heart of the city, this hotel offers elegant accommodations. Guestrooms come equipped with comfy beds and black-out shades that ensure a peaceful slumber. Guests can use the free high-speed WiFi for both work and leisure. The lobby also offers a complimentary continental breakfast to start your day.
An equipped gym lets you stay in shape and have a good cardio workout on the treadmill or exercise bike. You can also do your morning asana on the yoga mat, while an outdoor swimming pool lets you relax while basking in the sun. After a tiring day, unwind in the bathtub before retiring to bed.
Burger King and Popeye’s Chicken are a stone’s throw away should you head outside for a quick snack. Guests who drive can park onsite for free.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites McKinney - Frisco East, an IHG Hotel
Address: 6601 Henneman Way
7.65 km (4.8 mi) from Bonnie Wenk Park
2. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Dallas McKinney (from USD 149)
This hotel offers sophisticated rooms and suites at a convenient distance of 35.7 mi (57.45 km) from Dallas Love Field Airport. Bring your furry friends along as this hotel is pet-friendly.
The luxe suites come equipped with a plush bed where you can sit back and enjoy your favorite shows on a smart TV. An ergonomic workstation lets you go about a smooth day of meetings and calls if you are on a business trip.
Free WiFi keeps you connected with folks back home. An onsite convenience store lets you pick up groceries for whipping up a light meal in the microwave of your room. Guests can also relish complimentary breakfast each morning of their stay here. Guests that come with an electric vehicle can avail of the EV charging station on site.
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Dallas McKinney
Address: 1600 Hardin Boulevard
1.68 km (1.1 mi) from Bonnie Wenk Park
3. Sheraton McKinney (from USD 112)
It’s like your home away from home. Sheraton McKinney has comfortable rooms that provide maximum comfort for the weary traveller and businessman. Guests who want to sleep in and skip breakfast, yet want their morning cuppa, can do so at their own luxury – each room comes with its own coffee machine.
Businessmen in town for work will also find all their needs covered. There are meeting rooms, a business centre and a lobby bar – which is arguably the most important part of any business trip.
Sheraton McKinney
Address: 1900 Gateway Boulevard
4.37 km (2.8 mi) from Bonnie Wenk Park
4. Hampton Inn and Suites by Hilton McKinney (from USD 191)
Enjoy a comfortable stay without the premium price tag. Hampton Inn and Suites is perfect for the individual traveller. Comfortable rooms here come with a fitness centre and indoor pool for guests.
Guests who have previously stayed at Hampton Inn have commended the hotel on their cleanliness, friendliness and its convenience of being close to several other restaurants.
Hampton Inn and Suites by Hilton McKinney
Address: 2008 North Central Expressway
3.33 km (2.1 mi) from Bonnie Wenk Park
5. The Grand Hotel (from USD 149)
Grand by name, grand also by nature. While many hotels opt for to go with modern designs, The Grand Hotel took a different route. The rooms have an old world charm – they have carved wooden furniture and the beds use Italian Frette linen and fabric.
For dining options, guests can head to Rick’s Chophouse, the hotel’s on-site restaurant, where they can enjoy premium cuts. The restaurant also has its own wine room, a floor-to-ceiling display housing wines from all over the world.
The Grand Hotel
Address: 114 West Louisiana Street
4.25 km (2.7 mi) from Bonnie Wenk Park
6. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Dallas McKinney (from USD 105)
Instead of rooms, guests here get their own mini apartment. Rooms have a full kitchen and well-lit work area. There are also amenities like a gym and a business centre to balance both work and play.
TownePlace is also conveniently placed to some of the local attractions, such as the Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary and the historic downtown square.
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Dallas McKinney
Address: 1832 Marketplace Drive
4.06 km (2.6 mi) from Bonnie Wenk Park
7. Best Western Plus McKinney Inn and Suites (from USD 96)
The chain of Best Western hotels is known for providing guests with comfortable, spacious rooms and its accompanying amenities at affordable prices. The McKinney Inn and Suites is no different.
The hotel is also just a 5-minute drive from attractions like the Heard Natural Science Museum and Oak Hollows golf courses, while other places like the Landon Winery and Towne Lake Recreation Area are just a short drive away.
Best Western Plus McKinney Inn and Suites
Address: 480 Wilson Creek Boulevard
2.34 km (1.5 mi) from Bonnie Wenk Park
8. Private room in a spacious home (from USD 46)
Before you consider this place, the owner of the home makes it clear that it is best suited for dog lovers. The owner owns four dogs, but you don’t have to worry about cleanliness – the owners strictly do not allow their pets in the bedrooms.
There is a community pool and outdoor fireplace to relax at. The friendly owner is also comfortable with guests making use of the kitchen for cooking their own meals.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the bedroom was comfortable and serene with a window facing her gorgeous landscapingbed was super comfyCleanliness:
it was clean and comfortablesparkling clean home and comfortable accommodationsnice and clean with excellent separate bathroomvery clean and jayme is so nice;)clean spacious beautiful decor and in a quiet neighborhoodHost:
she was the perfect hostshe was very helpfuljayme is a great hostjayme was an excellent hostjayme is a wonderful host and you won’t even notice she’s homeRead more reviewsLocation:
plus a great location to mckinney and workthe location was perfect for usthis was a perfect location and great staygreat place to stay outside of dallasthe house is in a nice quiet neighborhood yet close proximity to restaurants and stores
Superhost
9. Garage apartment on 2-acre homesite (from USD 87)
If you want a place that feels private but still close to the action, this apartment is a good choice. Guests get the entire apartment to themselves. It comes complete with everything guests need to be comfortable, from kitchen appliances for cooking to a living room area for relaxing in.
The apartment is easily accessed via several expressways, like the Central Expressway and North Dallas Tollway. Guests are also advised to have their own transportation here.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
wifi nice shower and parking areathe apartment is very bright and full of natural lightmike and steffanie's apartment was quaint with comfortable and stylish furniture and finishesthey even left us some breakfast items which was a thoughtful touchvery comfortable and stylish space nice touches and very peaceful rural setting- highly recommendedCleanliness:
very clean and privatealways clean and super comfortableit is very clean and classyvery clean the shower was especially nicenice clean space quiet and we'll stockedHost:
mike and steffanie were wonderful hostsmike was very helpfulmike & steffanie were great hostsmike and steffanie were gracious hostsowners are lovely responsive peopleRead more reviewsLocation:
amazing airbnb perfect location right outside the citygreat neighborhood enjoyed a beautiful walk in the morninggreat location easy access and great valuethis place was an ideal location and setting for the breaks between weekend wedding activitiesit is nestled in a peaceful area while still close to main roads
10. Remodeled Eleanor’s Cottage (from USD 184)
Having just been recently remodeled, Eleanor’s Cottage now sports a nice blend of retro designs with modern touches, resulting in very charming interiors. The apartment has two bedrooms, each with its own bathroom and tub. The apartment is just a short distance from downtown McKinney, where there are retail and dining options.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
we spent two nights with eleanor and thoroughly enjoyed our visit the cottage is totally redone and very comfortableour stay was very comfortableHost:
the owners were supper easy to work with direct via text (assuming you can call as well)Read more reviewsLocation:
the nicely upgraded bungalow is close to everythingit is in a good location with nearby shops for conveniencechecking in was easy great area to walk to downtown nice comfortable place to stayit was a great place to come home to after shopping downtown in mckinneythe location is fantastic right off 75 and within a mile of downtown
11. Beautiful Spacious Ranch House (from 600 USD)
Get a whole 18 acres (7.2 hectares) of land to yourself with this ranch house. There are two living areas, both outfitted with couches. There is also an open loft on the upper level. The kitchen is spacious, with a bar top counter for communal dining. The house’s back patio has two picnic tables, a giant swing and a grill, which is everything you need for the perfect backyard picnic.
Beautiful Spacious Ranch House
Price: from 600 USD
Number of Guests: 8
Best city in the US?
Does it deserve its title as one of the best places to live in the US? You really ought to find out for yourself. In our opinion, it definitely ranks among one of the most underrated cities that most tourists will have never heard of. So start planning your vacation here today!
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