A ribbon cutting was held Thursday for the newest hotel in San Marcos. The Homewood Suites is located at 451 Barnes Drive features amenities including hot full breakfasts each morning, evening socials Monday through Thursday, an on-site Suite Shop open 24 hours and business and fitness centers. Suites feature complimentary internet access, fully equipped kitchens with a fullsize refrigerator, spacious dining area, sofa sleeper and flat-screen TV. For more information contact Monica Ybarra at 512-667-7001. Daily Record photo by Pam Gravis