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The Crystal River Inn

3.0 star property

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46-inch Smart TV with digital channels, Hulu, streaming services
Front of property
Superior Suite
Reception
Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry room
The current price is NZ$298
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July

Explore the area

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326 W Hopkins St, San Marcos, TX, 78666
  • Place, Texas State University
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, San Marcos River
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Rio Vista Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

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A bedroom with two beds, a chandelier, a wardrobe, and a mirror.

Family Single Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Suite

Superior Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a sitting area with a sofa, a TV, and a patterned rug.

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with a floral bedspread, a nightstand with a lamp, and a dresser.

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Single Room, 2 Queen Beds

Family Single Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Room, 1 Bedroom

Classic Room, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Suite

Superior Suite

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Room

Classic Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

San Marcos

The Crystal River Inn places you in the centre of San Marcos, within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Texas State University and San Marcos River. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi and Smart TVs. .This hotel has free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a library. Plus you'll find a garden, a computer station and dry cleaning/laundry services. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class San Marcos hotel include San Marcos Premium Outlets and Rio Vista Park.

What's nearby

  • Texas State University - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Hays County Historic Courthouse - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • San Marcos River - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Rio Vista Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 13 min walk
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Square - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Blue Dahlia Bistro - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪North Street Curry Shop - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Urban Bird Hot Chicken - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Gumby's Pizza - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Crystal River Inn

As a guest of The Crystal River Inn, you'll find a library, a garden, and concierge services. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. The Crystal River Inn also features dry cleaning/laundry services and a hair salon. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star San Marcos hotel.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1883
  • Dry cleaning
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • Computer for guest use
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Crystal River Inn offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bathrobes and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 46-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries. This San Marcos hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on request and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Library

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping on request

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Area rugs in room
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1883
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 46-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday:
  • Restaurant

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

Crystal River Inn
Crystal River Inn San Marcos
Crystal River San Marcos
The Crystal River Inn Hotel
The Crystal River Inn San Marcos
The Crystal River Inn Hotel San Marcos

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Crystal River Inn?

Yep, The Crystal River Inn has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at The Crystal River Inn?

As of 3 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Crystal River Inn on 5 Jul 2026 start from NZ$298, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Crystal River Inn?

No, The Crystal River Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Crystal River Inn?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Crystal River Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Crystal River Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 138 out of 263 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 263 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 263 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 263 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 263 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous room with cool ac and everything you could ask for in a historic hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Traci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, beautiful property!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place is amazing! We stay every chance we get to go visit my daughter at Texas State. Perfect location to everything and you never have to get in the car and drive anywhere.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KRISTIN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Boutique Hotel... loved it
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness
Room clean and bed extremely comfortable. Decor was a bit dated
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect spot in San Marcos
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place is an amazing alternative to the hotels along i35. Home away from home... breakfast is amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Place is quiet and Staff is nice .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room and later back stay. The hotel is right in the center of a bunch of restaurants and businesses so you can walk almost next door to get food and anything you need
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfort & Charm

The room I stayed in was very comfortable and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kamile

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I stayed in July during Texas State orientation and was the ONLY person in the Inn. It was a little creepy but the place is quaint and in the best location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, easy parking. Never saw the staff - didn’t matter check in/out was easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay here! Loved how I could walk to different needs around me and really enjoyed the coziness of the room.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
lovely rooms, parking was a little challenging
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dirceu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy facility, wonderful staff. Really nice for getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Neat house from the 1800's, pretty rooms, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean, good amenities. Other guests coming home in the early hours without thought about their noise level not so good.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Weekend Trip

Beautiful property and grounds. Walking distance to entertainment and places to eat. Nice porches to sit outside or garden to walk in.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent little inn. Not really a bed and breakfast, since there’s no breakfast, but convenient to downtown and TSU
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lourdes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The B&B is located in an area where you can walk to most places to grab a bite if you are hungry and easy access to I-35
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clayton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cool old place in a great area for the square and university!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lezlee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed and room. The location was very convenient to TXST and downtown San Marcos.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim and nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Cute, quaint, spacious, clean and convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

brittney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff is amazing! They made my stay so comfortable, it felt like a home away from home.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023