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The Crystal River Inn

3.0 star property
City-center hotel within easy reach of Texas State University

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Superior Suite | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished
Lobby lounge
46-inch Smart TV with digital channels, Hulu, streaming services
Front of property
Property grounds
The Crystal River Inn, nestled near Texas State University, offers a serene atmosphere with a lush garden and convenient in-room WiFi. Explore the campus or unwind in the library while taking advantage of dry cleaning services and concierge assistance.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking

Main amenities (9)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Computer station
  • Laundry service
  • Hair salon
  • Concierge services
  • Banquet hall

Feel at home (6)

  • Garden
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Digital TV service
  • Bathrobes
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Free self parking
$118 nightly
The total price is $136
Jul 15 - Jul 16
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Single Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Family Single Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Classic Room, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Classic Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Classic Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Suite | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Superior Suite | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
326 W Hopkins St, San Marcos, TX, 78666

What's nearby

  • Texas State University - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • San Marcos River - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Rio Vista Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • San Marcos Premium Outlets - 6 min drive - 8.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Torchys Tacos - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Root Cellar Cafe & Brewery - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪CRAFThouse Kitchen & Tap - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Gumby’s Pizza San Marcos - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Crystal River Inn

The Crystal River Inn offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Texas State University and San Marcos River. You'll have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Also, this hotel is within a short drive of San Marcos Premium Outlets.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 8 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 3 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of 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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Virtual front desk

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1883
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Area rugs in room
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 46-inch Smart TV
  • Digital TV channels
  • Hulu
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Portable fan
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday:
  • Dining venue(s)

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

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

Are pets allowed at The Crystal River Inn?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Crystal River Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Crystal River Inn?

You can check in starting at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Crystal River Inn and nearby?

The Crystal River Inn has a garden.

What's the area around The Crystal River Inn like?

The Crystal River Inn is in the heart of San Marcos, a short 6-minute walk from Texas State University and 13 minutes' walk from San Marcos River.

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The Crystal River Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

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Reviews

10/10

The room I stayed in was very comfortable and clean.
3-night trip

10/10

Excellent little inn. Not really a bed and breakfast, since there’s no breakfast, but convenient to downtown and TSU
2-night trip

10/10

Great, walkable location! Quick, responsive communication from guest services when we had questions. They were low-key and easy, but quick to offer any assistance or housekeeping if needed. The room was clean and comfortable. We would stay here again.
3-night trip

8/10

Cute, quaint, spacious, clean and convenient.
1-night trip

8/10

They use to offer breakfast before,it was bed and breakfast ,saddly ,not anymore!
1-night trip

6/10

Bar next door, property open to anyone all the time except for the lock on the bedroom door.
1-night trip

10/10

Cool old place in a great area for the square and university!
2-night trip

10/10

Had a great stay here! Loved how I could walk to different needs around me and really enjoyed the coziness of the room.
2-night trip

10/10

Excellent property
3-night trip

10/10

This place is an amazing alternative to the hotels along i35. Home away from home... breakfast is amazing.
1-night trip

10/10

Comfortable bed and room. The location was very convenient to TXST and downtown San Marcos.
1-night trip

8/10

Place is quiet and Staff is nice .
2-night trip

10/10

Beautiful house with character, the check-in process was very easy and convenient. The place is clean, provides toiletries and the main square is within walking distance. This home was a unique experience, a must !
2-night trip

10/10

Great place to stay! Very close to campus, which is what I needed. Parking was a little confusing, but once I called and they explained it not a big deal. Highly recommend staying here very convenient to everything.
1-night trip

10/10

Cozy facility, wonderful staff. Really nice for getaway.
1-night trip

10/10

Neat house from the 1800's, pretty rooms, friendly staff
1-night trip

8/10

Property was great! Very convenient to everything and had everything you would need if you forgot something. Very responsive hosts and made sure we had everything we needed.
1-night trip

10/10

So nice and Lovely. Good beds. Nice area. Perfect room. 10 out of 10 stars.
2-night trip

10/10

LOVE LOVEEEEE THIS PLACE!!! If you are into Victorian/vintage this is the place for you! Feels like home
1-night trip

10/10

Very cozy
2-night trip

10/10

Excelente service friendly staff. Beautiful property with big rooms very comfortable. Breakfast was very tasty and delicious.
1-night trip

8/10

It was confusing where to go for check in or to park. Room is nice ,Bath room had a leaking toilet.
1-night trip

8/10

Loved the decor, boutique details, cleanliness, and walkability to eateries and shops! Did not like that our west facing room was a bit warmer or the big, hard pillows.
1-night trip

10/10

It’s absolutely perfect place. My daughter is a member of ADPi Sorority right next door! It's incredibly convenient for me, especially during my visit to San Marcos!
2-night trip

10/10

The Crystal River Inn is a Beautiful place. So tranquil and comfortable and also very clean. The location is great. Breakfast in the morning was Amazing. Terry makes the absolute best pancakes I have ever had. Sausage was great too. I hope you have a fantastic time in Hawaii, Terry. I highly recommend the Crystal River Inn.
1-night trip