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The Crystal River Inn

3.0 star property
City-center hotel within easy reach of San Marcos River

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Relax in a serene patio area surrounded by lush greenery and a brick wall, sheltered by a pergola with a glass roof.
Stroll through the beautifully maintained garden, featuring a tranquil pathway and a charming arched structure.
Relax in this inviting living area with a sofa set, coffee table, and dining table.
Rest in comfort on a four-poster bed with a canopy, surrounded by a richly patterned carpet and elegant furnishings.
Step up to the charming porch of The Coastal River Inn, where a tranquil atmosphere awaits.
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
$119 nightly
The total price is $137
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Total includes taxes and fees

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

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

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Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Bathrobes
  • 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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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

Classic Room, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Classic Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Classic Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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Superior Suite | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Portable fan
2 bedrooms
Bathrobes
  • 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
Portable fan
2 bedrooms
Bathrobes
  • 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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Bathrobes
  • 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 Coffee Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Root Cellar Cafe & Brewery - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪CRAFThouse Kitchen & Tap - ‬8 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

Popular mentions

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Location
Restaurant
Shower
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Historic house

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Comfort & Charm

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

10/10 Exceptional

Weekend Trip

Beautiful property and grounds. Walking distance to entertainment and places to eat. Nice porches to sit outside or garden to walk in.
Terry, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Charming inn, close to the square

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.
Linda, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

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

10/10 Exceptional

The place was filled with old world charm. absolutely unique. I was a bit worried about the negative reviews in terms of noise and cleanliness. The place was very clean and more importantly so very quiet and peaceful. Live music on Saturday night ended by 9 pm. We had such an excellent, restful break at Crystal river inn. We absolutely LOVED this place! Thank you for hosting us.
Anuradha, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Out of Date & Not Maintained

The bathroom is atrocious to be so expensive. Outdated and barely functional. The shower barely put out water, and was only useable after I cleaned the showerhead myself. The sink faucets were both clogged and barely put out any water. The rooms and beds were great, but the desks and chairs were uncomfortable and old. This place needs some serious updates to continue demanding such a high price.
KELLY, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

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

8/10 Very good

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

8/10 Very good

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

6/10 Good

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

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent property
Tim and nancy, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

2/10 Poor

Parking is very limited due to small area. Then owner allowed several vehicles to park incorrectly causing other guess to seek parking else where!
Dana, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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 !
Jessenia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Shannon, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Very cozy
Pablo, 2-night trip