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The Vaquero Motel

2.5 star property
Riverfront motel in Bandera with free parking

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Exterior
Front of property
Deluxe Cabin, Non Smoking, Park View | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby
Premium Suite | Living area | 33-inch Smart TV with digital channels, Netflix, Hulu

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Deluxe Cabin, Non Smoking, Park View | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Cabin, Non Smoking, Park View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 37 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Classic Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Park View | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Park View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 37 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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Standard Cabin, Non Smoking, Park View | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Cabin, Non Smoking, Park View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 37 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Room, Non Smoking, River View | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, Non Smoking, River View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 37 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Classic Cabin, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Park View | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Cabin, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Park View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 37 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Suite | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Smart TV
  • 70 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Classic Cabin, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Cabin, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View

Highlights

Balcony
Yard
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
  • 37 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1103 Maple St, Bandera, TX, 78003

What's nearby

  • Bandera City Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Medina River - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Frontier Times Museum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Bandera Beach Club Tubes, Kayaks & Shuttle - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mansfield Park - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles

Getting around

  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bandera Ale Project - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Ost Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tj's at The Old Forge - ‬12 min walk

About this property

The Vaquero Motel

Motel near Medina River
Located close to Bandera City Park and Frontier Times Museum, The Vaquero Motel provides a firepit and an outdoor entertainment area. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • An off-leash area, a gift shop, and barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Vaquero Motel boast perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 33-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, Hulu, and streaming services
  • Balconies, microwaves, and premium channels

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • On a river
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Entertainment

  • 33-inch smart TV with premium digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (9:00 AM - 7:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Up to 50 lbs per pet
Pets cannot be left unattended
An off-leash area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Firewood fee: USD 10.00 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards, and cash
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

The Vaquero Motel Motel
The Vaquero Motel Bandera
The Vaquero Motel Motel Bandera

Frequently asked questions

Is The Vaquero Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, this motel allows cats and dogs with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Vaquero Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Vaquero Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Vaquero Motel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Vaquero Motel located?

Situated in the historical district, this motel is steps from Bandera City Park and Medina River. Frontier Times Museum and Medina Lake are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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The Vaquero Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 146 out of 172 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 172 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 172 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 172 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 172 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

This is very nice property
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Great property in the heart of Bandera. Staff is friendly and helpful. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10

I really enjoyed staying here, everything was clean and the bed was very comfortable! It's very peaceful and quiet. The only thing I would complain about is the air conditioner window unit is very loud and kept waking me up. Other then that it was a perfect stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Lovely place, nice cabins and great location.

10/10

Very friendly and conveniently located for what we needed. Would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Awesome place
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

The stay was fabulous. Very clean and super cute cabin by the river and in town for walking distance to all the shops and bars. Super nice friendly service when arrived. Definitely would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Great service, great price, beautiful location - you can see the Medina river, and tale a walk by the river - right across the street from the cabins. We walked to the restaurants on the main street - just minutes away, walking. Beautiful country!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Really cool place near downtown and the river. Lots of amenities like outdoor sitting areas, your own fire pit and a big BBQ grill. Very clean and super helpful management. We liked the area so much we booked an additional night.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

I like the room and really good bed
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

It’s a fun 1930’s like cabin but with modern amenities- comfy beds, nice products, a great location. We will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

Great helpful staff!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

Great hotel. Tracy who checked us in, so friendly, great info on things going on around town. We liked it so much we booked for another night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

Cool spot
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Excellent place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

This is a very nice cabin atmosphere, directly across the beautiful park of the Medina river, with a full kitchen and very comfortable bed and nice shower. The only thing I would mention to be aware there is a $75 pet fee, which I think is steep versus other places.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

This was a great place to stay verry clean and people were great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

Great place to stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10

The Vaquero was very comfortable for my best friend and me for a 1-night stay while we were on a Texas State Parks hiking weekend between Enchanted Rock and Lost Maples. The front desk staff was the best!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

Wonderful stay in a wonderful city
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10

Clean room with rustic decor that is very Texan. We only stayed one night, but it was cold and the heater in The room (which Looks like a window air conditioner) was very noisy.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

Staff is super friendly and the property is well kept. Cabins are awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Fun place to stay and relax. I stayed at The Farmhouse and it was spacious and cute.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10

Super friendly, convenient location. Nice cabins, definitely would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10

The front office staff were very cordial and welcoming. The cabin was quaint and comfortable.The location was very convenient and walking distance to the little town shops and restaurants. I stayed in cabin 8 and my complaints were that the shower was very small and was stopped up so the water would fill up. The headboard on the queen bed was leaning forward. The extension chord they had on the nightstand by the bed did not work. I didnt feel too safe cause the door was really loose even when deadbolted locked. They advertised a river view which was a park across the street with the river at the bottom of the hill that you could not even see. Lastly, the Motel is next to a busy street so you could'nt sleep in, with the traffic passing through really early in the morning. Even with the few things that went wrong, I would stay there again for the comfort and the loving welcome they offered.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025