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Flophouze Shipping Container Hotel

2.5 star property
Guests find tranquility at this motel with barbecue grills for outdoor cooking and complimentary coffee and tea in the lobby.

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Flophouze Shipping Container Hotel offers an innovative rural retreat with on-site shopping and a firepit for evening gatherings. Travelers can wander through the garden, browse the library collection, or enjoy the seasonal pool during warmer months.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Room options

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Houze I | Living area

Houze I

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Deck/patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • 29 sq m
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Houze II | Living area

Houze II

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Yard
Deck/patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Houze III | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Houze III

Highlights

Yard
Deck/patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Houze IV | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Houze IV

Highlights

Yard
Deck/patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • 32 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Houze V | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Houze V

Highlights

Yard
Deck/patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed

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Houze VI | Living area

Houze VI

Highlights

Yard
Deck/patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
1132 FM 1291 N, Round Top, TX, 78954

What's nearby

  • Henkel Square Market - 9 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Copper Shade Tree - 9 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • The Round Top Historical Society - 10 min drive - 7.7 miles
  • Festival Hill Concert Hall - 10 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Lake Fayette - 11 min drive - 7.9 miles

Getting around

  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ellis Motel - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Merrit Meat Co - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Boon & Company - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lulu's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Royer's Round Top Cafe - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Flophouze Shipping Container Hotel

Motel in a rural location
At Flophouze Shipping Container Hotel, you can look forward to a terrace, shopping on site, and a firepit. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a library.
Other perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • An electric car charging station, games, and a front-desk safe
  • 1 meeting room, outdoor furniture, and a banquet hall
Room features
All guestrooms at Flophouze Shipping Container Hotel offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and hair dryers
  • Private yards, eco-friendly cleaning products, and kitchenettes

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Games
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Living room
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Safe at front desk

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 6 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2010
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include 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
The seasonal pool will be open from January to December
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Flophouze Motel Round Top
Flophouze Motel
Flophouze Round Top
Flophouze Shipping Container
Flophouze Shipping Container Hotel Motel
Flophouze Shipping Container Hotel Round Top
Flophouze Shipping Container Hotel Motel Round Top

Frequently asked questions

Does Flophouze Shipping Container Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Flophouze Shipping Container Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, Flophouze Shipping Container Hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 30 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Flophouze Shipping Container Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Flophouze Shipping Container Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Flophouze Shipping Container Hotel located?

Situated in a regional park, this motel is within 6 mi (10 km) of Copper Shade Tree, Henkel Square Market, and The Round Top Historical Society. Festival Hill Concert Hall and Lake Fayette are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Flophouze Shipping Container Hotel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.8

Eco-friendliness

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 57 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jose A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a wonderful experience, everything was very peaceful and beautiful. Perfect for escaping the hustle and bustle of the city and connecting with nature and with yourself or your partner on a deeper level. I hope to return soon. Nigel was a wonderful host. If I had to describe FlopHouze Hotel in one word, it would be magical. We loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fun place to stay !
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing, wonderful stay, beautiful area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a unique and lovely place!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna

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

Loved it!

Super cute and clever place. Very accommodating and unique.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you like something unusual and enjoy being off the beaten path you will enjoy staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fun quirky and very comfortable!

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
strongly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

REBECCA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the concept. Beautiful country views. Will be back!!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The space is nice and clean but don't book through Expedia. Hidden charge added after the fact. Receipt says taxes and fees but "fees" are what Expedia gets paid and then the property adds additional cleaning fee you're not aware of. Longtime Expedia customer and I am done with them. Definitely don't book any rental property throught this site.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the unique concept and rustic decor. The main inconvenience was no bathroom sink. We had to brush teeth, etc. in kitchen. Also, ceiling fan and shower could have been cleaner. One light bulb in bedroom was broken and just hanging so we didn't turn it on. Overall, we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great for a quick overnight trip. We were in Houz III which says it can sleep three but preferably two. We had our six year old and thought she could crash on the couch but it just wasn’t comfy enough and she was crammed in with us by midnight. The listing definitely said two is preferred- but I would update to say it really is a two person situation. Other than that, perfectly nice, clean and easy place to crash for a short time.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

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

Best kept secret in Texas

I never write reviews but this spot warrants it. If you’re headed to Round Top or anywhere in the vicinity there’s only one place you should stay. It’s simply the best. From the location, to the coolness of the decor, to the comfortability of the beds, to the magnificent pool, to the stellar communication with Matt the owner and Nigel the groundskeeper aka the unofficial mayor of the town… Flophouze ranks amongst the most memorable spaces I’ve ever stayed. My only regret is telling you people about it because it’ll increase the likelihood I won’t be able to get a booking next time I pass through.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Funky and fun idea for a boutique hotel. you have a couch, a bathroom, a bedroom and a kitchenette with microwave, sink and some basic dishes. Back porch looks out onto a picturesque cow pasture. You have a hammock and firepit for hanging out and relaxing. There is a hot tub and BBQ pit on the property. Containers are painted with murals and offer a great chance to try out his tiny house concept. What to know before you go: 1) The cows mix and mingle freely amongst the containers, so watch your step in the grass. 2) their are no blackout curtains. This means the motion activated lights that come on when the critters move around at nights or from car lights are shining into your bedroom. Thicker curtains should be on their list. Their are QR codes to work everything from the heat to the coffee pot, so you need to find those in the kitchen. They have TINY writing so you may need to look twice to figure it all out. There are lots of ports for charging devices. There is no TV or radio, just a record player, so bring your own book, magazines, or ipad if you want entertainment besides the cows. There isn't much in the area for breakfast, so keeping some food in the little fridge and making do may be a solid plan. Same with beverages and snacks. You are a good distance away from these items if you don't bring them.

10/10 Excellent

Roman

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

good vibes

great place to stay to get away from the city , very efficient and has nice touches of style, the whole place seemed to all go together well with the theme.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

madai

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

Great unique stay !

Such a Unique experience loved it!! Only small complaint was they didn’t clean up the animal droppings I get it, it’s on a farm but just wish they would be better about that around the actual containers Otherwise it was FANTASTIC the beds were AMAZING decor so cute and the record player was so nostalgic for us we bought one when we got home ! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Simply amazing. Will definitely go back.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome experience two years in a row! Matt is an amazing owner (:
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Taylor, Houston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the cows to the pool everything was unique. A truly once in a lifetime memory.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Thesia

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

Great Experience

This place was fantastic! The views of the the country landscape was serene. A great place to unwind, detach and refocus! The accommodations were unique and so clv
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Richard, Fort Worth Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to get away. Unique decor. Friendly host. Overall highly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very serene and quaint. The heated pool is a nice touch, and it was awesome seeing the cows grazing right outside of our container. It was also so much fun walking around the grounds seeing all of the interesting objects which ranged from cool airplane parts, a decommissioned mechanical bull, and a hodgepodge of fun items.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Uber cool place.. a once in a life time experience.. the true green get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is so peaceful and quiet. Cows in the pasture behind the rooms. Fire pits for each room with sitting areas for making s’mores or warming by the fire. No TV, but has WiFi and old school record players with plenty of classic vinyl to choose from. Cute shipping container pool! Comfy, fluffy beds and pillows for a good nights rest
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jolayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Unique, clean, comfortable and well run. Be sure and read the AC instructions on the wall as getting them to cool is a little different. Once going the ACs were awesome. The beds and linens were very comfortable. Responsive and courteous management. Close to all the antique/Round Top sites. Would stay again and recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
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