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The Crystal River Inn

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, walk to Texas State University

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The Crystal River Inn

Classic Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board
Courtyard
Front of property
Family Single Room, 2 Queen Beds | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board
Classic Room, 1 King Bed | Bathroom | Jetted tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes

Overview of The Crystal River Inn

Reviews
8.0

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Business servicesBusiness servicesBusiness services

Check out the area

Map
326 W Hopkins St, San Marcos, TX, 78666
  • Popular LocationTexas State University6 min walk
  • Popular LocationSan Marcos River13 min walk
  • Popular LocationRio Vista Park15 min walk
  • AirportAustin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)36 min drive

Room options

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Portable fan
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Single Room, 2 Queen Beds | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Family Single Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Portable fan
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Classic Room, 1 Bedroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Classic Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Portable fan
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Portable fan
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room

Classic Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Classic Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Portable fan
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Suite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Superior Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Suite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Superior Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Portable fan
Jetted bathtub
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Exterior
Wingate by Wyndham San Marcos
Pool
Breakfast included
Parking included
Free WiFi
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
The price is $122
per night
$140 total
includes taxes & fees
May 4 - May 5
Wingate by Wyndham San Marcos

About the neighborhood

San Marcos

Located in San Marcos, The Crystal River Inn is in the city center and near a metro station. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Blanco Shoals Natural Area and Blue Hole Regional Park, while Texas Music Theater and Calaboose African American History Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Bobcat Soccer Complex or Bobcat Ballpark.
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What's nearby

  • Texas State University - 6 min walk
  • San Marcos City Park - 12 min walk
  • San Marcos River - 13 min walk
  • Rio Vista Park - 15 min walk
  • Wonder World - 18 min walk

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Torchy’S Tacos - 7 min walk
  • North Street - 2 min walk
  • The Root Cellar Cafe & Brewery - 9 min walk
  • Gumby’s Pizza San Marcos - 2 min walk
  • CRAFThouse Kitchen & Tap - 8 min walk

About this property

The Crystal River Inn

Hotel near San Marcos Premium Outlets
Texas State University is located near The Crystal River Inn, which provides a garden, a hair salon, and a library. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and conference space, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • A banquet hall, concierge services, and a computer station
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as perks like free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Jetted tubs, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Wardrobes/closets and housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Things to do

  • Library

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Conference space

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.
  • Area rug in room
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV

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 available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

This property is undergoing renovations from January 1 2024 to April 1 2024 (completion date subject to change).
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.
The following facilities are closed on Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday:
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property 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
Onsite 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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 The Crystal River Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Crystal River Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Crystal River Inn?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

What time is check-out at The Crystal River Inn?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is The Crystal River Inn located?

Located in the heart of San Marcos, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Witliff Collections and Texas State University. Texas Music Theater and Calaboose African American History Museum are also within 10 minutes. San Marcos Station is 13 minutes by foot.

The Crystal River Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 187 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 187 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 187 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 187 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 187 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Pam

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly. This property does not work well for people over 60 plus. The claw tub looks cute but is not practical for someone older. The club down the street was not a problem. However, road noise did not ease up until after midnight and some incidents even much later. Grounds were not kept and need some attending..
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Rodolfo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Yikes
The hotel is very rundown but it’s under new ownership so it will most likely improve. The beds and linens are clean but sadly the floors creak, walls are thin, wood around the bathtub is rotting, no hot water ( this may not be the hotels fault but due to very cold weather), door to bathroom sticks and locks you inside even if you don’t lock the door. It took my son on one side and me inside the bathroom pulling and tugging for several minutes on the cheap door handle for me to get out. I hate to give a bad review but it was not good.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
LOVE LOVEEEEE THIS PLACE!!! If you are into Victorian/vintage this is the place for you! Feels like home
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Randy

Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

David, Austin

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Roberto

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Glad we came before changes start.
We liked to visit this place because of its tradition and Victorian style. I understand it is now becoming modernized. I just wish in the future breakfast was more of an option choices of the traditional style. Yes, things change and I only hope traditions are not lost. We did enjoy our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Emily

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house. The innkeeper was so nice and the breakfast was great. Great location. I would say I didn’t realize there was not central AC but there was a window unit. I also was suprised that there was not a shower at all but there was a bathtub. Just be aware that it is an older home with older accommodations. My son locked the bathroom door and it wouldn’t unlock so after about 20-30 minutes of him being stuck with no AC I had to take the knob off the door. The innkeeper was able to bring me screwdrivers to use.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023