The Crystal River Inn
Hotel in San Marcos, TX
2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher
Includes essentialsGarden, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
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About this hotel
Hotel with free parking, a short walk to Texas State University
Concierge services, dry cleaning, and a computer station are available at this hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a library, a garden, and a hair salon are onsite.
Housekeeping is available on request.
The Crystal River Inn offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with bathrobes and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 46-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.
Concierge services, dry cleaning, and a computer station are available at this hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a library, a garden, and a hair salon are onsite.
Housekeeping is available on request.
The Crystal River Inn offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with bathrobes and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 46-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.
Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. This San Marcos hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on request and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Garden
Map of San Marcos, TX
Available Rooms
Classic Room, 1 King Bed
Beds not specified
Sleeps 2
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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed
Beds not specified
Sleeps 2
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Superior Suite
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Sleeps 2
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Family Single Room, 2 Queen Beds
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Sleeps 2
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Classic Room, 1 Bedroom
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Sleeps 2
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Ratings and reviews
5.0 / 10.0
If you like historical architecture and elegance without the extreme modern upgrades, I highly recommend. I always look for a place like The Crystal River Inn when I travel for a unique experience. This is a college town and the streets do get loud with chatter, but I was unbothered by it having lived in NYC for many years. The only ‘quirk’ that might be a bother is the shower head. I am 5’ 3’’ and it was directly in front of my forehead. It needs to be changed as there is a lot of calcium build up, but it got the job done. LOVED the French Press coffee I could make in my room, excellent. An employee named Regina was so kind and helpful, the staff was lovely and the text communication was perfection.
5.0 / 10.0
If you like historical architecture and elegance without the extreme modern upgrades, I highly recommend. I always look for a place like The Crystal River Inn when I travel for a unique experience. This is a college town and the streets do get loud with chatter, but I was unbothered by it having lived in NYC for many years. The only ‘quirk’ that might be a bother is the shower head. I am 5’ 3’’ and it was directly in front of my forehead. It needs to be changed as there is a lot of calcium build up, but it got the job done. LOVED the French Press coffee I could make in my room, excellent. An employee named Regina was so kind and helpful, the staff was lovely and the text communication was perfection.
5.0 / 10.0
So nice and Lovely. Good beds. Nice area. Perfect room. 10 out of 10 stars.
5.0 / 10.0
So nice and Lovely. Good beds. Nice area. Perfect room. 10 out of 10 stars.
10.0 / 10.0
Wonderful!
10.0 / 10.0
Wonderful!
10.0 / 10.0
Cool old place in a great area for the square and university!
10.0 / 10.0
Cool old place in a great area for the square and university!
10.0 / 10.0
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 !
10.0 / 10.0
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 !
10.0 / 10.0
Excellent property
10.0 / 10.0
Excellent property
4.0 / 10.0
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.
4.0 / 10.0
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.
6.0 / 10.0
The property was quaint and the rooms beautifully decorated. The property is a bit rundown and needs to be updated fairly soon. The beds were comfortable and the temperature good. My 2 biggest complaints are 1/ the pillows; extremely full, firm pillows that force your neck into unnatural positions. Asked for softer pillows and they do not carry any. 2/ There was no standing shower and you had to sit in the bathtub to take a shower. There was no instruction to turn on the shower and spent 20 min finally discovering a little latch behind the tub faucet not visible.
6.0 / 10.0
The property was quaint and the rooms beautifully decorated. The property is a bit rundown and needs to be updated fairly soon. The beds were comfortable and the temperature good. My 2 biggest complaints are 1/ the pillows; extremely full, firm pillows that force your neck into unnatural positions. Asked for softer pillows and they do not carry any. 2/ There was no standing shower and you had to sit in the bathtub to take a shower. There was no instruction to turn on the shower and spent 20 min finally discovering a little latch behind the tub faucet not visible.
10.0 / 10.0
Comfortable bed and room. The location was very convenient to TXST and downtown San Marcos.
10.0 / 10.0
Comfortable bed and room. The location was very convenient to TXST and downtown San Marcos.
8.0 / 10.0
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.
8.0 / 10.0
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.
10.0 / 10.0
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.
10.0 / 10.0
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.
10.0 / 10.0
Had a great stay here! Loved how I could walk to different needs around me and really enjoyed the coziness of the room.
10.0 / 10.0
Had a great stay here! Loved how I could walk to different needs around me and really enjoyed the coziness of the room.
10.0 / 10.0
Very cozy
10.0 / 10.0
Very cozy
10.0 / 10.0
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!
10.0 / 10.0
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!
6.0 / 10.0
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..
6.0 / 10.0
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..
2.0 / 10.0
The room was at the front of the house very loud. The whole time I was there I never saw anyone who worked there. It’s a bed and breakfast with no breakfast. What a rip off I should’ve just stayed at the la Quinta like always.
2.0 / 10.0
The room was at the front of the house very loud. The whole time I was there I never saw anyone who worked there. It’s a bed and breakfast with no breakfast. What a rip off I should’ve just stayed at the la Quinta like always.
1.0 / 10.0
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.
1.0 / 10.0
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.
10.0 / 10.0
LOVE LOVEEEEE THIS PLACE!!! If you are into Victorian/vintage this is the place for you!
Feels like home
10.0 / 10.0
LOVE LOVEEEEE THIS PLACE!!! If you are into Victorian/vintage this is the place for you!
Feels like home
4.0 / 10.0
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.
4.0 / 10.0
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.
6.0 / 10.0
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.
6.0 / 10.0
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.
FAQs
How much does this hotel cost compared to others in San Marcos?
The average price for a rental in San Marcos is £103 per night. This rental is £6 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this hotel?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Crystal River Inn. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hotel?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hotel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is The Crystal River Inn pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at The Crystal River Inn?
We found 5 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, internet / wifi, parking, laundry, and garden.
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