Our wedding party checked in to the Grurene River Inn on a Wednesday afternoon. The staff was very…read morefriendly. Check-in was very smooth. We stayed in the GUADALUPE HAVEN room. Parking was so easy just steps from the front door. Our room was very clean. Loved the fireplace a few things that really need to be noted, is how close the hotel is to everything. It is an amazing location. We walk to our dinner reservations. They also serve wine in the lobby in the evening. The breakfast served in the morning was so good! The view from our table of the pool and the river was just beautiful. At breakfast, we all loved the yogurt parfait. It had crushed pineapple and kiwi. They had sausage, biscuits, and gravy, beautiful quiche, Pastries, so many beverage options. Everyone was so impressed. We all very much enjoyed our stay at the Gruene River Inn.

Let me start by saying that when change is made, it should be for the better. This has been a stop…read moreon our travel between family visitations on the I-35 corridor for many years. It always had a welcoming, rustic, hill-country feel to it that matched the surroundings. Our last stay I was really disappointed at the changes that had been made to the decor mostly because they make no sense and did not improve the property in any way. I sincerely hope that the owners did not pay for this decor design. It's pretty awful. (And kind of funny bc it's ALL over the place). What used to be rustic and charming now seems to be modern (gold fixtures, tiled shower, trash cans) asian (black trim, bathroom doors, headboard fabric), kitschy (lasso bedside lamps- that aren't good for reading and don't dim), with a 50's retro flair (the refrigerator and the blue tooth), and modern cowboy art on the walls. Yet, no one thought to include charging ports for electronics! It's so confusing. They pulled out the nice big tub and put in a shower that doesn't have a door and has a shower head with no pressure and no direction to it- so to say it plainly, it's difficult to get clean! Amongst all the changes perhaps fixing the toilet so it doesn't randomly run might have been a good choice. One of the reasons we use to like to stay were the delicious breakfast tacos that were provided. I don't know if they will come back or not as the lobby was under construction, but based on the decor choices my guess is they will make some equally terrible decision regarding the lobby and maybe do away with it all together? Who knows!What it has going for it is that the views are amazing (thankfully they couldn't change that or my guess is they would have)! The bed was comfortable and the towels were top notch. Maybe if you've never been before you won't find it as disturbing but I just had a hard time reconciling the fact that they paid to make the place worse. We might have to find different digs when we're in the area.

I had such a wonderful stay at Kuebler Waldrip House Bed & Breakfast!…read more Everything about the experience was top-notch. The room was absolutely beautiful--so cute, thoughtfully decorated, and spotless. The bed was incredibly comfortable, which made it easy to fully relax and enjoy the stay. The common room was such a nice touch--it was always stocked with drinks and snacks and available anytime, which made it feel extra welcoming and homey. The grounds were peaceful and quiet, perfect for unwinding, and the location was super convenient for getting into town. And the breakfast... WOW. Truly to die for. Everything was perfectly cooked, delicious, and there was plenty to eat. The atmosphere during breakfast was so fun and inviting--it really felt like a special experience, not just a meal. Margy and Darrell Waldrip were fantastic hosts--so kind, welcoming, and attentive. They made the whole stay feel warm and personal. I would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area!

What a warm and welcoming place to stay. It is very rustic, warm and comfortable!…read moreDarrel and his mom are very kind people and we would go there again if ever we are in the area. We so appreciate their hospitality. The breakfast is delicious and the coffee great! I highly recommend this wonderful place!

My husband and I were looking for something low key to do for our 29th anniversary. We chose the…read moreMansion because it seemed local and we didn't want to drive a lot. We hit the jackpot! There were a few different types of rooms to choose from and we chose the Penthaus 15 because it was on the River. This room is not for tall people (we are not). Choose another room if you're tall! We loved that it's all original buildings from 1800s in the area. Had good plumbing and amazing AC (thank God!) and quite a bit of charm. Please note this is not a bed n breakfast anymore. But The Pantry is a part of the main office and they serve breakfast for reasonable prices. My lox and bagel was amazing and my husband's taco was delicious. Breakfast was a local affair. So many people and everyone was small town friendly. We sat on the porch but there were tables inside and on the back patio. The Texas Pecan Coffee was so good I bought some to bring home. Location of the mansion was perfect! We never even got in our car all weekend!! Shops, live music, bars, parks, river tubing was all within a few blocks. So close that if we needed to cool down (June in TX with no ac in some shops and restaurants) we would just swing back to the room for about 15 mins, cool down, and then keep going. So much live music to enjoy. I see some reviews that complain about music at night but we were not bothered by any of it. We had to strain to hear anything outside our room. The Inn provides earplugs but we didn't use them. We've already promised each other to come back again in the fall when it's a little cooler. And of course we will stay at the Gruene Mansion Inn.

Another outstanding weekend at the Gruene Mansion Inn. From the minute we arrived, the staff made…read moreus feel like family. We've stayed here a dozen times and are looking forward to our next dozen. Thanks for everything, See you again soon.

Love this place. Been coming for years. Not the most modern place, but if you like the old school…read morevibe it's a very homey place to stay near the river.

My Fiancé and I just returned from a lovely weekend at Lamb's Rest Inn. We stayed in the Lillycot…read moreGarden Cottage and it was absolutely perfect. The whole property is set back from the road and feels secluded and private while still being just a mile away from the hustle and bustle of Gruene. The cottage is absolutely adorable. The main house also has guest rooms, but the big deal is their Bistro and common area. The Bistro is accessible 24/7 and has great snacks, coffee, and of course breakfast foods. While feeling lazy we took advantage of one of the puzzles in the common room until ready to explore Gruene in the evening. BTW, I'm totally better at completing puzzles (sorry, love!). Check in was super easy. This was just what we needed to get away from it all, and we'll be back again!

Absolutely adorable! We staid here in early November and the weather was definitely. It was perfect…read morewalking distance from every bar, restaurant, and shop. The inside is decked out to the nines while remaining cozy and comfy.

What a beautiful peaceful place to stay. My husband and I got away to celebrate our anniversary at…read moreSophies Gasthaus! This was our first time staying here but definitely not our last. This beautiful home is impeccably clean and has met every need and beyond Our expectation. A perfect synthesis of 1906 architecture and structure and modern internal decor! Not only is it a beautiful place to stay but it was most comfortable too. The bed was plush, the game room was fun, the place is impeccably clean, the pool was so relaxing and breakfast in the sunroom was such a nice touch! If you like peaceful beautiful surroundings this is the place to stay!

Called to book a reservation and the lady on the phone was VERY RUDE. Saying "you know this isn't a…read morehotel, right?". We only called because there was no way of booking online. DEFINITELY WILL NOT TRY TO BOOK THIS PLACE AGAIN!

We were greeted with such kindness and great people! Clean sheets! Clean cabins!! We were not…read moredisappointed!! Lovely lovely place with the HUGE BEAUTIFUL OAK TREES!! Thank you for the wonderful space to stay!

A Diamond in The Hill Country ! If you're looking for a relaxing Bed & Breakfast in the Texas Hill…read moreCountry with super hospitality, a pool, and beautiful lake views, Justin & Jean Robinson's "Lakehouse Bed and Breakfast at Canyon Lake", managed by Justin as "operator and breakfast chef" is the place to go ! We stayed there from Thursday April 23rd - Sunday April 26th 2026. It was like living in an Italian Villa and you would be hard pressed to find a more gracious host and chef than Justin anywhere ! He's been doing this for over twenty years ! We arrived at the Lakehouse around 3:00 pm and were immediately welcomed by Justin who carried our bags to our upstairs Medici Room and gave us a tour of the house. Justin also provided us with excellent tips on things to see and do in the area, as well as suggestions for restaurants for lunches and dinners. Thursday evening, we ate dinner on the outside patio of Gennaro's Trattoria where we enjoyed their Authentic Italian Kitchen. Friday morning, we enjoyed a delicious omelet breakfast in the Lakehouse breakfast room overlooking Canyon Lake and great conversation with other guests. Following breakfast, we took a leisurely drive down River Road to the quaint town of Gruene (that's pronounced "Green"). There, we had lunch at the Gruene River Grill, followed by a relaxing stroll through the many antique and boutique shops in Gruene, and a visit to Gruene Hall, Texas' Oldest Dance Hall. We then returned to Canyon Lake and enjoyed some merlot wine and cheese and crackers (which we had brought with us) on the Lakehouse's covered outdoor patio overlooking Canyon Lake. We had dinner at Canyon Lake's Wildflour Artisan Bakery & Grill which offers a full menu. On Saturday morning, we enjoyed a delicious Belgian waffle breakfast in the Lakehouse breakfast room. Following breakfast, we drove to the town of Blanco and visited Arnosky's Flower Farm. After walking around the beautiful flower fields, we bought some beverages and snacks inside Arnosky's barn and sat in the chairs on the barn's covered back porch patio overlooking the flower fields, humming bee feeders, and bird feeders. You could sit there a long time as the scene is ever changing. From Arnosky's, we drove to Tillman's Cabin Resort in Blanco and ate lunch at the Rio Blanco Café overlooking the Blanco river. After lunch, we drove to the original 1885 Blanco Court House in downtown Blanco where we took a leisurely self-guided tour of the courthouse. We also visited Blanco's many antique and boutique shops. Saturday evening, we attended the 4 pm mass at Canyon Lake's St. Thomas The Apostle Church. At the end of mass, we witnessed one of their congregants step up to the lectern with the pastor's approval, talk about what the bible says about a wife, ask the lady in the front row next to us to step forward, and then bent down on one knee and asked her to marry him in front of the entire church congregation, and she said "YES" and they kissed. What a beautiful proposal ! Following mass, we had dinner on the outside patio of Canyon Lake's Elio's Osteria e Pizzeria. On the evening drive back to the Lakehouse, we saw lots of white tail deer in the neighborhood. On Sunday morning, we enjoyed a delicious scone and quiche breakfast in the Lakehouse breakfast room. We again enjoyed conversing with the other guests as we had every day, and then we packed and headed home. Sorry for the length of this review but my wife and I thought readers might enjoy hearing about what one can do from The Lakehouse Bed and Breakfast at Canyon Lake. The Lakehouse is centrally located in the Texas Hill Country and opens this area up to you like a box of chocolates!

This beautiful property provided the perfect escape we needed from DFW. After a breathtaking drive…read moreto the Hill Country, we arrived at The Lakehouse and were welcomed by Justin, who showed us around and helped us carry our items upstairs to the Le Metropolitain room. This private access room includes its own balcony with a hot tub and stunning views of Canyon Lake. The room itself is decorated beautifully and the king bed is super-comfortable. The private on-property pool was the perfect place to spend a sunny afternoon. I agree with all the previous visitors who raved about Justin's fantastic breakfasts! Day 1 included orange scones and a delicious zucchini fritatta and roasted potatoes - incredible. Day 2, by special request, included strawberries Romanov and eggs benedict with sausage. Thank you, Justin, for the wonderful food and conversation. We highly recommend this gem and can't wait to visit again soon!

They let us check in early. Our room was well appointed. This hotel was very nice. We payed for…read morebreakfast there and it was super tasty. Loved the pastries. We spent a lot of time on the deck where we could see the river. Overall it was a nice stay and we will be back again.

I stayed here for a weekend for a friend's wedding in town. The location is right next to the…read morehighway and near plenty of restaurants and shops too. The lobby and hotel room were very clean. The service at the front desk and market restaurant was friendly and very helpful. Definitely would stay here again!