The Downtown Abbey- The Parlour

San Marcos, Texas
$290 avg/night
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Guest House

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Enjoy a one of a kind stay at the Downtown Abbey. Eloquently designed and conveniently located.

We are just off of the town’s charming historic square in the heart of San Marcos

Are you visiting Texas State 10 minute walk
Do you want to cool off in a spring fed river 5 minute drive
Are you hungry for a bite to eat or a couple drinks on the square 5 minute walk

The historic Belvin Street in parallel to Hopkins. Enjoy a stroll down this beautifully conservedstreet and learn a bit of history about San Marcos.


The Downtown Abbey is charming late victorian era estate centrally located in the center of San Marcos. It is walking distance to several incredible natural landmarks like the Blanco and San Marcos rivers. It is a short drive to both Austin and San Antonio. A perfect place to stay and relax or to explore Texas from.

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Feature Features

  • MORE

    Books Games Smoke-free Property Video Library Desk Iron/ironing Board
  • OUTDOOR

    Garden
  • INTERNET

    Available In All Rooms: Free WiFi Available In Some Public Areas: Internet Access
  • THINGS TO DO

    Billiards/pool Table Boating Golfing Kayaking Tennis
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    DVD Player Dining Table Kitchen Microwave Refrigerator Separate Living Room
  • ACTIVITIES NEARBY

    Birdwatching Cycling Fishing Golfing Hunting Kayaking Motor Boating Rafting Rock Climbing Snorkeling
  • BEDROOM

    Air Conditioning Bed Sheets Heating
  • BATHROOM

    Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Towels
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    DVD Player TV
  • FOOD AND DRINK

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dining Table Kitchen Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Robert

    Submitted Jun 20, 2023

    Stayed Jun 12, 2023

    Great place

  • Gretchen J.

    Submitted Jan 1, 2026

    Stayed Dec 31, 2025

    Lovely place and perfect location for exploring San Marcos!

  • Warren D.

    Submitted Dec 2, 2025

    Stayed Nov 28, 2025

    The coffee maker would not work until it was Descaled - no vinegar around so didn't take the chance it would clean with water only which was disappointing as I need my morning coffee. Something the cleaning crew should not have overlooked. Got woke up both nights by neighbor guests in the Great Hall as the walls are paper thin - second night worse, loud and drunk 'til 1 AM. Bathtub not ideal and curtain would not fully surround so keeping the water in and not on the floors was a task - would have preferred a shower. Someone with mobility issues certainly would have a hard time getting in and out of the tub. TV needs to be hooked up to an antenna for local channels or cable as the apps did not work properly - one in Spanish only (Netflix). If you are looking for a quiet getaway - this isn't it. If you like niche old building which was once a Lutheran Church and close to campus it is fine. Old hardwood floors that creak when you walk is nice and overall the place is clean. Why the host would instruct the guest to clean the dishes and put the linens near the front door is odd considering the cost, seems like that should be housekeeping's responsibility.

  • Rena S.

    Submitted Nov 12, 2025

    Stayed Nov 8, 2025

    Great place with historic flare. Easy to work with Ryan. Beds were comfortable and great seating for lounging. We will definitely stay again when we return. Thank you for the great hospitality!

  • Adam S.

    Submitted Oct 9, 2025

    Stayed Sep 27, 2025

    Nice

  • Rebecca J.

    Submitted Sep 27, 2025

    Stayed Sep 6, 2025

    Love this place. Perfect location

  • Beth C.

    Submitted Aug 18, 2025

    Stayed Aug 16, 2025

    Cute place and good location. We enjoyed our stay!( might get some spoons for the coffee bar)

  • Daniel G.

    Submitted Aug 2, 2025

    Stayed Jul 30, 2025

    Great property with a solid location in downtown San Marcos. Great communication from the host

  • Karen H.

    Submitted Jul 11, 2025

    Stayed Jul 10, 2025

    Drive up appeal was rather poor with high grass. Wi-fi did not work. Impossible to figure out how to get TV to play. Recommend instructions.

  • James G.

    Submitted Jun 17, 2025

    Stayed Jun 15, 2025

    Perfect stay for our needs while we attended student orientation. Quiet and peaceful. All of our needs met. Love the historical aspects of the building. Our only issue was a bit of a rain leak caused the floor and rug to be wet upon entry, but to be expected in a historic building.

  • Olivia G.

    Submitted Jan 27, 2025

    Stayed Jan 25, 2025

    I loved it! My friends and I needed a weekend away back in our old college town, and the location was perfect! A walk away from the square and just overall a beautiful place. Will definitely be returning!

  • Brent D.

    Submitted Jan 12, 2025

    Stayed Jan 11, 2025

    Nice cozy place to stay near Downtown.

  • Cheryll T.

    Submitted Sep 5, 2024

    Stayed Aug 16, 2024

    Proximity to college

  • Sabrina B.

    Submitted Sep 3, 2024

    Stayed Aug 3, 2024

    Very cute space! Pillows were a bit flat, but otherwise beds were comfortable. Bathroom is a clawfoot tub only (not deal breaker, just important to know). It shares walls with other units, and they have a lot of notices posted about noise, so worth noting if you're trying to have a somewhat rowdy weekend with friends.

  • TAMARA K.

    Submitted Jul 7, 2024

    Stayed Jun 25, 2024

    Very charming stay

  • kevin f.

    Submitted Jul 5, 2024

    Stayed Jul 3, 2024

    Nice and clean. Good location.

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Total

Includes taxes and fees
$290+
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