Is parking available at the property?

Free self parking is available on-site, but it is limited.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, and guests should contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival for arrangements.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including an elevator and step-free entrances.

Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is situated in Gruene, New Braunfels, just a 1-minute drive from Gruene Hall and 6 minutes from Prince Solms Park. It is also 2.8 miles from Landa Park and 3.3 miles from New Braunfels MarketPlace.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Guests under 21 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property.

Gruene River Hotel & Retreat

What guests think

Reviews of Gruene River Hotel & Retreat highlight a beautiful riverfront setting in walkable Gruene, consistently excellent homemade breakfasts, friendly and attentive service, comfortable themed rooms, and a quiet, convenient getaway feel.

Guests appreciate being steps from Gruene Hall and close to restaurants and shops. Riverside patios, a hot tub, a game room, and complimentary evening wine and beer are highlights. Feedback is overwhelmingly positive, with rare mentions of a worn mattress in one room and an instance of unfriendly staff. Expect a charming stay close to Gruene's attractions.

Facilities

Cleanliness

Rooms

Service

Location

Dining

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Facilities

Riverside patios and verandas, a hot tub, and outdoor areas are frequently praised. Several reviews also note complimentary evening wine and beer, plus easy river access and a game room.

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10

Angela

Jul 25, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Adorable bed & breakfast on the river with an awesome outside view from the back of the property. Would definitely stay again!

10

Gwendolyn

Sep 29, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The rooms were decorated so nicely and bed was very comfortable. Grounds were beautiful. Outstanding staff.

10

Brian

Jan 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

High end property in Gruene centre, with beautiful decor and grounds. Themed bedrooms are charming and fun. Staff exceptionally helpful and thoughtful, as was the owner. I look forward to a return one day.

10

Cindy

May 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This is a lovely and very elegant but comfortable hotel. Gorgeous outdoor patios and it’s right on the river. (Many steps to the riverfront, but they even have a couple of chairs in the river to watch all the people tubing the river.) Our room was spacious and we had a patio overlooking the hot tub. Easy walk to shopping. Breakfast was delicious, the evening wine and beer was enjoyable and overall it was a most wonderful place to stay. Would definitely stay here again if in Gruene.

10

Mary

May 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great rooms and clean property!! Secluded and ambiance is excellent

10

CHRISTOPHER

Aug 6, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Happened upon the Gruene River Hotel & Retreat on Hotels.com. What a find! Can’t say enough about the staff, accommodations, location, the list goes on and on. Newly renovated back porch is incredible. View off the back of the building is incredible. Wildlife roaming around the property is amazing. Homemade free breakfast was terrific. Each room has a unique layout and motif. The personal attention is the best I’ve ever seen and I’ve stayed at hotels extensively in my life. There aren’t enough stars to give this place what it deserves! We will absolutely be back, likely with family and friends in tow!

10

Georgia

Feb 16, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great place to get away from it all. Beautiful room. Love the many porch’s and verandas. Excellent breakfast. Personal touches everywhere.

10

JOSE

Sep 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean . Love the patio

10

Cindy

May 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This is a lovely and very elegant but comfortable hotel. Gorgeous outdoor patios and it’s right on the river. (Many steps to the riverfront, but they even have a couple of chairs in the river to watch the toobers) Our room was spacious and we had a patio overlooking the hot tub. Easy walk to shopping. Breakfast was delicious, the evening wine and beer was enjoyable and overall it was a most wonderful place to stay. Would definitely stay here again if in Gruene.

10

Charlotte

Nov 8, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Absolutely beautiful property located on the river and steps away from Gruene Hall. Our room was very comfortable and had everything we needed. We enjoyed the complimentary late afternoon beer, wine, and snacks along with the morning breakfast which was outstanding. Great game room with large screen tv, shuffle board and pool table. Overall quiet property with so many amenities, something for everyone! Looking forward to our next visit!

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is consistently praised, with multiple guests describing rooms and common areas as very clean. No notable housekeeping complaints appear in the reviews.

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10

Therese

Mar 6, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Everything was great. The free breakfast was wonderful. The staff was very friendly. The property was very nice and clean. We will definitely be back!

10

Jennifer

Sep 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I’ve seen in many places in Gruene. We really liked this one. Our room was nice and clean, large and our bed was very comfortable. We enjoyed the quietness of the hotel, but being close/within walking distance to everything we wanted to do.

10

Mary

May 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great rooms and clean property!! Secluded and ambiance is excellent

10

JOSE

Sep 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean . Love the patio

10

Vernon

Jun 21, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Very nice hotel that was clean and beautiful views and very friendly staff. The breakfast which was included was delicious and fresh and we enjoyed it very much. We will be glad to go back again and enjoy that lovely little hotel.

10

Jennifer

Feb 17, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Green River Hotel & Retreat was a really great place to stay. It was beautiful, clean, quiet, and the service was top shelf. This is our new destination point for trips to the Green/New Braunfels area. Highly recommend it.

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Rooms

Guests praise comfortable, often spacious rooms with charming themed decor, river views or patios, and cozy beds. One review noted a worn mattress in a specific room.

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Priscilla

Jan 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I never sleep, ever, but had no issues getting a good nights rest with their cozy beds and pillows. The views were stunning, fireplace in the room was amazing. Breakfast in the mornings was delicious! Loved being able to walk everywhere in Gruene. There is free Pacman! We loved getting to know the kind staff members. Everything was just perfect and we cant wait to return!

10

Gwendolyn

Sep 29, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The rooms were decorated so nicely and bed was very comfortable. Grounds were beautiful. Outstanding staff.

10

M

Feb 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Stayed in the Victorian Room. The check in, the room, the facility, the breakfast was all exceptional. Very nice place!

8

Diane

Oct 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful property and rooms. Breakfast was wonderful. Only suggestion in our particular room is to change mattress. Felt like we both were laying in a hole.

10

Ilse

Jun 29, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Fabulous different theme rooms, hotel by the river,great breakfast, close to different restaurants as nd wonderful

10

Jennifer

Sep 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I’ve seen in many places in Gruene. We really liked this one. Our room was nice and clean, large and our bed was very comfortable. We enjoyed the quietness of the hotel, but being close/within walking distance to everything we wanted to do.

10

Mary

May 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great rooms and clean property!! Secluded and ambiance is excellent

10

RANDY

Nov 26, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great place. Quiet and comfortable. Perfect couples retreat

10

Cindy

May 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This is a lovely and very elegant but comfortable hotel. Gorgeous outdoor patios and it’s right on the river. (Many steps to the riverfront, but they even have a couple of chairs in the river to watch the toobers) Our room was spacious and we had a patio overlooking the hot tub. Easy walk to shopping. Breakfast was delicious, the evening wine and beer was enjoyable and overall it was a most wonderful place to stay. Would definitely stay here again if in Gruene.

10

Charlotte

Nov 8, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Absolutely beautiful property located on the river and steps away from Gruene Hall. Our room was very comfortable and had everything we needed. We enjoyed the complimentary late afternoon beer, wine, and snacks along with the morning breakfast which was outstanding. Great game room with large screen tv, shuffle board and pool table. Overall quiet property with so many amenities, something for everyone! Looking forward to our next visit!

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Service

Service is widely described as friendly, helpful, and attentive, with personal touches and an engaged owner. There is a single complaint about rudeness.

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10

Therese

Mar 6, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Everything was great. The free breakfast was wonderful. The staff was very friendly. The property was very nice and clean. We will definitely be back!

10

CHRISTOPHER

Feb 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Absolutely LOVE the Gruene River Hotel & Retreat! So many great things about it, I don't know where to start -- location, service, friendliness, free breakfast, added touches that most hotels do not do. I will be staying here every time I go to New Braunfels!

6

Tina

Dec 31, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel was nice but the staff was rude!

10

Brian

Jan 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

High end property in Gruene centre, with beautiful decor and grounds. Themed bedrooms are charming and fun. Staff exceptionally helpful and thoughtful, as was the owner. I look forward to a return one day.

10

CHRISTOPHER

Aug 6, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Happened upon the Gruene River Hotel & Retreat on Hotels.com. What a find! Can’t say enough about the staff, accommodations, location, the list goes on and on. Newly renovated back porch is incredible. View off the back of the building is incredible. Wildlife roaming around the property is amazing. Homemade free breakfast was terrific. Each room has a unique layout and motif. The personal attention is the best I’ve ever seen and I’ve stayed at hotels extensively in my life. There aren’t enough stars to give this place what it deserves! We will absolutely be back, likely with family and friends in tow!

10

Bob

Oct 8, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Property was good as advertised. Staff was excellent and we throughly enjoyed our visit. Breakfast buffet was delicious.

10

Robert Scott

Jul 8, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great people work here. Help with whatever you need.

10

Dannese

Sep 18, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very friendly lady at check in

10

Jennifer

Feb 17, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Green River Hotel & Retreat was a really great place to stay. It was beautiful, clean, quiet, and the service was top shelf. This is our new destination point for trips to the Green/New Braunfels area. Highly recommend it.

10

Justin

May 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great staff and location was perfect.

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Location

Right on the river and a short distance from Gruene Hall, shops, and restaurants, the setting is very convenient. Many also mention that the property remains peaceful despite the central location.

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Jennifer

Mar 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Cozy place, great breakfast. Enjoyed the quiet after returning from festivities. Love that it was in walking distance to food, entertainment and shopping.

10

John

Jun 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful setting right on the river and easy walking distance to all of Gruene attractions.

10

Daphne

Feb 11, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful Property and has friendly staff. The breakfast was great and it is included with your stay. It is in the heart of Gruene and near everywhere you want to go in Gruene. Will definitely return!

8

David P.

Dec 28, 2021

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Stayed 1 night

We enjoyed the stay and especially the location being walking distance to everything we wanted.

10

James

Apr 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

One of the best places I’ve ever stayed at in Gruene. Would recommend to anyone looking for a place to stay, this is it. The location is a three minute walk to the dance hall.

10

Jennifer

Sep 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I’ve seen in many places in Gruene. We really liked this one. Our room was nice and clean, large and our bed was very comfortable. We enjoyed the quietness of the hotel, but being close/within walking distance to everything we wanted to do.

10

Cindy

May 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This is a lovely and very elegant but comfortable hotel. Gorgeous outdoor patios and it’s right on the river. (Many steps to the riverfront, but they even have a couple of chairs in the river to watch all the people tubing the river.) Our room was spacious and we had a patio overlooking the hot tub. Easy walk to shopping. Breakfast was delicious, the evening wine and beer was enjoyable and overall it was a most wonderful place to stay. Would definitely stay here again if in Gruene.

10

CHRISTOPHER

Aug 6, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Happened upon the Gruene River Hotel & Retreat on Hotels.com. What a find! Can’t say enough about the staff, accommodations, location, the list goes on and on. Newly renovated back porch is incredible. View off the back of the building is incredible. Wildlife roaming around the property is amazing. Homemade free breakfast was terrific. Each room has a unique layout and motif. The personal attention is the best I’ve ever seen and I’ve stayed at hotels extensively in my life. There aren’t enough stars to give this place what it deserves! We will absolutely be back, likely with family and friends in tow!

10

Cindy

May 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This is a lovely and very elegant but comfortable hotel. Gorgeous outdoor patios and it’s right on the river. (Many steps to the riverfront, but they even have a couple of chairs in the river to watch the toobers) Our room was spacious and we had a patio overlooking the hot tub. Easy walk to shopping. Breakfast was delicious, the evening wine and beer was enjoyable and overall it was a most wonderful place to stay. Would definitely stay here again if in Gruene.

10

Justin

May 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great staff and location was perfect.

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Dining

Breakfast is repeatedly praised as delicious, homemade or gourmet, and included with the stay. Several reviews also appreciate the complimentary evening wine, beer, and snacks.

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10

Jennifer

Mar 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Cozy place, great breakfast. Enjoyed the quiet after returning from festivities. Love that it was in walking distance to food, entertainment and shopping.

8

Bryan

Jan 26, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

One of my favorite places in Gruene. Comfortable rooms, friendly staff, and fantastic location. Wonderful breakfast and fun happy hour. Worth checking out!

10

Barbara

Feb 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beautifully restored inn. Gourmet breakfast.

10

Therese

Mar 6, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Everything was great. The free breakfast was wonderful. The staff was very friendly. The property was very nice and clean. We will definitely be back!

10

Cindy

May 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This is a lovely and very elegant but comfortable hotel. Gorgeous outdoor patios and it’s right on the river. (Many steps to the riverfront, but they even have a couple of chairs in the river to watch all the people tubing the river.) Our room was spacious and we had a patio overlooking the hot tub. Easy walk to shopping. Breakfast was delicious, the evening wine and beer was enjoyable and overall it was a most wonderful place to stay. Would definitely stay here again if in Gruene.

10

J R

Dec 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was fine, breakfast was excellent & location in Gruene was great!

10

CHRISTOPHER

Aug 6, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Happened upon the Gruene River Hotel & Retreat on Hotels.com. What a find! Can’t say enough about the staff, accommodations, location, the list goes on and on. Newly renovated back porch is incredible. View off the back of the building is incredible. Wildlife roaming around the property is amazing. Homemade free breakfast was terrific. Each room has a unique layout and motif. The personal attention is the best I’ve ever seen and I’ve stayed at hotels extensively in my life. There aren’t enough stars to give this place what it deserves! We will absolutely be back, likely with family and friends in tow!

10

Bob

Oct 8, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Property was good as advertised. Staff was excellent and we throughly enjoyed our visit. Breakfast buffet was delicious.

10

Cindy

May 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This is a lovely and very elegant but comfortable hotel. Gorgeous outdoor patios and it’s right on the river. (Many steps to the riverfront, but they even have a couple of chairs in the river to watch the toobers) Our room was spacious and we had a patio overlooking the hot tub. Easy walk to shopping. Breakfast was delicious, the evening wine and beer was enjoyable and overall it was a most wonderful place to stay. Would definitely stay here again if in Gruene.

10

Charlotte

Nov 8, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Absolutely beautiful property located on the river and steps away from Gruene Hall. Our room was very comfortable and had everything we needed. We enjoyed the complimentary late afternoon beer, wine, and snacks along with the morning breakfast which was outstanding. Great game room with large screen tv, shuffle board and pool table. Overall quiet property with so many amenities, something for everyone! Looking forward to our next visit!

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