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 conserved street 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.
During your stay at this guesthouse, you're just a quick walk from Texas State University.
Free WiFi
Onsite recreation includes tennis courts
Just a 1-minute drive from Texas State University and 8 minutes from San Marcos Premium Outlets
This guesthouse offers its guests a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.
This San Marcos guesthouse is smoke free.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Internet access
Things to do
Billiards/pool table
Boat
Books
Games
Golf
Kayak
Tennis
Video library
Outdoors
Garden
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Entertainment
DVD player
TV
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dining table
Kitchen
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
More
Air conditioning
Desk
Heating
Living room
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
No pets allowed
Note from host: No Pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property is also known as
DowntownSanMarcos78666_158529
The Downtown Abbey- The Parlour Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 15 reviews
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12
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 15 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 15 reviews
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Olivia G.
27 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Downtown Abbey
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!
Olivia G.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brent D.
12 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
President
Nice cozy place to stay near Downtown.
Brent D.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cheryll T.
5 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Checking a child into college
Proximity to college
Cheryll T.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sabrina B.
3 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute space!
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.
Sabrina B.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jordan H.
10 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Jordan H.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
TAMARA K.
7 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Very charming stay
TAMARA K.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
kevin f.
5 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Nice and clean. Good location.
kevin f.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cara L.
2 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
visit
wonderful accommodations
Cara L.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dustin J., Floresville, USA
7 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay
Wife wanted to live their couldn't believe its history and time warp when we walked in!
Dustin J.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
8/10 Good
Becky A.
4 Aug 2023
Eclectic, Charming and Excellent Location
Fun and funky place with cute eclectic touches. The owner was communicative-I emailed him about a small issue and he was calling to come right away. I didn’t need it fixed, just wanted to give him a heads up.
Location is fabulous!! It was refreshing to stay somewhere so unique. The bedding was exceptional!
Becky A.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
2/10 Terrible
Christine S.
14 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Would not recommend
When we showed up the the home, there was other people’s stuff in the house, beer in the sink- it was obvious the homeowner double booked the place. Thank God we didn’t barge in on anyone else or vice versa. Def. not cool! We found ourselves trying to book a hotel room at 9pm.
When we call VRBO to get our refund they seemed ok that the homeowner double booked despite my concerns that this is a huge safety concern. Definitely will not be booking through this platform ever again.
A friend and I had a great stay! You can walk to close by restaurant and the Square. Great location for San Marcos. We loved the personality of the apartment in an old church. Decorated well and a great stocked kitchenette. The property manager was great too and helped us get in with the door code. This is only a one bathroom though, but the listing said two bathrooms. It worked for us, but might be more difficult if it is two couples staying in the unit. We loved this place though and would definitely stay again.
Karen S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Amanda C.
2 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
Great location. Walking distance to everything. Beautiful space. Clean and well kept.