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The Downtown Abbey

2.0 star property
Country house near Texas State University in San Marcos

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

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516 W Hopkins, San Marcos, TX, 78666
  • Place, Texas State University
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, San Marcos River
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Rio Vista Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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Suite, Ensuite (The Drawing Room)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 800 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, Private Bathroom (The Parlour - Two Bedroom)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1195 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Condo, Ensuite (The Great Hall)

  • 2200 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Apartment, Private Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 16
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Marcos

Heritage stay.A stay at this Heritage country house places you steps from Witliff Collections and within a 5-minute walk of Texas State University. Texas Music Theater and Calaboose African American History Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Texas State University - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Texas Music Theater - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • San Marcos River - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Rio Vista Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 15 min walk
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Dahlia Bistro - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Square - San Marcos - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Gumby's Pizza - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Urban Bird Hot Chicken - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Taproom Pub & Grub - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Downtown Abbey

Country house near Texas State University in San Marcos
The Downtown Abbey offers its guests an outdoor tennis court and an indoor tennis court. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. The Downtown Abbey also features karaoke and a garden. Free self parking is available.

This San Marcos country house is smoke free.

  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • Karaoke
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • Computer for guest use
  • No smoking on site
The Downtown Abbey offers 3 accommodations. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Indoor tennis court
  • Karaoke
  • Outdoor tennis court

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The property is professionally cleaned.

Property is also known as

The Downtown Abbey San Marcos
The Downtown Abbey Country House
The Downtown Abbey Country House San Marcos

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Downtown Abbey to the airport?

The Downtown Abbey is 34.2 mi (42-min drive) away from the Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Downtown Abbey?

As of Mar 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Downtown Abbey on Apr 14, 2026 start from $163, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Downtown Abbey have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Downtown Abbey.

Does The Downtown Abbey offer free breakfast?

The Downtown Abbey does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Downtown Abbey?

No, there is no casino at this country house.

What time is check-in at The Downtown Abbey?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Downtown Abbey?

This country house offers free self parking.

Does The Downtown Abbey have a pool?

The Downtown Abbey does not have a pool.

Does The Downtown Abbey have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this country house.

How close is The Downtown Abbey to downtown San Marcos?

The Downtown Abbey is 0.4 mi away from San Marcos.

The Downtown Abbey Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 47 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I am a very light sleeper. The images online don’t reflect the true nature of this property. The building is a Triplex. We stayed on the bottom floor with two bedrooms, kitchen, one bath , and living all on one level. The front bedroom is loud. The street is a busy one - so expect car noises and general loud late night shenanigans in a college town. The other bedroom shares a wall with another larger 3 story unit. The walls are paper thin. You can hear a fart on the other side of wall. As far as cleanliness - this space is spotless. Beds are comfortable. Host is super responsive. Location is supreme. Would we stay here again ? Probably not. My sleep is critical, and between the street noise and the other guests in such close proximity - this is a hard no for me. If you sleep heavy- then yes. Stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

MONICA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Loved it! Cozy and clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Haylee

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful Property and well kept Inside

Very convenient access to Texas State University and walking distance to the square. We stayed here to move our daughter into her dorm room and it was a nice stay. We didn’t find the double bed room until check out morning because we thought it was one of the “secure privacy” rooms to another unit. We made due with the upstairs bedroom but it was kinda hot upstairs. Parking for Unit B was good to our needs. Fit two SUV’s easy. Overall we will be back to staycation here to visit our daughter. The historic building was well preserved in it’s natural beauty with creating a 3 unit housing complex.
Beautiful Kitchen Table
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Madison

Disliked: Amenities
I was told roaches were “ normal “ My girls were there no longer than 15 min Ended up having to get them a hotel room down the street. I Was credited 65. So this was a loss for us
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marianita, RICHMOND

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Place! Very comfortable and clean and the neighborhood is quiet. The history behind the church is visible and just amazing. This is our place to book from now on as our kiddos attend Texas State University.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Angie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Place was great but no hot water when arrived, but all in all they reimbursed me part of my money for not having hot water, definitely would book again! I loved the spot!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelica, Houston

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historical place to stay. It was spacious and quiet right next to the university for visiting parents. Check in was easy and parking right up front. Lovely vintage decor. I do plan to return and stay when visiting my son at school.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, cold AC, comfortable bed, and fairly quiet location. Easy walk to the square, bars, and restaurants. Parking for a large vehicle might be a challenge. Loved the decor and style of the unit. Very comfortable place to stay overall. Bathroom is a bit dark and could use a better lighting. Overall, this was a fantastic stay in a great location. Super clean!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

breanna

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Charming

We had the spacious Drawing Room, complete with a full kitchen and sitting room. Looking out our window we saw three deer resting in the strip of trees behind the property, wonderful to see since you’re in the middle of town. Only negative: hot and cold settings are reversed in the shower so I got the cold shower and my husband was smart enough to figure it out. Beautiful, unusual property and convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service

Nice Place

We enjoyed how they renovated an historic church. Nicely done. There are also alot of eaterys in walking distance. You do have to gather the linings and clean up before you leave. Although this may be normal for this sort of place. Also, there is a lot of road noise as it faces the road. Its also worth noteing, the instructions/check in are done through messaging. It wasn't a problem. just know before you go.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Pam

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place. Note that the sleeper couch is only a single size. No problem for me, but would be an issue if you intended to use it for two people. Having said that, it was the most comfortable sleeper couch I’ve ever used.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirlee

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely, clean and comfortable!

My daughter and I spent one night here before touring TXST. We were very impressed with the architecture and Interior design! The place was very clean, temperature was well controlled and really overall positive! Only thing that was a little bit weird was the door that connected to someone else's closet (we put the chest in fron of it), and that the house wasn't lit up from the outside so it was a little bit challenging to see from the street in the dark , in the rain. Overall- Lovely!!!!! We are likely to come again with more family members! The bed was so comfy- I slept much better than I normally do in hotels!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved it!

Such a unique place to stay with so much character! Walking distance to campus and the strip. Comfortable and roomy.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Laura

Disliked: Staff & service

Terrible Check-In

Just know if you book same day you may not receive your check-in code before arrival. My daughter had been released from the ER after an asthma attack and needed a room. I booked early afternoon, with check-in at 4. She arrived at 6pm and waited outside until 7:05 before getting the check-in code. I called the number listed numerous times with no answer and spent 40 minutes online with Hotels.com trying to get it resolved. I finally received a call from someone at Downtown Abbey and simply received an "I'm sorry. I've been away from the phone." It was an unacceptable response. Hotels.com told me codes could take up to 24 hours to receive, even with same day bookings but admitted it was not posted on the site. I didn't ask for a full refund, but I did request some compensation for the terrible service and no notice codes were not guaranteed by check-in. That was refused. After using Hotels.com for years, this is the first problem and I am very disappointed in their response.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025