Gruene Homestead Inn

The Tringalis _{on Google}

Jan 5th, 2024

Unfortunately, we can not recommend this place. This location is expensive for what you receive. Although confirming an early check-in was okay, they failed to note that there was a change at 11 unless we wanted to sit there for an hour because although the room was ready, it was theoretically too early despite the $500+ rooms, plus more for a family dog, more fees are required om top of that. We also had a family member with a disability that required a service dog that had to stay elsewhere or pay other absorbent fees as they did not want to take the time to discuss the law. The rooms are acceptable but not cleaned throughly and nothing special or memorable. Be sure to bring socks that you don't mind getting filthy or slippers as the floors were very dirty. Also, it is quite a far distance from anything in town, about 15 minutes driving minimum with no congestion, and nothing is walkable, which is a bummer in a small ish town. The breakfast is nicely presented, but without any flavor. I also would not have taken the time to leave the feedback, but after unpleasant interactions with staff, I figure I might as well as that was the tipping point to lead me not to not want to return despite a family trip here each year. There was another staff member who seemed nice, but with apparently little to no authority (who said come on over for the early check-in), definitely good cop bad cop vibes. Very passive aggressive responses too, but never any specifics about the actual facts as we clearly laid them out. Apparently the quality had fallen off under new ownership, so sad when this happens.

Alison Braune _{on Google}

Jan 3rd, 2024

Can't beat the location and charm!
Rooms: A step back in time, with modern conveniences and attention to guest experience.
Nearby activities: Walk to Gruene Hall!

Parley Bates _{on Google}

Nov 29th, 2023

Fantastic stay! Comfortable rooms in their own little houses. I only stayed one night and didnt have much time to explore the grounds, but the room was nice and homey. 10/10 recommend!