Overnight Accommodations at Landmark Inn

Hotel rooms have: One queen-size bed, hot breakfast (served at Hillside Boutique Hotel), antique wardrobes, hair dryer, basic toiletries, WiFi, climate control, access to common spaces on the veranda, patio, parlor, ice machine, five-acre park-like setting with short hiking trails along the Medina River, river access for fishing, and free parking. 

At-grade access only into rooms 1, 7, and 8. Private bathrooms only in rooms 1 and 4 

Hotel rooms do not have: Televisions, telephones, coffeemakers, refrigerators, roll out beds, room service, overnight front desk service, vending machines, or transportation to or from San Antonio International Airport. 

For more information, please see our policies listed below. 

To make a reservation, please call 1-830-931-2133. 

Room #1 – First Floor, Vance Hotel 

Cool, white walls and a high ceiling with open cypress beams welcome you to this first-floor bedroom, which features furnishings sympathetic to the 1850s, including wood-style tile floors, a spacious wardrobe, desk, and nightstand. The room includes a private bathroom. 

• Rate is $140 per night 
• Maximum capacity is two people 
• At-grade access 
• 220 square feet 

Room #2 – Second Floor, Vance Hotel 

This corner room with two windows is located upstairs on the far southwest end of the Vance Hotel. It features furnishings and décor sympathetic to the late 1800s, such as warmly painted walls, comfortable carpeting in scarlet and red, a wardrobe, and nightstand. A short hallway leads to the bathroom, which is shared with Room 3. Guests can enjoy beautiful scenery while relaxing on the porch in rocking chairs. 

• Rate is $120 per night 
• Maximum capacity is two people 
• Rooms 2 & 3 are available as a suite (2 beds, 1 bath) for $180 per night 
• Rooms 2, 3, and 4 are available as a suite (3 beds, 2 baths) for $300 per night 
• Room 2 is 125 square feet (plus shared bathroom) 

Room #3 – Second Floor, Vance Hotel 

This spacious room with a window over Florence Street is located upstairs on the southwest end of the Vance Hotel. It features furnishings and décor sympathetic to the late 1800s, such as warmly painted walls, comfortable carpeting in scarlet and red, a wardrobe, dresser, and nightstand. A side door leads to the bathroom, which is shared with Room 2. Guests can enjoy beautiful scenery while relaxing on the porch in rocking chairs. 

• Rate is $120 per night 
• Maximum capacity is two people  
• Rooms 2 & 3 are available as a suite (2 beds, 1 bath) for $180 per night  
• Rooms 2, 3, and 4 are available as a suite (3 beds, 2 baths) for $300 per night 
• Room 3 is 210 square feet (plus shared bathroom) 

Room #4 – Second Floor, Vance Hotel 

This spacious room is our finest. It has a window over Florence Street and is located centrally at the head of the stairs on the second floor of Vance Hotel. It features furnishings and décor sympathetic to the late 1800s, such as warmly painted walls, comfortable carpeting in scarlet and gold, a wardrobe, dresser, and nightstand. This room features a private bathroom. Guests can enjoy beautiful scenery while relaxing on the porch in rocking chairs. 

• Rate is $160 per night 
• Private bathroom 
• Maximum capacity is two people  
• Rooms 2, 3, and 4 are available as a suite (3 beds, 2 baths) for $300 per night 
• Room 4 is 260 square feet 
• Room 4 at the Landmark Inn State Historic Site, reflecting the late 1800s in green, brown, and maroon colors 

Room #5 – Second Floor, Vance Hotel 

This corner room with two windows is located upstairs on the northwest end of the Vance Hotel overlooking Florence and Fiorella streets. It features furnishings and décor sympathetic to the late 1800s, such as warmly painted walls, comfortable carpeting in tan and black, a wardrobe, and nightstand. A short hallway leads to the bathroom, which is shared with Room 6. Guests can enjoy beautiful scenery while relaxing on the porch in rocking chairs. 

• Rate is $120 per night 
• Maximum capacity is two people 
• Rooms 5 & 6 are available as a suite (2 beds, 1 bath) for $180 per night 
• Room 5 is 170 square feet (plus shared bathroom) 

Room #6 – Second Floor, Vance Hotel 

This unique room is located upstairs on the northern end of the Vance Hotel overlooking Old Fiorella Street. It features furnishings and décor sympathetic to the late 1800s, such as warmly painted walls, comfortable carpeting in tan and black, a wardrobe, and nightstand. A short hallway leads to the bathroom, which is shared with Room 6. Guests can enjoy beautiful scenery while relaxing on the porch in rocking chairs. 

• Rate is $120 per night 
• Maximum capacity is two people 
• Rooms 5 & 6 are available as a suite (2 beds, 1 bath) for $180 per night 
• Room 6 is 135 square feet (plus shared bathroom) 

Room #7 – Ground Floor, Vance House 

This room is furnished to be sympathetic to the period 1920-1940 when the Lawler family arrived on site and began making renovations and improvements. It features pine floors, a comfortable rug, dresser, and nightstand as well as a nice view of the river bottom and mill dam. Across the hallway is the bathroom that is shared with Room #8.  Down the hall, breakfast is served in the Vance House parlor. With the exclusion of breakfast hours (8-10 a.m.), the adjacent Riverside Parlor is available as a sitting area for all guests staying at the inn. 

• Rate is $120 per night 
• Maximum capacity is two people 
• Rooms 7 & 8 are available as a suite (2 beds, 1 bath) for $180 per night 
• At-grade access 
• Room 7 is 135 square feet (plus shared bathroom) 

Room #8 – Ground Floor, Vance House 

This room is furnished to be sympathetic to the period 1920-1940 when the Lawler family arrived on site and began making renovations and improvements. It features pine floors, a comfortable rug, dresser, and nightstand as well as a nice view of the river bottom and mill dam. Across the hallway is the bathroom that is shared with Room #7. Down the hall, breakfast is served in the Vance House parlor. With the exclusion of breakfast hours (8-10 a.m.), the adjacent Riverside Parlor is available as a sitting area for all guests staying at the inn. 

• Rate is $120 per night 
• Maximum capacity is two people 
• Rooms 7 & 8 are available as a suite (2 beds, 1 bath) for $180 per night 
• At-grade access 
• Room 8 is 130 square feet (plus shared bathroom) 

Full Inn Rental Vance Hotel & House, Rooms #1-8 

All eight rooms of Landmark Inn's bed-and-breakfast may be rented all together at a reduced rate. Book a full-inn rental well in advance to ensure availability. 

• Rate is $750 per night 
• Maximum capacity is 16 people 

Vance House Basement 

This room is available for day-use facility rentals and an ideal venue for parties, meetings, showers, or receptions. The conference room features a spacious room with exposed beams and rafters with hand-hewn cypress support columns. The mill dam and river bottom are visible through double French doors. Tables and chairs included. 

• Rate is $200 for four-hour block 
• Maximum capacity is 49 people 
• Full restroom  
• Plugs under the counter will accommodate crockpots  
• Linens available for additional fee 
• No restrictions on catering or other third-party services 
• Stove, refrigerator, and microwave in the kitchenette are for site use only in educational programs for the public - these are not included with rental and must not be used during rental 

Riverside Parlor – Vance House, Ground Floor 

The Vance House parlor is the commons area onsite where all guests may enjoy morning breakfast or engage in fellowship after hours. The space is also available for day-use rental depending on site scheduling. Antique tables and chairs offer ample seating alongside buffets and China cabinets. Views of the gristmill, river bottom, and mill dam can be enjoyed from the parlor balcony or patio.  

• Rate is $200 for four-hour block 
• Maximum capacity is 25 people, seating for 16 
• Patio on the west side of the house features wrought-iron tables and chairs for pleasant mornings outdoors 
• Day rental of entire Vance House (parlor, two rooms, restroom, and kitchenette), rate is $450 

The grounds at Landmark Inn may be rented for after-hours private events. Rentals during business hours may be made, but must accommodate regular operations. 

Landmark Inn is the ideal location for private parties, receptions, and outdoor wedding ceremonies. 

Several boutique locations are flexible for multiple needs and uses. 

• Rate is $200 for four-hour block 
• Maximum capacity for seating is 100 people 
• 20-stall parking lot and limited on street parking 
• Access to public restrooms 
• Tables, chairs, and linens available for additional fee 
• No restrictions on catering or other third-party services 

Courtyard 

• Surrounded by historic buildings the courtyard is our most iconic space 
• The articulated ruins of the stable, kitchen, and dining hall add additional seating 

Grove 

• This space is shaded most times of the day all year round 
• The flat ground is ideal for dances, fairs, receptions, and more 
• Convenient to the on-street parking along Florence Street and the public restrooms 
• People learning Alsatian dancing in the shade of the grove at Landmark Inn State Historic Site 

Mill West 

• Our most intimate setting popular with weddings, military retirements, and other ceremonies 
• Long and narrow field under old-growth trees is sheltered nicely from Texas winds 
• Adjacent to the 1854 Haass-Quintle Mill 

Medina Meadow 

• The large grassy grounds are adjacent to the iconic 1854 dam 
• Shady generally during morning hours and full sun in the afternoon 
• Served by the old road from the Medina River Ford up the hill to the city 
• This outdoor space closest to the 20-stall parking lot 

The Island 

• Our venue most secluded from the hubbub of highways and modern intrusions 
• Large forest-and-meadow alluvial plain between the Medina River and the mill's tail race 
• Superb open spaces are ideal for large scale games, gatherings, fairs, and more 
• The Island has a number of short and shady trails to stroll 

Reservations 

Landmark Inn State Historic Site is staffed during regular business hours.  

The historic hotel functions are part of the learning program of the site. Overnight stays provide an immersive learning experience for unique insights to the past. The front desk is staffed during regular business hours (if you need extra items, please plan ahead).  

Reservations must be placed at least two days in advance. We are generally unable to accept same-day reservations. Reservations cannot be accepted outside of regular business hours. 

No more than two people may stay overnight per room. Additional people arriving with your party will need their own room. Depending on availability, Landmark Inn may not have an additional room. Surcharges may apply. 

Reservations for individual rooms require a nonrefundable and non-transferable deposit of one half plus tax. The other half plus tax is due upon arrival.  

Full Inn or event reservations require a deposit of all charges due in full at the time of reservation and are nonrefundable and non-transferable. Event reservations must complete the Event Agreement Form.  

Refunds of deposits can only be issued due to a weather event or other unforeseen circumstances at the site. Unforeseen circumstances for the reservation-holder are not the responsibility of the Landmark Inn State Historic Site. Forfeited deposits enable the State of Texas to care for its historic resources and compensate the public for loss of access to the historic resource during the reserved time period. Your support of Landmark Inn State Historic Site is much appreciated.  

To place a reservation, refer to the calendar above to see which rooms may be available, and then call 830-931-2133. 

Check-in/Check-out 

Check-in: 3 p.m.–5 p.m. *Late or early check-in must be arranged in advance. 

Check-out: 11 a.m. *Late check-out must be arranged in advance. 

Cancellations 

Cancellations will result in loss of deposit. 

No Smoking Policy 

Landmark Inn State Historic Site does not allow smoking anywhere on the historic site, including the grounds, except in the designated area of the parking lot. A surcharge of $250 will be assessed to any guest room that has evidence of smoking. 

Pet Policy 

No pets are allowed overnight at the Landmark Inn State Historic Site. Pets are allowed on the grounds during daylight hours provided they are leashed and their owners clean up after them.