Escape

The Frenchie in Round Top // High-design guest houses with pink Smeg fridges, Texas pop art, killer tile and other post-worthy details.
Carr Mansion in Galveston // Not officially open but accepting reservations. A carefully restored 19th century Greek Revival mansion located just 10 blocks from Galveston's Seawall beaches and 13 blocks from the Strand.
Wahwahtaysee Resort on the San Marcos River // A luxury glamping retreat set on over 100 acres of pristine wilderness on the San Marcos River just 50 miles south of Austin.
Rancho Pillow in Round Top // The former artist's retreat is perhaps the most colorful hotel in Lone Star. Book The Love Shack, the teepee or a barn home to the Frida bathroom.
The Roadrunner Inn in Fredericksburg // Three private stylish lofts with kitchenettes and modern furnishings located on Main Street.
Green Acres in Bastrop County // Book a well-designed yurt and go glamping for the weekend. This retreat 20 minutes outside of Austin is designed for those who was to unplug in every sense of the word.
The Magnolia House in Waco // An adorable B&B owned by the adorable couple on HGTV's Fixer Upper. This one is booked out months in advance.
Hotel Saint George in Marfa // A hip new hotel smack dab in the middle of art mecca Marfa, and the first full service hotel in town.
The Vintage Round Top in Round Top // The 2,400 square foot home has a modern industrial farmhouse vibe; the new Boho cottage is also stocked with antiques from the famous town.
Hotel Saint Cecilia in Austin // So small, this hotel is famously hard to reserve. Part of Liz Lambert's stylish property group that was just acquired by The Standard brand of hotels.
The Inn at Dos Brisas in Brenham // Boasting a five-star restaurant on property. And Goop loves it!
La Colombe D'Or in Houston // Grand and elegant in the heart of the artsy, funky Montrose neighborhood. Choose between just five guest rooms, or the apartments or villas, all filled with serious art. Madonna has been a guest!

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Hotel Faust in Comfort // With a Tesla charging station and vintage bikes to borrow, the collection of antique buildings located on the High Street in the charming, tiny town has been called the "crown jewel" of Comfort by The New York Times.
The Kimber Modern in Austin // Located in the charming Travis Heights neighborhood, the off-the-beaten path inn is stark yet warm.
Havana in San Antonio // Hauntingly beautiful, no two rooms are alike. Wrap yourself in a serape-inspired bath robe and settle into chic. Part of Liz Lambert's stylish property group that was just acquired by The Standard brand of hotels.
Heywood Hotel in Austin // The 7-room-only hotel is in the heart of East Austin on a residential block.