Downtown Travel Guide
New Braunfels
Popular places to visit
Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark
Although it is home to one of the longest water rides in the world and attracts visitors from all over the world, this amusement park in Texas maintains its homey family-owned spirit.
Comal River
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Comal River during your travels in New Braunfels.
Gruene Hall
Find out about the history of New Braunfels when you spend time at Gruene Hall. Wander the riverfront in this family-friendly area.
Landa Park
Choose from a range of laid-back pursuits on land or water at this serene public space just a short drive from San Antonio.
Prince Solms Park
After visiting Prince Solms Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in New Braunfels. Wander the riverfront in this family-friendly area.
Texas Tubes
Take the family on an outing to Texas Tubes during your trip to New Braunfels. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Things to do
San Antonio: Twisted Trails Zip Rails, Ropes & Climbing Wall
San Antonio: Discovery Tour at Natural Bridge Caverns
Top hotels in Downtown
Sophie's Gasthaus
Very efficient. Everything was clean and what we expected for a one-night stay. Comfortable room (the Prince Solms), nice, dark curtains for sleeping in. A note - check-in is done via email and you are given a code to your room. We didn't need anything from staff, so we never saw them. Worked well ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa
The rooms were cleaned and the staff engages as you pass them. Family friendly with lots of activities for the kids to do on the resort. One of the slides at the waterpark was down so we didnt get to get on it during our stay.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Antonio I-35 N at Toepperwein
The plugs were really loose, some didn’t work. The refrigerator was all the way up and not cold at all and dirty. Not enough ice machines & only a few worked.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Mall
Very clean, quiet, friendly, professional, and helpful. Loved my stay
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
The Resort at Schlitterbahn
Our room was in very nice condition with comfortable beds and a lot of space. Check-in was great, as we were given a free upgrade since we were off-season. We were able to use the pools, which were in very good condition.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Best Western Garden Inn
This was more a motel than a hotel. AC had been off before we arrived and room was damp and smelled damp. Beds were comfortable. Breakfast was minimum, sort of greasy. We were in a construction area and right off the highway and busy commercial space. It did not live up to the rating it had on ...
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown
Eastside
If you're spending some time in Eastside, Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark and Comal River are top sights worth seeing.
Landa Park Highlands
While visiting Landa Park Highlands, you might make a stop by sights like Comal River and Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark.
Gruene
River views, gardens and shopping are some highlights of Gruene. Make a stop by Gruene Hall or Guadalupe River while you're exploring.
Clear Springs
While visiting Clear Springs, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Dunlap and Guadalupe River.
Lake Dunlap
If you're spending some time in Lake Dunlap, Lake Dunlap and Guadalupe River are top sights worth seeing.
River Road
If you're spending some time in River Road, Guadalupe River is a top sight worth visiting.
