Eastside Travel Guide

New Braunfels

People on water tubes in a water park.
A water park with a wooden bridge labeled 'The Falls' and people on inflatable tubes.
A water park entrance with a dragon logo, a brick archway, and green water slides.
People in a pool with inflatable tubes.
A castle-like structure with a tower, surrounded by lush greenery and a small water feature.

Stay near popular Eastside attractions

A castle with towers, a winding water channel, and lush greenery.
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Open Photo by Schlitterbahn Waterparks and Resorts

Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark

8.8/10 (934 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Cable Park All Day Pass

Cable Wakeboard Park All Day Pass in New Braunfels

฿2,952
per adult
Cable Wakeboard Park All Day Pass in New Braunfels
Picture 1 for Activity San Antonio: Twisted Trails Zip Rails, Ropes & Climbing Wall

San Antonio: Twisted Trails Zip Rails, Ropes & Climbing Wall

฿1,372
per adult
San Antonio: Twisted Trails Zip Rails, Ropes & Climbing Wall
Virtual Reality Arena in San Antonio Texas

VR Arena in San Antonio Texas

฿1,148
per adult
VR Arena in San Antonio Texas
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Top hotels in Eastside

The Resort at Schlitterbahn

The Resort at Schlitterbahn

3.5 out of 5
305 West Austin St. New Braunfels TX
The price is ฿2,753 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
฿2,753
฿3,173 total
15 Sept - 16 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in New Braunfels. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,204 reviews)
"went here for my kids 9th Birthday, kids had a blast, staff was amazing, will definitely go back!!!"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

The Resort at Schlitterbahn
Petit Cowboy

Petit Cowboy

2 out of 5
1020 N Houston Ave New Braunfels TX
The price is ฿3,697 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
฿3,697
฿4,372 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in New Braunfels. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a picnic area. Popular attractions Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark ...
Petit Cowboy
JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa

JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa

4.5 out of 5
23808 Resort Pkwy San Antonio TX
The price is ฿10,507 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿10,507
฿14,666 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy 4 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 6 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Mall

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Mall

3 out of 5
111 Centerpoint Ct San Marcos TX
The price is ฿3,006 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿3,006
฿3,457 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Marcos. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Mall
LivAway Suites Austin San Marcos

LivAway Suites Austin San Marcos

2 out of 5
1550 River Rd San Marcos TX
The price is ฿2,350 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
฿2,350
฿2,702 total
15 Sept - 16 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Marcos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions San Marcos Premium Outlets and San Marcos River ...
LivAway Suites Austin San Marcos
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center

3.5 out of 5
1001 E Mccarty Ln San Marcos TX
The price is ฿4,309 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿4,309
฿4,955 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Marcos. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness centre and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,343 reviews)
"Property is very clean and feels like a new hotel. Staff were friendly and courteous. Would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center
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Where to stay in Eastside

Find the best Eastside areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A building with a sign that reads "General Store" and another sign that says "Cotton Eyed Joe's".

Gruene

River views, gardens and shopping are some highlights of Gruene. Make a stop by Gruene Hall or Guadalupe River while you're exploring.

A river surrounded by dense forest with sunlight filtering through the trees.

River Road

If you're spending some time in River Road, Guadalupe River is a top sight worth visiting.

An aerial view of a city with a mix of historic and modern buildings, a prominent church, and a large industrial area.

Downtown

While visiting Downtown, you might make a stop by sights like Texas Tubes and Comal River.

A calm lake with ducks, surrounded by trees with autumn foliage, and a small dock with boats.

Landa Park Highlands

While visiting Landa Park Highlands, you might make a stop by sights like Comal River and Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark.

A river with a bridge, surrounded by trees and grassy areas.

Lake Dunlap

If you're spending some time in Lake Dunlap, Lake Dunlap and Guadalupe River are top sights worth seeing.

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