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.

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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

San Antonio: Discovery Tour at Natural Bridge Caverns

San Antonio: Discovery Tour at Natural Bridge Caverns

฿1,272
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
San Antonio: Discovery Tour at Natural Bridge Caverns
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฿1,171
per adult
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Axe Throwing Experience in San Antonio TX

Axe Throwing Experience in San Antonio TX

฿837
per adult
Axe Throwing Experience in San Antonio TX
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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
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 ...
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The Resort at Schlitterbahn
Petit Cowboy

Petit Cowboy

2 out of 5
1020 N Houston Ave New Braunfels TX
The price is ฿4,145 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
฿4,145
฿4,902 total
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in New Braunfels. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)
"Great stay again this year!"

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿12,408 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
฿12,408
฿16,968 total
13 Aug - 14 Aug
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 ฿3,058 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
฿3,058
฿3,517 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,664 reviews)
"Everything was great."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Marcos Outlet Mall
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Antonio I-35 N at Toepperwein

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Antonio I-35 N at Toepperwein

3 out of 5
12822 I-35 North San Antonio TX
The price is ฿1,856 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
฿1,856
฿2,130 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
5.8/10 (1,555 reviews)
"Friendly staff but not a clean hotel, had roaches."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2026

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham San Antonio I-35 N at Toepperwein
Hilton Garden Inn San Marcos

Hilton Garden Inn San Marcos

3 out of 5
2131 N Highway 35 San Marcos TX
The price is ฿3,527 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿3,527
฿4,056 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Marcos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Hilton Garden Inn San Marcos
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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 Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark and Brauntex Theatre.

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 Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark and Comal River.

A riverbank with dense green foliage and a clear blue sky.

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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