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Ultimate New Braunfels Summer Getaway Sleeps Big Groups + Pool

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Hotel California
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Pool area
Front of house
Pool Furniture

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 26

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 26)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 5

+4
8 Queen Beds

Living Room 1

1 Single Futon

3 bathrooms, 3 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 6

Soap · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Ultimate New Braunfels Summer Getaway Sleeps Big Groups + Pool

Such a lovely place… and the perfect getaway for summer vacations, family holidays, peaceful retreats, and unforgettable celebrations.

Set on 40 private acres in New Braunfels, Hotel California offers the feel of a secluded Hill Country estate with easy access to top attractions, including Historic Gruene (12 miles), Comal and Guadalupe rivers, Schlitterbahn (11 miles), Natural Bridge Caverns, and Downtown San Antonio (25 miles).

More private retreat than vacation rental, the property feels like your own personal park, peaceful, scenic, and made for gathering.

Resort-Style Outdoor Amenities
Private swimming pool
In-ground hot tub
Stone pool deck with lounge areas
Twinkle-lit oak grove
Fire pit and BBQ area

Seasonal Giant Shade Tent (May–September) featuring:
Pickleball
Ping pong
Corn hole
Basketball
Family games and outdoor fun

Main House Features
Wraparound upper porch with Hill Country views
Grand dining room seating for 14
Additional kitchen table seating for 6
Fully stocked kitchen for cooking and entertaining
Spacious living room with oversized family sofa
Smart TV with Wi-Fi streaming
DVD player and movie collection
Game room with foosball and outdoor access

Bedrooms & Sleeping Spaces
Primary Suite
King/Queen bed
Jetted soaking tub
Walk-in shower with seating

Three Additional Upstairs Bedrooms
Shared full bath

Bonus Bunk Room Retreat
Accessible from the wraparound porch or the primary suite:
Full bathroom
Blackjack table & air hockey table
Smart TV & DVD player
Mini fridge
Private lounge area
Perfect for kids, teens, or a “gentlemen’s getaway.”

*Downstairs the only sleeping area is in the foosball room there is a futon. All other rooms are upstairs with the exception of the guest house add on.

Optional Guest House (Additional Space)
Need more room? The separate guest house, Casa Blanca (sleeps 8), may be added to your stay. Search Casa Blanca on VRBO or message the owner for availability.
Private Events Welcome (Optional Add-On)

Hotel California is located at La Dolce Vita Estates, originally designed as a private wedding and special event venue. Guests may add private events to their stay.

Event Packages Include:
✔ Use of beautiful property grounds
✔ Designated parking
✔ Covered event space
✔ Ceremony arch & Chandelier
✔ Tables and chairs

Event Add-On Pricing
1–50 additional guests: $2,500
51–100 additional guests: $4,500
101–150 additional guests: $6,500

Perfect for:
Family reunions
Milestone birthdays
Retreats
Micro-weddings
Private celebrations
(Event insurance and vendor insurance required. Events are not included in the nightly rate and must be arranged separately.)

Nearby Attractions
12 miles to Historic Gruene
12 miles to Natural Bridge Caverns & Wildlife Ranch
11 miles to Schlitterbahn & the Comal River
10 miles to Downtown New Braunfels
25 miles to The Alamo & Downtown San Antonio

Make Lasting Memories
Whether you’re planning a relaxing escape, family adventure, reunion, or special celebration, Hotel California at La Dolce Vita Estates offers a rare combination of privacy, luxury, space, and flexibility in the heart of the Texas Hill Country.
Book your dream getaway today and experience the magic of Hotel California.

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About the area

New Braunfels

Located in New Braunfels, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Gruene Hall is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Comal River and Guadalupe River. Travelling with kids? Consider Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark and McKenna Children's Museum. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking.
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New Braunfels, TX

What's nearby

  • Animal World and Snake Farm Zoo - 7 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Guadalupe River - 12 min drive - 18.3 km
  • Lake Dunlap - 12 min drive - 18.3 km
  • New Braunfels MarketPlace - 13 min drive - 19.5 km
  • Comal River - 13 min drive - 17.2 km

Getting around

  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin’ - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Guadalupe Brewing Company & Pizza Kitchen - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬12 min drive

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 17 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bertha F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such an amazing property! So private and so serene
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alicia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home for our family to spend the weekend! The pool was amazing. The home was very large and our family slept comfortably. Beautiful property with lots of fun things to do!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Alfonso M.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Mice droppings everywhere Nice property but you need to do something about the mice.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May, 2026
We take cleanliness and guest experience extremely seriously, which is why we were surprised by this review. The property is professionally cleaned and professionally inspected before every stay, including this stay, and there was absolutely no evidence of mice or mice droppings before, during, or after the guest’s visit. Because the claims made in this review do not align with the documented condition of the property or findings from our team, this matter has been reported for review as a potentially false and misleading claim. We encourage future guests to look at our long history of positive reviews that consistently mention the cleanliness, care, and quality of our property. We remain committed to providing every guest with an exceptional experience.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Logan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place for large groups who want to be together!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the space and that it worked out well for your group. Our goal is to create a comfortable and welcoming place where families and friends can truly be together, so it’s wonderful to know that came through. We’d love to host you again anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samuel Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The space was breathtaking, and the amenities were all there! 5/5
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bach Trip

It was incredible. Beautiful property and the owner was very adamant about us having a great time. Will definitely go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erika B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house.

We loved the house. We were a large family, and everyone was very comfortable. It was very spacious. The surrounding land is beautiful. We had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jun, 2025
We’re so pleased to hear that you and your large family enjoyed your stay at Hotel California. We wholeheartedly agree—the land there is truly beautiful and has always held a special place in our hearts, creating magical memories for our own family as well. We hope you’ll choose to stay with us again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Weekend

Had the best time with our extended family. Plenty of room for everyone. Conveniently located to everything we had planned (golf, Wurstfest, shopping/lunch in Downtown New Braunfels).
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hunter A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome!

This place was perfect. We had 22 ppl stay and everyone slept comfortably and had a blast. Quick responses from property manager as well if we had any questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Nov, 2023
Thank you for staying! We’re glad to hear you had an awesome time! We hope you stay again!
Verified

8/10 Good

Crystal M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

May River Trip

We had several things missing (trash bags, dish soap, etc.) but the host was quick to get things sent over to us. The grounds are beautiful and the house offers plenty of space.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jun, 2025
Thank you for staying with us at Hotel California. We sincerely apologize that our cleaning crew missed a few essential items during your stay. However, we’re glad to hear that our 24/7 maintenance team was able to promptly deliver what you needed. We truly appreciate your understanding, and we hope to welcome you back in the future for an even more seamless experience.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Siddharthan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Property was as advertised

Overall a very good property. Everything worked as expected. Some minor items - Chairs in the dining area were a bit rickety. Bedroom we stayed in didn't have end tables.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jan, 2023
Hello Siddharthan! Thank you again for staying at Hotel California! We agree with you and placed an order for new dining chairs! As for the end tables a prior guest must have moved furniture around, but all of our bedrooms either have nightstands or side tables. I will have the cleaning crew check the location of the furniture thanks for bringing this to our attention! We hope you stay again at Hotel California! Thanks Again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A blessing under the stars

There were 34 of us and we all slept great, played great and ate great. This place is fabulous and allowed all of us to have time to spend together away from the busyness of life. The hot tub and pool were a place to gather and fellowship. The owners were quick to respond to any questions we had. Beds were all comfortable. The oak grove was beautiful. I can't say enough. We will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Nov, 2022
We are so glad that you enjoyed your time. That property has a special place in our heart and we love to hear other families enjoying their time there & making memories! We look forward to you staying with us again!
Verified

6/10 Okay

teri T.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

The house was large which was nice to accomodate our large group.

House was nice overall. Property is beautiful. The large room upstairs with all the bunk beds is great for large groups but it stayed very hot even with the AC unit on. We had to go buy fans to sleep. Needs an additional unit on that room. Master bed abd bath are beautiful but there needs to be some sort of door on the bathroom or even a curtain. Some things just require a little privacy. The pool was an added bonus and was large. We had a great time and close to the river. Plenty of parking and beautiful deer at sunset. We had a great time. This is our 26th year and as our party grows this house can accomodate our party.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Devin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding Party

Location and home is phenomenal! Couldn’t have asked for anything better!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jan, 2023
Hello Devin! Thank you for staying at Hotel California! We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay! Keep Hotel California in mind for your next trip to New Braunfels!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shireen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betty W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Heavenly

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ashley S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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