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title: "Glamping in Texas | Hill Country Cabins on Cibolo Creek"
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# Glamping in Texas — Hill Country Cabins, Bell Tents & Safari Cabins on Cibolo Creek

Texas glamping done right. AC safari cabins, bell tents & waterfront glamping cabins on 100 private acres along 2 miles of spring-fed Cibolo Creek — easy from San Antonio, Austin, Houston & DFW. From $49/night.

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Easy From Every Major TX Metro 

100+ Acres on Cibolo Creek 

Kayak & Paddleboard Wristbands ($19.99/person) 

1,000+ 5-Star Reviews 

## The Easiest Glamping in Texas to Reach From Anywhere

Texas glampers usually choose between a long Hill Country drive (Fredericksburg, Bandera, the Frio) or pricey luxury tents at $400–$800/night. Son's Rio Cibolo sits in Marion, TX — 20 minutes east of San Antonio, ~1 hour south of Austin, ~2.5 hours from Houston, 25 minutes from New Braunfels, and ~4.5 hours from DFW. Same spring-fed Hill Country water, real AC cabins, kayak wristbands ($19.99/person) & paddleboards with cabana rentals, and prices that start at $49/night.

## Find Your Texas Glamping Stay

4 unique accommodations — each designed for comfort without sacrificing connection to nature

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![Waterfront Cabins pair front view](/assets/waterfront-cabin-18-DtZdU_mu.webp)

![Waterfront glamping cabins row with deck view near Texas](/assets/waterfront-cabin-row-deck-BstqebfU.webp)

![Waterfront glamping cabin exterior row in the Texas Hill Country](/assets/waterfront-cabin-1-D6ty51Lk.webp)

### Waterfront Cabins

Sleeps 6 · Full Bathroom · Full Kitchen · Private Deck · Firepit

Our newest cabins with private bathrooms, full kitchens, and decks overlooking the creek. Modern comfort meets waterfront living.

From $79/night 

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Most Popular

![Safari Cabins at night with lights](/assets/safari-cabin-9-DS6DPKzD.webp)

![Safari cabin glamping exterior with hammock near Texas](/assets/safari-cabin-7-AGOK0YUP.webp)

![Safari cabin glamping exterior with picnic table in the Texas Hill Country](/assets/safari-cabin-6-CrlcBjaN.webp)

### Deluxe Safari Cabins

Sleeps 7 · Full Bathroom · Full Kitchen · Large Deck · Firepit

Spacious cabins with 3 full beds, futon couch, full kitchen & bathroom inside, and a covered deck where you'll spend most of your time.

From $69/night 

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Best Value

![Family at picnic table by Glamping Cabin](/assets/glamping-21-CxdwmKt2.webp)

![Glamping camping cabin at night with fire pit near Texas](/assets/glamping-1-CoV8SHPZ.webp)

![Glamping cabin interior with beds in the Texas Hill Country](/assets/glamping-2-Cdkl9iF7.webp)

### Glamping Cabins

Sleeps 4 · Kitchenette · A/C · Fire Pit · Hammock

Poolside Glamping Cabin with the front wall opens to view of the pool. Cozy with 2 queen beds, kitchenette, and your own fire pit just steps away.

From $49/night 

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![Bell Tents from tiki hut](/assets/bell-tent-11-BP5ETirV.webp)

![Bell tent glamping riverside view near Texas on Cibolo Creek](/assets/bell-tent-riverside-DrC1jGUS.webp)

![Bell tent glamping with picnic area in the Texas Hill Country](/assets/bell-tent-2-Bwr8ILtZ.webp)

### Bell Tents

Sleeps 5 · Furnished · A/C · Fire Pit

Real beds, electricity, and all the resort amenities — but you're sleeping under canvas. We set it up for you.

From $49/night 

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\* All rentals include water, electricity, firepit, BBQ grill & Picnic Table.

## Why Texans Choose Son's Rio Cibolo for Glamping in Texas

![Safari cabins in horseshoe layout](/assets/why-choose-acres-2-ChqBr4XC.webp)

![Aerial sunset view of safari cabins and property](/assets/why-choose-acres-0-C_v-rs4-.webp)

![Aerial view of property with cabins and river](/assets/why-choose-acres-1-BMzGvGhW.webp)

### 100 Private Acres

Trails to Hike or Bike & Room to spread out. Your family won't feel packed in like sardines.

![Relaxing on paddleboard in creek](/assets/why-choose-creek-6-zZBHBVf6.webp)

![Kayakers paddling near tiki huts](/assets/why-choose-creek-1-BkhelmVI.webp)

![Creek activity with paddleboards and cabanas](/assets/why-choose-creek-2-rY2-67lO.webp)

### 2 miles of Creek Frontage

2 miles of gorgeous, spring-fed creekfront to enjoy & explore!

![Fire pit area with hammock and seating](/assets/why-choose-comfort-7-L3eVSChC.webp)

![Glamping interior with comfortable bed](/assets/glamping-interior-comfort-zM11lyg2.webp)

![Safari tent interior with beds and kitchen](/assets/family-activity-1-BtGRLaMu.webp)

### Real Comfort

Air-conditioned Cabins & everything you need to enjoy your stay.

![Kids on paddleboard at sunset](/assets/tubing-kayak-26-BXC1fqLu.webp)

![Family enjoying time together](/assets/family-atmosphere-oeW7jJ_q.webp)

![Large family group in life jackets at cabana](/assets/testimonial-3-DVARrjWq.webp)

### Family Atmosphere

No rowdy party crowds. Just family and friend groups who respect each other.

![Family relaxing in hot tub](/assets/hot-tub-DOXqRU_I.webp)

![Pool and hot tub area](/assets/everything-included-_57Dckd3.webp)

![Evening pool scene with volleyball net](/assets/why-choose-pools-2-DoYh1DlX.webp)

### Pools & Hot Tubs

Enjoy swimming & relaxing in our 3 pools and 4 hot tubs!

![Shuffleboard table in lodge](/assets/why-choose-gameroom-9-DCGLcdwq.webp)

![Gameroom with air hockey table](/assets/kids-airhockey-B74p1ju7.webp)

![Foosball and pool tables in gameroom](/assets/why-choose-gameroom-2-Cdqz9hEY.webp)

### Gameroom & Sport Courts

Lots of activities to keep everyone entertained and having fun.

## What's Included With Every Glamping Cabin

Access to pools and hot tubs 

Access to game room 

Basketball and volleyball courts 

Real beds with linens 

Private firepit & picnic area 

On-site kayaks & SUPs 

Wi-Fi access 

Nearby hiking trails 

![Video thumbnail](/assets/why-choose-creek-3-DDWTDBW1.webp)

## Texas Glamping Activities — All On-Site

![Paddleboards on Cibolo Creek near San Antonio](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

### Paddleboarding

Kayak & Paddleboard Wristbands ($19.99/person) — explore 2 miles of calm, spring-fed creek.

![Boy fishing on Cibolo Creek near San Antonio](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

### Fishing

Cast a line from the bank or dock — bass and perch in season.

![Kayaking on Cibolo Creek near San Antonio](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

### Kayaking

Kayak & paddleboard wristbands available — $19.99/person with every glamping cabin stay.

![Hiking trails in the Texas Hill Country near San Antonio](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

### Hiking

Explore 100 acres of trails through live oaks and wildflowers.

![Kids swimming in Cibolo Creek near San Antonio](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

### Swimming

Shallow wading areas for little ones, deeper pools for bigger kids.

![Campfire at sunset at glamping cabin near San Antonio](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

### Campfires

Every cabin has its own firepit — perfect for s'mores and stories.

## Why Texas Glampers Pick Son's Rio Cibolo

"A fun get away with family and friends. The cabins are clean and well equipped. Good place to rest after a full day of activities. They have lot of fun options like kayaks, game room."

— Abdul Majeed Sultan

Verified Google review · 4 months ago 

"This place is amazing. We stayed in a waterfront cabin. Place was well cleaned up — clean towels, blankets and sheets. Sleeps a whole family of 6. Property is well cleaned up as well as the game room. Highly recommend this place."

— Jesse Cantu

Verified Google review · 5 months ago 

"An epic Thanksgiving break. The cabins were perfect for our crew — we were a big group, so we booked 4 cabins."

— noshaba anees

Verified Google review · 4 months ago 

## Where We Are — Centrally Located Glamping in Texas

Son's Rio Cibolo sits on 100 acres along spring-fed Cibolo Creek in Marion, TX — centrally located between Texas's biggest metros and right on the eastern edge of the Hill Country. The easiest glamping in Texas to reach from San Antonio, Austin, Houston, and DFW.

San Antonio — 20 min 

New Braunfels — 25 min 

Austin — ~1h 

Houston — ~2h 30min 

DFW — ~4h 30min 

Included in every booking

## What's Included With Every Glamping Stay

One nightly rate. Full access to the resort — no add-on fees, no day passes, no surprise resort charges.

-   3 swimming pools 
-   4 hot tubs 
-   Climate-controlled game room 
-   Sport courts (basketball & volleyball) 
-   2 miles of private spring-fed Cibolo Creek 
-   Private fire pit at your cabin 
-   BBQ grill & picnic table 
-   Water & electricity at every cabin 
-   Fishing & hiking on 100 private acres 
-   High-speed fiber Wi-Fi 
-   Free parking — no resort fees 
-   Pet-free, smoke-free, family-only 

Starting from

$49/night 

Glamping cabins, off-peak

Compare to

$200+/night 

Typical TX luxury glamping

Drive from San Antonio

20min 

vs 2+ hrs to Hill Country alternatives

Comparison based on starting nightly rates at comparable Hill Country glamping properties (2026).

## Texas Glamping Pricing — From $49/Night

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## Glamping Near San Antonio — On Spring-Fed Cibolo Creek

Looking for **glamping near San Antonio** without the long drive or the crowds? Son's Rio Cibolo is just 20 minutes east of San Antonio in Marion, TX — the closest true **glamping** experience in the Texas Hill Country. Our air-conditioned glamping cabins sit along two miles of spring-fed Cibolo Creek, giving guests from San Antonio, Austin, Houston, New Braunfels, and all across Texas, a quiet, creekside escape that beats both hotels and tent camping. From safari cabins to bell tents, every option here is real **Hill Country glamping** — not roughing it — and we're consistently ranked among the best **glamping camping cabin near San Antonio** picks for couples and families alike.

Unlike traditional camping, our **AC glamping cabins near San Antonio** include real beds with linens, private bathrooms, and kitchenettes — so couples can unwind in comfort and families can settle in without packing the kitchen sink. Spend the day [kayaking & paddleboarding on Cibolo Creek](/kayaksanantonio), exploring [all on-site activities](/activities), or relaxing by your private firepit under the stars. Want to compare with cabins and other waterfront stays? See our [other overnight options](/stay-overnight), [family cabins](/family-cabins), [romantic glamping getaways](/romanticgetaway), or check current [specials](/specials). Whether it's a romantic weekend in a **bell tent glamping near San Antonio**, a multi-gen family trip, or a quick reset from city life, this is creekside Hill Country glamping done right.

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## Glamping in Texas — Cabins, Safari Tents & Bell Tents on Spring-Fed Cibolo Creek

_Last updated May 27, 2026._ Searching for **glamping in Texas** that's actually easy to reach? Son's Rio Cibolo is one of the most centrally located glamping resorts in Texas — 100 private acres on 2 miles of spring-fed Cibolo Creek in Marion, TX. Four distinct stay types (Waterfront Cabins, Deluxe Safari Cabins, Glamping Cabins, and Bell Tents), all air-conditioned, all pet-free, with optional kayak & paddleboard wristbands available ($19.99/person). Pricing spans **$49–$329/night**: bell tents $49–$99, glamping cabins $69–$199, safari cabins $179–$279, waterfront cabins $199–$329. **How Texas glamping compares:** Yonder-style luxury tents and Collective Hill Country (Wimberley) sit at $400–$800/night and require a 1 hr 30 min drive from San Antonio. Walden Retreats (Johnson City) is similar — beautiful, but far and pricey. Our sister property Son's Geronimo runs comparable creek glamping 30 minutes east of SA. Son's Rio Cibolo is the broadest-priced glamping in Texas with the most included activities and the easiest drive from any major TX metro. **Drive times to glamping in Texas at Son's Rio Cibolo:** San Antonio 20 min · New Braunfels 25 min · Austin ~1 hr · Houston ~2 hr 30 min · Corpus Christi ~2 hr 30 min · Waco ~3 hr · DFW ~4 hr 30 min. Visiting from a specific city? See our dedicated guides: [glamping near San Antonio](/glamping-san-antonio), [glamping near Austin](/glamping-austin), [glamping near Houston](/glamping-houston), [glamping near New Braunfels](/glamping-new-braunfels), and [Texas Hill Country glamping](/glamping-texas-hill-country). For the full editorial deep-dive across every Son's property, read our [Texas Glamping Guide](/blog/texas-glamping-guide). Compare every overnight option on [Stay Overnight](/stay-overnight), browse [family cabins](/family-cabins), [cabins near San Antonio](/cabins-near-san-antonio), [cabins on the river](/cabins-on-the-river-near-san-antonio), [romantic getaway packages](/romanticgetaway), or [reunion venues](/reunions-groups). Day-visit info: [day rentals](/day-rentals), [on-site activities](/activities), [kayak & paddleboard wristbands ($19.99/person)](/kayaksanantonio), [current specials](/specials), [guest reviews](/reviews), or [contact us](/contact).

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### Glamping Near San Antonio: The Ultimate Guide to Son's Rio Cibolo

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