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Waterfront Cabins and Glamping Near Houston
Waterfront Cabins and Glamping 2.5 Hrs West of Houston — on a Spring-Fed Creek
A straight I-10 shot ~2.5 hrs west of Houston. Stay the night, then swim, kayak, fish & paddleboard the spring-fed Cibolo Creek — skip the 4+ hour Frio drive.
A straight I-10 shot about 2.5 hours west of Houston. Stay the night in a waterfront cabin — then spend the day paddling a quiet spring-fed creek. Same Hill Country water as the Frio, nearly 2 hours closer each way.
Waterfront cabins, deluxe safari cabins, glamping cabins, and bell tents on 100 private acres of spring-fed Cibolo Creek — a closer, easier Hill Country alternative to the Frio, ~2.5 hours west of Houston on I-10. Every overnight stay includes pools, hot tub, game room, fire pits, and full run of the property.
Find Your Stay — Cabins, Glamping & Bell Tents Near Houston
4 unique accommodations — each designed for comfort without sacrificing connection to nature
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* All rentals include water, electricity, firepit, BBQ grill & Picnic Table. Summer pricing shown — rates vary by season.
Add more Creek Fun and Relaxation to Your Stay!
Add a creekside cabana, covered picnic table, or unlimited kayaking & paddleboarding to your overnight stay — and overnight guests get 25% OFF all day rentals.
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Rent a Creekside Cabana
Up to 15 Guests · BBQ Pit · Hammock · Running Water · Fan & Lights
Your own palm-thatched paradise right on the creek. Includes picnic table, bar-top seating, lounge chairs, and everything you need for a perfect day.
From$99/dayPrice includes entry for 8
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or Covered Picnic Table
Up to 8 Guests · Covered Shade · BBQ Pit · Hammock · Wicker Chairs
Budget-friendly creekside or in-water spots with everything you need. Covered for shade with picnic seating, grill, and hammock included.
From$49/dayPrice includes entry for 6
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&/or Paddle Cibolo Creek
Unlimited All-Day Kayaking & Paddleboarding on 2 miles of Creek
Explore 2 miles of spring-fed creek at your own pace — no shuttle, no one-way paddling, no crowded tubing chutes. Just grab a kayak or paddleboard, launch, and walk back to reset.
From$19.99/day per personOr $99 for a group of 6
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Creekside Cabana Rentals Near Houston
Your Private Paradise — A shaded slice of spring-fed Cibolo Creek, ~2.5 hrs west of Houston on I-10
Our authentic palm-thatched cabanas sit right on the banks of Cibolo Creek — a calm, private alternative to a crowded Frio weekend, and nearly 2 hours closer to Houston. Each one is fully equipped with seating, a hammock, BBQ pit, and room for up to 15 people.
Rental Hours: 10:30 AM – 6:30 PM
What's Included
Entry for up to 8 guests (add more for additional fee, max 15)
Picnic table
Hammock
Lounge chairs
BBQ pit/grill
Comfortable seating area
Bar-top table with stools
Running water & electricity
Fan & Lights
Authentic palm-leaf thatched roof for shade
Cabana Day Rentals
Starting at $99
Base rate includes 8 guests • Additional guests: $10-$25 each (max 15 total)
Split among 8 people? That's as low as $12.38 per person for a full day of fun & relaxation!
⭐ Overnight Guests get 25% OFF Cabanas, Picnic Tables & Kayaking & Paddleboarding!
Reserve Your CabanaUnlimited Kayaking & Paddleboarding on Cibolo Creek — 2.5 Hrs West of Houston
2 miles of spring-fed creek to paddle & explore — no shuttle, no tubing chutes
Houston families have always made the long pilgrimage west for real Hill Country water — the Frio, the Llano, the Guadalupe — burning 4+ hours each way. Cibolo Creek gives you the same spring-fed water on a calm, family-only property about 2.5 hours west on I-10. Launch right from the cabin, paddle, walk back, and go again.
2-Mile Paddle
Long enough to enjoy, short enough to repeat
No Shuttle Needed
Just grab a kayak or paddleboard, paddle and life jacket and enjoy! Repeat as many times as you like.
Family-Friendly
No rapids, little current. Safe for all ages — a calmer alternative to the Frio.
Unlimited Floats
One wristband = Kayak & Paddleboard as many times as you want all day!
Pricing
⭐ Overnight Guests get 25% OFF Cabanas, Picnic Tables & Kayaking & Paddleboarding!
Ultimate Creek Fun Wristband
Unlimited kayaking & paddleboarding all day (10:30 AM – 6:30 PM)
$19.99/person
6 Pack - Ultimate Creek Fun Wristband
$99/6 pack
Parking Pass (non-guests)
Required for all vehicles
$20/vehicle
Good to Know
- Wristbands not included with cabin/cabana rentals
- Life jackets recommended for children & weak swimmers
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Explore Son's Rio Cibolo and select your perfect cabin getaway and creekside cabana.
View Property MapActivities & Fun Things To Do
Paddleboarding
Paddle & explore 2 miles of calm, spring-fed creek.
Fishing
Cast a line from the bank or dock — bass and perch in season.
Kayaking
Kayak our spring-fed creek — double or single kayaks available.
Swimming
Shallow wading areas for little ones, deeper pools for bigger kids.
Campfires
Every cabin has its own firepit — perfect for s'mores and stories.
Game Room
Air hockey, pool, foosball, and arcade games — perfect for rainy afternoons.
Hot Tubs
Soak under the stars — the perfect way to wind down after a day on the creek.
Volleyball
Sand volleyball court ready for a match — gather the crew and serve it up.
Heated Pool
Take a dip in the heated pool — open year-round for overnight guests.
Location & Getting Here
Son's Rio Cibolo sits on over 100 acres along spring-fed Cibolo Creek in Marion, TX — a straight I-10 shot about 2.5 hours west of Houston, just east of San Antonio. Skip the 4+ hour Frio drive through Hondo and Uvalde and pick up nearly 3 hours of round-trip windshield time. Grocery stops at H-E-B in Katy, Columbus, or Seguin (15 min from the property) keep everything cold.
West Houston / Katy — 2h 30min
Energy Corridor — 2h 40min
Sugar Land — 2h 45min
Cypress — 2h 45min
The Woodlands — 3h
Base Camp for the Best of San Antonio & the Hill Country
You're 20 minutes from downtown San Antonio, 25 minutes from New Braunfels & Gruene, and just 15 minutes from our sister property Son's Island. Stay on the creek, adventure out, come home to a fire pit — no downtown SA hotel prices, no fighting for River Walk parking.
20 Minutes to San Antonio
Big-city Texas without the hotel bill — day-trip in and be back at the creek by dinner.
The Alamo
Iconic Texas history right on Alamo Plaza. Free to enter — an easy morning stop before lunch on the River Walk.
San Antonio River Walk
Riverside dining, boat rides, and the country's best holiday-lights display in December. Park once, walk all day.
SeaWorld San Antonio
Coasters, animal encounters, and Aquatica water park all on one ticket — the biggest theme-park day near the property.
Six Flags Fiesta Texas
Built into a limestone quarry — Iron Rattler, Wonder Woman, and White Water Bay for hot afternoons.
Spurs Game or Concert
Frost Bank Center and Tech Port Arena are a quick 25 minutes away. Catch tip-off, then roll back to a hot tub instead of an interstate hotel.
San Antonio Missions
UNESCO World Heritage site — four Spanish missions along the Mission Reach, free to visit and one of the most underrated stops in Texas.
25 Minutes to New Braunfels & Gruene · 15 Minutes to Son's Island
Rivers, dance halls, and a private-island cabana day — all within a short drive of your cabin.
Schlitterbahn Waterpark
Consistently ranked the #1 waterpark in the world — real Comal River water and 51 attractions in New Braunfels.
Tube the Comal or Guadalupe
The classic Texas summer float. Rockin' R, Texas Tubes, and River Road outfitters are all 30 minutes away.
Gruene Historic District
Two-step at Gruene Hall (Texas's oldest dance hall), dinner at the Gristmill, and antique shops along the Guadalupe.
Son's Island (15 min)
Our sister property on Lake Placid — private-island cabanas, hammocks over the water, and a totally different vibe from the creek. Perfect add-on day.
Natural Bridge Caverns
Texas's largest commercial caverns, 30 minutes north — 70°F underground is the summer heat cheat code.
The Pearl District
Restored brewery turned foodie destination — Saturday farmers market, Hotel Emma, and some of the best restaurants in Texas.
Everything above is a short drive — then you're back on the creek with hot tubs, fire pits, and a game room waiting. See all 20 things to do near San Antonio →
Overnight Stays Near Houston — FAQs
Everything Houston, Katy, Sugar Land and Woodlands families ask before booking a creekside overnight.
