Where to Stay Near Gruene Hall and the Gruene Historic District

Comal Inn is about a 10-minute drive (3.4 mi) from Gruene. Stay in downtown New Braunfels near the Comal River, then head to Gruene for dinner on the Guadalupe, live music at Gruene Hall or an afternoon of shopping.

Gruene at a Glance

From Comal Inn
About 10 min drive, 3.4 mi
Parking
Plenty of free parking
Rideshare
Uber and local taxis
Gruene Hall
1281 Gruene Rd, built in 1878

Getting There and Back

Our guests are split between driving and taking a rideshare. If you drive, parking in Gruene is free and easy to find. If you plan to stay for a late show at Gruene Hall, Uber is easy to get in New Braunfels and local taxis are available too.

Where to Eat in Gruene

Gristmill River Restaurant & Bar

1287 Gruene Rd

The best-known restaurant in Gruene, built into the ruins of an 1878 cotton gin overlooking the Guadalupe River. It’s open-air and not air-conditioned, so it’s at its best on a cool evening. Ask for a seat in the covered area by the fire.

Gruene River Grill

1259 Gruene Rd

Sits right above the Guadalupe River with a patio and an air-conditioned dining room. A good pick when you want the river view on a warm day.

Mozie’s

1601 Hunter Rd

A hidden gem that often gets overlooked. It’s a casual spot just across from Gruene Hall, so it’s an easy dinner before a show.

Things to Do in Gruene

Catch a show at Gruene Hall.Built in 1878, it calls itself Texas' oldest continually operating dance hall. There's live music almost every night of the week, mostly local and Texas artists, and a lot of nights there's no cover. Just walk in, dance and listen.

Every summer, Two Tons of Steel plays Two Ton Tuesdays, a series that's been running for 30 years. It draws all ages, including plenty of local high schoolers who come out to dance with their friends.

Big names like George Strait and Garth Brooks have played here over the years, though those shows are rare. Kacey Musgraves played Gruene Hall before she hit it big, and we still kick ourselves for missing her. Check the lineup at gruenehall.com.

Walk down to the river.Head down the hill and stand on the bridge over the Guadalupe River. It's a short walk from the shops and restaurants.

Treat the kids at the Gruene General Store. Kids love it. There's a big variety of ice cream and fresh fudge, plus candy, drinks, snacks and Gruene t-shirts and hats. 1610 Hunter Rd.

Stop by Gruene Outfitters. A big selection of outdoor gear and clothing, plus a fly fishing shop with a knowledgeable staff. They can also help you line up a guided fly fishing trip. 1629 Hunter Rd, grueneoutfitters.com.

Upcoming at Gruene Hall

The next few shows, pulled from Gruene Hall's calendar and updated hourly.

See the full Gruene Hall calendar

Tubing and Rafting the Guadalupe from Gruene

Gruene is a great launching point for the Guadalupe River. You can book a shuttle with a local outfitter, put in upstream and raft all the way down to take out at Gruene. Or put in at the Gruene bridge and float down to Cypress Bend Park at 503 Peace Ave, the last public tubing access on the river in New Braunfels.

The City of New Braunfels sets river rules, like container limits and closures when the flow is high. Check the city's Guadalupe River page before you go.

When to Go

Gruene is great year-round, but our favorite time is winter or any cool evening. That's when the open-air Gristmill and its fire are at their best.

Gruene hosts festivals all year. The two best known are the Gruene Music & Wine Fest at Gruene Hall, which raises money for the United Way of Comal County, and the Texas Clay Festival, where Texas potters and sculptors show and sell their work. Both are held in October. See more New Braunfels and Gruene events by month.

Stay Downtown, Visit Gruene

Staying at Comal Inn puts you a short walk from the Comal River, Schlitterbahn and downtown New Braunfels, with Gruene 10 minutes away. All five units have a private entrance, free WiFi and free on-site parking. Compare all five units or use the room finder.

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Gruene FAQs

How far is Comal Inn from Gruene?

Comal Inn is about a 10-minute drive (3.4 mi) from the Gruene Historic District and Gruene Hall.

Is there live music at Gruene Hall every night?

Almost. Gruene Hall has live music most nights of the week, mostly local and Texas artists, and many nights have no cover charge. Check gruenehall.com for the lineup.

Is there parking in Gruene?

Yes. There is plenty of free parking in Gruene.

Can I take an Uber or taxi to Gruene?

Yes. Uber is easy to get in New Braunfels, and local taxis are available too. A rideshare back is a good plan if you’re staying for a show at Gruene Hall.

Can you tube or raft the Guadalupe River from Gruene?

Yes. You can take an outfitter shuttle upstream and raft down to Gruene, or put in at the Gruene bridge and float down to Cypress Bend Park, the last public tubing access on the river in New Braunfels.

What are the biggest festivals in Gruene?

Gruene hosts festivals all year. The best known are the Gruene Music & Wine Fest at Gruene Hall and the Texas Clay Festival, both held in October.

Why stay in downtown New Braunfels instead of in Gruene?

You get both. Comal Inn is a short walk from the Comal River, Schlitterbahn and downtown restaurants, and Gruene is a 10-minute drive away for dinner, live music or shopping.