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The Vaquero Motel

2.5 star property

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Premium Suite | Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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1103 Maple St, Bandera, TX, 78003
  • Place, Bandera City Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Medina River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Frontier Times Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬

Room options

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Premium Suite | Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Cabin, Non Smoking, Park View | Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Cabin, Non Smoking, Park View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • River view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Cabin, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Park View | Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Cabin, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Park View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • River view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Cabin, Non Smoking, Park View | Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Cabin, Non Smoking, Park View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • River view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Park View | Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Park View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room, Non Smoking, River View | Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, Non Smoking, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • River view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Cabin, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View | Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Cabin, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Vaquero Motel

Charcoal grills, gift shops/newsstands and free self-parking are available at this motel. WiFi in public areas is free. Housekeeping is available on request.
The Vaquero Motel offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. 33-inch Smart televisions come with premium digital channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Housekeeping is provided on request.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The Vaquero Motel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Bandera City Park. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as an off-lead area.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 50+ Mbps)
  • Free self-parking and Motorhome/coach/lorry parking
  • Services include luggage storage
  • Steps from Bandera City Park and Medina River
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including an off-lead area
As a guest of The Vaquero Motel, you'll find barbecue grills and gift shops/newsstands. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Bandera motel.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • On a river
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Entertainment

  • 33-inch smart TV with premium digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (9:00 AM - 7:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Weight limit: 50 lb per pet
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • An off-lead area is available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Firewood fee: USD 10.00 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property's front desk is open during the following times:
  • Sunday - Thursday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests arriving after 6:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

Property is also known as

The Vaquero Motel Motel
The Vaquero Motel Bandera
The Vaquero Motel Motel Bandera

The Vaquero Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 228 out of 276 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 276 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 276 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 276 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 276 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff and room
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient and the feeling of waking up here is great!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nicely situated for exploring the town
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

damion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owner was very friendly easy to talk to and pricing was affordable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice cabin. In need of a little restoration of the bathroom area, but it's usable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy check in, walking distance to all the stuff one can see in downtown Bandera, definitely would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed on a cold night and the cabin was nice and warm.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Guy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Handy walkable location to downtown. Parking was easy. Kitchen area was cramped.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The woman that checked us in was so friendly and gave lots of useful local information. The cabin was immaculate and well decorated. It is very close to the town center.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cutest cleanest rooms and the most comfy bed ever…
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A very nice location with comfortable lodging, clean and very well fitted. A cool Western cowboy feel and the staff were absolutely awesome. Friendly and forthcoming with information that I may not know to ask about. I enjoyed my stay and look forward to returning soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean and nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fun cabin stay by the river
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to add stay and walk to the 11th street bar for a concert.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Very clean and comfortable cabin. Quiet area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome stay in Bandera at Vaquero Motel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
They went above and beyond to help me check in late.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything about this place was amazing! It is very quaint and relaxing. They have everything you need for a comfortable stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location. Clean and perfect for a family of 4.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Xiomara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and walking distance to most places if you don’t mind getting in your steps
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great space in the cabins. The food and shopping are fun
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Felicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, nice vibes, perfect location. Loved that we had our own fire pit.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mayra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is very charming. The room was very clean and had everything we needed. Tracy, the lady at the front was nice and offered plenty of information on the town. This motel is walking distance from restaurants and bars. Over all, great stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MaryAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Check in quick & Friendly! Cabin immaculate! A joy to stay here - would recommend to singles & couples!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025