Where to Stay in Historic Hico, Texas

No matter where you spend the night after a day in historic Hico, Texas, you’re in for a one-of-a-kind Hico experience full of Texas hospitality.

When staying in Hico, you can enjoy the beautifully restored charm of a historic hotel, or wake up next to the slow rolling waters of the Bosque River. Wherever you choose to stay, you can be sure that Hico offers places to stay that are just as unique as the town itself.

On the corner of Pecan Street and 2nd Street in downtown Hico sits the Upstairs Inn, a 3 bedroom Inn full of personality and charm. When staying at the Upstairs Inn, exploring downtown Hico is easy since you are just steps away from shops and restaurants like Hico Mercantile, The Chop House, and Jersey Lilly’s.

The Inn sits above two must visit stops on your Hico getaway, Eis and Pecan Street Drink Shoppe. Stop in Eis for a made to order sandwich using only the highest quality Texas sourced ingredients. When you get thirsty, walk next door to Pecan Street Drink Shoppe for wine, beer, spirits, and Texas snacks, including locally made raw milk artisan cheeses, jerky’s and a variety of local nuts.

The historic Midland Hotel is a 14 room hotel in downtown Hico, Texas. Built in the 1890’s and beautifully restored in 2014, the hotel houses The Chop House restaurant and 1896 Saloon. Perfect for a weekend getaway, girls trip or mini vacation with the family, the Midland Hotel is the ideal spot to explore downtown and walk to the many unique shops and local restaurants.

This 500 sq. ft bed and breakfast in historic downtown Hico, Texas has been newly restored and includes a private bedroom with a queen bed, kitchen with bar sink, coffee makers, microwave, and refrigerator, and is stocked with coffee, tea, and water. There is a private bath including a shower stocked with botanical bath amenities. Walk to Flacas Fitness & Brews for dinner and dancing, or shop for original Texas art, handmade jewelry, custom furnishings and thoughtful gifts at Blue Star Trading.

Built in 1874 out of hand chiseled rock, the “Old Rock House” has been lovingly restored to its original rock walls, hardwood floors and bead board ceilings. The cozy, locally owned Old Rock House is equipped with a fully furnished kitchen, 3 bedrooms & 2 full baths that include walk in showers & an old fashioned claw foot tub. Nestled on 5 acres of pristine oak trees, a stay in this one-of-a-kind historic home is an authentic Hico, Texas experience.

Off the Vine RV Park is a laid back camping & vintage RV experience offering one-of-a-kind lodging with renovated vintage Airstream trailers, RV hook-ups and safari tents in Hico, Texas. The Texas themed vintage trailers are outfitted with luxury Peacock Alley Linens and Robes, Topo Chico Mineral Water, Handcrafted Soap, and a free Silver Spur Winery tasting.

The Hico Hills Inn is a non-smoking motel with room amenities including a coffee maker, refrigerator, microwave, and free wifi. Located near downtown, you can walk to 2nd Street Provisions for coffee or lunch, or find vintage treasures at E&E Resale just down the road.

Set beside the slow ripple of the Bosque River and beautiful mature pecan trees is the City of Hico’s Bosque River RV Park. Amenities in the park include a playground, horseshoe pits, covered pavilions, an outdoor stage, and bathroom. Take a stroll on the nearby walking/biking trail, or go climbing at Siloville, a grain silo turned climbing gym and ropes course.

A little more secluded from the vibrant shops and restaurants downtown, Flying B RV Park has RV hookups in Hico, Texas. Drive in to town for a hearty breakfast at the Koffee Kup Family Restaurant, or a farm-to-table lunch at Two Clay Birds Farm and Garden Market.

Nestled in the rolling hills and beautiful tree-lined country just outside of Hico is Gilmore Creek Ranch. It is a vacation rental, event venue and hunting and fishing ranch offering three lodging options including a barndominium, ranch house, and lodge. Perfect for a weekend getaway in the great outdoors with friends or family, spend some quality time together enjoying the natural beauty of the northern Hill Country, or drive in to town for shopping, a cold beverage, or a sweet treat from world famous Wiseman House Chocolates.

The Cabin on the Pond at the Bluebonnet Country Club is a two story cabin located on a 76 acre vintage 1920’s 9 hole golf course just outside of Hico, Texas. The cabin was built in 2016 with the option of having a king bed or two twin size beds on the first floor, the second floor has three twin bunk beds. The cabin includes a kitchenette, bathroom, and spacious patio. Enjoy golf, swimming, and tennis at the Country Club during your stay.