The Cotton Palace
Central Texas's premiere bed and breakfast - old southern charm wrapped in 21st century luxury and amenities. The three story home offers six unique guestrooms with private baths and a carriage house. Exceptional amenities like exquisite linens, luxurious robes and marble whirlpool tubs add to your comfort. Help yourself to a variety of beverages or homemade specialties from the bottomless cookie jars. After a restful night's sleep, enjoy a delicious gourmet breakfast and stimulating conversation around the antique dining room table. The Cotton Palace is centrally located - just minutes away from Baylor University and popular Waco attractions.
Location
- Location is best described as:
- Baylor University
- Waco Convention Center
- Downtown
- Nearest major city: Dallas, TX (100 miles North)
- Directions to property:
Directions:
Southbound I-35
Exit 17th/18th streets (Exit 334)
Right on 17th street - go 1.1 miles
Left on Austin Avenue - then get in right lane because left lane has to turn left at 18th.
The Cotton Palace is 2 1/2 blocks on the left at 1910 Austin Avenue
Northbound I-35
Exit 17th/18th streets (Exit 334)
Left on 17th street - go 1.1 miles
Left on Austin Avenue - then get in right lane because left lane has to turn left at 18th
The Cotton Palace is 2 1/2 blocks on the left at 1910 Austin Avenue
Room Rates (USD American Dollars)
All occupancy rates are subject to change
- State and local taxes may apply
- Accommodations: Rooms
- There are 7 guest accommodations (7 with private baths)
- Single occupancy rate is between $ 120.00 and $ 150.00
- Double occupancy rate is between $ 120.00 and $ 150.00
- The rate for each additional person is $ 20.00
- Other Accommodations: Carriage House
The Carriage House has a small kitchen, den, bath and bedroom. It has a queen size bed. The Carriage House is only rented for a two night minimum stay.
Meals
- A Full breakfast is included with room rate
- Breakfast is served in the Dining Room
- Additional food services included in room rate: Gourmet coffee and tea, Pastries and cookies
- Special meals available: Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian
- Our signature dish is Creme Brulee French Toast
Policies
- No minimum stay required
- Smoking is not allowed
- We cannot accommodate guest pets
- Limitations on children staying (Children age 12 and older welcomed)
- No childcare is provided
- Consumption of alcohol is not permitted
- Deposit amount required (Credit Card number on file or one night's deposit.)
- Check in time is 4:00 pm and Check out time is 11:00 am
- Cancellations:
5 days prior to a weekend reservation or 2 days prior to a weekday reservation - Accepted by the following agencies:
- HAT - Historic Accommodations of Texas
- Heart of Texas Bed and Breakfast Owners Association
- PAII - Professional Association of Innkeepers International
- TH&MA - Texas Hotel and Motel Association
- Chamber of Commerce
Discounts available:Innkeepers
- Innkeeper(s): Becky Hodges
All Baylor graduates and Dutch was the baseball coach at Baylor University for many years. - The innkeepers speak: English
Area Attractions
Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, Nature area, Outlet Stores, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Rodeo, Zoo
Onsite or Nearby Activities
Bicycle riding trails, Billiards, Bird watching, Boating, Canoeing, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Horseback riding, Dr. Pepper Museum, Baylor University, Waco Suspension Bridge, Riverboat cruises, Texas Ranger Museum, Bazos River Walk, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Swimming, Tennis courts
Waco Nearby Cities
Noted below are the approximate distances from Waco, Texas.