Smithville, TX

Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Smithville

This was a cabin we stayed in called the "Best Little Cabin in Texas", located in Smithville, about 30 minutes from Austin.  Spent a totally relaxing weekend..

Downtown Smithville

If you're spending some time in Downtown Smithville, James H. Long Railroad Park and Museum and World's Largest Gingerbread Man are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Smithville
Waterfront Smithville River House

Waterfront Smithville River House

Smithville TX
Stay at this vacation home in Smithville. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions James H. Long Railroad Park and Museum ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (62 reviews)
Friendly host that was very responsive.

Reviewed on 20 October 2025

Waterfront Smithville River House
Cottage with pool in historic downtown

Cottage with pool in historic downtown

Smithville TX
Stay at this cottage in Smithville. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions James H. Long Railroad Park and Museum and World's Largest ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (204 reviews)
Great place. Didn’t use the pool even though it looked inviting.

Reviewed on 28 September 2025

Cottage with pool in historic downtown
Riverside Romance/Luxury RV/Starry Skies & S'mores

Riverside Romance/Luxury RV/Starry Skies & S'mores

Smithville TX
The price is AED 217 per night from Dec 2 to Dec 3
AED 217
per night
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Buescher State Park and ColoVista Golf Club are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (62 reviews)
We keep coming back it’s so nice! These hosts go above and beyond on the amenities. We travel a lot but this is one of our favorites!

Reviewed on 27 October 2025

Riverside Romance/Luxury RV/Starry Skies & S'mores
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Riverside Romance/Luxury RV/Starry Skies & S'mores

Riverside Romance/Luxury RV/Starry Skies & S'mores

Smithville TX
Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Buescher State Park and ColoVista Golf Club are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (62 reviews)
We keep coming back it’s so nice! These hosts go above and beyond on the amenities. We travel a lot but this is one of our favorites!

Reviewed on 27 October 2025

Riverside Romance/Luxury RV/Starry Skies & S'mores
Waterfront Smithville River House

Waterfront Smithville River House

Smithville TX
Stay at this vacation home in Smithville. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions James H. Long Railroad Park and Museum ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (62 reviews)
Friendly host that was very responsive.

Reviewed on 20 October 2025

Waterfront Smithville River House
Cottage with pool in historic downtown

Cottage with pool in historic downtown

Smithville TX
Stay at this cottage in Smithville. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions James H. Long Railroad Park and Museum and World's Largest ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (204 reviews)
Great place. Didn’t use the pool even though it looked inviting.

Reviewed on 28 September 2025

Cottage with pool in historic downtown
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Smithville

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5/5 - Excellent

Isaac

I didn't know the Tree of Life was filmed there; so that was cool to see. Also, the town and food were pretty awesome!