Two-Night Stay at The Cotton Palace in Waco, TX
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Innkeepers serve gourmet breakfasts crafted from local ingredients at renovated, turn-of-the-century B & B
What You Get
Two-night stay for two in any available room with breakfast
- $139, valid Sunday–Thursday (travel by 10/31/12)
- $159 with champagne, valid Friday and Saturday (travel by 8/31/12)
Book by: 5/23/12
Read the Fine Print for important info on travel dates and other restrictions.
Craftsman-Style Bungalow with Gourmet Breakfast
Built more than a hundred years ago, the Craftsman-style bungalow that now houses The Cotton Palace B & B has been a kindergarten, a restaurant, and a flower shop. In addition to withstanding changing ownership and 5-year-olds, it was one of the few structures to survive the devastating tornado that all but leveled Waco in 1953. Now owned by a trio of former schoolteachers, the building has been lovingly restored to showcase its original architectural features, which include ornate gables and an inviting front porch flanked by sturdy white columns.
Inside, several of the home's original features—such as the light fixtures and a Rookwood-tile fireplace—have been preserved. In the dining room, paneled wainscoting lines the walls and a pattern of crisscrossing beams ornaments the ceiling. At least one of the three innkeepers is usually on hand to answer questions about the house or the history of Waco.
Upstairs, each guest room is furnished with antiques such as carved vanities and rocking chairs. Among possible choices in the main house, Jennifer’s room boasts a four-poster bed and floral-print plates, and in Amanda’s room, a chandelier dangles above a two-person jacuzzi. Alternatively, the standalone Carriage House includes a private balcony, a full kitchen, and bookshelves stocked with Sam Houston's multivolume dream journal.
In the morning, a lavish breakfast is served in the dining room. Locally made jams, cheeses, and flours add Texas flavor to dishes such as pancetta-cinnamon waffles and italian-sausage quiche. While mealtime is typically 8 a.m.–9 a.m., you can arrange for a different serving time in advance.
Waco, Texas: University Town with Storied Past
The year 1885 was a big one for Waco. First, Baylor University—one of the oldest colleges west of the Mississippi—moved there. Second, a corner drugstore began serving a soda pop that soon became known as Dr Pepper. Today, both institutions continue to influence the city. The Dr Pepper Museum, housed in the original 1906 bottling plant, showcases more than 100,00 items of soft-drink memorabilia. A few blocks east, Baylor’s campus houses several museums of its own. The Mayborn chronicles the region’s natural history, and the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame displays antique pistols and the Lone Ranger’s bridle-mounted GPS.
Read the Fine Print for important info on travel dates and other restrictions.
Other Details
How To Book
- Purchase Groupon.
- Call The Cotton Palace by 5/23/12.
- Choose a valid date based on option purchased.
- Mention your Groupon and provide your credit-card info.
Room Details
In All Included Rooms
- Unique layouts and antique furniture
- Handmade soaps
Amanda’s Room, Emily’s Room, Hillary’s Room, Jennifer’s Room, and the Carriage House
- One queen bed or one king bed
- Standard occupancy: 2
- Maximum occupancy: 2
Eren’s Suite and Matt’s Attic
- Matt’s Attic: two twin beds plus trundle bed
- Eren’s Suite: one king bed plus pullout sofa
- Standard occupancy: 2
- Maximum occupancy: 4
- Adding occupants above standard: $25 per night for each additional guest (guests younger than 10 not allowed)
Hotel Policies
- Check in: 4 p.m.
- Check out: 11 a.m.
- Parking: free
- Rollaways: not available
- Smoking policy: no smoking inside the property
- Pet policy: pets are allowed in the Carriage House only for $25 per night.
- Accessibility: handicap-accessible rooms are not available.
- Room upgrades: not available
What It's Worth
Two-night stay for two in any available room with breakfast
- $139, valid Sunday–Thursday
Total value: up to $280 - $159, valid Friday and Saturday (up to a $300 value) with champagne (a $30 value)
Total value: up to $330
Amenities
- Gourmet breakfast
- Sun porch with library
- Front porch with rockers
- All-day snacks and beverages available
- Antique and original furnishings
- Free WiFi in all rooms
Traveler's Tips
- Innkeepers can prepare vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and other specialty breakfasts if notified in advance.
Getting There
- By plane: 7 miles from Waco Regional Airport (ACT); 115 miles from Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
- By bus: about 1 mile from Greyhound bus station
Innkeepers serve gourmet breakfasts crafted from local ingredients at renovated, turn-of-the-century B & B
What You Get
Two-night stay for two in any available room with breakfast
- $139, valid Sunday–Thursday (travel by 10/31/12)
- $159 with champagne, valid Friday and Saturday (travel by 8/31/12)
Book by: 5/23/12
Read the Fine Print for important info on travel dates and other restrictions.
Craftsman-Style Bungalow with Gourmet Breakfast
Built more than a hundred years ago, the Craftsman-style bungalow that now houses The Cotton Palace B & B has been a kindergarten, a restaurant, and a flower shop. In addition to withstanding changing ownership and 5-year-olds, it was one of the few structures to survive the devastating tornado that all but leveled Waco in 1953. Now owned by a trio of former schoolteachers, the building has been lovingly restored to showcase its original architectural features, which include ornate gables and an inviting front porch flanked by sturdy white columns.
Inside, several of the home's original features—such as the light fixtures and a Rookwood-tile fireplace—have been preserved. In the dining room, paneled wainscoting lines the walls and a pattern of crisscrossing beams ornaments the ceiling. At least one of the three innkeepers is usually on hand to answer questions about the house or the history of Waco.
Upstairs, each guest room is furnished with antiques such as carved vanities and rocking chairs. Among possible choices in the main house, Jennifer’s room boasts a four-poster bed and floral-print plates, and in Amanda’s room, a chandelier dangles above a two-person jacuzzi. Alternatively, the standalone Carriage House includes a private balcony, a full kitchen, and bookshelves stocked with Sam Houston's multivolume dream journal.
In the morning, a lavish breakfast is served in the dining room. Locally made jams, cheeses, and flours add Texas flavor to dishes such as pancetta-cinnamon waffles and italian-sausage quiche. While mealtime is typically 8 a.m.–9 a.m., you can arrange for a different serving time in advance.
Waco, Texas: University Town with Storied Past
The year 1885 was a big one for Waco. First, Baylor University—one of the oldest colleges west of the Mississippi—moved there. Second, a corner drugstore began serving a soda pop that soon became known as Dr Pepper. Today, both institutions continue to influence the city. The Dr Pepper Museum, housed in the original 1906 bottling plant, showcases more than 100,00 items of soft-drink memorabilia. A few blocks east, Baylor’s campus houses several museums of its own. The Mayborn chronicles the region’s natural history, and the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame displays antique pistols and the Lone Ranger’s bridle-mounted GPS.
Read the Fine Print for important info on travel dates and other restrictions.
Other Details
How To Book
- Purchase Groupon.
- Call The Cotton Palace by 5/23/12.
- Choose a valid date based on option purchased.
- Mention your Groupon and provide your credit-card info.
Room Details
In All Included Rooms
- Unique layouts and antique furniture
- Handmade soaps
Amanda’s Room, Emily’s Room, Hillary’s Room, Jennifer’s Room, and the Carriage House
- One queen bed or one king bed
- Standard occupancy: 2
- Maximum occupancy: 2
Eren’s Suite and Matt’s Attic
- Matt’s Attic: two twin beds plus trundle bed
- Eren’s Suite: one king bed plus pullout sofa
- Standard occupancy: 2
- Maximum occupancy: 4
- Adding occupants above standard: $25 per night for each additional guest (guests younger than 10 not allowed)
Hotel Policies
- Check in: 4 p.m.
- Check out: 11 a.m.
- Parking: free
- Rollaways: not available
- Smoking policy: no smoking inside the property
- Pet policy: pets are allowed in the Carriage House only for $25 per night.
- Accessibility: handicap-accessible rooms are not available.
- Room upgrades: not available
What It's Worth
Two-night stay for two in any available room with breakfast
- $139, valid Sunday–Thursday
Total value: up to $280 - $159, valid Friday and Saturday (up to a $300 value) with champagne (a $30 value)
Total value: up to $330
Amenities
- Gourmet breakfast
- Sun porch with library
- Front porch with rockers
- All-day snacks and beverages available
- Antique and original furnishings
- Free WiFi in all rooms
Traveler's Tips
- Innkeepers can prepare vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and other specialty breakfasts if notified in advance.
Getting There
- By plane: 7 miles from Waco Regional Airport (ACT); 115 miles from Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
- By bus: about 1 mile from Greyhound bus station