You’re probably wondering what Abilene has to offer you as a visitor. For one, this Texan city has its fair share of parks and even its very own zoological garden. If you’re more into historical places, there’s the preserved Western frontier town, the Buffalo Gap Historic Village. Kids will love the National Center for Children, as well as the Putt-Putt Fun Center, a spot for tons of games, including mini-golf.
Looking for a place to put your feet up after exploring the city? Thankfully, there are lots of accommodation options to choose from. Scroll down to find where to stay and browse through a list of the best hotels and vacation rentals in Abilene. You might wanna bookmark this link, just in case!
Upcoming events:
- If you enjoy country music, be sure to check out Outlaws and Legends Music Fest in Abilene in March. The event hosts even organize songwriter competitions where you can earn the chance to perform during the festival.
- For families traveling with kids, Children's Art + Literacy Festival is a must-see event in June. The festival celebrates illustrated literature for children with readings, the chance to meet costumed characters, and fun free activities.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on October 24, 2024.
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Hotels
1. Comfort Suites University (from USD 117)
Begin your exciting holidays in Abilene from Comfort Suites University, a modern hotel close to popular attractions in the city. The well-located property is 6.4 km (4 mi) from Abilene Zoo and 8 km (5 mi) from Paramount Theatre for a grand day out.
If you love water adventures, take a refreshing dip in the hotel’s indoor heated swimming pool. Parents can relax on the poolside deck chairs while kids have a good time in the water. For more relaxation, have a soothing soak in the indoor hot tub or dine on local cuisine at the on-site restaurant. Aside from the spacious and comfortably furnished rooms, the hotel provides complimentary breakfast and vending machines for snacks and beverages at reasonable rates.
Comfort Suites University
Address: 1902 East Overland Trail , Abilene Height Area, Abilene (TX), United States, 79601
4.11 km (2.6 mi) from Grover Nelson Park
2. Super 8 Abilene South (from USD 61)
This hotel is 10 minutes away from Abilene’s central area, where shopping, entertainment, and dining come to life. All rooms come with a microwave and a fridge, as well as complimentary Wi-Fi. This is also a pet-friendly hotel and all rooms are non-smoking. Moreover, there is an outdoor pool for refreshing swims.
Super 8 by Wyndham Abilene South
Address: 4397 Sayles Boulevard
6.97 km (4.4 mi) from Grover Nelson Park
3. Courtyard by Marriott Abilene Southwest/Abilene Mall South (from USD 110)
A great hotel that’s just behind the Mall of Abilene. Its facilities feature a hot tub, fitness center and an outdoor heated pool. The rooms here are spacious and come with high-end bedding. One of the best-rated hotels in Abilene, which is definitely worth a second glance.
Courtyard by Marriott Abilene Southwest/Abilene Mall South
Address: 4350 Ridgemont Drive
7.94 km (5.0 mi) from Grover Nelson Park
4. Country Hearth Inn & Suites Abilene (from USD 91)
A great hotel with a restaurant on-site, a short 15-minute drive from the Abilene Regional Airport. All rooms come with their own flat-screen cable TV. You’ll love the fact that there’s an outdoor pool too. Breakfast is free, and cooked to order. You could book a room with a sofa bed or kitchen (subject to availability). The Grace Museum is 8 km (4.97 miles) away from the hotel.
Abilene Whitten Inn
Address: 3450 South Clack Street
7.94 km (5.0 mi) from Grover Nelson Park
5. Holiday Inn Abilene - North College Area (from USD 167)
One of the best-rated hotels in Abilene, Holiday Inn comes with American breakfast and a complimentary shuttle service. The Abilene Regional Airport is 10 km (6.21 miles) from the hotel. Its rooms are non-smoking. There is a bar and a restaurant within its premises, as well as a pool.
Holiday Inn Abilene - North College Area, an IHG Hotel
Address: 3525 West Lake Road
6.57 km (4.1 mi) from Grover Nelson Park
6. MCM Elegante Suites Abilene (from USD 139)
Fancy a place that’s close to the Mall of Abilene? This hotel has got you covered. Its rooms come equipped with microwaves and fridges, making it easy to keep a healthy snack or a cheat meal within reach. There is complimentary WiFi, which is a relief if you plan on working or browsing social media. The hotel also has an indoor pool if you’re up for a swim.
Other stellar amenities include a well-equipped fitness center and a game room. Guests also enjoy a daily complimentary breakfast during their stay. If you love Texan cuisine, dine at the hotel’s Remington’s Restaurant, which serves delicious meals in elegant settings.
MCM Elegante Suites Abilene
Address: 4250 Ridgemont Dr
7.95 km (5.0 mi) from Grover Nelson Park
7. La Quinta Inn & Suites Abilene Mall (from USD 100)
La Quinta Inn & Suites, located 15 minutes away from Abilene Zoo and Discovery Center, is a pet-friendly hotel with recreational amenities such as an outdoor swimming pool and a gym. Rooms are 100% smoke-free and there is free wireless internet access. Breakfast is served daily.
“The bed was very comfortable. The pillows were good too. Everything was clean. Was able to travel with my pet.” —DG
La Quinta by Wyndham Abilene Mall
Address: 3018 CatClaw Drive
8.37 km (5.2 mi) from Grover Nelson Park
8. Residence Inn Marriott Abilene (from USD 172)
A free daily buffet breakfast is offered at Residence Inn Marriott. Each room has a kitchen that is equipped with appliances, as well as a 32-inch flat-screen TV. Enjoy free Wi-Fi in all areas and free on-site parking . Other amenities include an outdoor swimming pool and BBQ facilities. The hotel is conveniently located near the Expo Center.
“great breakfast and evening meal. staff and friendly and helpful.” —Annette
Residence Inn by Marriott Abilene
Address: 1641 Musgrave Boulevard
3.93 km (2.5 mi) from Grover Nelson Park
9. Fairfield Inn & Suites Abilene (from USD 100)
Ideal for families with three to five members, Fairfield Inn & Suites is conveniently located just across the street from the Mall of Abilene. Rooms have luxury beddings and kitchen equipment like a microwave and tea/coffee maker. Guests will also have access to an indoor pool and an on-site gym.
“Breakfast included both hot and cold items. Beds were very comfortable.” —Katherine
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Abilene
Address: 3902 Turner Plaza Drive
7.61 km (4.8 mi) from Grover Nelson Park
10. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Abilene Mall South (from USD 129)
Guests who stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites to relax will enjoy an outdoor pool and hot tub, as well as in-room amenities such as a cable TV and a free Wi-Fi access. A hot breakfast is served every morning. Laundry services and luggage storage are also available.
“Bed was really soft and comfortable, shower was great. Everything was clean and plenty of towels and toiletries.” —Rick
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Abilene Mall South, an IHG Hotel
Address: 3112 South Clack Street and Highway 83
8.28 km (5.2 mi) from Grover Nelson Park
11. Days Inn Abilene (from USD 63)
Pets are welcome at Days Inn. This comfortable hotel features free Wi-Fi access and a seasonal outdoor pool. Every room has a private bathroom and a TV. Take advantage of the free airport shuttle service, and have access to a wide array of refreshments through vending machines. Free private parking is also available on-site.
“coffee maker in room excellent. 5 pillows perfect!! Breakfast was awesome” —Natalie
Days Inn by Wyndham Abilene
Address: 3950 Ridgemont Drive
7.7 km (4.8 mi) from Grover Nelson Park
12. Sleep Inn and Suites Abilene (from USD 84)
Start your mornings off right by enjoying hot breakfast served at Sleep Inn and Suites. Guests at the hotel receive free weekday newspapers and free Wi-Fi access in all areas. Non-smoking and connecting rooms are available upon request. There are also rooms with balconies, bars, and sofa sleepers.
“The bed was so soft, the room was extra big and clean, and the breakfast was great.” —Jami
Comfort Suites
Address: 3225 South Danville Drive
7.89 km (5.0 mi) from Grover Nelson Park
13. Quality Inn and Suites (from USD 113)
Quality Inn, a hotel located near Abilene Regional Airport, welcomes guests with in-room amenities including a cable TV with HBO and a refrigerator. Guests can request non-smoking rooms and/or handicap-accessible rooms. A free continental breakfast is served every morning. Other features include a gym and an outdoor pool.
“The variety at breakfast was very good; food was well prepared. Room was clean and bed was comfortable.” —Charles
Quality Inns and Suites
Address: 1758 East Overland Trail
4.13 km (2.6 mi) from Grover Nelson Park
Vacation rentals
14. Westway getaway (from USD 58)
A cozy home right on Belmont Boulevard, this vacation rental comes with a washer and dryer for your laundry needs, as well as Internet and TV access. Pets are welcome but require advance notice. Frontier Texas is just 5 minutes away, while the Fort Phantom Lake is 20 minutes from the house.
Top guest reviews
Host:
daniel is an awesome hostdaniel was a great hostdaniel was an excellent hostdaniel was a great host and responded to questions very quicklydaniel is quickly responsiveLocation:
easy location close to everything and a safe quiet neighborhoodcool little house in a great locationgreat value for a house in a convenient location in abileneit has easy access with great close parking areagreat price and location was pretty nice tooCleanliness:
nice & clean good communicationeverything was very cleansuper clean and the vibe was greatit was a nice clean cozy housethis place is clean and comfortableRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
super comfortable air conditioning and coolersgreat cozy and quaint perfect and so many amenitiescomfy bed and living (website hidden by airbnb) and appreciated the coffee as welli took advantage of the sound proofed room and definetly enjoyed my sleepthe living room has a chaise lounge and a small love seat
15. Spacious house that can sleep up to seven people (from USD 149)
With three bedrooms, this house can comfortably sleep up to seven people. For this reason, this rental is best suited for business travelers, friend hangouts, and families with small children. There’s also a moderately furnished kitchen, cozy living area, and washing machine. Internet and parking are also available to guests.
This house is located in the middle of Abilene, which means that there are many attractions nearby. You can easily go on a sightseeing trip, visiting iconic locations such as the Grace Museum, the 12th Armored Division Memorial Museum, Mall of Abilene, and Paramount Theatre.
Top guest reviews
Host:
the house was just perfect for our family of five and darron was a wonderful hostLocation:
perfect location to visit our daughter at mcmurryteens loved the pool table and the neighborhood was great for walksclean convenient location & reasonable price for short family gathering in abileneCleanliness:
so clean and well kept and comfortablegood place to stay and super cleangreat place to stay clean and everything was there in the house feel like homeRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
we loved having the backyard and grill for cooking out and the guys loved the pool table
16. The Guest Apartment (from USD 378)
A freshly renovated apartment which is conveniently located in a place that’s neither loud nor bustling. While it might be inaccessible to wheelchairs, the apartment is equipped with Internet connectivity, a well-equipped kitchen and even down to home-baked cookies. A lovely place to stay.
Top guest reviews
Host:
owner is very informative and helpful and makes sure you have everything you needowners alone make this place amazing haven't had this much help from other properties we have rentedLocation:
tastefully done with comfort and relaxation everywhere when you walk in you immediately feel peacefulRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
city was sold out of hotel rooms which turned out to be our good fortune
17. Cottage in historic Sayles area (from USD 290)
A spacious home that can easily fit 10 people, right in the heart of Abilene. As far as entertainment goes, the house comes equipped with free WiFi and Netflix. The kitchen is fully equipped and also has chips and cereals if you need to snack. The home is also near churches, restaurants, the zoo and museums.
Top guest reviews
Host:
great owners you can tell that they really care about their propertyour host is super easy to communicate with and the house is so very lovelycommunication with the owner was greatLocation:
great location on a beautiful streeti would recommend this location and will stay here again if we find ourselves back in abilenethe location is in the lovely historic sayles boulevard areathis is a nice well-cared-for property in a good locationCleanliness:
very clean and pet friendlyit was clean and comfortableit is quaint and cleanthe house was cozy clean and reasonably well equippedthis cottage home was clean comfortable and attractively decoratedRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
*the master bedroom ceiling fan lights don't turn on properlyour large group had plenty of room to spread out and relaxthere were 6 adults and 4 children and we were very comfortablegreat spaces and dully stocked kitchens
18. Home in the heart of Abilene (from USD 427)
A house that can fit up to 8 people, and has three bedrooms and two baths. The cottage requires a minimum stay of at least 2 nights, and comes with the fully equipped kitchen, a washer and a dryer, complimentary WiFi as well as Smart TVs. What makes this place stand out is that its backyard comes complete with a barbecue pit - perfect for a family cookout and leisure discussions. Perini Ranch Steakhouse which is nearby is a James Beard award-winning restaurant. A truly charming single-story home to stay at while you’re dropping by Abilene.
Top guest reviews
Host:
the owners met us with fresh baked pumpkin bread and showed us aroundwe can’t say enough about this property and the lovely host melissathe house is very nice and the people are very friendlyLocation:
we came to abilene to visit grandma and other relatives and wanted a place where we could entertain themCleanliness:
clean well-maintained well stocked kitchen comfortable beds new appliancesit is decorated wonderfully clean and had all the extras we needed and morewe enjoyed this beautiful home it was clean and refreshingthe house is beautifully decorated clean and comfortable - a true home away from homeRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the living room was very comfortable and the christmas tree was a sweet touchthe beds were very comfortable
19. Restored historic home in a prime location
Initially built in 1965, this historic property has been renovated recently to become a vacation rental. Now, it features a bright and airy aesthetic and contains four bedrooms that accommodate a maximum of eight people. This house also comes with an adequately equipped kitchen, wireless internet, and a cozy living area. If you’re coming to Abilene in a car, you’ll be delighted to know there’s parking on the premises.
When you stay here, you can also request other services, such as grocery shopping, romance packages, and home-cooked meal deliveries. If you don’t want to cook, you only have to venture outside because there are many restaurants and other eateries nearby.
8.69 km (5.4 mi) from Grover Nelson ParkAccommodates: 8
Minimum Nights: 1
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.
Top guest reviews
Host:
the owners are the nicest people also will definitely stay here againLocation:
great location easy to get into town and easy to hop on the interstateRead more reviewsCleanliness:
very clean and peacefulextremely clean and accommodatingthe decor was great and the house was clean and well appointedthis property is well decorated clean and the beds are exceptional we loved our stay in this home
20. Honey's House on the Hill
A spacious home with its own coffee bar and a full kitchen, as well as a covered patio. It is close to many family-friendly attractions - think the Grace Museum and the Zoo, among others. Entertainment comes in the form of cable TV and of course, wireless Internet. There is a private entrance to the home.
Abilene, Texas, United States
2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Grover Nelson ParkSuperhost
Accommodates: 9
Top guest reviews
Host:
stacey was a great hostsuper friendly host with fast responsesstacy is a great hostwonderful home and excellent hosts our home away from homeshe is the best host she responded quickly to any questions we hadLocation:
great neighborhood to take a nice walkthis house is in the perfect neighborhood with grocery stores restaurants and universities very close byits in a nice neighborhood with a nice pond within walking distancewonderful location and comfortable home away from homegreat location everything was about 10-15 minutes in any directionCleanliness:
very clean and safevery clean had a great staysuper clean cozy place as pictured in safe quiet neighborhoodstacy's place was clean and well suppliedvery clean and comfy homeRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
comfortable and modern with all the amenities you’d find in your own homethe house is incredibly comfortable has amazing amenities and comfortable bedsthe spacious dining room and other eating areas allowed us to entertain our extended familya very comfortable well thought-out and fully equipped placethe kitchen especially was well equipped and fully stocked
Enjoy your adventures in Abilene
Make your stay in Abilene wonderful by picking great accommodations that offer comprehensive amenities, leisure facilities, and warm hospitality. Select an accommodation from the list above and enjoy a fantastic holiday in Abilene.
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