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Sophie's Gasthaus
New Braunfels, Texas, United States · Independent · Core Luxury
Sophie's Gasthaus took the 1906 Karbach/Eiband House, built for George and Hulda Eiband in a Frank Lloyd Wright-influenced style, and opened eight rooms in 2020. In 2026 it became the first New Braunfels hotel in the Michelin Guide, named for Princess Sophie, fiancee of Prince Carl of Solms-Braunfels. The Sophienburg Museum is a seven-minute walk through the old German town.
- 8 rooms
- Opened 2020
- Neighborhood: Downtown Historic District
About Sophie's Gasthaus
- Named for Princess Sophie, fiancee of Prince Carl of Solms-Braunfels, the town's 1840s German-noble namesake.
- Eight rooms in the 1906 Eiband House, plus a 1900s annex and a one-bedroom apartment with a kitchen, fireplace, and terrace.
- Outdoor pool, garden, fire pit, and a lounge with a fireplace; Landa Park about a mile away.
History
Sophie's Gasthaus occupies the 1906 Karbach/Eiband House in New Braunfels, Texas, built for George and Hulda Eiband in a Frank Lloyd Wright-influenced style. The property opened as an 8-room boutique hotel in 2020 and in 2026 became the first New Braunfels hotel added to the Michelin Guide. It is named for Princess Sophie, fiancee of Prince Carl of Solms-Braunfels.
The setting
7-minute walk to Sophienburg Museum.
Restaurants and bars
- Sophie's Bistro — Restaurant
- Drawing Room — Restaurant
Experiences
- Artistic dialogue within the property — The property hosts art and artistic dialogue within its walls, with heirlooms, contemporary art and travel-worn treasures.
- Historic suites stay — Stay in the hotel's historic suites in the 1906 building.
- Art-filled property photo opportunities — Creative photo opportunities throughout the art-filled property.
- Poolside gathering — Casual poolside chats and gatherings on the property.
Amenities
- Pool
- Pet-friendly
Awards
- MICHELIN One Key (2026)
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