Blue Hills Ranch Hotel - McGregor

4-star animal sanctuary resort with themed cabins and interactive wildlife experiences in McGregor, Texas

Amenities

Blue Hills Ranch offers a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a fitness center, and a garden with picnic areas. Complimentary Wi-Fi and free private parking are provided, along with an electric vehicle charging station. The property also includes a business center, meeting/banquet facilities, and a chapel/shrine.

Accommodations

Themed cabins such as the Giraffe Cabin and Otter Cabin feature private bathrooms, air conditioning, and flat-screen TVs. Selected rooms include a kitchenette with a dishwasher, and all cabins have a balcony with city views. Guests can wake up to giraffes or zebras roaming near their deck, with animal interactions available directly from the cabins.

Dining & Experiences

On-site dining includes meals prepared by a chef, with options like dining with giraffes and charcuterie boards. Interactive animal experiences such as swimming with otters, bottle-feeding baby kangaroos, and safari tours are offered. The ranch provides feeding buckets for guests to hand-feed deer, zebras, and camels around the property.

Location & Nearby

Blue Hills Ranch is located in McGregor, 24 miles from Waco Convention Center and McLane Stadium. The property is near the SpaceX launch site, and guests can explore hiking and fishing in the area. The ranch is a 10-minute drive from a grocery store and local restaurants, with quiet country surroundings.

Family & Pet-Friendly

The ranch is pet-friendly, allowing guests to bring dogs, and offers babysitting/child services. Family-oriented activities include a playdate with otters, baby animal bottle feeding, and pirate-themed cabins for kids. Accessible facilities and a 24-hour front desk ensure comfort for diverse guest needs.

• Accommodations: Themed cabins (Giraffe, Otter, Zebra) with animal viewing from decks
• Dining: Chef-prepared meals and dining with giraffes
• Experiences: Swim with otters, bottle-feed kangaroos, safari tours
• Amenities: Seasonal outdoor pool, fitness center, electric vehicle charging
• Location: 24 miles from Waco, near SpaceX site
• Family: Babysitting service, pet-friendly, pirate cabins