Blue Hills Ranch Hotel - McGregor
31.372117, -97.361141
Overview
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, 38 km 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: 38 km from Waco, near SpaceX site
- Family: Babysitting service, pet-friendly, pirate cabins
Rooms and availability
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Room size:
625 sq. feet
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Bed options:2 Single beds
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Coffee machine
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Room size:
625 sq. feet
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed and 1 Sofa bed
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Shower
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Coffee machine
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Room size:
625 sq. feet
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Bed options:2 Single beds
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Mountain view
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Shower
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Coffee machine
Essential information about Blue Hills Ranch Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 292 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 5.3 mi |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 33.3 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Waco Regional, ACT |