Unique Texas Getaways: The 20 COOLEST Places To Stay

Texas is chock-full of amazing sights, from rivers and deserts to green hills and beaches — and in every corner of the state there’s equally fascinating places to stay while you explore.

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From bubble tents and forest treehouses to a beehive home and a giraffe manor, these are 20 unique places to stay in Texas!

Bubble Tent

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The Bloomhouse

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Forest Treehouse

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Giraffe Suite

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Blisswood Bed & Breakfast

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Treehouses At Cypress Valley

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