New Braunfels in Comal County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)

The Faust Hotel

Photographed By Brian Anderson, May 1, 2021

1. The Faust Hotel Marker

Inscription. First known as the Travelers Hotel, this inn was completed in 1929 with 63 guest rooms and reflected the thriving economy of the New Braunfels area at the time. Renamed "The Faust" in 1936 for the prominent family on whose homesite it was built, the structure has remained in continuous use as a hotel. Its Spanish Colonial Revival design is highlighted by the ornate terra cotta decorative work.

Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1984

Erected 1984 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 1577.)

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Industry & Commerce. A significant historical year for this entry is 1929.

Location. 29° 42.091′ N, 98° 7.371′ W. Marker is in New Braunfels, Texas, in Comal County. Marker is on South Seguin Avenue (State Highway 46), on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 240 South Seguin Avenue, New Braunfels TX 78130, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Old Carl W. Groos Home (within shouting distance of this marker); First Protestant Church (within shouting distance of this marker); Early Settlers' Home (within shouting distance of this marker); Old Krause Building (about 400 feet away, measured

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in a direct line); Stephen Klein Home (about 500 feet away); Hinmann House (about 600 feet away); The New Braunfels Herald (about 600 feet away); Eiband and Fischer General Mercantile (about 700 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in New Braunfels.

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Photographed By Brian Anderson, May 1, 2021

2. The Faust Hotel

Credits. This page was last revised on May 6, 2021. It was originally submitted on May 5, 2021, by Brian Anderson of Humble, Texas. This page has been viewed 302 times since then and 27 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 6, 2021, by Brian Anderson of Humble, Texas.