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Full Stringer Lodge

Relax at Full Stringer Lodge, a laid-back adults-only lodge in Matagorda, TX. Free Wi-Fi, parking, on-site cafe, and BBQ grills near Matagorda Harbor and birdwatching spots.

22996 TX-60, Matagorda, TX 77457, United States View on map
8.8/10
Very Good Based on 67 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Paid breakfast Free parking Air-conditioned Restaurant
What recent guests emphasize

Highlights from guest reviews

Recent visitors appreciate the clean, comfortable accommodations and friendly café service, while some note occasional noise near communal areas. The lodge’s relaxed setting and onsite dining receive consistent compliments, making it a favored choice for adult travelers seeking tranquility and convenience.

Guests often praise

  • Clean and well-maintained rooms with fresh linens and thoughtful touches like baked cookies.
  • The cozy two-story deck area with fireplaces, perfect for relaxing outdoors.
  • Cassady’s café on site, praised for excellent coffee, variety, and friendly, attentive staff.
  • Convenient self-check-in process and peaceful atmosphere with quiet hours enforced.
  • Overall value for the price compared to other area accommodations.

Worth knowing

  • Quiet hours from 10pm to 7am are in place, though some guests have experienced noise from other visitors on the porch area.
  • Housekeeping does not clean rooms daily; refresh towels and supplies may not be provided every night.
  • The café opens at 7am, which may affect early breakfast options.
  • The lodge caters exclusively to adults, supporting a laid-back and restful environment.

Best for

  • Adults seeking a quiet, restful stay in a rural, natural setting near fishing and bird watching spots.
  • Visitors who appreciate accommodations with easy outdoor access and social areas featuring fireplaces.
  • Guests who enjoy onsite dining options with fresh coffee and homemade baked goods.
  • Travelers looking for a laid-back lodge with simple self-service check-in and free parking.
  • Those planning to explore nearby attractions like Matagorda Beach and Nature Parks.
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About this property

Welcome to Full Stringer Lodge

Located along Highway 60 in a rural part of Matagorda, Full Stringer Lodge is a laid-back, adults-only property offering a quiet retreat near fishing spots and boat docks at Matagorda Harbor. The lodge is within walking distance of local attractions such as Saint Mary’s Bayou for bird watching and several notable natural areas including Matagorda Beach and Matagorda Bay Nature Park.

The lodge combines elements of a motel and hotel, featuring air-conditioned accommodations with free Wi-Fi and free parking. Guests can enjoy the on-site cafe and restaurant, as well as barbecue grills and a terrace equipped with fireplaces, which create inviting spaces for relaxation. Visitors have praised the cleanliness and comfort of the rooms, with some highlighting thoughtful touches like fresh-baked cookies and easy keyless entry.

Guest feedback points to a generally well-maintained and pleasant environment, though occasional noise from common outdoor areas has been mentioned, making room selection important for those seeking extra quiet. The nearby Cassady’s café is a popular spot for breakfast and lunch, noted for its wide menu and coffee quality. This setting makes Full Stringer Lodge suitable for travelers seeking a peaceful base for outdoor activities, especially fishing and coastal exploration.

For those arriving by air, Victoria Regional Airport is about an hour and twenty minutes away by car. Several other lodging options are located close by, including Westwood Inn and Fisherman’s Motel, providing alternatives within a short distance. Overall, the lodge offers a practical and relaxed option for adults visiting Matagorda’s natural attractions and waterfront.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Paid breakfast
Free parking
Air-conditioned
Restaurant
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

SS
Steve Smith Apr 19, 2026
8.0

The room was very nice and clean. You get a code emailed to you for the door and you don't have to check in or out. The coffee shop doesn't open until 7. The first night there were two K cups, a very good cookie and a scone in the room. The second night there was a bad hanging on the door with two cookies but only one K cup. The did not clean the room or bring fresh towels. Mattress was very comfortable Will stay again.

CD
Chanse Durand Apr 12, 2026
10

My Wife and I went down to Matagorda for a flounder gigging trip and stayed at the lodge 2 nights. This was place was perfect! The property was very clean and the rooms were very nice. Really like the 2 story deck and fireplaces. Cassady's next door was amazing for breakfast and lunch. Wide variety on the menu and the coffee was great too. This place is a step above the others in Matagorda.

J
Joyce Apr 08, 2026
10

Spent the weekend at full stringer lodge. Very enjoyable and restful place. Clean property and well maintained. Added bonus Cassady’s coffee shop and cafe on grounds! Would recommend you check this out! Staff very nice and helpful. Food was excellent!

ST
Shelbe Taylor Mar 02, 2026
8.0

Loved the location and accommodations. The lodge has quiet hours from 10pm - 7am. Most nights were fine, but one night out of the stay, other guests were a little loud hanging out on the porch/fireplace group area. Would definitely stay again, but would select a room at the other end, away from the gathering area!

TC
Ted Carlson Feb 26, 2026
10

This was our third time staying here. We've visited the other places in Matagorda, but this is our favorite. The rooms are much nicer than would be expected for the price, and Cassidy's next door makes amazing food! Highly recommend.

EM
Erica Matula Jan 31, 2026
10

This is such a beautiful quiet place to stay! Hubby and I came into town for the annual boat parade. We were in the pelican room and had a very lovely card and fresh baked cookies in our room upon arrival. Our room actually opened up to the deck with a fireplace which is very nice for lounging outside. We did have breakfast at the coffee bar located on site and my caramel latte was amazing! We had two waffle sandwiches and they were very yummy. The restaurant is so nice and inviting and our server was so sweet! We can’t wait to come back here again.

JK
Jennifer Karcher Jan 10, 2026
10

Rooms smelled and looked clean. All the linen you could tell was fresh. This entire establishment is beautifully kept. It was our first time staying at the lodge but it will not be our last. All throughout our stay we had goodies at our door from the Cafe. The cookies and scones are to die for. We got up early this morning and decided to go down for breakfast and coffee. This cafe had nothing but warm friendly smiles and great service. Susan was such a delight to talk to and she made our visit that much better. Susan's personality and beautiful smile just lit up the room and reminded me of my grandmother. Everyone was professional! The prices were great and the breakfast was amazing. The kitchen was clean and neat. The menu has a good selection and it will not disappoint. I am sad that we did not go there for all of our meals. Next time we definitely will! This gives me the "home time feel". Great decor as well!!!!!

LG
Lincoln G Jan 07, 2026
10

Thank you FSL in Mata-get down-gorda. We very much enjoyed the stay in Loons Landing (rm6) at Full Stringer Lodge. It was the perfect place to retreat to after a long day on the beach or the water. There were fresh baked cookies waiting for us when we arrived, which were some of the best I’ve ever had. And more cookies, waiting for us the next day at the doorstep. The café, their food and coffee were all top-notch We will definitely be coming back and stayingthere soon.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Full Stringer Lodge

Matagorda, Texas, USA

In a rural area along Highway 60, this laid-back hotel for adults only is a 9-minute walk from the fishing spots and boat docks at Matagorda Harbor. It's 3 miles from bird watching at Saint Mary's Bayou.

  • Victoria Regional Airport 1 hr 23 Car
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Texas. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Matagorda Beach 1,598 reviews

Matagorda Beach

6420 FM Rd 2031, Matagorda, TX 77457, United States

4.5 · Public Beach
Matagorda Bay Nature Park 600 reviews

Matagorda Bay Nature Park

6420 FM Rd 2031, Matagorda, TX 77457, United States

4.7 · State Park
East Matagorda Bay 29 reviews

East Matagorda Bay

Texas, USA

4.6 · Bay
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