Excelsior House Hotel

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Excelsior House Hotel The oldest continuously operating hotel in Texas, the Excelsior has been welcoming guests since 1858.

The Excelsior House Hotel is the oldest hotel in the state of Texas. Located in the heart of Downtown Jefferson, the historic hotel has been welcoming travelers since 1858. Famous guests from both the 19th and 20th centuries include Ulysses S. Grant, Oscar Wilde, Rutherford B.Hayes, Lady Bird Johnson, Steven Spielberg and more. While each of the 15 guestrooms features lovely antiques and old world charm, each is also equipped with new-world amenities like cable tv, perfect wifi, and beautifully updated bathrooms. The grand ballroom and the fountain courtyard at the old hotel are favorite destinations for weddings, receptions, reunions, and romantic getaways. Business groups enjoy meetings, retreats and small conventions at Excelsior House. Since 1961, the not-for-profit hotel has been owned and operated by the ladies of the Jessie Allen Wise Garden Club, in association with the Excelsior Foundation.

10/19/2026

The Jessie Allen Wise Garden Club is pleased to announce that Emily Kelsey and John Michael McConnell's home on Moseley Street has been selected as the Garden of the Month for October. Emily and John Michael's yard features an abundance of pumpkins, hay bales, and whimsical Skellies in celebration of the Fall season.

With the intense heat and lack of rain taking its toll on gardens, the Garden Club encourages locals and visitors to check out the Skellies latest shenanigans during the month of October.

We are proud to recognize such a creative and fun space! Follow the Skellies’ antics at https://www.facebook.com/share/1HTt8phBCQ/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Thank you to everyone who attended our English Tea earlier this month! It was a lovely event and an enjoyable afternoon...
10/15/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended our English Tea earlier this month! It was a lovely event and an enjoyable afternoon. Our next Tea is planned for March 20th, 2027 so watch this page and theExcelsiorHouse.com for details and reservation information.

10/02/2026
Lots of treasures and great deals! Stop by the Excelsior House Hotel and next door at William Perry Park today and Satu...
10/02/2026

Lots of treasures and great deals! Stop by the Excelsior House Hotel and next door at William Perry Park today and Saturday!

Today is the last day for reservations! Please call the Excelsior House Hotel at (903) 665-2513 and join us for an eleg...
09/30/2026

Today is the last day for reservations! Please call the Excelsior House Hotel at (903) 665-2513 and join us for an elegant and delightful afternoon!

There is always something fun happening in Jefferson. Visit theExcelsiorHouse.com and book your stay today!
09/25/2026

There is always something fun happening in Jefferson.

Visit theExcelsiorHouse.com and book your stay today!

09/24/2026

The very popular Fall Artisan Market will be held October 2nd & 3rd in conjunction with Jefferson’s City Wide Rummage Sale!

Enjoy an elegant English Tea in the beautiful ballroom of the oldest operating hotel in Texas. Make your reservations t...
09/22/2026

Enjoy an elegant English Tea in the beautiful ballroom of the oldest operating hotel in Texas. Make your reservations today by visiting theExcelsiorHouse.com.

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211 W Austin Street
Jefferson, TX
75657

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+19036652513

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