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Hotel Valencia Riverwalk: Traveler Reviews

4.0 of 5
150 East Houston Street, San Antonio, TX 78205
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Rowlett, Texas
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Beautiful hotel in a perfect location”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 26, 2012

My husband & I just spent 3 nights over the Thanksgiving holiday. We couldn't have asked for a better location. It's right off the riverwalk and within walking distance of everything we wanted to see. We didn't want to pay $29 a night for parking and that wasn't a problem because there is covered public parking a block away near the Majestic theater for $8 a night. It was very convenient and safe. We thought the courtyard in the hotel was beautiful, especially at night. We took several pictures there. It's true that the hotel & rooms are dimly lit but we thought it was romantic. I don't picture this as a family hotel but more for couples. However we saw several families staying. We stayed on the 6th floor overlooking Houston St. It was very pretty at night with the street lit up for the holidays. We enjoyed the comfy bed & the pillows were awesome. Only one complaint: the hotel wifi is extremely slow. But, we were there to relax so it was not a big issue.

Room Tip: Wish we had gotten a room facing the inner courtyard because it was so beautiful
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  • Stayed November 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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“Very dark hotel with slow internet wifi”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed November 24, 2012 via mobile

Stayed here for a week for business. Hotel is located by the riverwalk, few blocks from theaters, etc. Starbucks and Walgreens nearby for convenience. Stayed in a room on 12th floor. Rooms are very dark. Bathroom wash stand/sink had very slow drainage issues. Wifi was so slow, sometimes it was difficult to even check work email. Not sure if I would stay here if I was paying for the rooms out of my pocket.

  • Stayed November 2012
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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“Overall, A Very Nice Stay...”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 24, 2012 via mobile

We stayed here for a couple of nights on our last trip to SA. Staff were very friendly & helpful, room was beautiful! The layout is a bit confusing when you first arrive, as the front desk is actually ABOVE the entrance, on the second floor- The lobby & common areas are very nice, the whole place has a great vibe/ atmosphere about it. The rooms are quite dark, as others have mentioned, which wasn't an issue for me, but watch out for the bed frame! We loved the bar & restaurant, service & food were excellent. Richard, the bartender, is a very nice guy & does an awesome job! Valet was great, we never waited more than 5-10 minutes for our car (be aware that valet parking is $30/ night- worth it to us, but we weren't told ahead of time). The one weak point that needs to be mentioned was the bathroom. The tub was a bit older & run down (again, not a horrible thing, just not what we expected from a hotel of this caliber)- chips & rust spots in many places. Also, we found many hairs in the bathroom that were not ours (there when we arrived), especially in the sink. But when mentioned to the front desk, corrected... The courtyard was beautiful, especially at night, with the "fire".

Overall, a beautiful hotel and a pleasant stay! I would not reccomend it for families with small children (no pool or real "kid-friendly" areas), but great for a romantic get away or business trip. We visit SA at least 4-5 times a year & enjoy trying out the various accommodations. Hotel Valencia was a treat. For a short stay, we would defiantly return. For a longer stay we would probably choose a location with a pool & more casual atmosphere. So, depending on what you are looking for, this "could" be a wonderful choice!

  • Stayed November 2012
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Converse, Texas
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“Great Location Downtown”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 20, 2012

A nice high end hotel located on the Riverwalk. First and foremost be aware that there is no swimming pool at this property. My wife and I spent our anniversary here this year and were pleased with the size and quality of our room. The room offered great solitude and was very very quiet. It has a great downtown location with access to verything downtown San Antonio. There was a mild mix up when my luggage was taken to another room with another quest's luggage that was mistakingly placed in my room and then removed to the correct room. Everything was cleared up in short order though.

  • Stayed June 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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“Nice Riverwalk location”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 18, 2012

We stayed at the Valencia for two nights at the beginning of November, and we enjoyed it. The location is good, the hotel was nice, and had very friendly, helpful staff. We did not care for the darkness of the lobby and rooms, but they were attractive and clean. We had drinks in the bar and breakfast in Citrus, which was really good. It's a good location for doing all the tourist stuff. We really enjoyed San Antonio, the Alamo was really interesting and the Riverwalk Cruise (evening) was lots of fun (bring your own wine/beer). Also, spend some time in the hotel inner patio area, it has a great fireplace, nice place to sit with wine and mingle with other guests. All in all, it was a very nice time

  • Stayed November 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Also Known As:
Valencia Riverwalk Hotel
Valencia Riverwalk San Antonio
Hotel Valencia San Antonio
Address: 150 East Houston Street, San Antonio, TX 78205
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Region: United States > Texas > San Antonio
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Center Fitness Center Free High-Speed Internet Restaurant Room Service Suites Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#1 Romantic Hotels in San Antonio
#23 Business Hotels in San Antonio
#63 Family Hotels in San Antonio
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Nestled on the banks of the historic San Antonio River Walk, Hotel Valencia Riverwalk is a boutique hotel located in the heart of downtown within walking distance of the Alamo and only a short drive away from Sea World, Six Flags Fiesta Texas, and numerous golf courses. This sophisticated urban chic hotel with stylish rooms and suites is only steps away from the the Museum Reach on the new North River Walk, where you will enjoy the city’s exciting new one-of-a-kind boutiques, shops offering an array of tempting goods, concerts, museums and cultural arts. Sip signature cocktails in our ultra sleek Vbar, and indulge in a culinary delight in Citrus Restaurant. Ideal for a romantic getaway, business travel or a leisure. Amenities include signature beds with Egyptian cotton linens, complimentary high speed internet and newspaper. ... more   less 
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