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O´Brien Historic Hotel

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near River Walk

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Garden
Point of interest
Interior
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

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116 Navarro St, San Antonio, TX, 78205
  • River Walk
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Alamo
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Alamodome
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • San Antonio, TX (SAT-San Antonio Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed, City View

  • City view
  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

  • City view
  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, City View

  • City view
  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Balcony

  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Jetted Tub

  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

San Antonio

Heart of San Antonio.Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown San Antonio hotel, you'll find Shops at Rivercenter and River Walk. Tower of the Americas and Alamo are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • River Walk - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Shops at Rivercenter - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Henry B. González Convention Center - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Alamo - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Alamodome - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • San Antonio Station - 6 min drive
  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casa Rio - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Durty Nelly's Irish Pub - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Iron Cactus Mexican Restaurant and Margarita Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Rita's On The River - ‬4 min walk

About this property

O´Brien Historic Hotel

3.5-star hotel near River Walk
A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. There's an onsite business center. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly O´Brien Historic Hotel. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star San Antonio hotel is smoke free.

  • 39 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Business facilities
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
O´Brien Historic Hotel offers 39 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. 27-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

This San Antonio hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and portable fans.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (USD 25.97 per day); reservations required
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (USD 25.97 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 27-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 25.97 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 25.97 per day (25 ft away)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Hotel O'Brien
O'Brien Ascend Collection
O'Brien Ascend Collection San Antonio
O'Brien Hotel
O'Brien Hotel Ascend Collection hotel
O'Brien Hotel Ascend Collection hotel San Antonio
O´Brien Historic Hotel Hotel
O´Brien Historic Hotel San Antonio
O´Brien Historic Hotel Hotel San Antonio
O'Brien Hotel an Ascend Collection hotel

Frequently asked questions

How close is O´Brien Historic Hotel to the airport?

O´Brien Historic Hotel is 9.3 mi (12-min drive) away from the San Antonio International Airport (SAT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at O´Brien Historic Hotel?

As of May 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at O´Brien Historic Hotel on Jun 4, 2025 start from $96.9, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does O´Brien Historic Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at O´Brien Historic Hotel.

Does O´Brien Historic Hotel offer free breakfast?

O´Brien Historic Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at O´Brien Historic Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at O´Brien Historic Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at O´Brien Historic Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 25.97 per day.

Does O´Brien Historic Hotel have a pool?

O´Brien Historic Hotel does not have a pool.

Does O´Brien Historic Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is O´Brien Historic Hotel to downtown San Antonio?

O´Brien Historic Hotel is 0.2 mi away from San Antonio.

O´Brien Historic Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 434 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 260 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 133 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 96 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 79 out of 1002 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Jerry

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Elevator was down all 3 days. We were on the 3rd floor. The room was nice but the halls were cluttered. Not a favorite this trip.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Shelly

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Laura

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They could not find our reservation.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Palak

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dilapidated

The hotel itself was old and dilapidated, hadn't been renovated or kept up. Items were broken shower was leaking toilet was broken.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Luis

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s close to the river walk
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jim

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Ngo

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Scott

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Terrible urine smell in and around hotel, musty and dank
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Chelsea

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

david

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very charming, very nice staff. Easy access. Surprisingly quiet considering a lot of construction a few blocks away.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Susannah

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, comfortable bed and pillows!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Calixto, San Angelo

Traveled with group
Disliked: Amenities
near riverwalk
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Ryan

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dallas

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Yvonne

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
We have stayed in this hotel numerous times. This time around we were very disappointed. The front desk person seemed to not care about anything.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Very friendly staff
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very safe and warm environment
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

SUSAN

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Carlos C

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

William

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking: VERY EXPENSIVE!! Old, not kept up, no amenities. Would not recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

CRISTINA

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I stayed here for 7 nights to visit family and vacation in the area. We were hoping to have a home away from home, with boutique charm. The only positives we that we were within walking distance to many downtown attractions, the daily room rate didn’t break the bank, and there didn’t seem to be any bed bugs or other pests. Our stay there was an overall unsatisfactory experience, from the property itself (“historic” translated to old and not well-maintained) to the lack of care from the staff. Some examples: To get a lukewarm-to-warm shower, we had to run the faucets for several minutes. Tiles in the bathroom were dislodged and I suspect there was some water leakage behind them For the full week we were there, our room was not serviced. The hotel claimed that rooms could only be serviced if a request the day before was made. Even with the advanced request, our room was never serviced. Trash was not taken out. New towels, a refill of shower gel, and toilet paper were only provided upon request. When we requested new sheets on the bed, a set of sheets was left on a chair in the room to make ourselves. Multiple requests for new cups/glasses were not fulfilled. Front desk staff seemed apathetic and unwelcoming. While our time at the O’Brien was not unpleasant enough to cut our stay short, we stayed due to the hassle of finding somewhere else in the middle of our trip. I would not stay at this hotel the next time I visit San Antonio.

6/10 Okay

Katalin, Bowie

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
we stayed 2 nights. 1. we expected that with a hotel at this location and price range we would get service to our room. when we got back to our hotel in the evening, there had been no maid service … bed unmade, etc. we mentioned this to the front desk, and they said you have to request it in advance, but that was not mentioned at check-in. 2. The hotel parking rate at the nearby garage was $27 per night. ridiculous. close by parking was available at $10 a night. 3. A family who had stayed in the hotel multiple nights had to check out but had to wait for 2 to 3 hours before going to the airport because of weather delays. The front desk would not allow them to hang out in the upstairs common areas because they checked out and wanted to charge them for an extra day just to hang out in the common areas. so they were stuck hanging out in the cold drafty lobby. what a way to treat a customer who gave you business - multiple rooms, multiple days. we will not be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025