"This motel is the best. I had a super good stay.2020-02-19"
"The motel room was clean and comfortable, but I was surprised that there was no alarm clock.2016-09-19"
"Easy to find and close to downtown, which we really liked. The motel needed some renovations, but it was clean, and the staff was friendly. Our room was always tidy when we returned from sightseeing. There was a lot of noise at night from the AC and the highway. OK breakfast; it kept me full until lunch. Appreciated the free parking. Good place to stay for the price.2015-07-14"
"We had a great stay. The room was in top condition, and the hotel staff was excellent. I'll definitely stay here again.2023-09-10"
"We were pleased with our stay. The hotel room was especially nice. The bed was comfortable, and the vanity was outside the shower room. The pool was really clean. The hot breakfast was nice, but it closed at 9 AM.2021-07-06"
"Easy access to San Antonio, and the rates were decent. The hotel lobby was clean, and the room was comfortable. The parking lot was well-lit. We felt safe and got a good night's sleep.2020-02-21"
"Close to downtown. The motel was quiet and reasonably priced, and the room was clean. 2019-06-18"
"The motel wasn't fancy, but it was nice, clean, and updated. We felt safe. If you want high-end, this isn't it, but if you want a comfortable place to stay, this is the place for you.2019-03-17"
"Clean motel room and bathroom. The free breakfast was great.2018-08-22"
"The hotel was within easy walking distance of the Alamodome and River Walk. The room was clean. Quick check-in and digital checkout. The front desk staff was friendly and helpful. Delicious breakfast with a large variety of options. Easy, free parking.2023-11-08"
"We enjoyed our stay. The hotel was close to the Amtrak station and a bus stop. Nice room and excellent breakfast. Great place.2022-12-10"
"Great hotel stay. The room was elegant, and the staff was nice. Good pool, but it was just a little dirty, and the whirlpool was too hot. No room service. 2019-07-10"
"Nice hotel on a quiet street, and it was the perfect walking distance from Alamo Dome and River Walk. Finding the front door and unloading was a bit confusing; we had to park on the street while checking in, but once checked in, parking was simple. Absolutely a 5-star experience.2023-12-30"
"I loved this hotel and my room. It was beautiful, super clean, and didn't have any nasty smells. All the employees were so nice and welcoming. I give the dining room 5 stars; the food was great, and so was the chef. I'll stay here again.2023-08-15"
"The hotel room wasn't clean, so we moved to another room. It was cleaner, but had a sticky floor and crumbs on the kitchen counter.2016-11-17"
"Centrally located to most everything. Great price. Hotel was clean. Had to ask for towels our 2nd day. No housekeeping during our 2-night stay. Staff was courteous. I'd stay again.2015-04-14"
Pet friendly motel
More > - allows dogs only up to 25 pounds, 1 dog per room - dogs allowed in all rooms except suites - $25 per night fee for each dog. - Oct 2019 < Less
"The location was extremely handy for our needs, but the motel was in need of patching and fresh paint. No smoke detector in our room, and the AC hadn't been turned on, so it took a few hours before the room stopped feeling like an oven. The beds were too firm. The hot water in the bathtub ran constantly; we closed the bathroom door to block out the sound, but then it was like a sauna. The bottom of the pool looked moldy. We got tired of waffles being the only hot option at breakfast. OK for an overnight stay, but our 4-night stay was too much.2023-08-01"
"Check-in at the motel was fine the 1st time I stayed, but quite a different experience the next time.2023-02-27"
"I had an enjoyable stay. The motel was adequate and a bargain. My room was clean and comfortable, and the employees were pleasant. The continental breakfast needed improvement.2018-05-16"
"Easy access to the River Walk and the Alamo. We were pleased with this hotel. The room was clean, and the staff was friendly. We loved being able to check in early for a minimal fee. It was also great to park and walk to our activities.2019-01-01"
"The hotel was decent but seemed overpriced.2018-09-18"
"I got a good night's sleep at this hotel.2018-06-17"
"The hotel was conveniently located. Top-notch accommodations and service. I loved staying here.2018-12-31"
"I always have a nice stay at this hotel, but this time the pillows smelled bad. I had to ask for replacements twice.2015-09-11"
"Plan to wait over an hour for your hotel room service order, even though they say it will take less than 40 minutes. Expect lines at check-in and checkout, and to retrieve your car from valet parking. 2015-02-17"
"Worth the price. Everything about this hotel was good, including the staff. I liked staying here.2019-12-17"
"The hotel room was nice and clean, and the employees were friendly and helpful. Good breakfast. I had a pleasant stay with no issues.2019-08-15"
"Close to Fort Sam. The furnishings looked nice but were somewhat worn. The beds were comfortable. The showerhead sprayed water everywhere, but my husband fixed it. The hotel was fine for a short stay.2019-01-22"
"The AC air in the 1st room smelled like mold. The toilet was clogged, and the towel rack fell off the wall when I touched it. I was moved to a better room, but the AC air still smelled like mold. All in all, my stay was a little poor but comfortable.2020-04-12"
"We had to change rooms 3 times before we felt comfortable enough to sleep. Among the issues were peeling paint, gaps around the doors, old, tube TVs, stained carpeting and bedding, scum in the bathtubs, and a faint smell of heating fuel. The staff went above and beyond to try to accommodate us, but there was only so much they could do considering what they had to work with. Find another motel.2015-03-03"
"Close to restaurants, stores, and boat rides. The hotel was wonderful, and so was breakfast. We'll definitely stay here again.2017-12-18"
"Close to the mall and stores. The hotel room was nice and clean, and the view of the River Walk was great. The pillows were small and too light.2017-05-11"
"Excellent location. The hotel was nice and in good condition. We had the Do Not Enter sign on the door and were annoyed by the phone calls and cards slipped under the door complaining that housekeeping couldn't service the room. Avoid the greasy food at the Cactus Cafe.2017-01-24"
Pet friendly hotel
More > - allows up to 2 pets per room with a combined weight of 40 pounds - $125 per stay pet fee for 1st pet - $50 per stay pet fee for 2nd pet. - Mar 2022 < Less
Midscale, smoke-free, full-service, historic hotel
Across street from Alamo
Member of Historic Hotels of America
5 floors, 316 rooms and suites
Heated outdoor swimming pool - exercise room
Restaurant - lounge - room service
Free WiFi
Valet parking only - $30 per night
Pet friendly hotel
More > - allows pets up to 50 pounds only, 2 pets per room - $125 per stay fee for 1st pet - $50 per stay fee for 2nd pet. - Feb 2021 < Less
"The TV didn't work properly, and the freezer was iced up; I had to force the door to close. The motel clerk had a horrible attitude. People were sleeping on the stairways. Don't stay here.2023-03-06"
"I had a bad stay at this motel. The furniture was old, the mattress was too firm, and the pillows were small. The towels were rough. Don't waste your money here.2018-11-13"
"Bathtub was dirty, and no towels or washcloths were provided. Check-in clerk was great, even gave us a map of the area.2015-01-20"
Heated outdoor swimming pool - 24-hour exercise room
24-hour self-serve restaurant - lounge
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Free parking
Pet friendly hotel
More > - allows dogs only up to 40 pounds - $175 pet fee if staying 7 nights or more - $75 pet fee if staying 6 nights or less. - Feb 2016 < Less
"Perfect location and great hotel staff.2017-08-01"
"Clean hotel with comfortable beds and friendly personnel. Don't think twice; just stay here.2017-07-20"
"Just a 10-minute walk to the Riverwalk. The staff was friendly, helpful, and extremely courteous. Parking was convenient. I enjoyed my stay and highly recommend this hotel.2016-12-06"
"Nice place to stay. The hotel was just a block from the Alamo, and the front of the hotel is at the spot where Santa Anna's troops breached the Alamo wall in 1836. The bathroom was large. Parking wasn't included in the room rate, but there was public parking next door. I had a comfortable stay. 2020-06-28"
We order the hotels on this page by how close they are to this attraction.
Most of our competitors order these same hotels in other ways that make them more money.
How Do We Define Motel?
To us, motels are smaller lodgings that have rooms you can enter directly from the parking area.
At hotels, on the other hand, you can enter your room only through a hall inside the building.
Hotel Booking Tips
Beware of non-refundable reservations that could cost you a lot of money if you change or cancel them. +Non-refundable reservations are a gamble that will usually save you less than $10. If you make a $90 non-refundable reservation instead of a $100 refundable booking, you are betting $90 to win $10. Would you do that in Las Vegas? -
Don't assume you can cancel a non-refundable reservation without penalty if you notify the hotel weeks or even months in advance. +Often you cannot – because some hotels' profit strategy is to get paid more than once for the same room for the same night. -
Always read cancellation policies carefully before you make a reservation. + When is the latest date and time you can cancel without penalty? - More >
When you make a reservation, you will receive a confirmation email. Take a copy with you to the hotel.
The earlier in the afternoon you check into a hotel, the more likely you will get a room or suite that matches your preferences.
