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O´Brien Historic Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, 7-minute walk to River Walk

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The O'Brien Historic Hotel offers a quiet escape in downtown San Antonio with a garden and outdoor terrace. Travelers appreciate the in-room WiFi, luggage storage, and express check-out. Guests consistently highlight the staff's helpfulness.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$184
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec

Room options

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(61 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Jetted Tub

7.4 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
116 Navarro St, San Antonio, TX, 78205

What's nearby

  • San Antonio River - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • River Walk - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Shops at Rivercenter - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Henry B. González Convention Center - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Alamo - 8 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Durty Nelly's Irish Pub - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Westin Riverwalk Coffee Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Little Rhein Prost Haus - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ambler Kitchen + Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Drury Plaza Hotel Kickback - ‬4 min walk

About this property

O´Brien Historic Hotel

Hotel near River Walk
Located close to Shops at Rivercenter and Alamo, O´Brien Historic Hotel provides a terrace, a garden and a business centre. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), express check-out and a 24-hour front desk
  • Multilingual staff, a lift and smoke-free property
  • A computer station, luggage storage and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at O´Brien Historic Hotel boast perks, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 27-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

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

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 27-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

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
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 on-site 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the 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

Is O´Brien Historic Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of 14 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at O´Brien Historic Hotel on 1 Dec 2025 start from NZ$184.46, including 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.

How much is parking at O´Brien Historic Hotel?

Self-parking is available for USD 25.97 per day. Limited spots are available.

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

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

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

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is O´Brien Historic Hotel located?

Located in Downtown San Antonio, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Shops at Rivercenter, River Walk and Tower of the Americas. Alamo and Alamodome are also within 1 mi (2 km). San Antonio Station is 20 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

O´Brien Historic Hotel Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.8

Eco-friendliness

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 461 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 250 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 129 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 89 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 78 out of 1007 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alba

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Strong cold ac very impressed … great simplistic boutique hotel in a quiet area away from the construction comfy room and beds
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

blair

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient and nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay in the O'Brian Hotel, even though it was only for one night. It is a lovely, old, historic hotel, with nothing fancy, but just what we wanted. The location close to the river walk was erfect. The street below was busy and loud until quite late- but that was my only complaint.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matlock

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elsa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a very nice experience to stay at a place that has so much history. The river walk was close by and staff was so friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone there was very helpful and nice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Brittney

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, hotel needs an update
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mickey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, very clean and love how close it is to the Rivere Walk.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

JOE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Crappy repairs and outdated but then again it's an older building. No parking on site. Clean room. The evening host was great, she was very polite.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Elizabeth

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were given a room that didn’t have a working tv and was very muggy. We then discovered water coming from the vent in the bathroom. It was practically a water fall. We did get moved to another room but overall it was not an enjoyable experience
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark J. Gillies

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location with a great rooms. My wife love the cast iron tub
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Nice small hotel! Awesome cold air conditioner!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place.

I always have a fantastic day at this hotel. It’s a small hotel so you don’t have to walk very far. It’s quiet it’s clean. The staff is always very kind. Sarah that works at the front desk was beyond helpful. She gave me everything I needed. Give me some good tips on places to eat and was very kind.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will be the hotel I choose everytime I come to San Antonio! Loved how close it was to the riverwalk, didn’t even have to use the car
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The building, structure and staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

RENE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is excellent. Convenient parking at discounted price and the staff and service is superb.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Mike

Disliked: Amenities
1st time there thought it would be a little more interesting.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Micheal

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Location was great, close to the riverwalk and easy access to get around. Love staying at older historic hotels. Receptionist that checked us in was awesome and very nice to talk to. Room maintenance and housekeeping was lacking. Found trash left under the side of the bed and the bathroom repairs (or lack of) on the ceiling were subpar even for an older hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was quiet and felt like a home away from home. Staff was very courteous . Check in/check out was easy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is a historic place, so don't expect a high-class hotel. The hotel was amazing, and the staff were very friendly and helpful. The hotel was walking distance to the River Walk. The hotel was clean, quiet, and best of all, the staff were great! I will definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Collin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No complaints!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kadie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The stay was overall good. I’d say the parking was terrible. We parked across the street for less. I would think parking would be discounted. The common areas were very hot. We couldn’t enjoy the common area for sure. The staff was friendly and the rooms were clean. I wish the rooms had better lighting.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Onlly
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025