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Omni La Mansion del RiovsDrury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk
Both hotels are rated highly by professionals. On balance, Omni La Mansion del Rio is preferred by most writers compared to Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk. Omni La Mansion del Rio comes in at #3 in San Antonio with recommendations from 9 sources including Condé Nast Traveler, Afar Magazine and oyster.com.
Omni La Mansion del Rio
Fodor's
Oyster
Travel + Leisure
Star Service
Gayot
Frommer's
Condé Nast Traveler
Afar Magazine
Jetsetter
The Telegraph Show All Reviews
112 College St, San Antonio, TX 78205
From $152/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Fodor's "Location is a big selling point for this hotel, in a quiet section of the river but still steps away from the entertainment district." Full review
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Many rooms share balconies or verandas looking out on the river—be sure to request a river-view room.
OysterUpscale
"The Spanish Colonial architecture of the Omni La Mansion del Rio gives the upscale hotel a relaxed hacienda feel." Full review
Travel + Leisure "1854 Spanish-colonial school transformed into a lovely hotel with French doors and courtyard fountains on the River Walk. ." Full review
Star Service "One of the best historic hotels in San Antonio and a charming counterpoint to the big chain links here, this property began as a modest Catholic boarding school in 1852." Full review
Gayot "One of the most elegant hotels along the River Walk. Its refined atmosphere is a welcome respite from the riverside bustle."
Frommer's "This hotel is pure San Antonio and is the favorite choice of Texan out-of-towners." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler92.0
"The site of a 1852 school turned "gorgeous hotel" sits on the River Walk. Its Spanish colonial architecture "makes for a wonderful ambience."" Full review
Afar Magazine "La Mansion is a site to behold along the banks of the San Antonio River because of its blend of Spanish colonial architecture and European style." Full review
Jetsetter "Spanish Colonial-style spread set amidst tranquil gardens on the River Walk." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"The historic La Mansion del Rio welcomes guests with a blend of Texas hospitality and European style into the graceful charm of its grand hacienda." Full review
Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk Gayot Frommer's
105 S Saint Mary's St, San Antonio, TX 78205
From $120/night
- Pet Friendly
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Gayot "Convenient downtown River Walk access in a historic bank building."
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Regarding area attractions, don't miss the famed Aztec Theater across the street; it has been meticulously restored to its former 1926 glory when it was one of the most elaborate movie palaces in the country.
Frommer's "There are two Drury hotel properties in the area, both offering good budget-friendly options from old high-rise San Antonio buildings with nice views." Full review
