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Embassy Suites by Hilton San Antonio Riverwalk DowntownvsOmni La Mansion del Rio
Both hotels are endorsed by travel writers. Overall, Omni La Mansion del Rio scores significantly better than Embassy Suites by Hilton San Antonio Riverwalk-Downtown. Omni La Mansion del Rio ranks #4 in San Antonio with recommendations from 10 reviewers such as Lonely Planet, Afar Magazine and Condé Nast Traveler.
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Antonio Riverwalk Downtown
Oyster
Gayot
Frommer's
125 E. Houston St., San Antonio, TX 78205
From $114/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
OysterUpper-middle-range
"The upper-middle-range Embassy Suites is in a prime downtown location, close to tons of restaurants, nightlife, and major attractions -- and directly on the famous River Walk." Full review
Gayot "This all-suite hotel is convenient to a variety of attractions. ... The highlight of this hotel is Luke, its house brasserie."
Frommer's "Each suite offers two rooms—separate living and sleeping spaces—with a pull-out sofa, flat-screen TVs with cable and in-suite movies in each room." Full review
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Guests may want to request an east-facing suite overlooking the river rather than western views of the parking lot.
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
