RIVER INN MOTEL, San Antonio – Your ideal downtown stay
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Hotel Overview
909 South Frio Street,
San Antonio,
Texas,
United States,
78207,
Texas
River Inn Motel - Budget-friendly motel near The Alamo
Located in downtown San Antonio, River Inn Motel is a short drive to The Alamo and the San Antonio River Walk. The city trolley stops at the hotel, providing access to Market Square and other downtown attractions. Amenities include free WiFi, 24-hour reception, free parking, and copy services. Business travelers have access to a 600-square-foot meeting room, free wireless high-speed Internet in the lobby, and fax services. Nearby landmarks include Hemisfair Park, Japanese Tea Gardens, and Six Flags Fiesta Texas amusement park.
Additional perks of the hotel
Free continental breakfast
Free local calls
Free coffee
Laundry facilities on-site
Vending machine
24-hour front desk
Rooms
River Inn Motel offers 20 guest rooms accessible via exterior corridors. Rooms include air conditioning, flat-screen TVs with cable channels, refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers. Private bathrooms feature a bath or shower and a hairdryer. Select rooms offer sofa beds. All rooms have carpeted flooring and free WiFi.
Other conveniences
AM/FM alarm clock
Dryer available in some rooms
Desks and phones with free local calls
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Southern Pacific Railroad Passenger Station
1.7
mi
Bus
Bus stop400 ft
Amenities
Thoughtful hotel amenities for a comfortable stay
Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services
24-hour reception
General
Non-smoking rooms
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Vending machines
Room features
Air conditioning
Bathroom
Free toiletries
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Hotel Location
909 South Frio Street,
San Antonio,
Texas,
United States,
78207,
Texas
Map view
909 South Frio Street,
San Antonio,
Texas,
United States,
78207,
Texas
City landmarks
Landmark
The Alamo
1.3
mi
Park
San Antonio River Walk
1.2
mi
Square
Historic Market Square
1.1
mi
Tower
Tower of the Americas
1.3
mi
Gallery
La Villita Historic Arts Village
1.2
mi
Church
San Fernando De Bexar Cathedral
1.2
mi
Park
Hemisfair
2.2
mi
Landmark
The Guenther House Museum
4300 ft
Museum
Spanish Governor's Palace
2700 ft
Museum
Ripley's Believe It or Not
1.6
mi
Square
Main Plaza
1.2
mi
Museum
The Buckhorn Saloon and Texas Ranger Museum
1.6
mi
Museum
Briscoe Western Art Museum
1.2
mi
Tower
Tower Life Building
1.2
mi
Landmark
King William Historic District
1.3
mi
Museum
The Alameda National Center of Latino Arts and Culture
1.1
mi
Landmark
Museum Reach
1.7
mi
Museum
Institute of Texan Cultures
1.4
mi
Landmark
Commanders House Park
2700 ft
Event hall
Henry B Gonzalez Convention Center
1.2
mi
Park
Travis Park
1.6
mi
Landmark
Casa Navarro State Historic Site
3400 ft
Landmark
Battle For Texas
1.2
mi
Landmark
Southtown
1.3
mi
Landmark
Norton-Polk-Mathis House
3700 ft
Landmark
Milam Square
1.1
mi
Landmark
King William Street
1.2
mi
Square
Plaza de las Islas
1.2
mi
Landmark
El Mercado
1.1
mi
Public Building
Bexar County Courthouse
1.2
mi
Nearby
Gallery
Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center
1900 ft
Restaurants
Sanitary Tortilla
2600 ft
623 Urban Loop
Piedras Negras De Noche
2300 ft
1312 S Laredo St
Mi Casa
2300 ft
700 S Santa Rosa Ave
McDonald's
2600 ft
1330 S Laredo
Eddie's Taco House
3400 ft
402 W Cevallos
South Flo Pizza
3500 ft
516 S Flores St Inside HEB #718
Guest Reviews & Ratings
What Guests Are Saying?
Guest reviews
5.0/10
based on 6 reviews
7.9
7.9/10 based on 56 reviews
Elizabeth
United States,
May
2024
6.2/10
My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The location was convenient, near all the touristy parts of SA, but the overall appearance was a bit shady. The service was a mix of unreachability and professionalism. Definitely had both positive and negative aspects to consider.
Rooms
6.0
The cleanliness of the rooms was commendable, although some maintenance issues like noise and front hanging off were noticeable. The price being a mix of cash and card might not suit everyone.
Service
7.0
The service was a mix of unreachability by phone or email but then extremely personal and professional in person. Pointing to the WiFi and redirecting complaints might not be for everyone.
Location
8.0
Dining
5.0
Facilities
5.0
Thomas
United States,
April
2024
6.6/10
My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms were nice and clean, but there were some drawbacks like being from out of town. The service was quite personal and professional, but the way they handled smoking on the property was a bit uptight. The location was close to downtown San Antonio and the Alamodome, which was convenient, but the area seemed a bit shady. The dining options were limited to oysters, which may not suit everyone.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were nice and clean, providing a comfortable stay.
Service
8.0
The service was personal and professional, with some room for improvement in handling smoking on the property.
Location
6.0
The hotel's location was very close to downtown San Antonio and the Alamodome, offering convenience for exploring the city, but the area had a slightly shady appearance.
Dining
5.0
The dining options were limited to oysters, which may not appeal to all guests.
Facilities
The hotel provided basic facilities without any standout features.
Adam
United States,
December
2023
6.4/10
My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The rooms were comfortable and seemed clean, but there were some issues like a very uncomfortable bed and the absence of a smoke alarm and coffee maker in the room. The front desk was accommodating, though.
Rooms
7.0
The room I stayed in was comfortable and seemed clean.
Service
5.0
The service I received was ok. The staff rarely interacted with guests and had an accusing demeanor, but the front desk was reachable when needed.
Location
6.0
The hotel's location was convenient, being close to downtown and just a short drive from the Riverwalk. However, the neighborhood gave off a shady vibe, especially at night.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were not provided. However, there were award-winning local meats available for those interested in trying unique dishes.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel facilities were adequate for a basic stay.
Steve
United States,
October
2023
6.0/10
My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. On the positive side, the room was spacious and appeared reasonably clean, although it could have been better maintained. However, the hanging front and noise issues were quite bothersome. The service was hit or miss with some staff members being helpful and entertaining while others seemed indifferent. The location was convenient for accessing downtown and tourist spots, but the neighborhood felt sketchy at times. On the downside, the dining options were limited to locally caught fish. Overall, the hotel had its ups and downs.
Rooms
6.0
The room was good size and seemed clean enough, but it wasn't as clean as expected. The noise level and the hanging front were drawbacks.
Service
5.0
The staff had mixed interactions, with some being entertaining and caring while others were less attentive.
Location
7.0
The hotel provided walking access to downtown and was close to major tourist attractions. However, the sketchy neighborhood was a concern, especially at night.
Dining
5.0
Limited dining options with only locally caught fish available.
Facilities
6.0
Basic facilities were provided without any standout amenities.
Rachel
United States,
September
2023
6.6/10
My stay at this hotel had its ups and downs. The location was great, conveniently close to tourist attractions, but some aspects like room cleanliness and service were disappointing. The lack of in-room amenities was a downside, but the location made up for it.
Rooms
5.0
The room was not clean and the bed was uncomfortable.
Service
5.0
The service was unfriendly and one bed was too small for four of us.
Location
8.0
The hotel is conveniently near tourist spots and downtown San Antonio.
Dining
Facilities
5.0
Basic facilities, could use improvement.
Great location
Dirty rooms
Lisa
United States,
May
2023
7.0/10
My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The room had an awful smell throughout my time there, the bed was uncomfortable, and there was no smoke alarm or coffee maker. On the bright side, the room was a good size despite the crazy paint job.
Rooms
5.0
The room had an awful smell the whole time, the bed was uncomfortable, and there was no smoke alarm or coffee maker. The room was painted in a crazy way, but it was a good size.
Service
6.0
The service was a bit of a mixed bag. The staff made us sleep in one king-size bed, which was inconvenient. On the other hand, they were extremely personal and very professional, though they could have been more helpful with technical issues like the WiFi.
Location
7.0
The location was pretty good overall. It was close to the Riverwalk and provided easy walking access to downtown, which was convenient for exploring the touristy parts of San Antonio. However, it wouldn't be ideal to walk through the area after a night out.
Dining
7.0
There weren't many details about dining, but I did enjoy the fresh fruits provided.
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