Hilton Palacio del Rio

Hotels
Hilton Hotels & Resorts
9 (1236 reviews)
200 South Alamo Street , San Antonio , us

Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Beautiful rooms
Cons:
Unclean rooms
Awful odors
Breakfast wait times

Categories

Cleanliness
8.14
Several reviews mentioned unclean rooms and a bad odor.
Service
9.61
Most reviews highlighted responsive and friendly staff.
Location
9.65
Many reviews praised the hotel's excellent location.
Room Quality
9.1
Rooms were generally described as nice and updated.
Amenities
8.63
General positive feedback, but some amenities like microwaves were mentioned as lacking.
Value for Money
9.09
Mixed sentiments, good for location but some complaints about breakfast pricing.
Food and Beverage
8.64
Some highlights, but some guests expressed dissatisfaction with breakfast service.
Overall Experience
9.11
Overall positive sentiments, but specific concerns about cleanliness impacted opinion.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 12:48

Property Description

Prime River Walk Location
Located directly on San Antonio's famous River Walk, the Hilton Palacio del Rio offers a prime spot near iconic attractions like the Alamo and the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center.

Modern Amenities
Guests can unwind in the outdoor swimming pool, stay active in the modern fitness centre, and indulge in various dining options all within the hotel premises.

Private Balconies
Each guestroom at the Hilton Palacio del Rio comes with a private balcony, allowing guests to soak in stunning views and enjoy a personalized outdoor space.

To experience luxury and convenience in the heart of San Antonio, book your stay at the Hilton Palacio del Rio today.

Important information:

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.

Please note that carrying a weapon on hotel premises is prohibited and violators may be subject to arrest for criminal trespass under applicable law.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SAT

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and costs USD 15 per 24 hours.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs USD 55 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 1236 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.14
Service: 9.61
Location: 9.65
Room Quality: 9.1
Amenities: 8.63
Value for Money: 9.09
Food and Beverage: 8.64
Overall Experience: 9.11
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Swarna extended_group us
10
2026-03-07 via Nuitee
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Jennifer couple us
10
Pros:

This was our first time staying here and truly enjoyed everything. The rooms have been beautifully updated, are spacious and comfortable. Having a private balcony was so nice! We ate at the restaurants on the property and would highly recommend. You can’t beat the location. We will be staying here again.

2026-03-07 via Nuitee
D
Dalal family_with_children kw
10
Pros:

Staff are friendly and kind!

Cons:

None

2026-03-04 via Nuitee
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L8532SSrosar Couples
10
Awesome stay!!
Pros:

The experience all together was amazing!
The moment we walked, everyone was so helpful and made us feel extremely comfortable! We ran into Christina in the lobby! She’s phenomenal and extremely friendly! She’s very informative and very humble.

2026-03-01 via Tripadvisor
3
32manuele Friends getaway
10
Best spot in town
Pros:

Great view... ran into Christina at the lobby who a as very helpful in our overall experience. Very knowledgeable and was able to assist for future stays.

2026-03-01 via Tripadvisor
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Patricia solo_traveller us
10
2026-02-27 via Nuitee
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Jay T couple us
9
Walking distance for almost everything
Pros:

Right next to the river.

Cons:

I like it all

2026-02-24 via Nuitee
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Michael couple us
10
I would definitely stay here again !!
Pros:

Clean…. Hostess was the best, friendly and caring as were the Valet and Restaurant staff.

Cons:

Burned smell from pizza place other than that it was perfect

2026-02-23 via Nuitee
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Chris couple us
6
Very good stay.
Pros:

Very nice property in an excellent location.

Cons:

We were in an end room that picked up a great amount of street noise at night. Would ask for a room on the other end next time. Hall way to the room smelled like sewer gas. Slightly noticeable in the room but once you smell it it’s there.

2026-02-23 via Nuitee
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Jose couple us
10
Amazing service
Pros:

The customer service is amazing

Cons:

Nothing everything was beyond perfect

2026-02-23 via Nuitee
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N5048QZjamesb Family
10
Great service
Pros:

The rooms were good, the hotel was nice, but the service and hospitality was really what shined. We had a small mishap with valet as they broke my apartment key fob. They did however go above and beyond to make things right. Definitely trust this establishment to take care of my family.

2026-02-22 via Tripadvisor
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L9809VVlenes Family
10
Wonderful Hotel
Pros:

Wonderful hotel. So helpful. Met with Christina with HGV, and she was so helpful and sweet. Couldn’t recommend it enough!

2026-02-21 via Tripadvisor
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Navigate55269939714 Couples
10
Anniversary trip
Pros:

Stay was amazing! Everyone was friendly and so helpful! A very friendly representative named Christina gave me info on amazing Hilton deals and extra points at checkout. Stay here!

2026-02-19 via Tripadvisor
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katemB7358JY Business
10
Amazing!
Pros:

Reza, Francisco, Abbi & Kevin with valet was so helpful. My stay was wonderful the service and quality was amazing im so glad my friend invited me here! Will 100% stay again.

2026-02-18 via Tripadvisor
8
84mattn Family
10
Valet Service
Pros:

Lercy N was the valet and did a great job attending to our needs when we arrived. Helped my wife get everything she needed and made us feel like we were the only ones at the hotel. Excellent service!

2026-02-13 via Tripadvisor
K
Kiran couple us
8
Cute hotel with nice riverwalk views. Loved the balcony as well!
Pros:

Great location on the riverwalk and the history behind the hotel.

Cons:

A lot of construction around it right now.

2026-02-11 via Nuitee
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T9034YKtonyb Business
10
Professional Excellence at the Hilton Palacio Del Rio in San Antonio .
Pros:

The Team at the Hilton Palacio Del Rio in San Antonio were outstanding. Very good service and hotel was perfect. Even though we had an issue with my Jeep accessories on my roof being broke, they made it right by replacing the broken accessories.
Kevin the Director of Transportation and his team were very professional and treated us like stars! I will be back and I cant say enough how awesome this stay was for us.
Kudos to all Hilton employees for making our stay fabulous!

2026-02-10 via Tripadvisor
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Hernandez solo_traveller us
6
Pros:

The view of the fireworks

Cons:

The price for 1 night

2026-02-08 via Nuitee
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Escape67037434191 Business
10
Great representative experience
Pros:

I had a great experience at this Hilton, and a big part of that was thanks to Rebecca.

After checking in (they were kind enough to accommodate an early check-in, which was already a great start), I met Rebecca in the lobby. She was sharing a Hilton Honors promotion, and honestly this was one of the best interactions I’ve had with a hotel rep.

She offered free points just for chatting and explained an excellent deal for a future stay. She was friendly, knowledgeable, and approachable without being pushy at all. Everything was explained clearly, and I never felt pressured, just genuinely informed.

Rebecca made the experience feel personal and positive, and she’s a great ambassador for the Hilton brand.

2026-02-05 via Tripadvisor
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VenturaHighSchool Business Ventura, California
10
First-Class Customer Service - Much Appreciated.
Pros:

Writing to applaud the excellent customer service at Hilton Palacio del Rio. I attended a conference and forgot jewelry in the room. I called the hotel (#1 - you can actually contact a real person, which can be rare these days) and they immediately found the jewelry and called me back to confirm. Hilton does use a third-party (Chargerback) to process its lost and found so you have to go through an on-line data collection site BUT the people at the hotel were amazing. They're the ones who actually had to find the jewelry and ensure it was mailed. Checked out on a Saturday and had the jewelry back (via USPS) on Wednesday.

Also - when I first arrived - someone asked for my car keys to park my car. I didn't give them the keys, and mentioned this when I checked in. The gentleman who checked me in actually accompanied me back to determine if the person who asked for my car keys was part of the hotel's valet-parking team. Impressive!!

The hotel room was lovely and the hotel overlooks the Riverwalk. It's a block from the Convention Center, convenient...but the warm, friendly, and effective customer service is what stands out!! It's the type of personal service one might take for granted at a pricey boutique hotel, so full props to the folks at Hilton Palacio del Rio who are delivering first-class customer service.

2026-02-04 via Tripadvisor