O´Brien Historic Hotel

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Independent
7.8 (219 reviews)
116 Navarro St, San Antonio, Texas, 78205 , San Antonio , US
1-210-527-1111

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Facilities

Express check-out
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Elevator
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Multilingual staff
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Comfortable bed
Historic building
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Outdated amenities
Uncomfortable room quality
Noise issues

Categories

Cleanliness
6.85
Multiple mentions of cleanliness issues; 'the bathroom and common areas were filthy.'
Service
8.81
Consistent praise for helpful staff; 'Staff was friendly' and 'the service was wonderful.'
Location
8.85
Positive feedback on convenient location; 'just a block away from the river walk.'
Room Quality
6.81
Mention of uncomfortable beds and odor; 'the bed was hard as a rock' and 'the room smelled like mold.'
Amenities
7.34
Comments about basic amenities being satisfactory but needing updates.
Value for Money
6.8
Concerns about the price versus quality; '$120.09 a night is not worth it.'
Food and Beverage
8.15
Not explicitly mentioned; assumed standard quality for hotel tier.
Overall Experience
8.81
Overall positive sentiments despite some issues; 'I always have a fantastic day at this hotel.'
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 12:57

Property Description

Experience the charm of the O'Brien Historic Hotel, your ideal retreat in the heart of San Antonio surrounded by vibrant culture and history.

Stunning Outdoor Spaces: Enjoy breathtaking views from our terrace and garden, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring.

Modern Comforts: Each of our 39 air-conditioned rooms is equipped with refrigerators and microwaves, ensuring you feel at home. Stay connected with complimentary wireless internet access and unwind with your favorite shows on our flat-screen televisions.

Convenient Amenities: Benefit from our 24-hour front desk, business center, and express check-out. Plus, self-parking options are available, making your stay effortless.

Book your stay at O'Brien Historic Hotel today and immerse yourself in the heart of San Antonio's rich history!

Important information:

  • Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

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

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

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Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 219 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.85
Service: 8.81
Location: 8.85
Room Quality: 6.81
Amenities: 7.34
Value for Money: 6.8
Food and Beverage: 8.15
Overall Experience: 8.81
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Dennis • couple • us
9
Very quaint place to stay. Friendly staff easy walking to several spots.
Pros:

Location, Balcony, great Bed

Cons:

Most of the 3rd floor was empty and they placed a quest right next to us! Could have been placed at the other end of the floor.
Also some issues with where to park.

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Jo • extended_group • us
5
Okay to stay. Won't go back.
Pros:

Location was fine. Room was clean.

Cons:

Directions for parking were nonexistent. Parking was behind the hotel in an alley! Toilet ran all night until we shut the water off. Flap was broken. Ice machine is on the 3rd floor.

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Josephine • family_with_children • us
3
This hotel needs a serious upgrade
Pros:

The location, the parking

Cons:

The smell, the carpet, the beds, the bulky furniture,the aluminum windows, the plumbing, the trouble getting in and out of the parking garage

2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Wayne • couple • us
9
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Hanif • couple • us
10
Great staff, and stay. I was told there was veteran discounted parking but upon arrival was told it wasn’t available. I
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Chelsea • couple • us
10
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Haddad • solo_traveller • br
5
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Madeline • solo_traveller • us
8
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Michelle • couple • us
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lorenzo hands • solo_traveller • ve
9
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HORACIO • couple • us
8
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JEFFREY • couple • us
5
It was an average stay, not too great but not horrible
Pros:

Location to the Riverwalk

Cons:

Old property not, super clean, back door would not close so gap to outside.

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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therob1174 • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Great location close to everything in SA.

Cons:

No complaints

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Casey • couple • us
10
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Anthony • couple • us
1
Horrible experience, I will tell everyone NOT to use this hotel......
Pros:

I liked the location

Cons:

The online photos of this hotel were NOT at all what was in our room!!!! The website is very misleading!
The room was not clean, old and dirty toilets...had Walmart cheap floor lamps in the room, 1 did not work... The old ass wall air condition did not cool our room... we traveled with 2 other couples who had to exchange their rooms they were so dirty... and got half of their money back...this trip was not at all good.....I also forgot to mention, you have to pay for parking at this hotel,,, in a parking garage that's not connected to the hotel.. cost through the hotel is 27.00 a day.. parking lot across the street is 40.00 a day...

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Nancy • couple • us
9
Was a great location for our needs
Pros:

Location was great

2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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Jessica • solo_traveller • us
2
Horrible stay but we made the best off it. Rooms were not cleaned, linens, mattress pads, carpets were soiled & sta
Pros:

Location was only thing that was acceptable. Rooms not cleaned or kept, sheets not changed & most rooms were out of order. Urine stains on toilet seat

Cons:

Extremely outdated-nothing like the pictures on your site or their site. Parking was not convenient at all.

2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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Monique • extended_group • us
9
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Jessica • couple • us
2
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Heather • couple • us
4
2026-05-16 • via Nuitee