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Hillside Boutique Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Castroville Regional Park

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Property grounds
Outdoor banquet area
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Property amenity
Body treatments, aromatherapy, hot stone massages, deep-tissue massages
The Hillside Boutique Hotel by the Medina River offers a perfect retreat. Guests can enjoy spa treatments, relax by the outdoor pool, or browse on-site shopping. Free WiFi and a snack bar/deli enhance the experience, while the staff is consistently praised for their helpfulness.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly

Room options

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Smart TV
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Smart TV
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Smart TV
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Smart TV
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Luxury Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • 105 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Premier Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Smart TV
  • 66 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1651 US Highway 90 West, Castroville, TX, 78009

What's nearby

  • Castroville Regional Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Landmark Inn State Historic Site - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • San Antonio SeaWorld - 26 min drive - 22.2 miles
  • River Walk - 34 min drive - 31.4 miles
  • Six Flags Fiesta Texas - 41 min drive - 35.9 miles

Getting around

  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Schottzy’s Sip & Shop - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Blu Lacy Smokehouse - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Hillside Boutique Hotel

Upscale boutique hotel near Medina River
Located close to Castroville Regional Park and Landmark Inn State Historic Site, Hillside Boutique Hotel provides a terrace, shopping on site, and a garden. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage, a body scrub, or a facial. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a business center.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a banquet hall, and a vegetable garden
  • Luggage storage, wedding services, and a TV in the lobby
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and air conditioning.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • Smart TVs with Netflix and premium channels
  • Balconies or patios, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 8 to 12 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 2,497 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in hallways (32 inches high)
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom

More

  • 2 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Wednesday - Saturday (7:00 AM - 6:00 AM) and Sunday - Tuesday (7:00 AM - 11:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from November 13 to July 1:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 109.00 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 109.00
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
An off-leash area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 8 to 12 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 109.00 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay) plus USD 109.00 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 9 AM to 11 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Alsace Castroville
Alsace Hotel
Hillside Boutique Hotel Castroville
Hotel Alsace Castroville
Hotel Alsace And Spa Resort
Hillside Boutique Castroville
Hillside Boutique
Hotel Alsace Castroville
Hotel Alsace
Hotel Alsace Boutique
Hillside Boutique Hotel Hotel
Hillside Boutique Hotel Castroville
Hillside Boutique Hotel Hotel Castroville

Frequently asked questions

Does Hillside Boutique Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9 AM–11 PM.

Is Hillside Boutique Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, Hillside Boutique Hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 109.00 per accommodation, per stay. A cleaning fee of USD 109.00 also applies. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Hillside Boutique Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hillside Boutique Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hillside Boutique Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Hillside Boutique Hotel located?

Situated in a rural location, this boutique hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Castroville Regional Park, Landmark Inn State Historic Site, and Medina River. River Walk and The Shops of La Cantera are also within 32 mi (52 km).

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Reviews

Hillside Boutique Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 642 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 222 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 79 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hillside boutique was so cute! We loved our stay. Check in was easy, the service was great and the pool was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love this place. Perfect getaway for couples.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Snow

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love staying on this property
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel - the Barrel Room restaurant was nice too - the view from the pool is great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was very stylish, comfortable, and clean. Would highly recommend if you are in the area! We weren't able to take advantage of the pool or spa but both looked very nice and we would have if we had the time!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean Pearl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, location. Views, room,etc.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Lovely hotel up on a hill with nice views from the room balcony. Big shower, COLD refrigerator, king bed, great happy hour in the Barrel Bar, good food also. Very enjoyable stay. The staff was super friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This Hillside boutique Hotel is my favorite place to stay when I go to San Antonio to visit my daughter. The rooms are beautiful and the property is amazing.. it would be a great place to relax, unfortunately I didn’t get to spend as much time there as I would have liked, but I would definitely recommend this hotel.!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a cute little hotel for a girls getaway! I highly recommend booking here.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosalinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful place

Beautiful place I’m an elder person bed was a bit hard yet overall the place was wonderful!! I would stay at the place again!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Wonderful Getaway

Great location yet feels secluded - very simple and clean but beautifully rustic decorated. The spa is a must and Heather is amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had work to do in the area and we really enjoy staying here
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Hotel

Our room was very clean and we would stay there again. Actually we are thinking of bring our children and grandchildren during the summer time.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Really nice place to stay

We only stayed the one night, but the Hillside Boutique would be a wonderful extended stay location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

JOSE

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding service and great facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Amenities
beautiful property
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, very unique and charming
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Lorenza

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The view was wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Lucinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was close to everything I needed but the restaurant or spa wasn't open
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Fred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice view and easy in / out. Great room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tobey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and quaint little hotel. Easy parking
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gilbert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A rustic feel, amazing modern pool!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

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