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O´Brien Historic Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, a quick walk to River Walk

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Exterior
Garden
Point of interest
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Point of interest
The O'Brien Historic Hotel offers a quiet escape in downtown San Antonio with a garden and outdoor terrace. Travelers appreciate the in-room WiFi, luggage storage, and express check-out. Guests consistently highlight the staff's helpfulness.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Room options

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(61 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Shower/tub combination
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Shower/tub combination
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Jetted Tub

7.4 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in San Antonio, O´Brien Historic Hotel is in the city center. Alamo and Tower of the Americas are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include San Antonio Botanical Gardens and San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Alamodome or Frost Bank Center. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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116 Navarro St, San Antonio, TX, 78205

What's nearby

  • San Antonio River - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • River Walk - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Shops at Rivercenter - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Alamo - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Alamodome - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • San Antonio Station - 6 min drive
  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Durty Nelly's Irish Pub - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Westin Riverwalk Coffee Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ambler Kitchen + Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Drury Plaza Hotel Kickback - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Little Rhein Prost Haus - ‬5 min walk

About this property

O´Brien Historic Hotel

Hotel near River Walk
Located close to Shops at Rivercenter and Alamo, O´Brien Historic Hotel provides a terrace, a garden, and a business center. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Self parking (surcharge), express check-out, and multilingual staff
  • A computer station, an elevator, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A vending machine, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at O´Brien Historic Hotel offer thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 27-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (USD 25.97 per day); reservations required
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (USD 25.97 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 27-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 25.97 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 25.97 per day (25 ft away)

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Hotel O'Brien
O'Brien Ascend Collection
O'Brien Ascend Collection San Antonio
O'Brien Hotel
O'Brien Hotel Ascend Collection hotel
O'Brien Hotel Ascend Collection hotel San Antonio
O´Brien Historic Hotel Hotel
O´Brien Historic Hotel San Antonio
O´Brien Historic Hotel Hotel San Antonio
O'Brien Hotel an Ascend Collection hotel

Frequently asked questions

Is O´Brien Historic Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at O´Brien Historic Hotel?

Self parking is available for USD 25.97 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at O´Brien Historic Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at O´Brien Historic Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is O´Brien Historic Hotel located?

Located in Downtown San Antonio, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Shops at Rivercenter, River Walk, and Tower of the Americas. Alamo and Alamodome are also within 1 mi (2 km). San Antonio Station is 20 minutes by foot.

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