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The Emily Morgan San Antonio - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel

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Jeana T.

My visit was Sunday - Wednesday, I came for my son's graduation from Fort Sam Houston. Very conveniently located near the airport, the base, the RiverWalk, and the Alamo is directly behind the hotel. The rooms are small, the hot water is hotter coming out of the sink versus the shower. Bed is very comfy! I do nothing there is a bad view anywhere from the hotel. Staff was friendly. I recommend NOT parking in the city parking lot and save a lot of money parking on the street. It's like $3.00 for 10 hour parking, and parking is free after either 6 or 8 pm. To park in the parking lot is about $40 a day.

The Alamo view was only visible if you were over 5'8"
Chanele R.

I stayed with a friend for two nights, and we had a really unpleasant time overall. The hotel was not what it was billed as, certainly not the standards of a 4 or 5 star hotel. The rooms themselves felt more like 2 stars, as the furniture was all pretty old, the bedsprings made a lot of noise when you moved, and the whole place was dingy and needed a freshening up. There were peeling decals, chipped paint, strange stains, and generally felt like something from the 1980s. What really made our experience bad was that the climate control could not be controlled. We had the same problem in two different rooms on two different floors, so it seems like a building issue. In both rooms, we could not adjust the temperature, and the vents just blew hot air. It got so hot in the rooms that we were both sweating and unable to sleep. It was below freezing outside, but we couldn't open the windows or do anything to cool it off. The thermostat was turned all the way to 64, but it was easily over 80 degrees. After getting almost no sleep the first night, I begged to be let out of the second night's reservation, but the hotel refused. They offered only a $50 credit and new room, which was only less run down than the first and still had the terrible heating issue. (And they never actually applied the $50.) When we reported that we still were unable to sleep the second night, all we were offered were free breakfast tickets, which we didn't want or need. (We had dinner the first night at the hotel restaurant, and the service that I would not return there anyway.) I regret deeply not just eating the price of the second night and going somewhere else. I felt like the hotel did not care about my discomfort at all. And yes, it does seem to be haunted. We saw and heard plenty of weird stuff, but I could have overlooked that if I wasn't having near heatstroke in the rooms.

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Brianna N.

Unfortunately stayed here on a special night in a second floor suite and was disappointed. The front desk service was nice enough, but none of the outlets in our room charged our phones. (We brought an external charger thankfully). We woke up and it was 60 degrees in the room but it couldn't be changed! Our suite might've had a library but it didn't even have a microwave, and what we paid for it like as a large room at least have a microwave! TV remote only worked 50% of the time. It was just okay until I looked closely around the tub and some of the paneling on the walls. I love that it's a remodel of a super neat historic building but it needs some TLC and I'll probably stay elsewhere next time sadly. But a beautiful lobby area!

Unexplained fresh blood.
Kevin T.

This review is July 4, 2025 and is immediate while we are still in the room. We have two more nights here. We get back from our Sip n Cruise tour on the riverwalk and everyone is in front of the Alamo waiting for the fireworks. We came on up to our room 708 to watch from our window. My wife jumps in the shower real quick. The fire alarm goes off. We walk 7 floors down to the first floor. False alarm. We make it back up to the room. I take a bath. I did not shave. After drying off I grab a fresh pair of underwear and sit on the end of the bed. I put them on. I go back to the bathroom and hang my towel up and turn the lights out. When I walk back into the room there were three very fresh and wet blood stains on the end of the bed. We could not find where the blood came from. I leaned across the bed with my belly touching the bed. When I stood back up there was slight blood where my front waist would have touched. The left inside and front of my underwear was covered in blood. I and my wife inspected my body and especially my mid section and absolutely no cuts. No scratches. Not bleeding from any orifice. This was our second room. We were already moved from the 2nd floor to this floor because we were not given what was requested but management was gracious enough to switch us. The first room was literally atrocious but this room visually and for comfort is very nice. But I have no explanation for the blood!!!!! Management did send us a nice bottle of champagne and chocolate covered strawberries.

2story lobby
Nanette M.

I wouldn't stay here again. It's not appealing and the staff are not friendly except ONE out of 8-9 different valet guys. No one is welcoming or greets you. Not even management. They are all too busy in their phones or talking amongst eachother about their personal lives. This was my husbands go to hotel when traveling here for business, but when I'm traveling with him, we will definitely not be staying here. I worked for the hotel industry and expect better!

Paloma & old fashioned
Betty W.

I did not stay at this hotel, I just walked around the entrance and sat at the bar for a drink. This hotel is very well maintained and classy. The bartender was attentive & my Paloma was great. My friend enjoyed the old fashioned.

A grasshopper
Isaac V.

Where to begin? My first experience with this hotel was when I called ahead to inquire about their parking situation. As soon as the front desk picked up, I was promptly put on hold. After about 20 minutes, I decided to hang up. When I arrived at the hotel, I noticed that the person at the front desk wasn't even busy. The hotel workers who stand outside also, did not even bother opening the door for me when I walked past them. By the way, parking isn't included in the room rate, and you have to use the public parking lot. That adds an additional $38 every 12 hours. I arrived quite late and was hungry. Fortunately, their bar served food until 11 pm. It took about 30 minutes before I was acknowledged and asked what I wanted. I ordered a sandwich to go and asked how long it would take. The lady at the bar assured me it would be ready in about 20 minutes. So, I ordered a drink as well. An hour later, I finally received my food. Luckily, the chicken BLT was still warm, but the fries were cold. Now, the hotel may look nice on the outside and in the lobby, but the rooms are very small. I got a king bed, so I can only imagine how much smaller their queen or single beds are. They also don't have a fridge or microwave in their rooms. Instead, they provide an iron, a small desk, and a lounge chair. The lighting could be better, as it's not well-lit when it's dark. To add to my surprise, I found a grasshopper just casually chillin' in my room! On the first night, the elevators were working fine, but they were slow. The next day, one elevator was out of service, and only one other one seemed to be working. However, it took the elevator cab 20 minutes to reach my floor. You can take the stairs, but they're exterior, and in the heat, that's not a pleasant experience. Overall, I give this hotel a one-star rating. The only positive thing I can say is that the Moscow mule I ordered at the bar on the first night was decent. However, I wouldn't recommend staying at this hotel. For a Hilton, it's not worth the money. It's subpar at best, and there are many more positive aspects of other hotels. I'm glad I had an event rate during my stay, as it saved me money.

12.27.22 It's recommended to book your stay on the seventh if you really want to experience some ghostly activity
May A.

Historic hotel with a Paranormal twist We did not stay in this historic hotel but I was intrigued in its rich history. I read articles about it and found them to be fascinating especially its past when it was once the city's first Medical Arts Building and was used as a medical facility (downstairs level were the offices and the top floors was the hospital). We were curious... We visited the hotel while we were in San Antonio. It was said that the 7th, 9th, 12th, and 14th were the most haunted floors. It remains to be seen and I'm not a believer of the paranormal but we had a chance to speak to an employee in the basement. She shared some eerie experiences including once when she was cleaning on one of the floors and was about to go inside the elevator, as she started to push her cart inside she was taken aback to see a a lady in black and gray towards the back of the elevator. She apologized to the figure and said she didn't see her. Then the apparition disappeared. She had more stories to tell... we were all ears. We did go up to the 9th floor. It had undeniably the smell of a hospital, you know, as you walk in one right away you notice a different smell profile. It had a strong odor. Oh, also there is no true "fourteenth floor." The 14th floor is actually the 13th floor. The Emily Morgan was inducted into the Historic Hotels of American Organization in 2015 but earlier, in 1977, it was recognized by the National Register of Historic Places as part of the Alamo Plaza Historic District and won other awards, as well as being featured in plenty of magazines. Very distinguished building indeed. The hospital... err, hotel is in a great location in downtown San Antonio. Pretty much walking distance to the RiverWalk and just around the corner to The Alamo. Would love to revisit SA for a third time and stay here at the Emily Morgan. The lobby is beautiful. Review #2829

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Carrie B.

I had a good stay here while in town for a conference. The room was a good size and had a beautiful view of the Alamo out the wall of windows. Room could use a little refresh- some discoloration on parts of the wall and ceiling. The TV seemed very far from the bed which wasn't ideal. Otherwise the room was pretty good for an older hotel. The hotel is convenient to the river walk and many shops and restaurants but a little further to the convention center. Service was so-so. Some staff were awesome and went above and beyond while a few were less friendly/helpful. A staff member at the restaurant tracked down a food request I had which made my morning! The desk clerk who checked me out was friendly and helpful. The valet were all excellent!

Jessica C.

I wish I could say I recommend this hotel but I don't. Check in was easy, per usual. We got upgraded to the higher floors and the view was nice. However, the room smelt like an old library.. we didn't need much from the staff during our stay so I can't say whether they were good or not. But the room we got had bed bugs.. I tried to call the front desk and speak with a manager and they told me he wasn't in yet. I told them what was going on and I wasn't looking for a refund nor a free stay. I just wanted the room to be put out of service so they could have it deep cleaned and resolve the issue. I never got a call back from the manager.. I called again a few days later & I still couldn't get a hold of the manager so I asked for an email. They gave me the GMs email in which I wrote him an email. I never got a reply.. very unprofessional and not clean. Wouldn't recommend this place.

Nice Chardonnay
Dan L.

Easy checkin. Seamless in fact. Love the valet as there was a huge event at the Alamo the weekend we were there. Oro was wonderful sitting at bar enjoying a nightcap. The room was perfect for us and the best part was watching Martina McBride perform for the 1774 Alamo Event

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I love everything about this hotel! Location , history , decor , bar and friendly staff. Can't wait to stay again.

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elevators suck, haunted, no stairs, my toilet clogged. that's all u have to say, im dissatisfied, emily.

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This by far is my favorite hotel in San Antonio Texas. The customer service is top-notch. When you…read morepull up valet greet you and they're very friendly and helpful. Then I made my way to the front desk gosh, I wish I remembered her name. Marissa maybe? I can't remember, but she was an absolute professional. She checked me in and got me everything I needed and was just above and beyond top-notch pro! She held my luggage and text me when my room was ready. Also, Alli, who's working the evening is absolute professional as well. Top-notch service. Ashley who's working the restaurant she answered the phone and took my order. Another top-notch professional everyone with the name A is winning here. Last but not least Asia, she gave me the best massage ever. I've been getting massages for 22 years and that has been one of the best Massage I've ever had. So if you ever come to this hotel and you need a massage do yourself a favor and ask for Asia. She is simply the best. Comfort, the level comfort here is the best. The AC blows ice cold, the beds are super comfy. Everything they do here is to make your stay perfectly the best. They have fresh fruit and cookies and water scattered throughout the building. What a nice touch. The king premium room is super spacious and very nice. The spa, area is amazing. I really enjoyed the Jacuzzi, sauna and the relaxation room. Followed by the Massage. Everything is perfect here. I haven't had one issue at this hotel. Everyone that works here is simply top-notch and I understand the level of class at this hotel is all about. It's definitely not cheap but let me tell you what you get what you pay for because this is top-notch service. This will be one of my go to hotels when I come to San Antonio from now on

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