Shout out to ALL Kimpton Hotels because they are truly dog-friendly. No fees or deposits, no breed or weight restrictions, and no limit. I wasn't traveling with my pups on this recent work trip, but will def remember that for the next time. This Kimpton Santo is a stone's throw from the convention center and a just a short walk to other points of attraction, like the River Walk, Hemisfair. I was booked for two nights (only stayed one night and they refunded me for the 2nd night, minus a "late checkout fee."). The hotel has a popular steakhouse, Deans, a very sexy bar, a side lounge to Dean's called The Study, and a rooftop lounge serving mediterranean-fare. (Reservations HIGH recommended for all.) There's also a pool, complimentary morning coffee/tea, complimentary wine happy hour. My room was a king with all the amenities a biz traveler could ask for: wifi, blackout curtains, hot shower... the ac fan was super loud and I couldn't figure out how to turn it off. Thank goodness for ear plugs. Check-in staff, doormen all offered excellent service. read more

The floor level was nice but the service? It was motel service at best. I'm unsure if this place caters to but it's not to family and tourist. There is absolutely no warm welcome, no help with bags. The front desk couldn't be more dry and unattentive. I arrived caring my bags and not one person bothered to ask if I needed help. The check in? I had to acknowledge her before she looked up from her phone. She didn't offer help with the bags nor did she bother helping us understand the offerings of the hotel or the facilities. All pretty annoying but keep reading for the kicker! Cleaning services? The first day I noticed it was 12 and no t one had been to our room to clean. I noticed when I returned that a toothpick I accidentally dropped on the floor wasn't picked up. The towels were left on the floor but the bed was haphazardly done. Second day? We left to walk the riverwalk and eat, when I returned at 3pm, the room was still a mess. I asked for them to come clean it... so where does one go in order to get out of the way? The pool naturally. Went upstairs to find 50+ drunk people in a pool. Nowhere to sit! Nosey me asked some of them and it turned out this hotel sells day passes. So as a guest you are expecting to be able to use the facilities but treated like a nuisance if you don't drink or aren't hungry enough to buy food. I sat at a cabana that they wanted to charge me 300 dollars for, watching various families that I saw the day before get turned around because the place had nowhere to sit. You are treated like the issue because their day pass guests are making them money. I brought up the issue to the management that the room wasn't cleaned and they apologized and said Themis isn't how they run things. However! The next day, we left at 12 for lunch and returned at 450 pm to a room that was not cleaned. The same quip response from their manager... this isn't how we run things blah blah blah! So if this isn't how you run things? Am I being singled out? It took a few minutes to confirm that everyone is treated like a nuisance. I saw a woman pulling her own bag cart to her room. Tons of people standing around watching her attempt to open the door with her cart. The manager, some short man with red hair and ill fitting suit is a expert at gas-lighting and must've graduate from the university of word vomit! He needs to be let go because clearly his staff don't respect him enough to change. Either that or he can't be bothered to lead his team! You want a better experience? Stay at the Monarch or the plaza next door! read more

Awesome hotel in downtown! It's across the street from Hemisfair so I felt this is a great option for tourists and families with small kids. You can walk to the Alamo, river walk, Hemisfair, the tower of America, and all of the shops and restaurants around this area (Maverick, Rosario's, La Vallita). We had a great time and really enjoyed the amenities of the hotel. They have a pool and bar on the top floor (10th floor) with a beautiful view of downtown. Nice seating areas on the lobby level, in addition to a courtyard, a bar and Dean's steak house. Good service from hotel staff. Would love to be back! Parking is valet only $60 per night but unlimited in/out. read more

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The hotel itself is just fine for being one of the more luxury options near the River. The room floors are concrete so it's cold to walk around on luckily you are provided with slippers. The weekend we stayed there was a private event on the rooftop that was $50 to go to. So we got kicked out of the pool despite being guests and told we could use the ground level not very nice one at the hotel next door. The restaurant upstairs was also closed so when we were hoping for lunch we could not get anything in the hotel because the downstairs restaurant only does brunch. There's a $25 daily fee which gives you credits to use but they make it very hard to actually use them. Overall the food was just average for the cost. I think if the hotel is going to give credits to use at these attached restaurants then guests should also get some priority the amount of non guests here really made for an irritating weekend more than relaxing. Find somewhere that prioritizes guest experience. read more

This hotel, I am assuming, was recently renovated and whoever was in charge of that did an amazing job. This is a very beautiful property. But the reality is a hotel can only become five star if the staff is five star, and this is where the Kimpton shines. Every staff member, from front desk to bartenders, to concierge, to valet is amazing. The level of courteousness and willingness to make your stay memorable is truly what makes this hotel stand out. The location is just down the street (2 blocks) from Riverwalk and about 4 blocks from ALamo. Very walkable area and close to everything, I actually prefer this location to being right on the riverwalk, it's quieter and feels more relaxed. Bartender makes great coffee don't miss out on that, and say yes to the gourmet ice cream pops offered at the front desk. Love this hotel! read more

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Kimpton Santo in San Antonio completely exceeded my expectations -- beautifully styled rooms, a great location, and staff who were attentive and genuinely friendly from check-in to check-out. The overall quality of the stay was top notch, and you can tell they put real thought into the design and guest experience. The only downside was parking: construction near the main entrance forced valet into a narrow side street, creating a bit of a bottleneck, but it's a minor gripe compared to how great everything else was. read more

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I had never heard of a Kimpton but it is now one of my favorites. This boutique hotel offered so much. In the morning they have a coffee service and from 5-6pm each evening they have a wine or beer service. There is even a team member that will pour it for you. They stored my luggage before I could check in, which was great and the woman working the front driveway opens the door for me each evening. I had a room that included breakfast. I will say that the restaurant was not very fast and the food was average. However, the first day of my conference I was running late and the host took my order and told me to have a seat in the the restaurant by bar and I had my oatmeal and coffee quickly. The breakfast experience dropped my rating to a 4. Everyone I interacted with was very pleasant. read more

Beeaaauuuuutiful 5-star hotel. Amazing service. Friendly atmosphere. Top-notch details. Walking distance to Riverwalk. Giant window overlooking San Antonio skyline and Alamodome. Will return. read more

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AMAZING!!! The absolute BEST customer service all around, everywhere you went! Top 3 hotels I've stayed at! The scenery is absolutely stunning! They have complimentary alcoholic beverages from 5-6pm, you know I took advantage of that! The rooftop pool is so relaxing! I loved it! The food service on the tenfold rooftop wasn't what I expected. We ordered chorizo oysters & you could bearly see the oysters..I'll post pics, the Korean bbq skewers were tasty... they were a bit too spicy for my daughter & the drinking water at the pool was super hot so he literally ran and got my daughter an iced water, his name was Mark so very sweet. They had a complimentary wine bottle with chocolate covered strawberries waiting for me as I entered my hotel room, I felt super special! I will definitely have another staycation here! It went better than I expected! read more

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Kimpton Santo offers a comfortable stay with an exceptionally cozy bed. The atmosphere can be a bit noisy, but overall it's a pleasant hotel experience. read more

I LOVE THE KIMPTON CHAIN. PERIOD. I always say each location is my new favorite and that will probably never change. This location just opened last August and you can tell it's new. I love the architecture and interior design so much. It makes me feel like it is in a desert location. Very chic and modern. The rooftop pool is excellent as is the service (we ordered a couple of cocktails and some snacks) and our pup had a blast relaxing on a lounger. The hotel bar is super cool with excellent service and drinks. Room service is amazing. We had steak and eggs for breakfast and the food was cooked to perfection. The staff goes above and beyond. From start to finish. The valet, front desk, housekeeping, servers, etc. all at the top of their game and all seem to really love working here. The love and care shown for our sweet dog just went above and beyond. Can't wait to get back! read more

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A welcoming, clean, and comfortable hotel with amazing views and super dog friendly points like complimentary dog bowls and dog beds for use. One of the dog bowls I received was dirty with a prior dog's usage but I just set it aside. The floor is nice because it's dog-proof and the rest of the hotel is gorgeous. Lovely downtown views and floor to ceiling windows in the premium rooms and they have a social hour from 5-6pm on certain weekdays. It's about 10-15 min from the Riverwalk area and 5-10 to La Villita. It felt safe and quiet in the neighborhood. There's parking with valet or next door is a cheaper open lot. Overall, amazing hotel and would love to come back. The pool and view is exceptional and particularly quiet late in the evening and early morning. read more

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I stayed at the Kimpton Santo in San Antonio while attending a conference. The hotel is really nice for the price point and about a 10 minute walk from the convention center. Staff was super helpful and friendly. They have a color printer at the front desk if you need some printing done. It was free to print. We just sent them an PDF in an email. Street construction nearby made the walk a little longer than expected, but it was manageable. A highlight of the trip was Lowcountry bar nearby, which is a must visit if you are in the area. read more

I stayed one night at the Kimpton Santo Hotel in downtown San Antonio, and it was a great experience. The hotel has a chic, modern vibe with several bars, including a rooftop bar with nice views. There's also a cozy library-style sitting area where they serve complimentary beer and wine from 5-6 pm, plus you receive two free margarita tokens for the main bar. We hung out at the wonderful pool and enjoyed the night views. The property also has a steakhouse on-site and a beautiful outdoor courtyard that's well lit and creates a romantic ambiance. A stylish spot for both relaxation and a fun night out. We will return for another stay. read more

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The Kimpton Santo is hands down one of the best Kimpton stays that I've experienced to date. Let me start by saying that Felix is absolutely phenomenal. From the moment I checked in he set the bar high with his bright energy, kind smile and unmatched professionalism. He is a wealth of knowledge and so graciously helpful. Every staff member that I've encountered has been wonderful. The room is thouroughly clean & comfortable and food & drinks have been delightful. 10/10 would recommend. read more

This hotel reminds me of the luxury resort experiences that you would get in Mexico. As soon as you arrive on the property you are greeted by their smiling valet service. Once you walk inside, your senses are awakening by the aromatic scents they have to greet you. On the inside and out, the place is beautiful. Very grown & mature vibes with the low lights and esthetics. They have a living room & patio area for lounging. A rooftop pool & lounge with beautiful city views. A restaurant & bar on site, and a speakeasy. All they were missing was a spa! Many people come for these vibes on the weekends that aren't hotel guests, so reservations are highly encouraged. The best part for me was that it's dog friendly and free for the dogs to stay. I've never experienced any hotel like that. The hotel was very clean and comfortable. From the bed to the shower to the restaurant. I felt like I had an escape to Tulum. Although I was on a work conference and didn't really get to enjoy everything that was offered. Every staff was kind, patient, & courteous. They all wore a smile on their face. From the tall door man, to the bellman, to the valet guys, the housekeepers, the bartenders, the hostesses, and front desk staff. They all seemed to like their job and went above and beyond to provide excellent 5 star customer service. I would definitely recommend checking this place out. And I hope to visit again soon. read more

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Checked this newly and impressive hotel! Kimpton Santo Hotel is located down town San Antonio. You are able to spot the name from afar and give you the sense of a resort like hotel! As soon as I entered Kimpton Santo hotel, I was greeted by Natalie. A very professional, helpful, and knowledgeable young lady at the front desk. She explained everything I needed to know about the hotel, guests social hours, and the restaurants. She made me feel very welcomed and appreciated that. The Dean's Steak & Seafood is a very nice place to have that special dinner with that special someone. The patio area is a romantic place to be with your love one or with families. For best view, be there as the sun goes down-You won't regret it! The Tenfold Rooftop-If you never felt on top of the world, you will be there. You can see just about all of downtown San Antonio and if you want to impress someone...this is the place!. Cons-Active construction by the main entrance (closed). You have to enter via the side of the hotel. read more

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I loved this hotel. Very beautiful spaces everywhere and all of the staff were especially friendly. I love the rooftop bar and even the lobby bar is very nice. The check out is 12 which I can appreciate it not being too early and even though I left my room a little late no one was banging on my door asking when I was leaving. My only complaint is the pool menu. I wish there were more options for food such as quesadillas and chips and guac etc. Also I overhead there was an extremely long wait time around check out time for valet so maybe room for improvement there. But I can't wait to come back and stay here! read more

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We recently stayed here for just a night for a quick overnight trip from Austin to catch a show and celebrate my birthday. We are big fans of the Kimpton brand and were really excited to see one open in San Antonio. When it came time to book our hotel, the Kimpton Santo was a no brainer. Upon arrival, we were immediately impressed with the sparkling new building. Everything is shiny clean and the decor is very well done. Check-in was a breeze and the front desk staff was super friendly. Unfortunately, we did have a couple of major issues with our room once we settled in which put a big damper on our afternoon/evening. I believe both issues were related to the new construction, but our afternoon we had planned to spend relaxing in the room and enjoying the amenities quickly escaped us as we wrestled maintenance issues -- one which even made the bathroom unusable. That being said, the reason I still rate this a 5-star experience has everything to do with the staff. The staff at the Kimpton Santo (especially AJ) went above and BEYOND to make it up to us! Knowing it was my birthday, and wanting to turn our stay around, we were moved to a new room (sans maintenance issues) and AJ arranged several surprises for us over the course of our stay to make our experience special -- including sending up this delicious birthday cake (pictured)! While our stay started rocky, we ended up having an amazing time. Our new room was comfortable and well-appointed just as we've come to expect from Kimpton. We grabbed drinks before dinner at the lobby bar and got after-dinner drinks at The Study (the cocktail bar connected to Dean's Steakhouse located at the hotel). Every staff member we interacted with was so accommodating and went out of their way to make us feel taken care of. AJ even arranged a special treat for us a The Study as well! You're never going to find a hotel that doesn't have maintenance issues and troublesome inconveniences from time to time, but the thing that sets hotels apart is the way they respond to them. Kimpton Santo has top-tier customer service in spades. That, and the beautiful facilities, would lead me to book the Kimpton Santo again without hesitation. read more

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This is a beautiful property and walkable to many restaurant establishments. The rooftop bar is very relaxing with great views. The rooms are very clean with a thought out space. read more

This was absolutely the nicest hotel I have stayed at in a while and it's probably because they just opened. Although there's still construction happening in front of the hotel because that's the municipality's problem, that doesn't stop them from opening. Service is top notch with great recommendations and slowly going over all of the many amenities and offerings they have available. Super friendly and they always greet you whenever you walk by. There's always someone opening the door for you when you exit and enter the building from the side entrance. The pool on the rooftop is super nice, although the water is somehow ice cold in the 90 degree heat. I can only imagine it being a lot busier as we were able to just sit ourselves at one of the cabanas. Someone even came to get us towels. On the other side of the pool is their rooftop bar, which we also tried at another time. Great drinks there and great service. Also on the rooftop is their gym and it's nice. You can workout on brand new equipment with a nice view of San Antonio. They have a speakeasy which is great. There's a bar and steakhouse. Shoutout to Alejandro for being an amazing bartender. Rooms were spotless being that it's brand new. Super comfortable beds and sleek shower. Room service is great. They even saw that I was running low on toothpaste and gave me a complementary free tube without asking. Overall, I'd definitely come back to stay here again. read more

We had a wonderful stay here! Our room was very nice! The A/C was adjustable which was clutch! Everything was very modern and new. The staff at the hotel were super friendly and accommodating. My friend used the bridal suite for her wedding day/night and it was lovely. There are several outdoor seating areas that offer great photo opportunities. Would definitely recommend to anyone staying in San Antonio! read more

Visited the rooftop bar Tenfold a few weeks after they opened. Very comfortable seating for large groups. Amazing view of hemisfair. We were saved from parking in the wrong spot by one of the valets- appreciate that! Appetizer servings are very small- 3 bites for $13 for example. Maybe they will be more generous with portions as they evolve. Server was super friendly and helpful, and the manager stopped by to see how we were doing. Seems like a good place to take out of town guests that you want to impress. I recommend reservations. read more

So to be fair this hotel is new, could be understaffed and surrounded by construction so this could be the reason for my low stars. Beautiful hotel, smells amazing not overpowering, valet arrival was great, but upon us leaving the staff changed and that valet service was not so great. The pool was what I was most excited for but was a let down. Amazing views, very little sun coverage causing the pool water to be more of an ice plunge situation, but the worse part is no staff around till 4pm. Which is a complete let down. The suggestion is get out of the pool in your swim wear, take the elevator 10 floors down through the lobby and into the fine dining steak house bar area to order food and drinks, then go back up to the pool. Never been to a hotel where this has occurred. May return next summer in hopes that it's fully staffed and a different experience :) read more

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Overcrowded during the holidays. The time it takes room service and valet is longer than other times of the year. There's a complimentary coffee station in the lobby. On a Saturday at 9am, there was no coffee left, and even after checking 45 minutes later. The hotel seems understaffed, but the staff working is exceptionally kind and professional. There's room service is delicious but sometimes takes a full hour. If you text the number for valet, they won't retrieve your car until you get downstairs. Defeats the purpose of texting ahead. Location: the hotel isn't on the actual Riverwalk. The hotel and rooms are well decorated and maintained. *valet is $60/ night read more

Rooftop bar was great! Kiera took great care of us! She was attentive, nice and timely. read more

Kimpton was an amazing hotel! Starting with Dj with the valet, he took care of us promptly and kept taking care of us all night as we needed! Then Pete the Bellman, helped with unloading our vehicle so quickly and carefully and took everything up to the room for us with ease and then continuing to take care of us all night, including some of the best conversations we've had! Then moving into the receptionist whether it was Moore, Zoey or Richard they all provided exceptional service! Ensuring we knew exactly what we were getting into and there being zero surprises! We would highly recommend Kimpton, if you are looking for a professional atmosphere that is both pet and family friendly! read more

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Lets talk about the rooftop pool and service. STACY was excellent! She was very attentive and ensured we had what we needed when we needed it. Her timing was fantastic. Most come around too much or too little she was PERFECT! Celebrated my Mothers birthday with this establishment and she had a GREAT time so ... huge THANK YOU to Stacy! read more

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This hotel was so close to a 5 star experience but the valet couldn't help themselves. We arrived just past 2:45AM due to a tire blowout in Houston. We were exhausted and ready to crash for the night. Upon arrival, Pauline was welcoming and allowed us a delayed checkout due to the late arrival. Their only parking option is valet so we grabbed our bags from the car and let the valet do the parking. The room was so new, you could smell it. Kind of like a new home smell. Shower was great as well as the bed. Nespresso in the room the next morning was GREAT. I texted the valet to get the car pulled up before we headed down to check out. We get outside and the car still has not arrived. it's been over 15 minutes and there was no other guests around. After the car arrives, I notice all our items scattered in the trunk and after we drove away, I noted it was in "Dynamic" mode when i only drive it in the "Individual". So what most likely happened last night was the bearded hipster looking valet took my $120,000 Audi for a joy ride in the wee hours of the morning and that really frustrates me. I trust a nice hotel valet with my car and they can't control themselves. Really put a damper on the otherwise 5 star experience. Next time i'll just park it myself. read more

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Wish I could leave a better review but my expectations were not met. To begin with, the amenities listed on the website are misleading, since there is no spa. Additionally, the staff was consistently unhelpful and did not adequately address guest needs. This was especially concerning during an incident in which a pipe burst and caused flooding within the hotel, yet there was no effective response or support provided to guests. read more

Amazing roof top and amazing drinks ! Best bartender Esteban and West! The hotel interior is incredible read more

Stayed 3 nights and here's my thoughts. Beautiful new facility! Staff are all super professional and very responsive to texts. Housekeeping are really great. I was working from the hotel during the day and asked if my room could be cleaned while I was at dinner and they happily obliged and did a stellar job. Only negative was the valet is a bit slow and the QR code doesn't actually work. You scan and it sends a text asking for pickup and they reply the feature isn't available. I mentioned to the front desk and they advised it's a third party, but really that's passing the buck. You have control over your vendors, and that's what they are. read more

Wonderful hotel! Front desk personnel, and all personnel, are attentive and super friendly. Rooms are clean, modern and spacious. Multiple conversation areas are ideal to enjoy a cup of coffee or a glass of wine. The rooftop bar Tenfold is super chic with great cocktails! Dean's, the restaurant in the hotel, is a fabulous dining experience! The location is great...walking distance to the River Walk and nearby attractions. The only downside is the roads are heavily under construction right now...but that's just temporary and didn't stop us from having a five star experience :-) Oh, and the hotel smells divine too! read more

The "breakfast included" option I paid for on my reservation is very misleading. Upon check-in, I was given extensive info about the property but I had to inquire about the breakfast. That's when I was told there was a $30 limit which sounded reasonable, assuming that limit was per person, per night. When I got my statement, it showed a single $30 credit for our two night stay. Hardly enough to cover a cup of coffee for two adults. At the very least the front desk staff should communicate more effectively. read more

I had a really great experience at this hotel! I was greeted and checked in by Carl who was very kind and welcoming. He is also the person that checked us out! He was so helpful! He understands hospitality!! The hotel was very clean and I had not one complaint! Drinks were very good also! read more

This may be long so buckle up. I am between and 3 and four, but the staff are so friendly that it pushed my review to a 4. Overall, nice location, rooms are big, bed is comfy, bathroom is nice. The room amenities are ok and not my favorite. There is a nespresso in the room along with 2 carbonated bottles of water for $7 each and 2 bottles of still water at no cost. The cleaning service did not replace the still water nor did they replace bathroom lotion, Q Tips and cotton balls. We were here for a conference and could not help getting the feeling as if they are not staffed for a large conference. The staff seemed overwhelmed and running on fumes. I blame the general manager. It is the small things. A new hotel is great, but can lose the gloss quickly. The hallways were dirty and paint chipped. Tables in the bar area were dirty. They have a small outdoor courtyard that was decorated in a winter wonderland theme (this was in December) with heat lamps except they did not turn on the heat lamps and it was cold. I was told if I sit outside, they would turn them on which they did not. For gosh sakes, turn on the heat and maybe people would use the space. We were there 4 days and I saw 2 men in those 4 days sitting outside. We were on the 10 floor which was nice if you use the pool, but not much view and so loud. It is unfortunate that there is so much construction and you can hear it in the room. On our last night, we were unable to get in our room. We were planning on meeting another couple on the river walk, but my coat, shoes and purse were in the room along with my husband's things. We requested they make room for the 4 of us at the hotel restaurant which they accommodated, but the only time available was 9pm. They gave us a $50 voucher and walked us to their cocktail bar. The bartender was annoyed and told the front desk person not to bring anyone else! I kid you not. I asked the bartender if he knew that we are locked out of our room and at that time if had been a hour. He apologized and changed his attitude. 2.5 hrs later, the maintenance man came to the bar to apologize and let us know that he had fixed the problem. His computer license to connect with the locks had expired!! This is at 8:45 pm so I am sure he was stressed and again a problem the GM should have been on top of. We met our friends and headed to our 9pm dinner. We were told our table was not ready so we waited till 9:45 until they sat us. I can only guess they were short staffed in the kitchen as there were empty tables and at least 4 servers. They were out of 2 bottles of wine we ordered and it took 30 minutes to get wine they had in stock. We ordered steak and none of us got the right doneness; however, the fish was cooked fine. My husband and I switched steaks as I want rare and he wanted medium rare. Our other friend ordered medium rare and he got medium well done. It is now 11pm and they fired up a new steak. They were out of onion rings and forgot our fries. It was a cluster at best. The restaurant comped 2 meals and the sides which was the right thing to do. When we finished our meal around midnight, it took our server 15 minutes to run our cards. Lastly, I included a video of what we listened to for 4 days. read more

My boyfriend and I came here to visit family in San Antonio. This was a great hotel in the middle of everything. The amenities were great, Stacey at the rooftop pool was very attentive and kind and made our swimming experience relaxing. The room was clean and modern. The front desk staff was extremely kind and attentive which made the entire experience enjoyable. I wish I could give this place a full five stars but the only negative experience we had was with the valet. There were some issues with my car and Emily was unprofessional and gave us the run around when it came to gathering information about the status of my car. It took 40 minutes for them to even bring my boyfriend down the road to where the car was parked only for him to jump start it and get it going within 5 minutes. Richard the manager was sure to comp our valet at the end. Overall great hotel. read more

The staff was friendly and it was located within walking distance of many attractions. The bartenders at Deans were also great, and took great care of us. read more

Would definitely recommend staying here. The rooftop bar is 100% worth visiting. Esteban is a great host/cocktail maker.

Enjoyed my visit to the rooftop pool. Our server, Stacy,was very accommodating and provided excellent service.