Hotel Valencia San Antonio Riverwalk

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The Hotel Valencia Riverwalk, in San Antonio, is a 3-and-one-half star inexpensive hotel. Sleep connoisseurs described the bed as "comfortable" and "great". Guests found the service "friendly" and "excellent". What travelers said they loved: "the breakfast", "the room", and "the staff". Those who recommend it say it's perfect for "relaxing". The hotel is recommended by seasoned travelers, who rate it 5 stars. The hotel is near award winning restaurants, including Zuni Grill and Biga On The Banks . Also nearby: The Texas Adventure , Mexican Market , and San Antonio Zoological Gardens and Aquarium . Other local places to consider are Havana Riverwalk Inn and Westin La Cantera Resort.

Expert Reviews of Hotel Valencia San Antonio Riverwalk

Gayot

This wonderfully contemporary hotel is located right on the popular River Walk, just four blocks from the Rivercenter Mall and six blocks from the San Antonio Convention Center. It's sophisticated without...
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User Reviews of Hotel Valencia San Antonio Riverwalk

Yelp.com Review - by nadia l.

2.0 of 5 stars. This place is pricey and you wouldn't know if from the food. I had the pork, it was kind of tough and chewy which was disappointing. It came w/ grits which were yummy but 30 bucks yummy? NO. The...
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by James B.

4.0 of 5 stars. Great NY-quality hotel in the center of everything. Parking $ is crazy. Excellent bar (V Bar).
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Therese S.

3.0 of 5 stars. Came here upon a friend's suggestion for a romantic weekend of just me and my bf. First of all, it's a beautiful hotel: modern but with a touch of days gone by. The interiors are dark with warm dim...
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Payal D.

5.0 of 5 stars. Me and my husband were here on the labor day weekend, decided to just pamper ourselves and we were glad we went with Hotel Valencia. There are quite a few 4 diamond hotels available on the Riverwalk,...
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Stasa C.

5.0 of 5 stars. My husband and I recently spent one night at Hotel Valencia while we celebrated our seven-year anniversary in San Antonio. Everything was perfect... this is not a snooty boutique hotel at all... the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Stasa C.

5.0 of 5 stars. I can only speak to breakfast... but it was amazing. I had the lobster, cream cheese and spinach omelette -- out of this world! And my husband had the "Egg in the Hole" with canadian bacon and about a...
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Mr. I.

5.0 of 5 stars. So I do alot of work in San Antonio and I have to say I love this hotel. I also stay at the one in San Jose on Santa Row. Though, its a hard thing to say which one I like better. Granted this lays on...
yelp.com - user review - 09/06/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Jill S.

5.0 of 5 stars. My first 3 nights in San Antonio were spent at the Marriott, but my last two were here. What a difference! The cool, modern ambiance combined with the friendly, attentive service make Hotel Valencia...
yelp.com - user review - 08/08/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Erica R.

3.0 of 5 stars. This is supposed to be a 5 star hotel... and while the decor is nice, that's not enough to make it a 5star establishment in my opinion. Why? * We paid upwards of $40 more per night for a room with a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Joe O.

2.0 of 5 stars. Do you know anyone with a great house that is not maintained well? That's the best way to describe this hotel. Decent location (a solid walk to the bars and restaraunts), modern interior fixtures and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Karen P.

2.0 of 5 stars. My boyfriend and I booked this hotel on hotwire for a romantic weekend. Our first impression was great - the hotel is beautiful, and our room had been upgraded to a king with a balcony overlooking the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Angel F.

4.0 of 5 stars. Great place in San Antonio for a tasty and romantic dinner. The waitstaff is helpful but can be slow. The food, however, more than makes up for the wait. They offer two prix fixe options (3 course or...
yelp.com - user review - 06/14/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Elva C.

5.0 of 5 stars. Such a gorgeous hotel!!! My husband & I stayed here this past wknd & we loved it we had such a wonderful experience I highly recommend it!Just be sure not be too loud after 11pm they have a no noise...
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Robin W.

2.0 of 5 stars. Although I have never stayed at the Valencia ... I have been to several events at this hotel. The hotel is very modern with a warm feel (loads of reds and golds) The wedding area is beautiful...
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Crystal L.

4.0 of 5 stars. I really like this hotel! For the price its unbeatable. We got the summer package and paid $130 a night for a king size spacious room. The bed was comfortable, the bathrooms were nice, and they have...
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Randall Y.

3.0 of 5 stars. Stayed here over a weekend. This hotel has a terrific location, but I am not sure about the claim of being a four-star hotel. I've stayed at four-star hotels that are much more service oriented....
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Stacey P.

3.0 of 5 stars. Although, we enjoyed our stay here. I'm disappointed that after I left my iPhone charger in the room, we called twice and were told the head of housekeeping would get back with us and they never did....
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Lea G.

4.0 of 5 stars. The best place about this is the V-bar! Very stylish for a hotel bar. Modern decor with speciality cocktails - the bartenders are very nice (dependent on the customer they can be chatty or chill)....
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Travis S.

5.0 of 5 stars. Snuck away to this small, stylish boutique hotel this weekend and couldn't have been happier with it.The decor is very modern with lots of stone, dark wood, and dim lighting. Ultra-hip, but still...
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2009
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great place by Lisa C. at InsiderPages

My best friend and I stayed here. Everything about the Valencia was beautiful. We stayed in a room with a balcony over the courtyard, which I highly recommend.
citysearch.com - user review - 02/12/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Shawna E.

5.0 of 5 stars. Beautiful decor, so luxurious. Fabulous restaraunt and spectacular views. LOVE LOVE LOVE!
yelp.com - user review - 02/12/2009
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Dark, romantic and simply the BEST!

This is by far one of the best hotels in San Antonio. It's for adults, it's dark, it's hip, it's romantic and it's modern. If you are looking for a place to stay with the family or modern architecture and dim...
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Yelp.com Review - by Katie A.

5.0 of 5 stars. Five stars for the Hotel Valencia Riverwalk.We came here last weekend for a quick getaway weekend. This hotel is gorgeous and I highly recommend it if you're ever in the downtown San Antonio area....
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Laura K.

4.0 of 5 stars. First, one of the best crab cakes I've ever had. And I've had crab cakes on the East Coast and the west. All crab, no filler, perfect seasoning and accompaniments. It's worth it to go to citrus and...
yelp.com - user review - 01/18/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Bill V.

3.0 of 5 stars. I had a very unusual stay at this hotel and frankly not sure i would return.First, it tires to be way too hip for its own good. And let's be honest, San Antonio is not all that. Anyway, i was put off...
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by jess a.

4.0 of 5 stars. I would definitely stay here again if I ever go back to San Antonio.The location is great, right near an entrance to the Riverwalk, and walking distance to a lot, including all the good "touristy"...
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Luke S.

5.0 of 5 stars. My stay here was amazing! It was my first trip to San Antonio and other than the outcome of the Alamo Bowl everything was spectacular. The Valencia is one of the best hotels I've ever stayed at....
yelp.com - user review - 01/02/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Glenn S.

5.0 of 5 stars. This place is among San Antonio's best kept culinary secrets. Tucked into the gorgeous Hotel Valencia off of the Riverwalk, Citrus offers a solid fine-dining experience, and attractive ambiance both...
yelp.com - user review - 12/26/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by e s.

4.0 of 5 stars. modern hotel, dimly lit but rooms are large and affordable. staff went out of their way to make me feel comfortable and allowed me to check in early. didn't get a chance to check out the other hotel...
yelp.com - user review - 12/24/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Love L.

5.0 of 5 stars. Looking for a modern romantic mini vacation? If you're ever in the San Antonio area and plan to visit the River Walk, I highly recommend this place. If you are military, ask for military rates! If...
yelp.com - user review - 12/01/2008
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PLEASANT STAY BUT NOT A GREAT VIEW

My husband and I stayed here for two nights in a "Riverview King Room." That's a joke! Our "Riverview" was of Houston St and about 10 feet of the River which you had to stretch your neck to see. Basically the...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/11/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Anne B.

5.0 of 5 stars. Hands-down my favorite place to stay in San Antonio. This is a top-notch boutique hotel with excellent amenities and a prime Riverwalk location. The rooms were modern, clean, and luxurious. I will...
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Something fishy about charges after our stay by Dana P. at InsiderPages

We wanted a little break in the routine, pre-paid online for a more expensive place than normally would. Did not use expensive valet parking, over-priced mini-bar items, or anything else during our stay....
citysearch.com - user review - 11/07/2008
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Something fisy about charges from this hotel

We were hoping for a relaxing getaway from our routine and ended up with a rather large problem to solve: mysterious charges for over $100 AFTER pre-paying for the hotel online. The upscale decor left us in...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/07/2008
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Unforgettable weding!!! great team effort

I celebrate my wedding at Hotel Valencia and my husband and i cannot be more happy. Everything was organized and on time. Thanks to Carolina Lujan for all the hard work. and i can tell that those guys did a...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/22/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by kiki d.

5.0 of 5 stars. Swanky hotel on the Riverwalk. Love the shutters on the windows, which do a good job of keeping light out. The toiletries are 'Lather' - fantastic!There was a super comfy leather chair with ottoman...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Mark A.

5.0 of 5 stars. My wife and I stayed here to celebrate out anniversary. I surprised her with it and she was very pleased. We stayed in a room with a balcony over the courtyard, which I highly recommend. Next time we...
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Seann G.

2.0 of 5 stars. Had breakfast and dinner at Citrus at the Valencia Hotel. Very pricey for San Antonio and the quality didn't come close to that the Vancouver or SF restaurants which fall into a similar price-bracket....
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Amanda E.

4.0 of 5 stars. Although it was a quick business trip, I enjoyed the hotel. It's a great location on the Riverwalk in walking distance to lots of great restuarants. The rooms are large and nicely appointed. The...
yelp.com - user review - 06/14/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by ang h.

5.0 of 5 stars. I've got the best administrative assistant in the entire office. Case in point: she put me up in the Four Seasons in Vancouver, BC on my very first trip and I've not stayed in any other hotel ever...
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2008
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Awesome hotel!

This was a great hotel! The service was awesome and so were the rooms! Very classy and within walking distance of everything!
kudzu.com - user review - 05/09/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Eric B.

5.0 of 5 stars. PLEASE . . .I just want one more night to stay at the Valencia Hotel! OK . . . how about a week?!? I did not want to leave! I doubt I will ever stay at any other hotel in San Antonio now that I...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Chi N.

5.0 of 5 stars. didn't have a real problem with this hotel at all...arrived a lil before 4pm to check in and they didn't have the room ready yet so i waited around but the lady running the desk made sure i was...
yelp.com - user review - 03/20/2008
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Location,location, location by Gloria M. at InsiderPages

If you want to be where the action is, this is the place to stay. You are located right by the Riverwalk, which of course is one of San Antonio's main attractions. You can choose to have a Romantic weekend and...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/23/2008
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Urban comfort and great location

Great staff, beautiful building, comfortable room, good food & service in the restaurant and bar. Toiletries were very high quality, conceirge service very accommodating (even on Thanksgiving day) and we loved...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/24/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Megan H.

5.0 of 5 stars. When I think of the Riverwalk, I don't exactly think of fine dining. Therefore, I was delighted to stumble upon Citrus, housed in the gorgeous Hotel Valencia. Walking into Citrus from the Riverwalk...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2007
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You HAVE to stay here!!

This has been beyond a doubt the best place I have stayed in a long time. I travel a lot with my husband on business and always bring my little one with us. When we arrived there were plenty of people at the...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/13/2007
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Wonderful getaway

Hotel Valencia is by far the best hotel on the riverwalk. Just a short distance away from all of the noise. What a perfect getaway! Dimly lit it lends to the ambience of the hotel. This is truly a step above...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/05/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Renae H.

5.0 of 5 stars. My best friend and I stayed here the week of her wedding.I love the look and feel of this place, the leather chairs, the warm colors, it's got style with out trying too hard at it. The staff is...
yelp.com - user review - 04/18/2007
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save yourself

SAVE YOURSELF!! I was highly disappointed as soon as I stepped foot in the hotel. We were warmly welcomed with a $27 valet parking charge without warning as well as a rude desk clerk. If you are looking for a...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/26/2007
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Best drinks, Best atmosphere

Definately the place for making business connections. The bar is small, but the atmosphere and drinks are just what the busy executive needs at the end of a long day. Before you know it, you'll have spent a...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/06/2006
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Could be better

Not much service, great looking place, loud DJ music, nothing live, lots of people. Made this place several times. Had to go to the bar to get my drinks. The music was so loud you could not talk. They could...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/15/2006
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Best bar service and atmosphere

With the beaded curtains and hip atmosphere, there isn't a better bar in SA. The service was excellent and the knowledge of the bar staff was unbelievable. The crowd and music were perfect, not to mention the...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/28/2006
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User review by baadam68

Hotel Valencia is the most romantic place for couples ,very dim lighting,mink bed spread,food outstanding!!!. service in the rest. espicially server Ramiro, and chef Terry,manager Raul. true they don't have a...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/11/2006
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Take a Headlamp or Torch

I ended my visit with a tumble down the barely-lit stairs of this hotel--as I lay on the floor, I was observed with some curiousity by 5-6 bellhops but no offers for assistance. The hotel did allow us to check...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/26/2006
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Chic Lounge

This place has a very sleek and fashionable feel with good tunes, videos and attitude. Not for the beer swigger - more for the well dressed party crowd. Rare find in SA.
citysearch.com - user review - 09/25/2005
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staying at the Hotel Valencia

I recently stayed at the Hotel Valencia with a group of friends for a fun weekend at the Riverwalk. Although I haven't stayed at that many luxury hotels quite like the Hotel Valencia they were above and beyond...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/23/2004
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Very stylish, albeit masculine, hotel

The Valencia is a nice luxury hotel. We had a standard room with two leather club chairs, wooden shutters, modern decor and a very comfy bed with down linens and chocolates on the pillows. Also had great...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/03/2004
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Dissappointment!

The front desk attendant was extermely rude! I ordered room service for first thing in the morning and it never arrived. When the valet pulled my car around to the front and I went to get in... he was nowhere...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/23/2004
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Presidential Suite

My husband and I stayed in their only Presidential Suite for our 5th wedding anniversary and LOVED it!! The service was spectacular and the atmosphere was very romantic! We had the best time and are doing it...
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a bit deceptive

This is a very beautiful hotel and very contemporary. It very easily could be picked up and placed in New York City! The service is great. Everyone is very nice and ready to help. Staying here just makes you...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/21/2003
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Frustrating

Made reservations weeks in advance, called one week before to make sure that the reservation was correct. Did not get reserved room. Comp offers weren't met as originally offered, overcharges and double...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/04/2003
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Yahoo! Travel

"Find comprehensive hotel information including descriptions, rates & availability, photos, reviews and interactive maps for Hotel Valencia Riverwalk in San Antonio, Texas. Check the weather, and locate...
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New York Times

Sophisticated style, custom-designed beds, imported designer linens, and a lushly landscaped banks-of-the-River Walk location mark this luxury property. Convenient to shopping, entertainment, and restaurants...
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TripAdvisor

We booked a 5 night stay at the Hotel Valencia Riverwalk through Expedia for our 25th Wedding Anniversary....
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Travelocity

The Hotel Valencia Riverwalk is a luxury property situated adjacent to the Riverwalk and approximately 13 miles from San Antonio International Airport. Local attractions include Majestic Theater, The Alamo,...
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TripAdvisor

Great hotel, but it is a very different vibe than other SA riverwalk hotels. Chic, dark, tech savy,...
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Hotels.com

The Hotel Valencia is located just 12 miles from San Antonio Airport. This grand hotel is the River Walk's newest luxury, four star property. Hotel Valencia is a sophisticated hotel that caters to each guest's...
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Yahoo! Travel

I got the room for my wife, her mother, and sister who were visiting from out of town. We paid a total of approx $588 for a two night stay. We paid EXTRA for a "Deluxe Suite with a Riverview...
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Fodor's

Sophisticated style, custom-designed beds, imported designer linens, and a lushly landscaped banks-of-the-River Walk location mark this luxury property. Convenient to shopping, entertainment, and restaurants...
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HotelShark.com

This "delightful, small Riverwalk hotel" is "worth the extra dollars" for its "convenient" location, "large" guestrooms, and "comfortable" furnishings. Just be sure to "bring your eyeglasses" - - the mood...
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TripAdvisor

It was the most amazing hotel I have ever been to. I went their for a weekend getaway. They had slight...
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TripAdvisor

This hotel is sooo beautiful. The rooms are gorgeous also. My friends came to our room and were so jealous...
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TripAdvisor

My husband and I just returned from San Antonio and stayed at the Hotel Valencia two nights. The staff...
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TripAdvisor

It took me a while to decide if I liked this hotel or not, but after being there for a few hours, I realized...
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Yahoo! Travel

request a room with a riverwalk view... there are also some rooms with a patio available. The decoration was fantastic... NO POOL... great loaction... i thought the breakfast buffet was great with...
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TripAdvisor

We stayed at the Hotel Valencia over Memorial Weekend. This is a first class hotel. Our room was very...
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TripAdvisor

Just off the main riverwalk, the Hotel Valencia was the perfect setting for a weekend get away. The...
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Travelocity

We picked this hotel for something a little different and it was just that. Very beautiful, beginning when you walk in the hotel. My only major complaint was the lack of adequate outlets in the room for...
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Yahoo! Travel

This is the best hotel in San Antonio. The staff caters to your every whim. The beds are so comfortable with the Egyptian cotton sheets,specially made mattresses and down duvets that you don...
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TripAdvisor

This Hotel is Amazing. Unique, Hip, Modern, Comfortable! If you are looking for in room amenities this...
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Gayot

contemporary american citrus's downtown location in a hotel whose name is spanish, whose style is said to be tuscan, and whose identity is clearly conflicted, has not put a squeeze on the restaurant; it...
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AOL CityGuide

swanky style comes to san antonio...
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Orbitz

Sleek and sophisticated new hotel nestled along the scenic River Walk in San Antonio. The signature design of dMd Associates of Los Angeles where "hip" meets classic in a timeless blend of sights, sounds and...
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