About Riverwalk Vista Inn
Riverwalk Vista Inn offers stylish, boutique accommodations in a historic nineteenth century building in downtown San Antonio. The hotel overlooks the San Antonio River Walk and is just minutes away from The Alamo.
Guestrooms feature charming décor, antique-looking furnishings, and giant windows offering stunning views of the city skyline. In-room amenities include TV with DVD player, iPod docking station, coffee-maker, work desk, and free Wi-Fi.
Intimate sitting areas can be found scattered around the property, while meeting spaces and a business center are located on-site. Guests can use a fitness center and swimming pool at Riverwalk Vista Inn’s sister hotel.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily. Guests can also enjoy lemonade and cookies in the afternoon and wine in the evening, all free of charge.
Riverwalk Vista Inn is a five-minute walk from The Alamo, while the likes of Rivercenter Mall, the Briscoe Western Art Museum, and Ripley’s Believe It Or Not San Antonio are all within a short walk of the property.
Positive Reviews
positive:
Guests praise look and feel of hotel.
Past guests are quick to praise the look and feel of Riverwalk Vista. Situated in a converted building that dates back to the late nineteenth century, the hotel features traditional and antique décor and furnishings. With only 17 rooms, the hotel is also calm and quiet, which guests say add to the charm.
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Complimentary extras prove popular.
Guests respond positively to a number of complimentary extras offered by the hotel, starting with the extended continental breakfast. In the afternoon, guests enjoy free cookies and lemonade, while wine is served in the evening. All of this further enhances what guests describe as great service.
positive:
River Walk location is perfect for sightseeing.
Overlooking the famed San Antonio River Walk, the hotel offers quick and easy passage to many of the city's most popular attractions. In addition to the many restaurants, theaters and shops found on the River Walk itself, The Alamo, Tower of the Americas, and the Briscoe Western Art Museum are all located nearby.
Negative Reviews
negative:
Local area can be noisy at night.
While its location may be convenient, some guests staying at Riverwalk Vista find the local area to be noisy at night time. The River Walk houses a number of restaurants and bars, making it a popular destination for revelers. As such, some noise may seep through into the hotel.
negative:
Off-site facilities cause minor nuisances.
The hotel does not feature an on-site fitness center or swimming pool, but guests can take advantage of the hotel's sister property. Likewise, there is no on-site parking, but guests can utilize a nearby parking lot. Guests report that seeking out these facilities is only minor nuisances in the grand scheme of things.
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Air conditioning can be noisy.
Some guests report that the hotel's air conditioning systems can be on the noisy side. Some guests also report that some units blow directly on to the bed, which can make it uncomfortable to sleep.