In the heart of San Antonio, Holiday Inn Express San Antonio Rivercenter Area offers a warm retreat. Relax in the spa tub, unwind at the outdoor pool, or take advantage of free to-go breakfast and 24-hour gym. With multilingual staff and coffee/tea in the lobby, this hotel near River Walk is a perfect blend of comfort and convenience.
Henry B. González Convention Center - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
River Walk - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Alamo - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Getting around
San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 15 min drive
San Antonio Station - 8 min walk
Restaurants
Denny's - 11 min walk
Ruth's Chris Steak House - 12 min walk
Lagniappe Today - 11 min walk
Chart House - 14 min walk
The Dakota East Side Ice House - 9 min walk
About this property
Holiday Inn Express San Antonio Rivercenter Area by IHG
Holiday Inn Express San Antonio Rivercenter Area by IHG offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Alamodome and Henry B. González Convention Center. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and the hot tub makes for a relaxing end to the day. A 24-hour fitness center and a fitness center are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travelers.
At a glance
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Hotel size
81 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free on-the-go breakfast on weekday mornings 6:00 AM–9:30 AM
Coffee/tea in a common area
Working away
24-hour business center
Meeting room
Conference space (975 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
24-hour fitness center
An outdoor pool
Full-service spa
Hot tub
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch flat-screen TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Free crib/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi and wired internet
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Spa
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa.
Fees & policies
Renovations and closures
The property will be renovating from January 8 2026 to May 31 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
Select guestrooms
Guests will have access to the following alternate facilities during the renovation:
Business facilities
Outdoor pool
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 9:30 AM to 9:30 PM
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
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Holiday Inn Express Rivercenter Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Rivercenter Hotel San Antonio Area
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Frequently asked questions
Does Holiday Inn Express San Antonio Rivercenter Area by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Holiday Inn Express San Antonio Rivercenter Area by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Express San Antonio Rivercenter Area by IHG?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:30 AM to 9:30 PM.
Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express San Antonio Rivercenter Area by IHG?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express San Antonio Rivercenter Area by IHG?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express San Antonio Rivercenter Area by IHG?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express San Antonio Rivercenter Area by IHG and nearby?
Holiday Inn Express San Antonio Rivercenter Area by IHG has a spa and an outdoor pool, as well as a 24-hour fitness center.
What's the area around Holiday Inn Express San Antonio Rivercenter Area by IHG like?
Holiday Inn Express San Antonio Rivercenter Area by IHG is in Near East Side, a short 8-minute walk from San Antonio Station and 13 minutes' walk from Alamodome. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
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Reviews
Holiday Inn Express San Antonio Rivercenter Area by IHG Reviews
8.8
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
8.8
Cleanliness
8.6
Location
9.2
Staff & service
8.6
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently hot, fresh, and had a good variety of options. (47 reviews)
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 30, 2026
Great staff, good breakfast and excellent location.
Eric
Eric, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 21, 2026
The breakfast was delicious. Lots of variety. The rooms were very clean and the beds were comfortable. The staff is very friendly and personable especially Aracely! Our stay was terrific!
Isabel
Isabel, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 16, 2026
Friendly staff, good breakfast
Roseli
Roseli, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 19, 2025
Everything was excellent: The staff, the hotel, the location a few blocks from downtown, the breakfast was very good and complete, and the best of all, the beds.
Mario
Mario, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 25, 2025
Super friendly staff and very clean facility
Brent
Brent, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 14, 2026
Clean room, newly updated, friendly people. Stayed here several times and will stay here again. Walked to convention Center
Steve
Steve, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 7, 2025
The room was clean,the beds 🛏️ were comfortable,and the staff was great.
Roy
Roy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 29, 2025
The room was clean and the staff were very friendly, close to the Alamodome with very convenient access.
Min
Min, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 3, 2025
Breakfast was fresh. Nice location, walking distance to river walk
Griselda
Griselda, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 26, 2025
Easy access to downtown. Friendly staff. Rooms were clean. Breakfast was excellent each day.
Kevin Lee
Kevin Lee, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 28, 2025
Excellent warm cinnamon rolls.
Great location for Paul McCartney concert at Alamodome. Easy walk there and to Riverwalk.
John
John, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 1, 2025
Room was clean. I like that there is a separate sitting / tv area so my wife can sleep in.
David
David, 5-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jan 11, 2026
Facility was ok but they’re in middle of remodel which they don’t warn you about so when we came back to room for afternoon nap the banging, sawing and hammering pretty much killed that idea!
The staff was very courteous and the included breakfast was very good!
Danny
Danny, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 13, 2025
The room was clean and cozy, would love to stay with them again!
Natasha
Natasha, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 6, 2025
The staff was friendly and the morning breakfast was fresh and hot.
Frances
Frances, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 22, 2025
Rode in on Amtrak and it's a very short walk from the Amtrak station to the holiday inn rivercenter. We came in around 11 pm but still felt safe waiting to check in. Very friendly staff and excellent clean and spacious rooms. We will definitely return when back in San Antonio
Troy
Troy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 23, 2024
Great stay everyone is friendly and breakfasts was good.
brenda
brenda, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 23, 2025
Convenient location at reasonable price.
Maria
Maria, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 7, 2025
Hotel was very clean, staff was great. It’s just old. They are doing their best to maintain and update.
Kyle
Kyle, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 18, 2024
Great location!
JOE
JOE, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Oct 29, 2025
Room was good, just wasn't happy with the parking and the night security was rude
Leticia
Leticia, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 15, 2025
Spacious room, friendly service from staff throughout our stay, and surprisingly quiet for being so close to the Riverwalk. Kudos to Daisy for the friendly welcome at check-in.
Luis
Luis, 2-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Nov 1, 2025
Staff was amazing and friendly.
The hot tub light was loose and there was a wire exposed
The toilet is way too low and hard to stand up from when you are nearly 6ft tall
Toni
Toni, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 8, 2024
Location great! Service, food, a little small but nice hotel.
Diana
Diana, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 19, 2024
Awesome, excellent stay!
It was an excellent location with excellent staff! Excellent breakfast!