River Oak Inn, nestled by the river, offers a peaceful retreat with English breakfast and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi and take advantage of free self parking. With an electric car charging station and computer station on site, guests have praised the motel's convenient location.
Bandera Beach Club Tubes, Kayaks & Shuttle - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Frontier Times Museum - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Bandera City Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Mansfield Park - 2 min drive - 2.7 km
Getting around
San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 64 min drive
Restaurants
Bandera Ale Project - 5 min drive
Wild Horse Saloon - 2 min drive
SONIC Drive In - 3 min walk
TJ's At the Old Forge - 6 min walk
OST Restaurant - 16 min walk
About this property
River Oak Inn
When visiting Bandera, River Oak Inn is a great choice to consider. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Fellow travelers love the location.
At a glance
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Hotel size
28 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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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 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Private dining
What to do
Kayaking nearby
Working away
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Accessibility
Thin carpet in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
70-inch Smart TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Window screens
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Laptop-friendly workspace
Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
Phone
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Mobile key entry
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 40.00 per pet, per day
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at River Oak Inn?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 40.00 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at River Oak Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at River Oak Inn?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at River Oak Inn and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like kayaking and rafting.
Are there restaurants at or near River Oak Inn?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around River Oak Inn like?
River Oak Inn is located by the river, a short 1-minute walk from Medina River and 10 minutes' walk from Bandera Beach Club Tubes, Kayaks & Shuttle. Travelers say that the motel is in a great location.
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Reviews
River Oak Inn Reviews
7.8
Good
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.
7.6
Cleanliness
7.2
Amenities
7.8
Staff & service
7.2
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 29, 2026
A great Bandera stay! We have an electric car and they had a charger. The staff was very friendly!
Jami
Jami, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 22, 2026
Good location. Easy parking
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 12, 2026
The staff was so nice, the room was clean and quiet. I would stay there again for sure!
Karen
Karen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 1, 2026
Very accommodating, family owned motel. Price was VERY reasonable. Room was clean. AC blew cold. Fridge kept items cool too. New mirrors and furnishings in bathroom. GIGANTIC tv. Great location. Definitely a good place to hang your hat if you’re in town visiting.
Matthew
Matthew, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 1, 2026
Staff was friendly nice old fashioned country hotel clean we enjoyed our stay
Carl
Carl, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 28, 2025
Clean and good location.
Deanna
Deanna, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 18, 2025
Nice and quiet very clean hotel good price for the area
Juan
Juan, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 28, 2025
Room was clean. Staff was friendly. Beds comfortable. Fair price.
David
David, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jan 18, 2026
Room was in good condition. Shower looked new with good flow of hot water. Would have liked to have more than 2 pillows on bed.
Brent
Brent, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 2, 2026
Parking was good. Room was clean. Needs some updating.
Lindy
Lindy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 29, 2025
Clean rooms, easy parking, and professional and helpful staff
William
William, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 10, 2025
Quiet clean easy to get too
Late check in
lori
lori, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 6, 2025
Great staff. Quick check in.
Steve
Steve, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Feb 2, 2026
Good enough for an over night stay.
Room was clean, however could be better. The bathroom door-very stained. The Shower curtain stained. I don’t think either have been cleaned in months. Ice machine broken. Nice little walk to the river. Cats EVERYWHERE!!! Clean bedding and updated flooring.
Rex
Rex, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair
May 26, 2025
Perfect eat in cafe at the location
Monica
Monica, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 1, 2025
Great stay
Hotel was very clean, the staff was super friendly. The bed was so comfortable. Usually when you stay at a hotel the beds are so hard and uncomfortable but not here, they were amazing.
James
James, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 19, 2025
The hotel was very clean. The pillows were so soft. The area is beautiful. We will be coming back here.
David
David, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 28, 2025
This nice property with good restaurant
jonathan
jonathan, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 22, 2025
Easy place to stay, staff was friendly and it was nice and quiet.
Amber
Amber, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Dec 17, 2025
Staff was courteous. Entire property is run down. Ice machine in place but doesn't work.
Barbara
Barbara, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 3, 2025
The room was amazing! Very clean and spacious. The layout was very different with a bar and a sofa. These were in addition to the standard table, chairs and bench to put your luggage on. All-in-all a very good choice. It was also VERY QUIET. It was nice to be able to relax and not hear every noise coming from outside. I highly recommend staying here.
Joseph
Joseph, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 20, 2025
Very good service. The new owners have made updates. But still need to make a few more. Overall the place was a good stay for us and I would recommend the motel and would stay there again.
Glenn
Glenn, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 6, 2025
River oaks hotel bandera.
You can tell this is an older hotel but my room was clean and well maintained. My room didn't smell like smoke so that was great.
Theodore
Theodore, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 14, 2025
The check in process and room were satisfactory.
However the front desk staff would not honor the "free welcome drink" amenity included with our online reservation. Disappointed, please address this discrepancy and resolve with River Oak Inn.
Scott
Scott, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 10, 2025
Convenient location, as advertised and easy check in / out