Self parking, a business center, and a 24-hour front desk are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a computer station, express check-out, and a garden. Change of towels is available on request.
O´Brien Historic Hotel offers 39 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. 27-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
This San Antonio hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and portable fans.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
A computer station is located on site and wireless Internet access is complimentary. This 3.5-star property offers access to a business center. This business-friendly hotel also offers a terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff. Limited onsite parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis (surcharge).
O´Brien Historic Hotel is a smoke-free property.
Languages
English, Spanish
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Onsite parking available only on request
Self parking on site (USD 25.97 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Limited onsite parking
Onsite parking options include a garage
Family friendly
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Guidebooks
Luggage storage
Vending machine
Guest services
Change of towels on request
Multilingual staff
Business services
Business center
Computer station
Outdoors
Garden
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Handrails in stairways
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
More
3 floors
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Towels provided
Entertainment
27-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning
Desk
Electrical adapters
Free daily newspapers
Free local calls
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Phone
Portable fan
Window screens
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Self parking fee: USD 25.97 per day (in/out privileges)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
We should mention
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Property is also known as
Hotel O'Brien
O'Brien Ascend Collection
O'Brien Ascend Collection San Antonio
O'Brien Hotel
O'Brien Hotel Ascend Collection hotel
O'Brien Hotel Ascend Collection hotel San Antonio
O´Brien Historic Hotel Hotel
O´Brien Historic Hotel San Antonio
O´Brien Historic Hotel Hotel San Antonio
O'Brien Hotel an Ascend Collection hotel
O´Brien Historic Hotel Reviews
Reviews
7.8
Good
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I just wouldn't stay again, there were seats outside the window where people could relax, but they weren't for our room, and just everything was a disaster.
The hotel was nice, but the extra charges for late check out and parking were I feel excessive. We stayed on a Saturday night due to my husband running a marathon Sunday. We arrived around 4:30. We were told checkout was 11 and parking ends at the same time. Charge was $70 to stay until 2 and $12 to park until then. The hotel was not busy at all- I feel some discounts could have been given. We would not stay again
Diana
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
6/10 Okay
benjamin, Dallas
Business traveler, Traveled with family
Dec 11, 2024
Disliked: Amenities
Location was convenient easy to access
Parking was a little awkward -25 a night
Phone in room didn’t work, he said been like that for while. Hair dryer was taken from wall, had to ask for one. Checkin in at 3 and not a minute before.
Very close to Riverwalk. Very quiet.
Barbara
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jonathan
Dec 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is a boutique hotel so I wasn’t expecting a large lobby, food service, or fancy amenities. However, the limited staff is personable and responsive. Try to get a room with a balcony. It faces the Tower of Americas.
It’s an older hotel, with the type of problems associated with older hotels. The staff were nice and the hotel clean. Fixtures were dated, but they worked.
Clean room, AC was noisy and walls are then, was able go hear other guest/staff as they walked by.
Jon
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
8/10 Good
Luis
Traveled with family
Dec 1, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The location is perfect. Half a block from the Riverwalk and close to everything. We always stay here. We park our car and walk the whole weekend. The car moves again when we head back home. We will always stay here.
I understand it's a historic hotel but looked too run down. The employees aren't too friendly or informative. Their service is pretty low.
The only thing i liked is that it's close to many attractions.
The hotel is historic which is a fun experience. If you are looking for something that is up to date and modern, this historic hotel is probably not for you. If you are looking for something with character, great customer service, and awesome value, extremely close to the Riverwalk, you'll really enjoy your stay here! Front desk staff were accommodating and helpful, timely with any requests, I never had to ask twice for anything (and I always end up needing something extra in a hotel stay). Parking was convenient but I did have trouble using the parking permit from the hotel, it took me several tries but it was able to work out. I felt safe the whole time also.
Aubrey
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
6/10 Okay
William
Nov 28, 2024
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Play smells like mildew needs to be renovated. Has a bunch of weird rules. Cool historic building but needs some attention to detail