O´Brien Historic Hotel

3.5 star property

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Exterior
Interior
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Point of interest
Garden

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

Map
116 Navarro St, San Antonio, TX, 78205
  • River Walk
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Alamo
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Alamodome
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • San Antonio, TX (SAT-San Antonio Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed, City View

  • 260 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

  • 260 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, City View

  • 260 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Balcony

  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Jetted Tub

  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

O´Brien Historic Hotel

3.5-star hotel in Downtown San Antonio
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

Rating 10 - Excellent. 436 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 259 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 140 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 93 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 80 out of 1008 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Yadrian

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phaedra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall was a great stay. It was cold while I stayed and they gave me a nice thick blanket to help me. Keep warm over all the great places to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Javier

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dalton

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

joaquin

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dangela

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Average
Average older hotel. Two of the lamps in our room did not work. No daily maid service but that was ok with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

leha

Quirky little place with charming employees.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darla

Traveled with family
Love
Older hotel but it’s very cute and clean. Loved my balcony room. Was inexpensive and close to the river walk. A Thai restaurant is next door so very convenient for dinner. The staff working the hotel are very nice friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean, Blanco

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always a great stay. Great view and can’t beat the prices
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Kathleen

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bartolo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay was cool. The TV wasn't working in our original room and we were upgraded to a room with a balcony. Also Ein was super cool abd very accommodating and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

martin

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karla

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was great! The room could use a little updating, but no issues.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The view of the tower of America is amazing. Thut.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dauris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Raul, San Angelo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
I told my husband “Historic” means OLD, this hotel is definitely old but for the price, it’s a good deal. Room was kinda dark & had a smell but didn’t take long to adjust. TV is Roku only, no local channels available. Old tub with T-plumbing added for shower but there is the BEST water pressure we’ve ever had! Bed was creaky but comfortable, air conditioning (yes, in December we needed air conditioning) was cold air. The balcony was nice but as in pictures, there’s only a small chain separating from next room. Neighbors were smoking out there (even though there’s NO SMOKING) so we couldn’t enjoy balcony. Very happy there was no smoke smell coming in to our room! The lobby outside our room (2nd floor) was cute with seating & small tables, like for visitors to hang out! Front staff was very cold & unwelcoming! We were NEVER greeted coming in or out. We tried to make small talk but received no response. One late night “laundry” gentleman gave us extra toilet paper & tissue & he was the only friendly staff we saw. Parking was shady so we used the garage next door for $25/night (great price for area) Hotel is within walking distance to just about everything. Overall we were satisfied with our stay. We’d probably stay again if we couldn’t find another hotel around the same price.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved location and balcony
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Glenn, Kingwood

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
We got what we wanted. The hotel had historic feel but could have improved amenities & cleaning. We were pleased & would do again. Loved the location & walked most everywhere we wanted to go.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Surujdaye

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were very expensive, No breakfast. Plus there's No soap or shampoo and conditioner in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Vineeta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Bruce, Spring

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were a little leary about staying here due to some reviews. However, we were pleasantly surprised. Small lobby, found the front desk to be knowledgeable. Breakfast for sale every morning, I think $10. Stayed in a King, Balcony, pretty quiet. There's a big sitting area outside the rooms. The bathroom could use an update, but worked well. Only complaint, our bed was very springy when you sat down on it. The covered parking lot has very sharp turns. Was difficult with my husbands large truck. Overall, we will stay here again. The price is right and the location is great. Be sure to walk to the King Williams district and look at the pretty houses.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024