Holiday Inn Express San Antonio Rivercenter Area by IHG

2-star hotel Excellent 1309 E Commerce Street, San Antonio, TX, 78205
Holiday Inn Express San Antonio Rivercenter Area by IHG

About Holiday Inn Express San Antonio Rivercenter Area by IHG

Comfortable Accommodations Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Antonio - Rivercenter Area by IHG in San Antonio offers family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and modern amenities. Each room includes a refrigerator, microwave, and free WiFi. Relaxing Facilities Guests can unwind at the spa and wellness center, year-round outdoor swimming pool, and hot tub. Additional facilities include a elevator, 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping service, and a business area. Convenient Location Located 11 mi from San Antonio International Airport, the hotel is near attractions such as Alamodome (7-minute walk), The Alamo (0.9 mi), and Ripleys Believe It Or Not Museum (1 mi). Free on-site private parking is available. Guest Services The property provides a buffet breakfast, paid on-site private parking, car hire, and a business area. Staff speak English, Spanish, and Hindi, ensuring excellent service support.

Amenities

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • Fitness center
  • On-site dining
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Business center
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Full kitchen / kitchenette
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Pool
  • Spa / sauna
  • Family friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transit access
  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning
  • Elevator
  • In-room safe

Reviews

4.4 / 5
Excellent 1013 reviews

The hotel receives mixed reviews with guests appreciating the friendly staff, clean rooms, and convenient location, particularly for events at the Alamodome and the Riverwalk. However, several guests express concerns about the surrounding neighborhood, noise levels, and the comfort of the beds.

What guests liked
  • Friendly and helpful staff
  • Clean rooms and facilities
What could be better
  • Unsafe or run-down surrounding neighborhood
  • Noise levels from outside and inside the hotel
  • Shaquana Aug 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Even though we arrived late, the staff was very friendly and helpful and had everything in order for my family and I.

  • Susanti Aug 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Breakfast is plentiful and great. Room size is great, staff is nice. Loved my stay, will return.

  • JOHNNIE Aug 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    The cleanliness of the entire facility was unusually superb surpassing or equaling some of the most luxurious hotels I've booked before. The specially equipped room and bath area were very comfortable and safe. There were adequate grab bars by the commode and shower, but there were no grab bars installed by the tub. This is the only concern I noticed, and over all I was very satisfied; and when I visit San Antonio again, I'll be booking with Holiday Inn Express!

  • Prakash Aug 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Rooms were clean. Shower had pressure unlike most hotels. Breakfast was very good. Would highly recommend.

  • Min Aug 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Very good two nights staying. Clean, comfortable, good breakfast. We enjoyed the stay.

  • Kelly Jul 2026 · via expedia
    1/5

    Suxxors

  • Arrica Jul 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Everything from staff to location was perfect. I enjoyed myself here and I definitely would stay again.

  • Jennifer Jul 2026 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Our stay was nice overall and very convenient for walking to the Riverwalk and Alamodome, but our room was right by the road on the first floor so we had some nightly road and train noise. I would stay here again though.

  • Mary Jul 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Front desk and staff was so friendly. Great breakfast and clean rooms.

  • Yery Jul 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

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  • John Jul 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Carlos is an outstanding employee we have known for years as we visit annually at this hotel.

  • Gail Jul 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Our stay was quite enjoyable. Front desk staff were all friendly and informative. Air conditioning was easy to adjust and comfortable. Beds and pillows were comfortable. Room was clean. Breakfast was delicious. Despite hotel being in middle of renovations, there was no interruption to access of hotel and amenities provided by hotel. Also there was ample parking despite back of lot being occupied by storage containers. Only drawback was discrepancy between checkout hours posted online (12:00 pm) with travel agency and posted and verbally confirmed hours (11:00 am) at the hotel.

  • Arthur Jul 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    The food was good and the room was spacious and clean. It needed an extra chair in it, however.

  • Michael Jul 2026 · via priceline
    1.5/5

    The carpet need cleaning. I took off my shoes and walked on carpet immediately my feet started itching. Very uncomfortable. Good thing I had my alcohoI.

  • SAMUEL Jul 2026 · via priceline
    5/5

    Good facility with cleanliness. Spatious rooms with excellent morning breakfast. May be couple of water bottles would have been helpful

  • Taylor Jul 2026 · via priceline
    4.5/5

    Stayed here while attending a show at Alamodome. Location was great, place was clean, would return.

  • Rhonda Jul 2026 · via priceline
    3.5/5

    The parking was horrific, I wouldn't return only due to parking.

  • Amir Jul 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    But would definitely use the place again.

  • Miguel Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Muy limpio y el personal muy atento

  • Anonymous Jun 2026 · via priceline
    5/5

    Location to Downtown, made travel easy to see the sights

  • Valerie Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Room was clean, AC worked great, and so was the location. Only a short walk to the Riverwalk and all that it includes. Would have preferred waffles to pancakes but otherwise there were plenty of options for breakfast and the staff maintained/refilled breakfast items promptly. All of the staff were super friendly and helpful!! They were still finishing the remodel and construction noise was a concern, but we didn’t hear anything! We would stay here again!!

  • Chiquita Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Everything was good just need more parking spots.

  • Vanessa Jun 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Nice hotel, great breakfast. Parking lot is a little too small.

  • Tomas Jun 2026 · via expedia
    2/5

    The room was not in the best shape. We got a double bed with the sofa bed. We could not use the sofa bed b/c when I unfolded it, there was a big stain on the bed, looked like dried blood, so the person that was going to sleep there has to share a bed with someone else. The door to the bedroom (no the door to the room) would not stay open, had to put a suitcase in front to keep it open. The curtain kept getting caught and was almost impossible to open/close. They were in the process of remodeling the hotel, per all the construction equipment in the parking lot taking up parking. Carpets looked dirty, the elevator had duct tape holding the tile down. They had breakfast which was ok except that when we got the milk from the fridge, two of the ones we grabbed smelled like it had expired. Did not drink it. Overall, I was very disappointed n this hotel.

  • Jessica Jun 2026 · via expedia
    2/5

    El hotel tenia un olor a umedad, en mi cuarto me toco ver una araña en la cama. Tenían varios abanicos para secar el piso

  • Elvia Jun 2026 · via priceline
    4.5/5

    It looked old needing repairs. But it did look like remodeling was being done

  • Leticia Jun 2026 · via priceline
    5/5

    Breakfast was good, the variety of food was outstanding. The ladies were nice and polite.

  • Kellie Jun 2026 · via expedia
    3/5

    Staff and service were great! Room was clean , breakfast was excellent and close to all main attractions. Only complaint my family and I have is the pool needed to be cleaned. Trash , bugs , leaves , toilet paper and a tampon were in the water. San Antonio is a great tourist spot and family friendly!

  • Alfonso Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Clean room, Friendly staff, Super good breakfast and free parking.

  • Josh Jun 2026 · via priceline
    5/5

    Some train noise but not their fault

  • Narcisa Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Exelente atencion y queda cerca del centro.

  • Kamie Jun 2026 · via expedia
    2/5

    The location was on the edge of sketchy. So close to the River Walk and yet so far from cool. The room was very humid. I kept the air conditioner on, but it felt moist all of the time. Although it was recently updated, but very poorly designed. So much space, but a lot was unusable. The Kitchenette was handy, but there was no dining room table or sofa. The bathroom had a large counter that kept the door from being opened easily. A small modification in the shape of the counter would have kept my hip from being bruised. The staff were polite and efficient.

  • Monti Jun 2026 · via expedia
    3/5

    The room was clean but the air barely worked.

  • Lauraly Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    It was good

  • TZYYWEI Jun 2026 · via priceline
    4/5

    Breakfast was good Bathroom is clean Bed is too soft Elevator is slow

  • Edward Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Very homey and welcoming.

  • Katie Jun 2026 · via priceline
    4.5/5

    Great staff Location and cleanliness

  • Debbie May 2026 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    If they are going to have handicap rooms they need high rise toilets

  • Vanessa May 2026 · via priceline
    5/5

    Mary and the staff were so nice and personable! My flight was early so they allowed me to check-in to my room early and they gave me an upgrade! The hotel is going through a minor remodel and it is very nice. You must get a suite when you come visit them!

  • laura May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Very clean and quiet. Very spacious

  • Susan May 2026 · via priceline
    4/5

    The night staff was excellent, very friendly and helpful. Some remodeling is going on so everything did not have an inviting appearance like the elevators.

  • Jesus May 2026 · via priceline
    5/5

    Close to where I was headed N/A

  • Jordin May 2026 · via priceline
    2/5

    The room was very spacious and the bed was comfortable. Pretty sure this place has bed bugs. Only stayed one night and woke up with bug bites in several places on my skin. I'd skip this place if I were you. Better to be safe than sorry.

  • Westbrook May 2026 · via priceline
    5/5

    Very friendly staff. Clean room, nice space.

  • Melissa May 2026 · via priceline
    5/5

    The elevator takes a forever.

  • Qing May 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Breakfast is great

  • Kara May 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Clean room. Good breakfast. Close to downtown. The hot tub was very dirty but the pool was nice until several people started jumping in off the side, creating big waves in a small space. Overall nice experience.

  • Rafael May 2026 · via priceline
    4.5/5

    Near train station.

  • Richard May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Location and staff were very helpful, recommend to others.

  • Ruby May 2026 · via priceline
    5/5

    Everything

  • Carroll May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    that was a very cool spot. will stay again

  • Edison May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    The best

  • Esmeralda May 2026 · via priceline
    4.5/5

    Clean, staff friendly, good breakfast,

  • Miguel Apr 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Very clean, great staff and good breakfast!

  • Lyberger Apr 2026 · via priceline
    4/5

    The construction that took up half of the parking lot. Many guests were street parking including ourselves

  • Feliciana Mar 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Room 302 is amazing

  • Marbel Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Clean and renovated rooms and nice staff.

  • Richard Mar 2026 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    Building was under construction, mess everywhere. Elevator only worked half of the time and staff wouldn’t let us use the stairs because they were also under construction

  • Chloe Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    The hotel is currently undergoing renovations, so there is construction within the hotel and less parking spaces due to the materials that are stored there. That makes for a tricky parking situation if you are driving and coming back later at night when the spaces are full (like I did). However, the front desk staff was super helpful. I arrived a couple of hours earlier than check in, but unfortunately the hotel was completely packed. Ms. Mary at the front desk was able to figure something out and I was able to get checked in and be ready for where I needed to be at 3 pm. I really appreciated that.

  • Isabel Mar 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    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!

  • Thomas Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    I had a great time staying at Holiday Inn Express. The room was clean and modern. Carlos was extra special while taking care of everyone at the desk. Even though he was very busy he made you feel special. He would take care of your every need. The breakfast had a variety of food and it tasted good. I would definitely recommend this hotel

  • Trisha Mar 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Breakfast was very good, hot tub was ok but could have been warmer

  • Kristina Feb 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    The room was great. We were traveling with another couple so we got a 2 bed suite. The living area was comfortable enough for 4 adults to visit, watch tv and sip cocktails. It’s our favorite hotel when we are in town for the rodeo.

  • Eva Feb 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    The room was very clean, attractive and functional. The only problem with the hotel at this time is that it is being remodeled so there is a bit of construction mess and the parking is limited.

  • Eric Jan 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great staff, good breakfast and excellent location.

  • Simon Jan 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Good clean hotel. Close to River walk

  • Roseli Jan 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Friendly staff, good breakfast

  • Steve Jan 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Clean room, newly updated, friendly people. Stayed here several times and will stay here again. Walked to convention Center

  • Victoria Jan 2026 · via expedia
    2/5

    Location is convenient to Alamo Dome and convention center but the facility is “under construction” which is not expressed in any hotel information. I stayed at this same location last year, and the hotel was “under construction” at that time. The hot tub did not work last year, still doesn’t. Parking lot is small and hard to get out of.

  • Danny Jan 2026 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    The staff was very courteous and the included breakfast was very good!

  • Rachel Jan 2026 · via expedia
    3/5

    Staff was friendly, but the room was hot we had to go buy a fan. We put the AC to 66 which was lowest it would go but room was hot and when AC was running it was very loud and made a rattling noise.

  • Stephanie Jan 2026 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    Three different rooms in 3 nights. We were promised a discount for all the trouble but when we checked out they said that since we booked through hotels.com that they couldn’t refund us anything.

  • Lovtichlong Jan 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Yes

  • Brent Dec 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Super friendly staff and very clean facility

  • Mario Dec 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    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.

  • Jessica Dec 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Love it!!!

  • David Dec 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Room was clean. I like that there is a separate sitting / tv area so my wife can sleep in.

  • wilberto Nov 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Everything was good! Thanks

  • Kyle Nov 2025 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Hotel was very clean, staff was great. It’s just old. They are doing their best to maintain and update.

  • Roy Nov 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    The room was clean,the beds 🛏️ were comfortable,and the staff was great.

  • Griselda Nov 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Breakfast was fresh. Nice location, walking distance to river walk

  • Cynthia Nov 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Our destination was walkable

  • Toni Nov 2025 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    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

  • Min Oct 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    The room was clean and the staff were very friendly, close to the Alamodome with very convenient access.

  • Leticia Oct 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Room was good, just wasn't happy with the parking and the night security was rude

  • Andrew Oct 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Cannot wait to go back!!!!

  • John Oct 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great location for Paul McCartney concert at Alamodome. Easy walk there and to Riverwalk.

  • Kevin Oct 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Easy access to downtown. Friendly staff. Rooms were clean. Breakfast was excellent each day.

  • Raven Oct 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    The front desk was very sweet. The walls looked like it needed new paint or a good cleaning (black smear marks on walls) and then the bathroom had a lot of rust. Also I don’t know if it’s because of the renovations they had recently or are ongoing but the rooms were very hot even with the AC on we had to request a fan.

  • Troy Oct 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    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

  • Mark Oct 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great time here and it was right next to everything myself and family needed

  • Gary Oct 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Location was convienant in location. Staff super friendly, breakfast good and room clean and comfortable.

  • Isabel Oct 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Clean room. Convenient stay/walking distance to the Alamodome.

  • Stacie Oct 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    The property was clean, employees were very nice and friendly. The property was affordable and the placement of the property was in a good location close to Downtown, San Antonio. The breakfast was inviting and there was plenty of good selections. All in Alll I will be back!!

  • rolita Oct 2025 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    Check-in took over 15 mins because there was only one person there. The street noice was terrible at night with many car racing.

  • Chandra Sep 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Very clean room. It was way bigger than expected and great location to the alamodome for the concert i attended. Friendly staff. I only ate breakfast firat day and it was ok.

  • Joseph Sep 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    The staff was amazing!! 5 stars all through out

  • mayra Sep 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Everything was really good. Room was spacious, clean. The only thing was the tv wasnt working due to new install and we couldnt use it for the 3 day stay.

  • Naryman Aug 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Good options were very limited, but it’s a motel.

  • JESSICA Jul 2025 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Room was clean and the beds were comfortable. Looks like the hotel is going through a renovation, so some areas were a bit dirty/dusty and the common areas were warm. The hot tub was also out of order, which was fine, but having caution tape was a little disconcerting. Location was great for what we needed, but there was some traffic noise. Parking lot is cramped due to construction materials. Staff was nice, and breakfast was hot.

  • Jeremy Jul 2025 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    First room the restroom floor was coming up and bath tub felt like you going to fall through.the parking lot was small stuff everywhere were

  • Eric Jul 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Under construction

  • Patricia Jul 2025 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    The front desk was very nice and our request were completed each day. But the only thing we hated was our request to be away from the elevator wasn't done. We were the first room when you get off the evevator. We heard every person that got off morning to midnight.

  • David Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Overall Great experience

  • Eric Jul 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    I had a wonderful time staying here! I will be back again whenever I’m in town. I highly recommend.

  • Krystal Jun 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    We were not impressed with the breakfast. We had a very warm room when we arrived and had to get management involved. They did “reset” the ac and it worked fine the remainder of the stay.

  • Tiffany Jun 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    The room was amazing, better than I was accepting. It was only me and my 2 young kids. The room could easily hold 8 people.

  • Thomas Jun 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    The hotel itself was nice, the area it is located is not. Even though it’s a short walk to the River Walk, didn’t feel safe doing it. No restaurants around.

  • Bernadette Jun 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Super spacious, separate seating area with little kitchenette, sink is outside the bathroom, amenities provided in bottles on the bathroom wall so you don’t have to bring any ( though we always bring Bec not all hotels provide well and I don’t like having to ask for stuffs)

  • Luis Jun 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    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.

  • Natasha Jun 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    The room was clean and cozy, would love to stay with them again!

  • Tien Jun 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Room space is great.quiet

  • Shakiya Jun 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Our stay was better than expected, loved our King Suite, bed and space was great. Carlos the manager, was very nice and helpful. We would recommend staying here for a short weekend.

  • Deanne Jun 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    No complaints! Friendly staff throughout the hotel! Great hot breakfast every day! Easy access to everything we wanted to do!

  • Frances Jun 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    The staff was friendly and the morning breakfast was fresh and hot.

  • Maria May 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    excellent

  • derrick May 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Amenities

  • Elmer May 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    While some areas were being updated and renovated, our room was clean and comfortable. Staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast was hot and good.

  • Judy May 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Clean and the staff were very welcoming. Breakfast was GREAT!!! Will definately be returning

  • J May 2025 · via expedia
    2/5

    Property is in a convenient location. Otherwise, I’d say pretty much avoid. Rooms were fairly clean, but the hotel drastically needs updating. There are homeless people walking through the parking lot and around the outside of the parking lot. My kids were nervous. Parking is very limited and at night it’s almost impossible to find a parking spot.

Frequently asked questions about Holiday Inn Express San Antonio Rivercenter Area by IHG

Does Holiday Inn Express San Antonio Rivercenter Area by IHG have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Holiday Inn Express San Antonio Rivercenter Area by IHG offers free Wi-Fi for all guests. Free wired internet is also available in select rooms.
Does Holiday Inn Express San Antonio Rivercenter Area by IHG offer parking?
Yes, Holiday Inn Express San Antonio Rivercenter Area by IHG offers free parking on-site.
Does Holiday Inn Express San Antonio Rivercenter Area by IHG have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. Holiday Inn Express San Antonio Rivercenter Area by IHG features meeting spaces and dedicated conference rooms, suitable for corporate meetings and group gatherings. Banquet and reception facilities are also available.
Does Holiday Inn Express San Antonio Rivercenter Area by IHG have a fitness center?
Yes, Holiday Inn Express San Antonio Rivercenter Area by IHG features an on-site fitness center for guests. Additional wellness amenities include spa, pool.
Where is Holiday Inn Express San Antonio Rivercenter Area by IHG located, and how walkable is the area?
Holiday Inn Express San Antonio Rivercenter Area by IHG is located at 1309 E Commerce Street, San Antonio, TX 78205. With a Walk Score of 83, the area is rated Very Walkable. Most errands can be completed on foot, with public transit and rideshare easily accessible.

House rules

Check in 4:00 PM
Check out 12:00 PM
Cancellation Not available
Children Not available