River Inn Motel

2-star hotel Great 909 South Frio St, San Antonio, TX, TX 78
River Inn Motel

About River Inn Motel

Comfortable Accommodations River Inn Motel in San Antonio offers air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, free WiFi, and carpeted floors. Each room includes a TV, hairdryer, and free toiletries. Convenient Facilities Guests benefit from a 24-hour front desk, tea and coffee makers, and work desks. Additional amenities include walk-in showers and a TV. Prime Location Located in the city center, the hotel is 1.7 mi from Henry B Gonzalez Convention Center and 1.9 mi from The Alamo and Tower of the Americas. San Antonio International Airport is 12 mi away. Guest Favorites Guests appreciate the property's location, staff, and service support.

Amenities

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • On-site dining
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property
  • Elevator

Reviews

4 / 5
Great 517 reviews

The hotel reviews indicate a mix of positive and negative experiences. While some guests appreciated the cleanliness, comfort, and friendly staff, others faced issues with cleanliness, maintenance, and customer service.

What guests liked
  • Friendly staff
  • Clean and comfortable rooms
What could be better
  • Poor maintenance and cleanliness issues
  • Inadequate customer service
  • Hector Aug 2026 · via booking
    4/5

    Very good

  • Ronald Aug 2026 · via booking
    3/5

    Pleasant

  • Trinidad Aug 2026 · via booking
    2/5

    I'm still waiting for my refund deposit I have not received it . I need for groceries

  • Alberto Aug 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    So close to downtown, staff was great.

  • Oshea Aug 2026 · via booking
    4/5

    There was no coffee, no decent stores nearby either Serve coffee

  • Luis Jul 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    Exceptional

  • Jonathan Jul 2026 · via expedia
    3/5

    Stayed there for 1 night. I was told at check in tere was a $30 "parking fee" which wasn't shared prior to booking. It wasn't fancy by any means, but for $75 a night, It was the best deal in the area. Old rooms, no new updates. TV had half channels that worked, half didn't. There were a couple od broken items in my room (toilet seat and bathroom door seal). If you're looking for someplace relatively close to downtown without the riverwalk prices, this is an option.

  • Andres Jul 2026 · via expedia
    2/5

    There were cigarette buds on floor. The bed sheets look like there where stains and the bed mattress where really worn down sunk towards the middle of bed showers need to be upgraded out date.

  • Windy Jul 2026 · via expedia
    2/5

    Staff was friendly. Did not stay here. Charged for parking because of weekend, reservation said no charge. Staff advised due to set category description on Expedia. We specifically changed to this hotel for $10 pet charge. Multiple signs say NO pets. Air conditioning was not working. Room was not ready at check-in but the sweet housekeeper allowed me an area for a quick change of clothes. The location has the surroundings for what one would expect in a downtown area around the police station. Best I can say is that the 2 people I dealt with at check-in were polite and did what they could.

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

    OK for the price

  • Nevada Jul 2026 · via booking
    1/5

    Nothing The box springs for a bed, the constant toilet running, the smell. The thin blankets, the scratchy sheets.

  • Gabriel Jul 2026 · via booking
    3/5

    Pleasant

  • Douglas Jul 2026 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    You gotta consider the price, but I do not understand how they have an 8.0 rating with the property in his bag of condition as it was no smoke detector light over the sink did not work. Phone did not work. Had to pay a deposit on the key and the TV remote. Very dated air condition would not work properly. Could not adjust the temperature absolutely not worth staying at.

  • Mindy Jul 2026 · via booking
    3.5/5

    Good

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

    Motel had what I needed. A roof a bed and a shower. I've stayed here a few times, mainly due to affordability and convenience of location. The beds are comfy and the ac blows cold and the TV has decent channels.

  • Arash Jul 2026 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    When I arrived for check-in at 5:30 PM, my room was still not ready because of an emergency involving the cleaning staff. The room itself was acceptable, but only for a one-night stay. Overall, the unexpected fee and the delayed check-in made my experience disappointing.

  • Neal Jul 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Older property but in excellent condition. Updated rooms. Great price.

  • Ruby Jul 2026 · via booking
    2/5

    Good working ac and location My room was already prepaid, when I got there to check inn, the front desk guy charged me an extra $40 for a “convenience fee”

  • Ruby Jul 2026 · via priceline
    2/5

    My room was already prepaid, when I got there to check inn, the front desk guy charged me an extra $40 for a “convenience fee” ?

  • Art Jun 2026 · via expedia
    2/5

    The potential was there for a nice comfortable night . both beds were not clean . Staff was helpful upon check in but same girl was not nice during checkout at 8am .

  • Jean Jun 2026 · via expedia
    3/5

    It wasn’t cleaned when we arrived, but good thing the staff were fast and accommodating.

  • Sanchez Jun 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    I loved the $1.00 sodas super good and cold . The ice machine needs to be fixed but there on it

  • Sanchez Jun 2026 · via priceline
    5/5

    The ice machine needs to be fixed but there on it

  • Sanchez Jun 2026 · via priceline
    3/5

    No breakfast Breakfast plz

  • Sanchez Jun 2026 · via booking
    3/5

    No breakfast Breakfast plz

  • Valerie Jun 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    The rooms were clean and the bed was comfortable. No stores within walking distance. Ice machine doesn't work.

  • Valerie Jun 2026 · via priceline
    5/5

    No stores within walking distance. Ice machine doesn't work.

  • David Jun 2026 · via booking
    1.5/5

    No breakfast offered, front desk provided a small coffee pot but, we had to ask. Front desk was a small teller window. Did not supply a room key. The front desk let us in each time we left the room so, we felt the need to load our luggage and take any valuables with us on our outings. Appeared permanent residents were hanging out front. Heard loud conversations late at night.

  • David Jun 2026 · via priceline
    1.5/5

    No breakfast offered, front desk provided a small coffee pot but, we had to ask. Front desk was a small teller window. Did not supply a room key. The front desk let us in each time we left the room so, we felt the need to load our luggage and take any valuables with us on our outings. Appeared permanent residents were hanging out front. Heard loud conversations late at night.

  • Alejandro Jun 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    The staff is always welcoming. The place is always spotless and clean. The air conditioning is super cold, how I like it. The parking is free which is always a bonus. This is about my 4th time staying and if its for over night this is perfect. Thank you

  • Loara Jun 2026 · via booking
    1/5

    The room was clean I was put in a smoking room since they had no double rooms left, although my reservation was for a non-smoking double room......I'm allergic to smoke and use a CPAP at night and it was horrible , I didn't sleep well at all.....it took a day to get the smoke smell out of my machine ...

  • Loara Jun 2026 · via priceline
    1/5

    I was put in a smoking room since they had no double rooms left, although my reservation was for a non-smoking double room......I'm allergic to smoke and use a CPAP at night and it was horrible ?, I didn't sleep well at all.....it took a day to get the smoke smell out of my machine ?...

  • Sandra Jun 2026 · via hotels.com
    2/5

    Trash behind restroom door. Didn't have clean towels front desk was half asleep when I was waiting to check in

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

    Good for the night we checked in late and felt safe

  • Susan Apr 2026 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    Manager would not honor the rate and refused to give room, after I waited 35 min to check in. Started he would refund the amount I had paid to my card but did not. Would not recommend at all

  • Raymond Apr 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    clean room | staff | shops nearby | great air conditioning

  • Jorge Apr 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Good location

  • Tony Apr 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    very friendly staff rooms were clean and staff was attentive.

  • david Apr 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Clean. Good condition. Close to downtown. Best value I've had in years.

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

    We thought all the mirrors were very cool would definitely stay again

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

    Great location, less than a mile from downtown! Comfy bed, quiet area, microwave fridge and coffee maker in the room… great rates!

  • Raul Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great spot. Food nearby.

  • Servando Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Na

  • Marcos Mar 2026 · via expedia
    2/5

    Tv didn’t work, did not like location for the fee was not worth it.

  • Alejandro Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Clean room nice working AC close to everything

  • Tony Mar 2026 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Yes the room was spotless the only issue was the shower temp was barely warm

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

    Very nice very peaceful felt safe and staff was friendly and helpful

  • Jose Mar 2026 · via expedia
    1/5

    I called a representative from Expedia and they were also no help, I’ve booked plenty of times with Expedia and the team that assisted me was horrible. Rude and didn’t resolve anything.

  • Donyale Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Clean rooms, friendly staff, quiet

  • Juan Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Room was spotless. Very courteous front desk clerk. I'd recommend

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

    great location that is conveniently near downtown. friendly staff w/clean rooms and great amenities

  • Jesus Feb 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Clean room

  • Kathy Feb 2026 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Needed a blanket

  • bobby Feb 2026 · via expedia
    2/5

    No warm water. No soap. No toilet paper. Ice machine didnt work. Staff replied corner store is only a mile away.

  • Mary Feb 2026 · via hotels.com
    2/5

    The bed was pretty comfortable and the woman who checked us in was kind. However, 2

  • Randall Feb 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    All good.

  • Genevie Feb 2026 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Room was clean. Staff was nice. Low rate. Staff even let us check in an hour early. Only complaint was that the water pressure in the toilet was low but otherwise 5 stars.

  • Timothy Feb 2026 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    Staff great sink har low water pressure and a guy kept smoking in front of our door as we were on corner

  • Cathy Feb 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Room was clean and was well taken care off. Definitely would stay there again

  • Yvette Feb 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Location

  • Thomas Feb 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Clean, comfortable, and quiet room. My only minor issue is that there are no restaurants or stores within the immediate area. Walking to restaurants sometimes required passing entrance and exit ramps to highways.

  • Jocelyn Feb 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Sheet towels and tp were clean Didn’t have some of the stuffs but it’s expected for price and the distance to the riverwalk and Alamo was steal for price had good time there

  • Jason Feb 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Exactly what I was looking for! I clean quiet place to sleep. Front desk was kind and accommodating. Room was clean and orderly. No frills, and just what I needed.

  • Branden Feb 2026 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Ron was pretty clean, but some features a bit dated. Staff was very friendly.

  • jo Jan 2026 · via expedia
    1/5

    Roaches

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

    $15 deposit was great , found 2 roaches on the bed, & tries to keep deposit if your 1 min late to check out

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

    The staff was very friendly and attentive. Will look forward to another stay when considering.

  • Josue Jan 2026 · via expedia
    1/5

    I didn't order it I try to request to it to be canceled since it was unauthorized and it wasn't used

  • Oliber Jan 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Spacious room comfy beds. Deposit of $15 for remote and room key but given back when checked out. Only thing is it’s located on a busy street so you hear cars zooming by frequently.

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

    The beds

  • Shalom Jan 2026 · via expedia
    1/5

    Bed sheets felt like they were not changed before us, towels had hairs all over them and the staff were not that nice either.

  • Luis Jan 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Good I recommend it

  • Luis Jan 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Real good start

  • Roland Jan 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Yes

  • Luis Jan 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Real good

  • Emily Jan 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great experienced. Thank you

  • Sonya Jan 2026 · via expedia
    3/5

    If you plan to walk anywhere do not stay here it’s far from the Riverwalk and dark and empty. Not safe to walk anywhere.

  • Patricia Dec 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    It was a good value for the cost.

  • Luis Dec 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great

  • Sara Dec 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great

  • Luis Dec 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Good

  • Luis Dec 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Super clean

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

    friendly staff, comfortable bed, convenience of a mini-fridge and microwave in the room. fast and easy check-in/out.

  • Luis Dec 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Good

  • Luis Dec 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Good staff clean rooms

  • Luis Dec 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Good excellent

  • Santos Dec 2025 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Despite what some might say it was a pretty quiet 2 days. No one is in everyone’s business which is shocking considering the amount of rooms on property. Yes they do come off as rude sometimes (owners & MNGMNT)but it’s not their intention there is a language barrier. All in all I found my downtown place

  • Luis Dec 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    L

  • Michele Dec 2025 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Beside this other was ok

  • DANIEL Dec 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Good

  • Christian Dec 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Overall clean room, you get what you pay for, overall very good location, good for just sleeping

  • Mario Nov 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    .

  • Jacqueline Nov 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    This is a cv nice area

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

    Our stay was great! The lady in the office was super nice, the room was nice and very clean. And it’s pretty close to the Riverwalk. We found our new go-to hotel when visiting San Antonio.

  • Amber Nov 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    Didnt have any soap you had to put deposit for remote for TV and deposit for the key room so what there trying to do is make money on the side when I already booked the room online

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

    Rooms were very clean and very helpful staff

  • Michelle Nov 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Simple, clean & inexpensive.

  • James Nov 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    For the rate it was good. Everything was operating in the room. The check in process was made easy and quick. The front desk was nice, informative and friendly. The staff had a nice welcome feel. I Highly recommend this accommodation.

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

    It was really nice and cozy inside

  • Nestor Nov 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Everything was excellent

  • Angel Nov 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great budget option for a stay in San Antonio. The owners are very nice and the price is right. There is a bus stop not too far away which will take you to the Riverwalk area. It is not fancy, just a budget place that is nice.

  • NICHOLE Oct 2025 · via expedia
    2/5

    The room looked clean but the bedding was old and stained. I slept on top of the blankets. Went to make coffee and a roach appeared. No coffee for me. There is a close gas station that i was able to get coffee.

  • Jean Oct 2025 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Upon arrival, I was asked to provide a deposit for "TV remote" use and keycard. Yes, these were returned upon checkout. Some advance notice would have been good for booking. Check-in was easy overall. The room I was assigned had similar pictures to the ones provided online at booking. The TV and additional amenities were a bit off. The room was generally clean, but could use some areas for improvement. I recommend using flip-flops when walking around the room, as the staff does not appear to thoroughly clean the floors. I had no issue exchanging and asking for extra towels. Plenty of parking. I was informed by several UBER drivers that the area is safe. Check-out was just as easy, and my deposit was returned when I handed in the "TV remote" and keycard.

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

    Nice family owned motel.

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

    It was great enjoyed what I was there for and loved not getting bothered

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

    easy and convenient location. friendly staff and clean rooms. great amenities and a/c works great.

  • Denise Oct 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    The room was very clean and the beds were comfortable. The staff member was very nice! It was a great deal.

  • Almontasser Oct 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Staff members were good and kind, the place was clean but the fridge sound was so loud.

  • Eleazar Oct 2025 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Overall, it was good. It's no 5 star hotel, but it gets the job done. Great place for staying a night or two, if you're just looking for a place to sleep. Clean rooms, hospitable service, would recommend.

  • Brian Sep 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Beds are VERY soft. Ok for one night

  • Patricia Sep 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Clean room

  • Roxanne Sep 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    It great love the room

  • Phillip Sep 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Rude staff

  • Reynaldo Sep 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Room was very nice and smelled clean. bed was comfortable and room was quiet. I look forward to staying here again soon

  • Martha Aug 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Very cozy and equipped wt essentials and clean will be back

  • Patricia Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Rooms are small clean and stylish easy parking. Awesome stay

  • Martha Aug 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Cozy peaceful 😊 definitely recommend it

  • Martha Aug 2025 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Id book again too bad there's no laundry room for quick washing .. but quiet despite the downtown traffic ect

  • Patricia Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Small clean vary cute room

Frequently asked questions about River Inn Motel

Does River Inn Motel have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, River Inn Motel offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does River Inn Motel offer parking?
Yes, River Inn Motel offers free parking on-site.
Does River Inn Motel have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. River Inn Motel offers meeting spaces for business and group use.
Does River Inn Motel have a fitness center?
River Inn Motel does not list an on-site fitness center. Some properties partner with nearby gyms — check directly with the hotel.
Where is River Inn Motel located, and how walkable is the area?
River Inn Motel is located at 909 South Frio St, San Antonio, TX TX 78207. With a Walk Score of 45, the area is rated Car-Dependent. A car or rideshare is recommended for most trips in this area.

House rules

Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM
Cancellation Not available
Children Not available