The Gunter Hotel, San Antonio Riverwalk, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

4-star hotel Great 205 E Houston St, San Antonio, TX, 78205
The Gunter Hotel, San Antonio Riverwalk, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

About The Gunter Hotel, San Antonio Riverwalk, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Experience one of San Antonio's most iconic landmarks at The Gunter Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel. Following a $57 million transformation, this historic 1909 hotel has been restored for today's traveler while preserving its Beaux-Arts architecture and rich heritage. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places and a member of Historic Hotels of America, The Gunter is steps from the River Walk, Majestic Theatre, The Alamo, and the Henry B. González Convention Center. The hotel features 311 guest rooms, including 30 suites, each with a record player and access to a curated library of 1,000+ vinyl records through dedicated Vinyl Ambassadors. Enjoy Jot's Restaurant, Paris Baguette, Keystone Club Lobby Bar, Bar 414 speakeasy, and The Studio. Amenities include an outdoor pool, fitness center, valet parking, pet-friendly accommodations, and complimentary Wi-Fi.

Amenities

  • On-site parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • Fitness center
  • On-site dining
  • Valet parking
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Breakfast available
  • Business center
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Concierge
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Full kitchen / kitchenette
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Pool
  • Spa / sauna
  • Pet friendly
  • Family friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transit access

Reviews

4.1 / 5
Great 682 reviews

The Gunter Hotel is a historic building in a prime location, with friendly and helpful staff. However, the rooms and bathrooms are outdated, and there are issues with parking and air conditioning.

What guests liked
  • Prime location in downtown San Antonio, close to attractions like the River Walk and Majestic Theater
  • Friendly and helpful staff
What could be better
  • Outdated rooms and bathrooms
  • Issues with parking and air conditioning
  • Yolanda Nov 2026 · via expedia
    3/5

    My room had a connecting door and the noise from kids left me sleepless another night. I do not recommend this hotel, besides that the valet parking is $69.00 per day. Hotel didn’t even comp a drink for the fire alarm chaos.

  • Daniela Nov 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Amazing stay perfect for our annniversary weekend

  • Ismael Nov 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Awesome hotel. Everything was amazing!

  • David Nov 2026 · via booking
    3.5/5

    Air conditioning in the room was terrible felt like i was on a plane. Room orientation was strange tv on side wall, air conditioning blowing directly on face

  • Connie Oct 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    Exceptional

  • Yariliz Oct 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Todo muy bien y el personal muy atento

  • Layne Oct 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great location and great hotel. Really neat art deco style design. Nice queen size beds instead of doubles

  • Steven Oct 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Fun speakeasy!

  • Jessica Oct 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Clean and nice property!

  • Gladys Oct 2026 · via expedia
    3/5

    Unfortunately, the room shower glass doors would not stay closed during a shower. We reported this to room service and the individual that came said it needed new “rollers” and would come back to fix it. He never returned snd we had to wet towels and place behind the door so we could shower without flooding the bathroom. This should not have happened if The Gunter had better maintenance.

  • Anally Oct 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Beautifully renovated hotel. Will stay there again

  • Ruth Oct 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    Exceptional

  • Natalie Oct 2026 · via priceline
    5/5

    Definitely a do over! The live music in the 414 Lounge & record lending library to play in our rooms… Almost forgot we were on the River Walk to explore!

  • Natalie Oct 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    Definitely a do over! The live music in the 414 Lounge & record lending library to play in our rooms… Almost forgot we were on the River Walk to explore!

  • Johnny Oct 2026 · via expedia
    3/5

    There was no chair nor table in our room, and we had some trouble determining how to turn off the light on the wall behind the television. We went to the desk late at night about needing help, but all we got was there is a button somewhere on the side of the refrigerator. But no-one would come to the room and help us find the button. The button was buried under the plug for a coffee pot. Also, the telephone would not work, but the guys at the night desk told us there was nothing wrong with the phones. It turned out that none of the hotel's room phone were working. I think it was the next afternoon that the phones were in operational,

  • Anamarie Oct 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    Exceptional

  • Carol Oct 2026 · via booking
    3.5/5

    Centrally located but not on Riverwalk. Has had a refurb which on the face of it is quite flash but details like finishes could be better. Very comfy beds. Appreciated the kettle in the room. Lobby bar is lovely The vinyl thing is a bit of a gimmick, every room has a record player but it’s right by the headboard of the next room so we could always hear the music through the wall. There was a big wedding party who were very noisy with this at 2am. Bathroom very small. There is an Open wardrobe with almost no space - just a rail. Could hear all the street noise - it’s like the windows were open when they weren’t.

  • Garcia Oct 2026 · via priceline
    4.5/5

    Staff was friendly and hospitable. Loved the record player and the vinyl library. Liked the hotel history museum. Liked the convenience of the bakery in the hotel. The bakery was cute and delicious. Location was great! Within walking distance of all the places we wanted to visit downtown. The whole vibe of the hotel was what I was looking for.

  • Garcia Oct 2026 · via booking
    4.5/5

    Staff was friendly and hospitable. Loved the record player and the vinyl library. Liked the hotel history museum. Liked the convenience of the bakery in the hotel. The bakery was cute and delicious. Location was great! Within walking distance of all the places we wanted to visit downtown. The whole vibe of the hotel was what I was looking for.

  • Tim Oct 2026 · via booking
    3.5/5

    Wonderful decor, super comfortable rooms, great bathroom and staff were very hospitable The street noise on Saturday night - geez this is extreme with muscle cars and bikes burning up the traffic lights. It went on from 10pm to 2pm. Not the hotel’s fault but the city authorities should do better to stop this, surely?

  • Wallis Oct 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    Exceptional

  • Adverl Sep 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Such an amazing historical hotel. It was super clean, staff were friendly, and very beautiful.

  • Luis Sep 2026 · via booking
    4/5

    Very good

  • Lori Sep 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Fully enjoyed our stay and will be back.

  • Martha Sep 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Every encounter with their staff was pleasant, professional and friendly. The lobby was cozy and welcoming but the biggest surprise was the turntable in the room with a Robert Johnson album and the library of albums downstairs. The location also made it easy to walk to a variety of restaurants and the Majestic Theater across the street. The best part of our visit was the Paris Baguette Bakery Cafe on the first floor. Simply delightful.

  • Kristy Sep 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    NA

  • Saul Sep 2026 · via booking
    4.5/5

    Superb

  • Mary Sep 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    5

  • Alex Sep 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Very welcoming , room was clean and as the picture shows. Would stay again .

  • lori Sep 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Great service and great location!

  • Jennifer Sep 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    The hotel just finished a remodel and it showed. It was stunning. The pool is very small but nice.

  • Sarah Sep 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    It was clean and extremely well decorated. We loved the 1920’s theme I wished it was on the riverwalk but it wasn’t a far walk at all

  • Sarah Sep 2026 · via priceline
    5/5

    It was clean and extremely well decorated. We loved the 1920’s theme I wished it was on the riverwalk but it wasn’t a far walk at all

  • Jaliyah Aug 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    Exceptional

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

    It is a destination hotel. Historic and well maintained.

  • Richard Aug 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Clean pool

  • Laura Aug 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    Exceptional

  • Michael Aug 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Enjoyed our stay, all staff we came in contact with were very helpful and friendly.

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

    Great hotel! Amazing staff overall with Ashley at front desk taking care of us at check in being so welcoming and informative. Will book again.

  • Christian Aug 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    Beautiful perfect placement for everything and loved the music selection Everybody is so professional

  • Christian Aug 2026 · via priceline
    5/5

    Beautiful perfect placement for everything and loved the music selection Everybody is so professional

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

    Love love the record players in the room as well as the decor. Wish the sheets & pillowcases were higher quality. Otherwise, it was wonderful!

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

    Amazing place to stay. Loved the record players in the rooms and the vinyl library to choose from. The Robert Johnson history was cool also.

  • Salvacion Aug 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Friendly accommodating staff. Thank you Chase you’re the best.

  • Vrendia Aug 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    I will be Coming back . I enjoyed my 3 day Stay. Valet parking was Epic as well. Vrendia Combs ❤️

  • Jeanne Aug 2026 · via priceline
    5/5

    All of it - getting to borrow a record and play in your room was amazing

  • Cache Jul 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Can’t recommend enough!!! The property, staff, location; everything was perfect! The speakeasy bar is amazing. Definitely staying there any time I’m in San Antonio.

  • Mark Jul 2026 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    Valet wasn’t there. I was told that was the only option, then was told I could park across the street for less . When I pulled up a valet told me to move while I was looking for a valet. Then after getting inside, the attendant told me I couldn’t check in. I was a little early but the guy who just took my bags disappeared so fast I couldn’t get my things in line to get my confirmation. When I asked the front desk they just said “ I don’t know where they go or take things go find them somewhere “. Room was nice. Well done. Bathroom is a little cramped but it’s a historic hotel it’s to be expected. Restaurant was understaffed and manager not really helpful either. I loved the hotel history, went downstairs and got a haircut- staff there was amazing and made everything worth it. I don’t think I’ll be staying there again however.

  • DIANA Jul 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Excelent!

  • Mauro Jul 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Beautiful hotel, excellent location. Bed was very comfortable and the pillows!! Hotels need to take note because need and pillows are the bedrock of a great stay at a hotel

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

    Room was extremely well kept! Clean and inviting atmosphere. Helpful, respectful, and knowledgeable staff. The in-house bars were phenomenal and bar tenders were truly a joy! 10/10 would recommend a stay!

  • Jennifer Jul 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Property was clean, and the staff helpful.

  • Miguel Jul 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great

  • Rodrigo Jul 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Nice option near Majestic Theather

  • Salvacion Jul 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Excellent service

  • Cheryl Jul 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    We needed to book four rooms for one night at the very last night due to VRBO doing us wrong once again. Gunter House came through in fantastic glory. All our family members were thrilled by the room and service and stated they would stay there again in the future. We will too.

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

    Really great service, really clean rooms

  • Bibiana Jul 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    It was the perfect stay! Staff so helpful. Rooms were so clean.

  • Fernando Jul 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Amazing hotel a must have when in San Antonio. Will stay again

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

    We had an amazing stay! The hotel was beautiful, clean, and in the perfect location. The atmosphere was relaxing yet upscale, making it easy to unwind. The staff was welcoming, friendly, and always willing to help. Breakfast was fresh and delicious, and the overall experience exceeded our expectations. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area. ❤️

  • Derek Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Hidden jazz lounge was excellent.

  • Ashley Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Really nice hotel with creative decor in a very cool historic part of San Antonio. Would stay here again.

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

    Really cool place to stay. I love the vinyl record options and the record player in the rooms. The hotel is walking distance from The Alamo and the river walk. Plus some nice restaurants next door. We are definitely staying here next time we visit.

  • Emily Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    The place was immaculate! Gorgeous decor! Incredibly clean!

  • luis May 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Very good place

  • Hitesh May 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Great place to stay, but dont take the valet parking here, there are too expensive and they did extra charge from my card silently and i figured out and got my money back, apart from that the hotel is great !

  • Kyle May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    N

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

    Spacious room with comfortable mattresses and bedding. The staff were very warm and welcoming.

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

    Everything was exceptional

  • Cesar May 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Prendían mucho los sensores de los focos del cuarto

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

    The atmosphere was incredible and made for a pleasantly eclectic stay in downtown San Antonio.

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

    Small bathroom but large room.

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

    Excellent stay!!

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

    Very good.

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

    Yes

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

    Nice room and wonderful area

  • Kristen Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Room was really spacious, beds were really soft. Love this hotel definitely would love to come back and stay here again.

  • sophia Mar 2026 · via expedia
    1/5

    Also the valet literally broke the rim on my car, added air to the tire and didn’t inform me of any damage or even adding air, until I mentioned my car app sensed low pressure. Waiting for valet manager to get back and review cam footage. The hallways smelled like sewers. Our fourth floor room had a direct view of the roof. The ‘hydration stations’ had unfiltered tasting water. Very thin walls. Low quality doors to rooms. Small elevators when hotel was busy there was a line.

  • John Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    The vinyl record player and collection in the lobby was awesome!!

  • Maria Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Really good Hotel I was surprised by the speakeasy really nice no need to go out drinking, close to everything and the breakfast was really good the only thing is that they didn’t have enough staff and the only waitress was running back and forth but very attentive good service as well.

  • Carlos Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Loved it!!! Great location, not far from river and restaurants very close. Awesome hidden jazz room , and the record player in your room was the best! Highly recommended. Thank me later!

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

    Place is beautifully refurbished and it has gone back to much of its historic roots. Room and clean and quiet. Jots is a wonderful dining experience and the Bakery is to die for.

  • Katherine Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    This hotel is a 10! So nice, so clean and the staff is wonderful!

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

    We loved the vibe of the hotel, as well as the location. The front desk staff were very friendly. The housekeeping was not so great. I made requests for items (towels being one) and never received any of them. They also didn’t actually clean our room. They left dirty towels on the floor, hair in the sink, trash on the floor and didn’t wipe down the little dining table in the room that we ate on. If the housekeeping had been on top of it, our rating would have been much higher.

  • Jerry Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Everything was amazing, the hotel, room, I will definitely come back.

  • Sarah Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Beautiful lobby with modern decor. Loved the record player in the room. Would stay again!

  • Andrea Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Extremely cozy room, very comfy bed, the lotions and soaps smelled amazing and the record player in the room with a library Downstairs to choose from was a great touch! The only complaint I had was I wish one of the pillows was a little more firm for a side sleeper… I woke up with a crick in my neck. Otherwise stellar stay!

  • Renee Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    The room was very welcoming and clean.

  • Lisa Mar 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    This is the perfect hotel to stay at while attending a concert at the majestic theatre.

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

    We loved this hotel. Great room. Great staff. Great music in the "speak easy."

  • Kristen Feb 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Hotel was clean, everyone was friendly and we had a wonderful time!

  • Martha Feb 2026 · via expedia
    1/5

    I never booked this hotel and did not even stay here,

  • WALLACE Feb 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Check in was fast and courteous and a number of staff were in the lobby helping out. the room was spotless and well stocked.

  • Amanda Feb 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Beautiful all around

  • Jordan Jan 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Loved the record library, great bar! We satayed here 15 years ago on our wedding night and our “anniversary” was an absolute treat. We will be back soon!

Frequently asked questions about The Gunter Hotel, San Antonio Riverwalk, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Does The Gunter Hotel, San Antonio Riverwalk, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, The Gunter Hotel, San Antonio Riverwalk, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does The Gunter Hotel, San Antonio Riverwalk, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel offer parking?
Yes, The Gunter Hotel, San Antonio Riverwalk, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel offers both self-parking and valet parking. Fees may apply.
Does The Gunter Hotel, San Antonio Riverwalk, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. The Gunter Hotel, San Antonio Riverwalk, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel features meeting spaces and dedicated conference rooms, suitable for corporate meetings and group gatherings. Banquet and reception facilities are also available.
Does The Gunter Hotel, San Antonio Riverwalk, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel have a fitness center?
Yes, The Gunter Hotel, San Antonio Riverwalk, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel features an on-site fitness center for guests. Additional wellness amenities include spa, pool.
Where is The Gunter Hotel, San Antonio Riverwalk, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel located, and how walkable is the area?
The Gunter Hotel, San Antonio Riverwalk, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel is located at 205 E Houston St, San Antonio, TX 78205. With a Walk Score of 96, the area is rated Walker's Paradise. Most daily errands can be done on foot — ideal for travelers without a car.

House rules

Check in 4:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM
Cancellation Not available
Children Not available