Clarion Hotel O'Brien Historic Hotel

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Oct 15, 2009 by Autumn from Houston,TX
Overall Rating: 8

• Location.
• Parking. The room could need a microwave and refrigerator. Also location of cable box.

“The hotel was clean and the staff was very friendly.”

Aug 18, 2009 by Tara from Flynn,TX
Overall Rating: 5

• The room was charming and clean.
• Parking. Also, the waffle maker was dirty.

“A boutique hotel located within walking distance of La Villita and the Riverwalk. Friendly staff and clean rooms.”

Jul 22, 2009 by Marian from Ft. Worth,TX
Overall Rating: 9

• Super location; nice premises.
• Parking is difficult; I don't recommend it for driving travelers.

“The O'Brien is very nice - our room was attractive, quite clean, and the staff was very helpful. While we did not eat breakfast there, it looked very tempting. The only disappointment was the parking facility. They can accommodate about 25 cars, and travelers must be in early to ensure a parking spot.”

Jun 4, 2009 by Chris from New Braunfels,TX
Overall Rating: 3

• Location close to Riverwalk.
• Poor furnishings, lack of privacy, poor staff, no parking.

“No parking, room service, pool, private balcony, or decent bathroom. Cramped rooms, tiny bathrooms, and only a door window for the room with a terrible blind (we had to stack pillows, hang clothing to block out the light). Noisy location, unfriendly staff, and in general, a location with promise but terrible management and poor maintenance/repairs.”

Mar 5, 2009 by Danielle from Kingwood,TX
Overall Rating: 8

• I loved the balcony and I watched the sun come up and service was unsurpassed.
• Smell was very dingy in whole room.

“I would visit again and again and have already recommended to friends and family.”

Oct 15, 2008 by Renee
Overall Rating: 7

• The hotel was perfect for an overnight trip.
• The parking is a problem as there is only one small lot with about 15 spaces.

“The hotel is pretty convenient to downtown attractions, but don't get caught out late without cash in hand for public parking, because the hotel lot will be full. Plan on walking to all close attractions.”

Sep 1, 2008 by Irene from Chandler, AZ
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[9]

• Staff, room, convenience.
• Liked all of it.

“Staff was friendly and accommodating. They were right there when you needed them. The hotel was very clean and easy to get to.”

Aug 24, 2008 by Joel from Houston, TX
Overall Rating: 3
Cleanliness:[6] • Staff:[8] • Location:[7]

• Free coffee from the coffee machine.
• Smell, small room, dining area, no window view, workout room, bathroom.

“This hotel is only good to sleep in. Room was very small with no area to move around. Bathroom is very small. Work out room is actually in a small shack outside in the back parking lot of the hotel, unsafe. We got our free continental breakfast on the first floor and had to go to the second floor to eat it on some uncomfortable chairs and tables. The balcony view looks out into the back hotel parking lot. The hotel had an old dirty wet towel smell. The only good comment I can give was the free coffee from the coffee machine.”

Aug 22, 2008 by John M. from Lubbock, TN
Overall Rating: 4
Cleanliness:[5] • Staff:[6] • Location:[8]

• We were close to the Riverwalk.
• No remote to the TV, difficult parking. Small room.

“We have stayed in many Riverwalk hotels. I would not choose this one again. It is a very small hotel and might be good for seniors that rise early and do not want a swimming pool. The La Quinta across from the Alamo is a much better value. I expected more for the money that we spent.”

Aug 20, 2008 by Leon from Alvin, TX
Overall Rating: 6
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[5] • Location:[10]

• Close to Riverwalk.
• Elevator Broke and Expired Inspection, Little Parking Area, Door Handle to Common Balcony was Broken, No Coffee Cups, Lobby Bathroom was Out-of-Order.

“Close to Riverwalk but, during my stay the Elevator Broke and had an Expired Inspection, Little Parking Area, Door Handle to Common Balcony was Broken, No Coffee Cups, Lobby Bathroom was Out-of-Order.”

Aug 15, 2008 by Jody from Windthorst, TX
Overall Rating: 6
Cleanliness:[7] • Staff:[6] • Location:[7]

• Located within walking distance of Riverwalk, Alamo, tower of Americas and more.
• Almost no parking - be prepared to park somewhere else and walk.

“This hotel is nice looking on the inside, but the bathrooms are incredibly small and not comfortable. Parking is a disaster and the hotel was hard to find.”

Aug 14, 2008 by Teresa from San Marcos, TX
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[7] • Staff:[9] • Location:[10]

• I liked the proximity of the hotel. We parked and walked everywhere. It was very convenient.
• We arrived early and found a parking spot fortunately, but we did hear several guests complain about the parking situation.

“We were pleasantly surprised with this hotel. It was very close to the Riverwalk and around the corner from La Villita. Our room was pretty small, but we were out all day so it didn't really matter. The continental breakfast was good too!”

Jul 31, 2008 by Rebecca from Houston, TX
Overall Rating: 6
Cleanliness:[8] • Staff:[7] • Location:[8]

• Location was good and room was very nice.
• Parking (hotel only had a tiny space. We had to pay at a public lot.).

“The hotel itself was nice. It had been remodeled and the room was quite good. There was a major problem with parking. If you were someone riding from the airport in a taxi, it would not be an issue. But we had traveled in our personal vehicle. The hotel had a tiny lot and it was full. We had to park in a public lot, and had to pay each time we left and came back.”

Jul 26, 2008 by Tom from Springtown, TX
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[6] • Location:[10]

• Convenient to Riverwalk.
• Could not check in until 3:00 PM.

“Convenient, clean and quiet.”

Jul 21, 2008 by Bill from Houston, TX

Cleanliness:[7] • Staff:[5] • Location:[8]

• Good location out of the way from the big hotels.
• Parking was a pain.

“I needed a place to stay near the Convention Center and this was a good last minute choice it was clean and neat and a short distance to the Riverwalk.”

Jul 15, 2008 by Ricardo from Houston, TX
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[9]

• The rooms are GREAT!
• The parking is across the street.

“Excellent place to stay. The rooms are excellent and the location is great. The only comment would be that the breakfast station is right by the lobby and the tables are located in second floor. Great overall experience.”

Jul 9, 2008 by Leonard L. from Cypress, TX
Overall Rating: 7
Cleanliness:[6] • Staff:[10] • Location:[7]

• The older Victorian setting that was slightly part the hotel's artistic atmosphere.
• The room was rather small. There was not a small refrigerator for your cold beverages to stay chilled.

“I really overall like the hotel but the spacing was rather small. It would be perfect for someone older, not discriminating.”

Jun 27, 2008 by Adeline from Fort Worth, TX
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[9] • Location:[9]

• Location to Riverwalk is good. Hotel is nicely appointed.
• Rooms were small.

“The location to the Riverwalk is good and the $10 parking is a bonus for Downtown San Antonio. We took advantage of the complimentary breakfast and relaxed on the lobbies on the 2nd and 3rd floors. The rooms were small for 2 queen beds, but we were at the hotel only to sleep, anyway. We will stay there again.”

May 27, 2008 by Anna from Houston, TX
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[8] • Location:[9]

• Location is awesome. Bathrooms are very nice. Looks nicer from the inside than from the outside.
• Parking is $10. When we were there the fire alarm went on by mistake and they couldn't turn it off which was annoying.

“I will definitely go back to this hotel on my next visit to San Antonio. The location is very good and it is very attractive regarding prices in comparison to other hotels in this area.”

May 6, 2008 by Sara from Abilene, TX
Overall Rating: 7
Cleanliness:[6] • Staff:[7] • Location:[6]

• It was historic. I am a history major.
• There is no pool or lounge area.

“This is a good hotel if you are looking for somewhere just off the river. It is a very short walk to the river but yet you have to walk through a lot of bus stops where people are just hanging out.”

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Amenities at Clarion Hotel O'Brien Historic Hotel, San Antonio

AM/FM Alarm Clock Air Conditioned Balcony Brailled Elevators Coffee Maker in Room Continental Breakfast Copy Service Desk with lamp Electronic Door Locks Exercise Gym FAX FEMA Approved Free Local Telephone Calls Free Newspaper Guest Laundromat Hairdryers Available Handicapped Rooms/Facilities

High Speed Internet Access Ice Machine Iron Laundry/Valet Services Modem Lines in Room Multilingual No Pets Allowed No Smoking Rooms/Facilities Parking Safe Deposit Box Smoke Detectors TV Remote Control Telephone Television with Cable Turndown Service Wake-up Service

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