The Gunter Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk, San Antonio ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

Book on our site

Up to 10% less

than Booking.com

Key details

About the Hotel

205 East Houston Street, San Antonio, Texas, United States, 78205

The Gunter Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk, established in 1909, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It features a blend of historical significance and modern amenities, making it a notable landmark in downtown San Antonio. The hotel is located directly across from the San Antonio River Walk, providing easy access to local attractions. Visitors can enjoy the rich traditions of San Antonio while indulging in contemporary dining options within the property.

Location

The hotel is centrally located in downtown San Antonio, surrounded by popular attractions such as the Alamo, La Villita, and Tower of the Americas. It is 20 km from San Antonio International Airport, with offsite parking available at the Travis Plaza garage for $35 per day. Visitors can easily explore the vibrant local culture and cool down along the River Walk, which is just steps away.

Rooms

Guest rooms are bright and classically decorated with high ceilings, creating a spacious atmosphere. Each room is equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, and a tea and coffee maker. Most bathrooms include windows for natural light, enhancing the overall comfort. Some rooms provide additional features like a refrigerator and a safe deposit box.

Eat & Drink

Market on Houston serves farm-to-table contemporary American cuisine, using local and seasonal ingredients. The restaurant operates as an urban marketplace, café, and wine bar, offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Barron's Restaurant provides a meeting spot for dinner before local theatre events. Bar 414, a cocktail bar, pays homage to the blues legend Robert Johnson.

Leisure & Business

The hotel includes an outdoor swimming pool, ideal for refreshing swims. Guests can start their day with a workout in the fitness center, which has various cardio and weight machines. Business travelers have access to a full-service Business Center with high-speed internet and workspaces equipped with ergonomic furniture. Other amenities include 24-hour reception and concierge services.

View all

Select your room type

The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe King Room Sofa Bed

Max:

2 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

room details

Check Prices

Double Room Two Double Beds

Max:

2 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

2 Double beds

Shower

Coffee machine

room details

Check Prices

Queen Room Two Queen Beds

Max:

2 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

Shower

Coffee machine

room details

Check Prices

Show all roomsLess

Price and Room Availability Calendar

Check availability and prices for your dates now!

Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

San Antonio400 m

Airports

San Antonio International (SAT) 19.5 km

Train

Southern Pacific Railroad Passenger Station 1.4 km

Bus

Bus stop100 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Accessibility Benefits

The hotel offered excellent accessibility features that made my stay stress-free and comfortable.view full review

Inviting Pool Area

The pool area, although small, was perfect for a quick refreshing dip after a long day of exploring.view full review

Beautiful Decor

The intricate details in the room's decor enhanced my overall experience, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.view full review

Family-Friendly Fun

The hotel was great for families, offering amenities that kept our kids entertained and happy throughout our stay.view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
Barber shop
Coffee shop
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Golf course

Services

Valet parking
Pet amenities available
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Heated swimming pool
Outdoor swimming pool
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Leisure/ TV room
Shallow end

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

205 East Houston Street, San Antonio, Texas, United States, 78205

Map view

205 East Houston Street, San Antonio, Texas, United States, 78205

City landmarks

Tower

Tower of the Americas

1.4 km

Museum

Spanish Governor's Palace

600 m

Gallery

La Villita Historic Arts Village

840 m

Square

Historic Market Square

820 m

Museum

Briscoe Western Art Museum

660 m

Museum

The Alameda National Center of Latino Arts and Culture

860 m

Event hall

Henry B Gonzalez Convention Center

800 m

Museum

San Antonio Museum of Art

1.8 km

803 North Cherry st

Hays Street Bridge

1.5 km

Museum

Institute of Texan Cultures

2.1 km

205 East Guenther Street

The Guenther House Museum

1.9 km

228 S Laredo St

Casa Navarro State Historic Site

1.5 km

Park

Hemisfair

1.3 km

Nearby

300 Alamo Plaza

The Alamo

550 m

Park

San Antonio River Walk

390 m

Museum

The Buckhorn Saloon and Texas Ranger Museum

310 m

Tower

Tower Life Building

580 m

Church

San Fernando De Bexar Cathedral

480 m

Museum

Ripley's Believe It or Not

510 m

Monument

Vietnam Veterans Memorial of San Antonio

420 m

Square

Main Plaza

470 m

849 E Commerce St Shops at River Center

Battle For Texas

490 m

Park

Travis Park

410 m

351 Losoya Street In roundabout at Losoya

The Torch of Friendship

490 m

Theatre

Aztec on the River

210 m

Public Building

Bexar County Courthouse

420 m

Church

St Joseph Catholic Church

580 m

Church

Saint Mary's Catholic Church

110 m

San Antonio

Spirit of Healing Mural

250 m

Museum

Guinness World Records Museum

390 m

Restaurants

Acenar

130 m

146 E Houston St

Bar 414

30 m

205 E Houston St Located inside the Sheraton Gunter Hotel

Dorrego's

120 m

150 E Houston St Valencia Hotel

Windows on the River

180 m

217 N Saint Marys St

La Panaderia

180 m

301 E Houston St

Rita's On the River

490 m

245 E Commerce St Suite 100 River Level

The Esquire Tavern

270 m

155 East Commerce Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

74%

liked the hotel and would stay again

comfortable rooms

friendly staff

room cleanliness

limited dining options

7.4/10

Very good

Rooms

6.7

Location

8.3

Service

8.7

Dining

5.7

4/5 based on 1163 reviews

#86 of 394 hotels in San Antonio based on Tripadvisor

Jim

United States, December 2023

7.2/10

My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The room, despite being comfortable, was disappointing with several maintenance issues, including dirty toilet and damaged light shades. On the bright side, the service was exceptional, especially at the garage across the street, where the staff was incredibly helpful and accommodating. The location was great, close to the city's action and just a short distance from the airport. Unfortunately, the dining options were lackluster, not living up to expectations.

Rooms

5.0

Although the room was comfortable, it was not well-maintained, with various issues like a dirty toilet and damaged light shades.

Service

9.0

The staff, especially at the garage across the street, were incredibly helpful and accommodating.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location was superb, near the city's action and just a short distance from the airport.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was disappointing, not meeting expectations in terms of variety and quality.

Facilities

10.0

John

United States, September 2023

7.4/10

The hotel had a delay in room readiness until 5:30 PM, and the cleanliness was lacking, yet the rooms were surprisingly old and ancient but offered a very comfortable stay. The service caused an issue with my Escalade but ultimately friendly and helpful. The location was conveniently close to the Riverwalk and various downtown activities. The dining was overpriced with limited options but got me going the next morning. Overall, a mix of drawbacks and highlights.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms, although old and ancient, provided a very comfortable stay.

Service

8.0

Despite an issue with my Escalade, the staff were ultimately very friendly and helpful.

Location

9.0

The location was convenient with easy access to the Riverwalk and downtown activities.

Dining

6.0

The dining was overpriced with limited options but served its purpose for the morning.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were basic but functional.

comfortable rooms

room cleanliness

Melvin

United States, August 2023

7.8/10

I found the hotel to be very comfortable and convenient, with a great location close to the Riverwalk. The staff was incredibly helpful and provided excellent service, making my stay enjoyable. However, the dining experience was a bit underwhelming compared to my expectations.

Rooms

8.0

I found the rooms to be comfortable until 9 pm, which was a nice surprise. The layout of the rooms, cut to make one, was convenient for my stay.

Service

9.0

The staff at the hotel was awesome and always ready to assist. I even got help with printing some documents, which was very convenient.

Location

8.0

The location of the hotel was excellent, just a short walk from the Riverwalk. However, I wasn't aware of the nearby homeless people, which was a little off-putting.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were satisfying but not exceptional. The gluten-free dishes were a nice touch, but I expected a bit more variety.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were adequate, and the hotel had everything I needed for my stay. However, the pool was something I didn't know about, and it would have been a nice surprise to enjoy it.

Great staff

Limited dining options