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El Tropicano Riverwalk Hotel

4 stars
110 Lexington Avenue, San Antonio, TX 78205

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Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.2
out of 5 108 reviews
overnight riverwalk hotel

The hotel room was very nice. Meals could have been better. Saturday evening there were no meals... See full review

  • legend
  • Apr 16, 2012
Could be a little better

Nice hotel, not too inviting from the outside. Clean rooms, small bathroom. See full review

  • NL12
  • Apr 11, 2012
1960s flair with tiki bar and modern conveniences on the River Walk
The Holiday Inn El Tropicano Riverwalk opened in 1962 and remains the same as the first day it opened; sparkly chic and surrounded by a lush tropical landscape. A recent multi-million dollar renovation updated furniture and amenities. There are 306 guest rooms and 11 suites. Several dining and libation options are in-house and kids under 12 eat free. Wireless Internet is free throughout the hotel and a business center offers several services. Guests swim in the heated, outdoor pool or work out at the fitness center.
Highlights
  • Tiki Bar serves top-shelf tequilas and rums on its riverside patio; happy hour runs from 5-7:30pm
  • Latin and American cuisine is served at Mango's, kids under 12 eat free
  • Go for coffee drinks, rich baked goods, or smoothies and fresh fruit at Expresso Coffee Bar
  • Heated, outdoor pool, and 3,000-square-foot fitness center
  • 15 meeting rooms offer a combined 37,000 sq. ft. of meeting space. Groups of 10 to 1,000 can be accommodated.
Rooms

The 306 guest rooms and 11 suites have been recently redecorated in a contemporary style with bright accents of chili and tasteful dark wood. Views may be overlooking the San Antonio River, swimming pool or glittering downtown skyline. Free high-speed wireless Internet is available in all rooms throughout the Holiday Inn El Tropicano Riverwalk. All rooms are equipped with coffee makers, hair dryers, an iron and ironing board, telephones with two lines and data ports, and full-size desks. A flat-screen color television with an expanded cable lineup is also in each room. Guests choose a king or two full beds. Suites have raised platform beds.

Features

The presidential suite was often occupied by President Lyndon B. Johnson and was dubbed "The Texas White House" during that era. Guests go for coffee drinks, rich baked goods or smoothies and fresh fruit at Expresso Coffee Bar. Kids under 12 eat free with their parents at the in-house Latin-inspired restaurant, Mango's. The Tiki Bar serves top-shelf tequilas and rums on its riverside patio; happy hour runs from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Toucans are seen at the aviary. Guests swim in the heated, outdoor pool or work out at the 3,000-square-foot STRIVE Fitness Studio. A business center offers faxing, copying and printing services. The Holiday Inn El Tropicano Riverwalk has 15 meeting rooms that offer a combined 37,000 square feet of meeting space. Groups of 10 to 1,000 can be accommodated.

Transportation
  • San Antonio International Airport (7.1 mi./11.5 km)
Attractions
  • Alamo (0.3 mi./0.5 km)
  • Henry B. Gonzales Convention Center (0.6 mi./1 km)
  • Market Square (0.7 mi./1.2 km)
  • Tower of the Americas (0.9 mi./1.5 km)
  • Alamodome (1.1 mi./1.8 km)
  • San Antonio Zoo (2.4 mi./3.8 km)
Business
  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms and throughout hotel
  • Business center offers faxing, copying and printing services.
  • 15 meeting rooms offer combined 37,000 square feet of meeting space. Groups of 10 to 1,000 can be accommodated.
Policies and fees
  • Parking fees are $18 per night
  • Photo ID and credit card are required on check-in

This is not a comprehensive list of fees. Any amounts listed above may not include taxes and are subject to change.

El Tropicano Riverwalk Hotel Rooms

Standard Room
Standard Room offers 1 king bed with Desk, 27-inch television, Cable television service, Premium television channel(s), Voice mail, Clock radio, Coffee/tea maker, Hair dryer, Iron/ironing board, Complimentary weekday newspaper, Air conditioning, Climate control, Window opens, Non-smoking only and Daily housekeeping.
Standard Room
Standard Room offers 2 double beds with Desk, 27-inch television, Cable television service, Premium television channel(s), Voice mail, Clock radio, Coffee/tea maker, Hair dryer, Iron/ironing board, Complimentary weekday newspaper, Air conditioning, Climate control, Window opens, Non-smoking only and Daily housekeeping.

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Hotel Map

Area served
San Antonio.
Nearby airports
San Antonio International Airport - 13 miles.
Area description
Located downtown just off the Riverwalk and close to all San Antonio Attractions.

Amenities

  • Business center
  • Concierge
  • Conference Facilities
  • Fitness center
  • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
  • Health Club
  • High-speed Internet
  • Internet Access
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
  • Pets allowed
  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Wireless Internet

Meeting facilities

Meeting Info
Meeting space available for groups up to 1,0000.

Dining

Mango's Restaurant
Guests can enjoy latin and american-infused dishes in mangos hotel's full service restaurant. Children 12 years and younger eat free from the childrens menu with a paying adult.maximum of 2 children per couple.
Expresso Cafe
In the mood for a latte smoothie the Expresso Cafe is the place to visit.Also enjoy breakfast lunch and desserts from Cafe located off the main lobby area.Expresso opens out onto a scenic terrace overlooking the beautiful Riverwalk.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1600
Check-out:
1200

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (108)

Ratings and reviews for El Tropicano Riverwalk Hotel

Overall score

3.2 / 5
About the scores
108 out of 108
Amenities:
3.3
Room cleanliness:
3.8
Hotel staff:
3.8
Room comfort:
3.6
Location:
3.2
Value:
3.3

64% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of El Tropicano Riverwalk Hotel

Reviewer score

2

Would not recommend

Third party booker
Texas
May 25, 2012

Not what you ask for...

Weekend getaway to celebrate our anniversary. We booked online for a king room thru a third party. When we got there, we were told that they were book solid and all they had left was a queen room and they can't guarantee anything booked through a third party and not thru them directly. The bathroom was so small you could barely turn around. The shower had issues a couple of minutes in, the water turned freezing cold and then you were scalded. The a/c vent in the bathroom had black mold on it. The overall hotel experience was not a good one. They boast being on the riverwalk but are actually at the farthest end away from the entertainment. Not really what we planned...

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
2
Location:
1
Value:
1
Review of El Tropicano Riverwalk Hotel

Reviewer score

4

Would recommend

legend
ocala, fl
Apr 16, 2012

overnight riverwalk hotel

The hotel room was very nice. Meals could have been better. Saturday evening there were no meals being served in the main dining room. We had to order some sandwiches from the snack bar, which was very average at best. Do not understand why the Mango dining room was not open at 6:00 p.m., when it was supposed to be. The room was very nice. however the bathroom was quite small and had very little counter space. It did not have any exhaust fan or other ventilation system, which also made it feel sort of "claustrophobic".

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Dining tip: In Hotel

meals were pretty good....could be better

Review of El Tropicano Riverwalk Hotel

Reviewer score

3

Would recommend

NL12
Houston, TX, USA
Apr 11, 2012

Could be a little better

Nice hotel, not too inviting from the outside. Clean rooms, small bathroom.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
3
Value:
3
Review of El Tropicano Riverwalk Hotel

Reviewer score

4

Would recommend

Anthony E.
McAllen, Texas
Mar 27, 2012

Great Weekend

Went to celebrate my girlfriend birthday for the weekend. As soon as we got there to check in, we were greeted and customer service were very friendly. They had friendly staff helping us with our luggages. Rooms were very clean, great view from our room towards downtown. The only bad thing was, no refrigerator in the room and the price for parking. Good thing we had our ice chest, and plus, we valet parking. But overall, it is a great place to stay.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of El Tropicano Riverwalk Hotel

Reviewer score

2

Would not recommend

Minia
Austin, TX, USA
Mar 19, 2012

Not great

Not the best.......the only gd thing was it was very affordable.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
1
Value:
5
Review of El Tropicano Riverwalk Hotel

Reviewer score

2

Would not recommend

Minia
Austin, TX, USA
Mar 19, 2012

It was ok

It was too far from the restaurants on the river walk and the mall...I don't believe it's a 4-star hotel because the paint on the walls and bathroom door were chipping....not 4-star quality....

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
4
Location:
1
Value:
5
Review of El Tropicano Riverwalk Hotel

Reviewer score

1

Would not recommend

Laurene
Fort Collins, CO, USA
Mar 14, 2012

Outdated

There was funky loud music playing by pool at all hours, annoying. We "shared" a balcony with another room- awkward! There is a restaurant, open only for breakfast buffet. The pool was too cold to enjoy- & no hot tub.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
2
Location:
3
Value:
1
Review of El Tropicano Riverwalk Hotel

Reviewer score

3

Would recommend

Mendreka
Corpus Christi, TX, USA
Mar 9, 2012

Nice Hotel!

Our stay was pleasant, the staff was very friendly, room was clean. Some say hotel is outdated but I didn't think so. Reminded me of a hotel from the 70's but in a modern setting. I would definately stay there again!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
3
Value:
4
Sightseeing tip: Short drive from hotel

Take a cab to the downtown area, they are easily accessible and the cost is less than $10.00 !

Review of El Tropicano Riverwalk Hotel

Reviewer score

2

Would not recommend

Linette
New York, NY, USA
Feb 22, 2012

Disappointed!

The hotel is very pretty and clean but unfortunately it is too far from the center of the river walk, where all the shops and restaurants are. Another issue that we had was the elevator. We were not closed to it but we keep hear it coming up and down. Also when some one flush the toilet you can hear it, so it was very annoying trying to get some sleep. There was not refrigerator or microwave. I travel with my 20 months old so I needed a fridge for his milk. Over all I am not impress and I won't think I will stay there again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
1
Value:
2
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

The restaurant Mi Tierra Cafe & Bakery. Delicious food, great service and decent price. Right in the Market place.

Review of El Tropicano Riverwalk Hotel

Reviewer score

1

Would not recommend

bt48219
Business
Detroit, MI, USA
Feb 21, 2012

outdated, disorganized.

Made the reservations 6 weeks in advance and paid in full only to arrive and be told they are over booked and don't have a room for me. They put me up across the street which turned out to be nicer hotel for less money. I would not stay here again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
1
Location:
3
Value:
1
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