My New Happy: San Antonio & The Hotel Valencia

Wednesday, June 10, 2015

San Antonio & The Hotel Valencia


Last weekend G and I visited San Antonio for the first time and had the pleasure of staying at the Hotel Valencia - Riverwalk.  Designed by Dodd Mitchell of Los Angeles, the hotel features sleek lines and sophisticated style.  As soon as we walked into the lobby, it was apparent that we would enjoy our stay.  

If you follow me on Instagram, you know that we were in town to spend a few days with the lovely Deena and Carrie and their equally fun husbands. I'm so thankful that I got to spend time with these ladies, and I'll share lots more about our trip on Friday.



The Hotel Valencia is situated right on a quiet portion of the Riverwalk in downtown San Antonio, just 15 minutes from the airport, and offers great views and easy access to all of the action.



There is a lovely open air courtyard and balconies overlooking the Riverwalk.



Champagne and snacks were waiting in our room when we checked in - a nice birthday touch.



The room was spacious, clean and very comfortable, with all the amenities you would expect at a luxury boutique hotel, including 24 hour room service and evening turn down.  The bed was super comfy, and even though we faced the street, our room was quiet.



G and I arrived several hours earlier than everyone else, so we had dinner at Citrus, the hotel restaurant.  The atmosphere was elegant and inviting and we were seated right away.  



Just outside the entrance were shelves with glass oranges signed by famous guests of the hotel.  We were happy to see that "The Most Interesting Man In The World" had stayed here - we knew we were in good hands.



Our food was delicious and the service was excellent.  G had Spring Lamb Shank and I chose Roasted Porcini Mushroom Pasta.  So good!



I highly recommend a stay at the Hotel Valencia the next time you are in San Antonio.  We hope to visit there again someday, and wouldn't consider staying anywhere else!



In the spirit of full disclosure, I did receive some complimentary services from the hotel in exchange for writing about them, but the opinions expressed are entirely my own.

31 comments:

  1. Looks like a lovely spot!

    bisous
    Suzanne

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  2. I've never been to San Antonio but it looks like a great place to visit! So fun that you got to meet up with Deena & Carrie!

    Jill
    Doused In Pink

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    1. We had the best time. I'll share more on Friday!

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  3. This looks like a lovely hotel, and you wrote a wonderful review! So glad you could meet up with blogging buddies in the beautiful city of San Antonio! I can't wait to hear more about it!

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  4. What a great spot! I love how each of you wrote about your trip today but still talked about something different

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  5. Wonderful photos, Lana. The hotel looks so inviting! Looking forward to hearing more about your trip. I've never been to Sant Antonio.

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    1. It was my first trip and we really enjoyed ourselves!

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  6. We love San Antonio and by your post and pics on IG - which totally cracked me up! - it looks and sounds like you had a wonderful time! Glad you got to meet new blog friends!

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  7. We stayed there last year and loved it!

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  8. I'd love to go there! The city has always intrigued me (and so does that mushroom risotto!) xx

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    1. It's a lovely city - and the mushroom risotto was SO good!

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  9. That Riverwalk looks beautiful! And great hotel snacks. I'm craving a hotel stay. I feel like it's been ages and I just love that feeling of being so well taken care of. Ah, the best.

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    1. There's nothing like staying in a nice hotel and enjoying complete relaxation!

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  10. looks beautiful! AND I'm super jealous of your company :)

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  11. We have a Valencia in my area and it is a rockin' place!

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    1. I'd like to try out some of their other properties!

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  12. What an AWESOME experience! I am seriously jealous. The Valencia looks soooo perfect! I have been to SA once, but never stayed there. So thrilled you guys got to do this! xo

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    1. We had such a fun weekend. I'll have more on Friday!

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  13. I've been wanting to go to San Antonio for so long, that Riverwalk is something that I've always wanted to see. Thanks for the review I'll know exactly where to stay when I finally get there!

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  14. Stunning! Ironically, we never sold cattle to Texas, so I've never been. Must go . . .

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  15. PC says we are doing a night in San Antonio in July. I am going to beg to stay at the Valencia. Thank you for this review and for sharing pics of the hotel, San Antonio and your time with the gals.

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    1. I hope you get to stay there Leslie. It was really lovely, and their rates were very reasonable.

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