About us
CVENT Top 250 Meeting Hotel in North America. Beautifully situated on the famous River Walk in downtown San Antonio, Hilton Palacio del Rio is surrounded by popular Texas attractions, including the Alamo. Renovations have transformed this iconic River Walk hotel to convey a contemporary flavor within a hacienda setting.
Venue Details
ChainHilton
BrandHilton Hotels
Built1968
Renovated2012
Total meeting space30,000 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms485
Venue typeHotel
Industry Ratings
Northstar
AAA
Awards
Industry awards
AAA Four Diamond Full Service Hotel
2024 Cvent Top 250 Meeting Hotel
TripAdvisor Traveler's Choice Awars 2021
TripAdvisor Traveler's Choice Awars 2020
TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2019
TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2018
TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2017
Convention South Readers’ Choice Awards- Best Meeting Site- 2013
Downtown Alliance San Antonio - Best Interior Renovation - 2013
Amenities
Room features and guest services
- Concierge services
- Internet access
Facilities
- Onsite restaurant
Recreational activities
- Health club
- Outdoor pool
- Tennis courts
Room features and guest services
- Concierge services
- Internet access
Facilities
- Onsite restaurant
Recreational activities
- Health club
- Outdoor pool
- Tennis courts
Sustainability
This venue holds verified sustainability certifications, based on certification data provided by BeCause in collaboration with Cvent.
Certifications (3)
ISO 50001:2018
Certification body: DEKRA Certification, Inc.
Expires: 9/25/2026
ISO 14001:2015
Certification body: DEKRA Certification, Inc.
Expires: 9/25/2026
ISO 9001:2015
Certification body: DEKRA Certification, Inc.
Expires: 9/25/2026
Seasonal Availability
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High season
Feb 01 - Apr 30Sep 01 - Oct 31Nov 01 - Nov 15
Shoulder season
May 01 - Jul 31
Low season
Nov 16 - Dec 31Aug 01 - Aug 31Jan 01 - Jan 31
Meeting rooms
Total meeting space
30,000 sq. ft.
Largest room
7,521 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
25
Second largest room
7,521 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
Total meeting space
30,000 sq. ft.
Largest room
7,521 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
25
Second largest room
7,521 sq. ft.
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Meeting space
Meeting room floor plans
Guest rooms
Total guest rooms
485
Single (1 bed)
231
Double (2 beds)
220
Suites
5
Total guest rooms
485
Single (1 bed)
231
Double (2 beds)
220
Suites
5
Location
Getting Here
Distance from airport
8 mi
Distance from airport 8 mi
Parking in the area
Parking in the area
Valet parking
( $59.00/day )
Local Attractions
Durty Nelly's Irish Pub
Nightlife
Get ready to be entertained! Established in 1974, Durty Nelly's Irish Pub features nightly sing-a-longs, a great beer selection, full bar and traditional Irish pub fare.
200 South Alamo Street
San Antonio, TX, US 78205
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San Antonio River Walk
Recreation
La Villita Arts Village
Historical landmark
1 blk
Located on the south bank of the San Antonio River, La Villita Historic Arts Village was one of San Antonio’s first neighborhoods.
La Villita hosts some of San Antonio’s best parties with festivals, concerts and celebrations scheduled year-round.
A Historic Arts Village since 1939, galleries and shops in one square block offer unique art by local & regional artists featuring oil paintings, sculptures, water-colors, metal art, rock art, textiles, copper wares, pottery, jewelry, stained glass and regional folk art.
La Villita is a treasure trove for shoppers seeking the perfect remembrance of a visit to San Antonio.
South Alamo at E. Nueva Street
San Antonio, TX, US 78205
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HemisFair Park & Tower of Americas
Park
2 blks
HemisFair Park was built to host the 1968 World's Fair. The Fifteen (15) acre park features cascading waterfalls and fountains, lushly landscaped areas, historic buildings, children's playground, and the world Famous San Antonio landmark "The Tower of the Americas". In addition to the Tower of the Americas, shops and relaxing water features it is also home to the Universidad Nacional Autonoma de México, Instítuto de México and the Institute of Texan Cultures, which offers year-round exhibits on the history and people of the Lone Star state and sponsors the popular Texas Folklife Festival each year. HemisFair Park is located in downtown San Antonio adjacent to the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center.
San Antonio, TX, US 78205
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Arneson River Theatre
Historical landmark
1 blk
Alamo
Historical landmark
2 blks
Briscoe Western Art Museum
Museum
SeaWorld San Antonio
Park
Six Flags Fiesta Texas
Park
Nearby vendors
LMS Brandz
Multi-city
LMS Brandz is a full-service agency specializing in trade show merchandise and much more. From booth giveaways and branded apparel to executive gifting, displays, banners, signage, fulfillment, logistics, shipping, along with e-commerce solutions we handle it all.
While there are many promotional companies to choose from, our 20+ years of industry experience and commitment to exceptional customer service set us apart. We deliver smart, reliable solutions designed to make the end-user experience seamless from start to finish.
We are also a certified WOSB.
Amenities/Gifting
Logistics/Decor
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Rock 'n Roll Team Building
Multi-city
Connection. Creativity. Chaos (the fun kind). Available all over the USA!
Forget the icebreakers and trust falls. This is team building that cranks up the volume and gets your people actually connecting — not just collecting another tote bag.
We take your team, hand them a mic (sometimes literally), and turn a room of colleagues into a full-blown rock choir. It’s equal parts live music, laughter, storytelling, and spine-tingling harmony — all tailored to your event.
Here’s What You Get:
• 🎸 Live Music that kicks like a drum solo at Wembley
• 🎤 Storytelling that hits the heart (and the funny bone)
• 🎶 3-Part Harmony Choir — no singing skills required, just good vibes
• 🤘 Audience Improv — spontaneous, unforgettable, and never awkward
• 📝 Custom Song Creation that ties your event together with a chorus your team will hum all the way home
Perfect for:
• 🚀 Launching big ideas
• 🔋 Energizing the middle of a long agenda
• 🎉 Ending on a high that actually gets remembered
We’ve done this with 10 people. We’ve done it with 2,500. Either way, we bring the same stadium-worthy energy. We’re fronted by Grammy-nominated INXS frontman Ciaran Gribbin, backed by world-class musicians, and powered by pure rock ‘n roll spirit.
This isn’t “team building.” It’s a shared experience that gives your people goosebumps, grins, and genuine connection.
Ready to shake things up? Let’s talk.
"Best Team Building I've ever booked. Ciaran and the band were great." Arrow Electronics
"It was absolutely the best team event I have ever run or attended." Lamb Weston
"I can honestly say that Rock 'n Roll Team Building is the best event experience I have ever seen at a conference." Jazz Pharmaceuticals
Activity
Hired Entertainment
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Hard Rock Cafe San Antonio
Multi-city
Hard Rock Cafe San Antonio
Est. January 12, 1995
“Remember the Hard Rock!” While we've never been under siege like Davy Crockett and his men at the Alamo, Hard Rock Cafe San Antonio strives to be as memorable as the Alamo. Situated along the city's famous River Walk, the number one tourist destination in Texas, our Cafe has three floors of patios and balconies, where you can relax and enjoy the great Texas weather and picturesque views of the San Antonio River.
Catering
Restaurant/Bar
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J-Prime Steakhouse
Multi-city
Our Story
Are you looking for an authentic culinary experience in the San Antonio area? At J-Prime, we offer a modern steakhouse ambiance filled with unique flair and flavor.
Our full service dinner is delicious at a great fare, setting the standard in our modern steakhouse, with unmatched culinary service. In addition, with a complete craft bar that includes a variety of mixed drink options, we have everything you need for an unparalleled night out.
Restaurant/Bar
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Blush Restaurant
San Antonio
Innovative Food - Our talented team of incredible chefs, bakers and bartenders have created so many innovative must-try dishes!
Restaurant/Bar
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305 Transportation
Multi-city
Impeccable Luxury Ground Transportation
305 Transportation, with corporate offices in Miami, Fla., combines over 15 years of experience providing the highest level of corporate sedan, executive limousine, van and coach services in more than 500 destinations worldwide.
With just one call, impeccable service, expertise and knowledge of the transportation industry are delivered to you allowing you to experience elite ground transportation services for all your travel needs.
Unique in our approach, 305 Transportation offers flexible, reliable and convenient local, national and international travel solutions and transportation options for secure, comfortable, and reliable service, both in the air and on the ground.
Executive Travelers, Corporate Travelers, Event Planners, Travel Agents and Leisure Travelers all look to the leader in global transportation services for their chauffeured transportation needs. 305 Transportation is driven to provide consistently superior service that will exceed your every expectation. By always going the extra mile and delivering exceptional attention to detail 305 Transportation ensures that you travel safely, comfortably and confidently.
Transportation
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The Quarry Golf Club
San Antonio
The historic Cementville paved the way for The Quarry Golf Course in 1993 and since then we have been proud to provide a premium level golf experience to area residents and visitors. The history of our property and the adjacent Quarry Market area go much farther back than that.
Activity
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Dave and Busters Texas
Multi-city
LEGENDARY FOOD & DRINK
Looking for an incredible bar and amazing restaurant near you? Look no further than Dave & Buster's. We have amazing games and award-winning food and drinks. Come check us out!
Activity
Restaurant/Bar
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Fogo de Chao - San Antonio North
San Antonio
Our second San Antonio restaurant is located in a premier dining location just North of downtown San Antonio. The restaurant features an open churrasco grill giving guests a 360-degree view of gaucho chefs demonstrating the culinary art of churrasco as they butcher, prepare and grill high-quality cuts of protein over an open flame. Additional highlights to enhance the guest experience include an expansive dining room centered around a fresh and seasonal Market Table anchored at the front of the grill, dry aged meat lockers for in-house aging and a lively indoor Bar Fogo area, ideal for smaller, shareable plates and craft cocktails.
Catering
Restaurant/Bar
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Joshua's Limousine Service
Multi-city
Since 1995, Joshua’s Worldwide has transformed transportation through uncompromising attention to detail. Founded by Gary and Belinda McKeon with just six vehicles, we’ve grown into a premier transportation service with a fleet of 35+ vehicles and over 50 dedicated team members.
Our commitment goes beyond transportation – we provide an experience. From casino shuttles to corporate events, weddings to leisure tours, we deliver first-class service with:
24/7 live customer support
Rigorous chauffeur training and background checks
GPS tracking and flight monitoring
Impeccable safety standards
Partnerships with world-class organizations
We don’t just move you from point A to point B – the team at Joshua’s Worldwide creates memorable journeys tailored to your needs. Whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure, Joshua’s Worldwide ensures your transportation is comfortable, safe, and exceptional.
Transportation
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Hilton Palacio del Rio Frequently Asked Questions
Explore frequently asked questions from the Hilton Palacio del Rio regarding Health and Safety, Sustainability, and Diversity and Inclusion
Sustainable Practices
Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Hilton Palacio del Rio's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
Hilton has committed to cut our environmental footprint in half and double our social impact by 2030. Refer to our website, https://cr.hilton.com, for details on our award-winning Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) programs.
Does Hilton Palacio del Rio have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
Yes, Hilton has committed to reducing waste in our managed operations by 50% by 2030. Through the end of 2020, we have reduced waste in our managed portfolio by 73% since our 2008 baseline, and our managed and franchised hotels have reduced waste by 62%.
Diversity and Inclusion
For US hotels only, is Hilton Palacio del Rio and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
No response.
If applicable, could you please provide a link to Hilton Palacio del Rio's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
Please refer to https://jobs.hilton.com/diversity and our annual Supplier Diversity Report (https://cr.hilton.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Hilton-2020-Supplier-Diversity-Report.pdf).
Health and Safety
Were practices at Hilton Palacio del Rio developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
Yes, CDC & WHO. Hilton CleanStay, a new industry-defining standard of cleanliness (https://newsroom.hilton.com/corporate/news/hilton-defining-new-standard-of-cleanliness) Hilton up to date customer messaging: https://www.hilton.com/en/corporate/coronavirus/
Does Hilton Palacio del Rio clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
Yes, Install hand sanitizer stations/disinfecting wipes in public areas & on shuttles; enhanced cleaning of high touch areas, lobbies, elevators, doors, bathrooms; F&B service in accordance with food safety guidelines, dining configured for physical distancing
Please explain, if applicable, the carbon offsetting options you offer to corporations.
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to sustainability and social impact goals and initiatives.
Corporate_Responsibility@Hilton.com
Has your hotel taken steps to reduce single-use plastics, such as removing plastic straws (except upon request for guests with disabilities), stirrers and cotton buds? If yes, please provide detail as to the steps you have taken to reduce single use plastics?
Yes, Hilton is committed to reducing waste across our portfolio. All of our hotels were required to remove plastic straws, stir sticks and cocktail picks in 2019, and we are currently transitioning from individual bath toiletries to full-size dispensers.
Does your hotel generate (onsite) or purchase (offsite) renewable energy (beyond your utility's standard offerings)? If yes, please describe your practices for generating or purchasing renewable energy.
Does your hotel engage in activities to protect & restore the natural environment in which it is located (i.e. trees planted, coral reef restored, etc.)?
Will your hotel be imposing any additional fees for cleaning services? If yes, please specify those fees.
No
Are specific cleaning/disinfection routines in place for pillows, duvets and their covers, headboard, bathrobe etc.? If yes, please describe.
Yes, Items are cleaned according to Hilton CleaStay standards
Please include a link to your public report on community impact if applicable.
https://cr.hilton.com, for details on our award-winning Environmental, Social and Governance programs. Also refer to https://hiltoneffect.org for information on our corporate foundation, through which we are investing in our local communities.
Please provide any other comments you wish to make regarding your efforts/initiatives to obtain certification in these programs.
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Corporate_Responsibility@Hilton.com
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