Wheelchair-accessible car park
Yes
Hot Wells Hotel Ruins in San Antonio
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San Antonio, Bexar County, Texas, US
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Yes
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Yes
Amenities
Good for kids
Yes
Toilets
Yes
Phone: +1 210-912-5868
Site: https://www.hotwellsconservancy....
Site: https://www.hotwellsconservancy....
Opening hours
- Monday:9AM–6PM
- Tuesday:9AM–6PM
- Wednesday:9AM–6PM
- Thursday:9AM–6PM
- Friday:9AM–6PM
- Saturday:9AM–6PM
- Sunday:9AM–6PM
Comments (176)
I had read about this site opening up to the public and was curious to see this place. Its very peaceful to walk around the bathhouse and read about the history.The signs shares historical details that take you back in time. It had been a luxurious place back in the day and visited by famous people including Theodore Roosevelt.The parking is conveniently close and there appears to be restrooms also.Wish I had more time since there are trails to discover at the back.
Awesome place to explore and visit!
This is a very interesting place with a pretty cool history. The hotel grounds are very cool to see. I wish you were allowed to enter the bathhouse to take better pictures but thats okay. There is also access to a trail that runs along the river. All in all its a pretty cool place to visit.
Easily accessible from the Mission Trail path. This place is amazing and a gem I had no idea existed. Such a cool piece of history.
Nice new park on the south side. From the old ruins of the Hot Wells hotel and hot spring, keeping the 1920s look to it is a nice touch and a blast to the past. Worth a visit and geounds are well kept.
Like what they did to this historic place. Nice place to stop by and enjoy the views especially biking down the mission trails.
At twilight this little park is a gem. We got here about 5 minutes before closing time and the lightning was perfect.
New county park! Hot Wells was a hot bed of activity as a luxury resort and houses film stars! Recently, the sulphuric hot springs have been discovered and plans are in the works to have Hot Wells revamped into a modern resort! Go visit! It’s free and you have access to the river!
Historic ruins of Hot Wells Hotel former bath house is now on display as a county park with picnic tables and restrooms. Can be reached on S. Presa Street or San Antonio River.
What an interesting place to visit! Lots of interesting history! Nice place to stroll the newer part of the river walk.
A great place to take photos! Very clean and well maintained.It’s unfortunate that you can’t go inside.
Great place to walk, ride your bike or just take in a little bit of history and beautiful Texas weather. Check out this historic area and get a feel of SA back in the 1800 to 1980.
Absolutely beautiful piece of history, many thanks to Hot Wells Conservancy & Cindy Taylor for working on it for so many years!
We walked over 1.5hrs to visit this famous spot. When we arrived, a police officer put his hand to his weapon and told us it was closed for a private event and to come back tomorrow. Looked like a police related celebration, lots of cops and thin blue line flags.
I would definitely add this as a stop during your hike or bike trip along the San Antonio River.The bathrooms seem like they are always locked.🤷♂️
Great job Commissioners of Bexar County. A new destination to ride to. World class.
Lots and lots of butterflies. Convenient path to Riverwalk.
Thoroughly enjoyed taking a look around. I never something so interest was so close to my house.
Nicely landscaped, not crowded. Right now just the bathhouse had been opened to the public. You can still read the stenciling one the pools area. It connects directly to the river trails with wide concrete paths close to a pretty dam. As the park expands it will be even better.
Awesome place with lots of history and beautiful views!
Very nice park. Clean bathrooms and the information kiosks were awesome.
Went here with my girl and roommates, we were able to walk around and see the building normally. As we were walking halfway around, they heard a faint woman screaming. Me being deaf couldn’t hear it though I would have loved to. It’s beautiful and interesting as well
Beautiful and charming spot for a picnic. The little known history of the place is fascinating. We love walking our dog there and seeing a variety of different birds and animals. Such a hidden gem.
Very interesting, setting in a nice park.
Loved it. Didnt like getting trapped for almost 2 hours because a train decided to park on the only entrance to the place.
I 💙💙💙 IT! A beautiful piece of San Antonio history
Very interesting didnt kno bout this place u learn sumthing every day my grandkids were so impressed were excited n said were going 2 go n tell at skool their experience took pics 2 show n tell glad my husband took us he walks around there on wkends enjoys his walks very very nice 👍🏻👍🏻
This is extremely well done for an historical park. The walkways are wide and easy, the signage is clear and the informational panels are interesting and full of historical photos. Theres a lot of parking and a big new toilet block. I learned a lot about the hot wells and the history of the area that I had never known before, including the stars who came to stay when it was in its heyday. Plan to stay 15 - 30 min; theres not a TON to see here but its well worth a diversion from your trip to the missions or some other day of fun.
Beautiful, wish the city would have took over before the last fire. A must see.
Was a nice to see some of the areas other history outside the missions. Area was nicely maintained and right off of portion of Riverwalk. Better signs off the main road would help..almost drove past it.
Really nice park. There is picnic tables and benches available for spending some time there. Also a paved trail that connects to the Mission Trails behind the Ruins.
I had heard about the restoration at Hot Wells, so I was kind of surprised... the old hotel and resort are not really restored so much as their ruins are cleaned up. The site is interesting and there are paved walks around the ruins with informational signs that describe spa and its history. It is worth a look.
Great little park. A look a back at the past, how the famous and wealthy spent their time. History abounds at this place. You can stroll along the river. Worth the jaunt. One of San Antonios hidden gems. History is fun!
This is a nice piece of San Antonio history but since its new, its a little underwhelming. There are only about a dozen parking spaces and 2 single restrooms which get lines. I would recommend seeing the ruins but you dont need much time as its just a walk around a single building and youre done. You cant go into the ruins so youre left with admiring them from afar.
I had walked through those ruins about 20 years ago with my little dog and you guys kept the Integrity of the building I appreciate that
Lots of history here. Not a very large place to visit but has its historical value.
Lovely start off area 🥰
One of San Antonios little gems. Its located on the south side right off the Mission trails. Its free and the bathrooms are clean. Visitors are only allowed to walk around the old ruins and not through it. But the walkways are wide and clear. The information panels all around the building are full of photos and gives a lot of information about the history of the building.
Interesting history here...amazing background along the San Antonio River with walking trails all around. Worth the quick stop!
Interesting, not able to access building due to safety issues. Would have been great to see photos of the interior in its prime.
In the 1960ish, my family lived in one of the small cabins that were to the left of the main building.The pools were still full of the hot sulfur water.The main building had a club and restaurant in it.There is a white fountain as you drive in ,that is original .My short time there is one of my favorite times.Love to see history is still something our city and state is willing to save.
What an absolutely wonderful setting to enjoy a beautiful day outside. Well groomed trails around the former Hot Wells Bath House meander down to a peaceful flowing riverbank. Comfortable benches strategically situated throughout the exhibit and informative signage along the paths made the visit especially memorable. Congrats to Bexar County for bringing this diamond in the rough back to life for generations to enjoy! 👍
Loved the new park, which is attached to the SA River Walk and bike trails. It wasas interesting to learn about the history of this building.
Nice place to stop and look around if youre on the Mission Reach Trail! Interesting story behind this resort. I barely found out about this place when I started riding the trail.
Visiting Hot Wells Hotel Ruins although “small” has opened my eyes to see how far we have come. Information walls share the history of the building’s past. It’s great to see the south-side have access to more public parks and a share of history.
Love reading the historical markers and checking out the ruins. It is also a good starting point for a walk on the Mission Reach part of the San Antonio Riverwalk.
Like it says in the description where it says ruins its just what it is ruins you cant go inside if you enjoy the view outside
Love the ruins but it would be better if City Parks would cut back some of the overgrowth
If those walls could talk.
They have done a great job of preserving it and providing information on the history.There is not an audio tour available as it states on the signage, only for sites closer to downtown.
I had no idea they had restored the ruins but glad they did. Me and friend went running and came across them and were so impressed by the finishing job.
The old Hot Wells ruins is fantastic for years it just remained ruins along the Riverwalk path now they have made it into a park they put sign boards up and they have renovated as much as they can of the old bathhouses and such it is a beautiful example of what was in the 19 hundreds or early 1900s even 1890s 1880s into the 1920s and a little Beyond of what was the culture in San Antonio at that time. 😀
Amazing setting. I love the walk space and the historical information given.
Great place to take pictures at!
Pretty cool park to walk around. It isnt a large park but it leads to the southside portion of the san antonio river (riverwalk).
Unfortunately, we arrived close to closing time but we did receive a warm welcome from the park police AND a quick history lesson. We will return again..
Big plans for this property that has, personally, had me hoping for the past 40 years!! Right along the hiking and biking trail and along our beautiful San Antonio River.
It was a nice, hidden area to explore!
I grew up in the Hot Wells area and I love how they preserve it. Just wish more of it could had been included. Some much history...
Stumbled upon this little piece of history , nice way to spend an evening if your into parks (connected to mission trails) , very relaxing
Good place to read up on some history of the old hotel and the well that is a natural hot spring.
Back the 1890s San Antonio had a place that offered therapeutic cure of diseases. Hot Wells was place to go. Beautiful back in its day...famous Hollywood artist visited our city and bathhouse (Hot Wells)...
Great place for history unfortunately restrooms or close on a Sunday man-eaters when you looking to use but couldnt
Very interesting place to visit...nice scenery and just a few yards from the San Antonio river...A++
Beautiful place to walk around. Interesting information of the past. 👍
An awesome place to visit even if you are from San Antonio. This place details some rich, interesting history of the citys social elite fron waaaay back in the day.
Another beautiful place of history in my city
Very pleased to see this historical structure preserved. A fascinating look at history.
Great place to walked around and think about its past...
Small, but nice historic spot. Love hearing,and reading the history on this gem minutes from downtown!
Its a pretty cool site, I didnt get to walk the trails. Next time
Alot of History here. And Very Interesting Information about this place. I love it here personally.
First time ever always pass by but never stopped. Got curious not completely finished but will return .alot of photos and history about this hotel.
Very interesting place to visit but could use some more parking space.
Nice, I hope they have more older pictures when they get done with it though. That way people will know how extravagant it was during its time.
Beautiful place but you can only take pictures from the outside
It nice to see the history on the place. Would like more info. And pictures.
Very beautiful location but I wish you could actually go inside.
A lovely new park with some interesting history to share about our city.
Very nice walk.
Beautiful ride on your bike! Get out & make some memories
Fun discovery. Really neat seeing the remains of such a historic site.
Directions were great. Just some traffic backup
Nice place to get out -- lovely walk to the river
Very interesting and cultural place 👍👍
Beautiful historic building. Gorgeous natural environment.
Wow! The renovation is amazing! Great job to everyone involved!
Beautiful!!!!! Very well done and a nice place to visit.
Awesome to learn the history of the past !! If thoses walls could talk
Its cool and the history is displayed around it. But cannot walk in.
Very beautiful and very historical
Cool little piece of History. Seen it while driving by and it was worth turning around for.
Full of history, reading those marks you will find the all History about it, and travel to the past.
Loved learning more history about my beloved city.
Its very nice, but once its all fixed up its going to be beautiful
Absolutely beautiful. Great preservation for our city.
Nice area for walking/biking.
Has lots of historical significance that I never knew and totally recommend
Awesome history. Nice little walk.
I would of loved it only if I saw some ghosts.
Its great to see our San Antonio history preserved
I enjoy history, if you do too, come on down!
Cool preserved space from yesteryear. Way to go San Antonio!
Awesome piece of history with river access.
Very interesting and much history in this place...🤓
So glad this is getting the help that it needed. I did not notice a water fountain on the grounds.
Great History to share with your kids to do a school report
Beautiful place with some interesting history.
Great hotel had the pleasure of seeing it up close and personal.
Park/Trailhead with whats left of the old Hot Wells hotel.
Bathrooms are not openCannot access drinking water
Well kept San Antonio history!
They have done an amazing job of fixing this place up.
I could stare at this place for hours. Interseting history.
It was kind of put of the way but it was definitely something to see.
It is a very interesting place for exploring
Pretty new park with lots of history
Great little stop to take to read a little history
Really cool quick stop for a bit of History
Still work in progress but worth visiting
Never knew about park. Really enjoyed it
Lots of History, the public can finally see.
Very clean and peaceful
A lot of history. Nice walkways, plants.
Interesting and river trail access
Awesome addition to the mission trails.
Grew up in area allot of history neat place
Beautiful historical south side.
It was a really interesting visit
Nicely done. Plenty of info
Beautiful spot
Very nice area
Nice place to go for a walk
Still not completely finished but getting there
This was a beautiful place to visit.
An interesting place with a lot of history
Peaceful...and abit of San Antonio history
Cool historic site
There isnt much to see or do.
You need to know this exists
Cool little history lesson
Awesome place
Nice historical story
Beautiful semi-recreation.
Was different and clean
Very peaceful.
Loved the history!!
Very nice.
Come check out this place!
Very beautiful place
Love it!!
Cool!
Under construction. Stay tuned.
Nice
Nice
Beautiful
Beautiful
Beautiful
Private property
Wow
Beautiful site
Beautiful!
Step back in time
Place to visit
The hotel must have been impressive in its time. You can learn about their history through the information they have displayed around the ruins.
Very nice scenery great place to walk
Total reviews rating 4.6
176 Reviews for Hot Wells Hotel Ruins 2023:
Review №1
2021-11-11A hidden treasure. I love walking these grounds, particularly the native plant landscaped path on the far side of the ruins. A stop here should be included on any mission trail tour. Parking lot is safe and provides a nice access point to the river hiking and biking trails. I recommend going left to the bridge and dam.
Review №2
2022-05-01The ruins offer a beautiful and unique backdrop and for those looking for a new walking trail, this one runs along the river.
Review №3
2021-10-07Amazing old ruins with a great history! Sadly you can go in but its open enough to see pretty much everything.
Review №4
2021-08-17The ruins are lit up at night. Here are some drone photos taken on August 14, 2021, from this location. Daytime photos were taken about 2 weeks earlier. Photos courtesy of Yellow Rose Drones. Videos are on YouTube from this location for daytime and nighttime.
Review №5
2022-01-30Accessible from the Riverwalk or by car. If you are a history buff, dont miss this.
Review №6
2021-06-06The Hot Wells Hotel ruins are gorgeously maintained and set in a stunning field of wildflowers. The park is the perfect place to stretch your legs or take some pictures, and the flowers offer a perfect spring/summer splash of color.
Review №7
2021-03-06I think youd spend about 10-30 min here. The placards detailing the history here are great, the grounds are well-landscaped I enjoyed visualizing and contemplating high-society at the turn of the century in that very spot and contrasting it with here today. Rich, famous, powerful, all congregated here. Teddy Roosevelt stayed there, silent movie industry was filming there. Who knew, in San Antonio? How does something that opulent get reduced to ruins in much less then a century? The answer is on the placards there, but youll have to go there and read it for yourself.Also a great pit stop if you are riding a bike on the Mission trail.
Review №8
2021-01-04Was very interesting, but wish we could have explored the ruins more. There is no going inside ruins just walking around them. But we explored the woods surrounding it and found some abandoned houses which were interesting. A quick stop for shore or you could get on the river path and walk for hours.
Review №9
2020-06-24Peaceful, relaxing , birds singing and letting your imagination dream. This is what I did when I visited this location. Its really peaceful l was able to just relax and take it in. I imagine all the different type of individuals that visited Hot Wells Springs and how it must have been way back in the day. A place thats just amazing I love the fact that my imagination was able to recreate what I believe took place there.This is such a great place for a picnic. Super clean location relaxing in the sun and just having a picnic would be a great opportunity to visit this place.After visiting this location just a few miles down the road are plenty of restaurants and shopping to do.Handicap parking and easy accessibility
Review №10
2020-03-14Nice circular path around the ruins of what use to be a resort and place to enjoy hot springs. As you walk around several signage posts are to educate and tell the history of the hotel back in the days past. A fence has been placed so no access to the inside of the hotel but most is visible by walking the path.