SAN ANTONIO, TX – Condé Nast Traveler has named Hotel Valencia Riverwalk by Valencia Hotel Collectionas a recipient of its inaugural 2026 Triple Crown Awards, a new distinction honoring hotels that have earned a place on all three of Condé Nast Traveler’s most prestigious lists: the Hot List, the Gold List, and the Readers’ Choice Awards.
“We are incredibly honored to see Hotel Valencia Riverwalk recognized among the top hotels represented in the Triple Crown Awards,” said Doyle A. Graham, Jr., president and CEO of Valencia Hotel Collection. “This recognition is a testament to the passion and dedication of our team, who strive every day to create memorable experiences for our guests. We are honored by this distinction and remain committed to elevating every aspect of the guest journey while continuing to set the benchmark for luxury hospitality."
Hotel Valencia Riverwalk is situated on the vibrant banks of the famed San Antonio, Texas River Walk, positioned downtown in the middle of the best dining, entertainment and shopping without sacrificing tranquility. Steeped in history and charm, the boutique property is a centerpiece of modern elegance, blending Spanish Colonial and Modern Mediterranean design. With 213 elegant and stylish guest rooms and suites, Hotel Valencia Riverwalk boasts a wealth of luxurious amenities, meeting and event spaces, and a third-floor open-air European-style courtyard. The property features two dining concepts, Naranja Mezcal and Tequila Bar with stunning terrace views overlooking the River Walk, and a world-class Pan-Latin restaurant, Dorrego’s.
The 2026 Triple Crown Awards are published on Condé Nast Traveler's website at https://www.cntraveler.com/triple-crown-united-states-canada and celebrated in the June 2026 issues of Condé Nast Traveler U.S. and U.K.
ABOUT HOTEL VALENCIA RIVERWALK
Hotel Valencia Riverwalk is located on a quiet stretch of the San Antonio River Walk offering guests an oasis of luxury in the middle of the action of downtown’s bustling shopping, dining and entertainment district. A standout among neighboring hotels, the boutique hotel is one of seven independent properties owned and operated by Houston-based Valencia Hotel Collection. The property provides guests a modern, luxurious experience steeped in history and charm with elevated amenities including a third-floor open-air courtyard and world-class onsite dining with a terrace overlooking the River Walk. Hotel Valencia Riverwalk boasts unmatched food and beverage concepts, including Dorrego’s and Naranja Tequila and Mezcal Bar, with specially curated menu items and craft cocktails. For more information about Hotel Valencia Riverwalk, please visit www.hotelvalencia-riverwalk.com.
ABOUT VALENCIA HOTEL COLLECTION
Valencia Hotel Collection is a Texas-based portfolio of boutique, independent hotels and a part of Valencia Hotel Collection The collection consists of seven properties across the portfolio with two luxury concepts and five urban retreat-style boutique hotels. Known for their Old-World Spain design and luxury accommodations, Hotel Valencia Riverwalk in San Antonio and Hotel Valencia Santana Row in San Jose, California boast as the collection’s crowned jewels for their unmatched experiences, spectacular on-site restaurants, and oasis locations. Within the collection also falls the collection’ urban-retreat properties including Cotton Court in Lubbock, Cavalry Court and The George in College Station, Texican Court in Irving, Caravan Court in Arlington and Lone Star Court in Austin. While each of these properties offers their own unique experience, the courts are known for transporting guests to a Texas night under the stars with elevated accommodations, original design, live music, and exquisite restaurants and bars. To learn more about each property within the collection, visit www.valenciahotelcollection.com.
ABOUT CONDÉ NAST TRAVELER’S TRIPLE CROWN AWARDS
The winners of the 2026 Triple Crown Awards are a collection of trophy winners, an elite group of hotels recognized not only by the travel industry and Condé Nast Traveler editors, but also by the publication’s exceptionally discerning global audience.
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