The bartender (Lexi M.) that served us was very unprofessional, non-attentive and rude. She had an ugly tone of voice, and you could just tell she didn't want to be bothered. She didn't know the bourbons that they had, and was unwilling to name them for ordering. They ran out of lemon juice to make drinks with, and didn't offer any substitutions or suggestions for another drink. Overall very disappointing experience for the price of the drinks. read more

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I have visited this historic place over 15 times in the past 20 years and this last weekend left us a bit disappointed. First of all, the hours of the Tack Room... which if a fantastic experience, have been cut back. I was shocked to hear their top shelf bar closes at 10 PM on a Saturday night! Then, the formally great breakfast buffet was below average. After that the courtyard hot tub did not work. When we asked question about all the changes we were told "new owners" every time. The good news is that the staff is all still awesome and try to help all they can. We spoke to two other large groups who were down for their yearly trip and they joined is in their open disapproval of the changes. The bad news is that new owners are clearly trying to cut cost and it shows. I sincerely hope they soon realize that both the La Posada Hotel and Laredo TX are quite unique in their international hospitality and traditions. They have always been so very welcoming and helpful, a main reason for the repeated trips by those who know and love it. This place has been recognized numerous times in both magazines and television programs and I hope the new owners figure out they have a gem that needs to be left to run as it has in the past, or they will lose it. I have done business in Laredo and Mexico since 2007 and speak with some experience that the worst thing groups or large corporations can do is try to "Americanize" Laredo. read more

My husband and I came back during our trip in Nov of 2024. While our last trip was amazing.. I can say I'm being VERY generous at 2 stars. This hotel needs a scrub down. I'm not sure how they are achieving a "4 diamond" award with dirt everywhere (air vents and windows...) It's sad because I can find the beauty in this building. The breakfast was cold. But you can see that they absolutely need hot water and a spoon full of bleach with some good old fashioned elbow grease. read more

Nice, but a little run down. Needs a deep cleaning and renovation. And it is super central near the church and the outlets. They have a pool and fitness center and great banquet rooms. Also a shuttle to take you to and from the airport. Free breakfast too and the food is good for the hall read more

The hotel is outdated with the same furniture everywhere. Given new management they simply do not care. Breakfast was last,cold and the toast was hard and dried out. I would be ashamed to work here or call this my establishment.​ ". read more

Ahhh, this place is heavy with nostalgia since we came here in the glory days of Laredo when it was for tourists seeking a taste of Mexico rather than manufacturers and customs brokers. Well, the Cadillac Bar is long gone, along with all the great Nuevo Laredo restaurants and curio shops--all thanks to the drug lords and their minions. I hope all that returns some day, but for me, there is still only one hotel in Laredo--La Posada. Its glory has not faded. read more

This hotel is way past its heyday if it ever had one. The building is very run down and the rooms are dingy and dirty. The staff is friendly but nothing special. The TV is the smallest I've ever seen in a hotel like it was super cheap or free and the remote didn't work properly. I called front desk and they sent a nice maintenance man who came back with several remotes that didn't work any better. I would never stay here again. read more

We are Laredoans. About a year ago we came to the Tack Room for a special occasion and were horrified by our 3 hour long, $450 ordeal. I vowed to never return. Despite my pronouncement, we came back to try it out one more time. We are happy to report, they're back on the road towards excellence. This hotel (and its restaurants) are both historic and iconic identifiers of Laredo, Texas. So the ownership/management have a civic responsibility to maintain quality. Happy Day! The staff was on top of things. Adriana Lopez (manager) and Samantha, our server, were very attentive. The food was very good . We had the Pancho's, a Caesar salad, and the Kobe burger. All of it very tasty and well presented. While not inexpensive, the pricing is appropriate. We had two very good margaritas with our lunch and the bill was just over $70. So I hope this helps you decide to give it a whirl ¡Buen Provecho! read more

Had a meeting here again and this place is getting worse. The rooms are filthy and dated. The customer service is horrible. The Tack room closed and the lobby bar closed as we on Wednesdays unbelievable. Won't be coming back. read more

I love historic hotels and this one was beautiful. Check in was a breeze. They offer a great Federal discount (you will have to show your creds). The room was lovely except the mini refrigerator was not working and I'm a coffee addict so I travel with my own supplies (some needed to be refrigerated). Noise level was low which I was happy about UNTIL 6:30am the next morning. Our suite was right next to the doors to come into the building and the doors were constantly squeaking as they opened and shut. The bar offers excellent bar food. We had amazing fried tongue and very good "shrimp ala diabla". The annoying part was when we got back to our room and TWO SECURITY looking guys plus the bartender knocked at our door asking if we had been at the bar because we left the wrong room number on the receipt implying they couldn't charge us since we left a wrong room number. Well the truth was we had not left any room number because WE HAD PAID AT THE BAR INCLUDING A GENEROUS TIP! We had to go to the front desk to fix THEIR ERROR (aka the bartender's error) and it was like pulling teeth to get them to admit that it was a whoops on their part. That incident made me knock off one star. It could have been handled better had the bartender admitted we handed him a credit card and he neglected to charge the card which was surprising because he was attentive the whole time we were at the bar. Oh well.... read more

If you plan on throwing an event at La Posada, I feel inclined to warn you about Yvonne, the event manager. She is unorganized and you can FEEL how much she hates her own life and will make you want to hate your own by working with her. Her customer service skills are the worst in the industry of event planning. She is supposed to be the warm welcome and help for the hotel to throw successful events, but she does the completely opposite. She makes you feel like you are bothering her by asking her to do her job. She will take advantage of getting every single penny from you from whatever service you stack upon the rental of the venue. She is absolutely rude and has the worst attitude. It is sad that La Posada hires people like her when the hotel is so beautiful and the perfect place for events to happen. This review is not towards the hotel itself, but it's staff. read more

The staff is very helpful and friendly. The hotel is impeccably clean, and has an old world elegance you would not expect, overlooking the Rio Grande River in Laredo. Valet parking. Good security. Just two small disappointments: one would think this close to Mexico you can get a pretty good Huevos rancheros. It was a bland, tasteless breakfast with refried beans I think came out of a can from Ohio or somewhere. And in my nice room with a comfortable bed and tasteful appointments, the toilet dispenser was broken, a half-used rolls of toilet paper perched on the tank. But it was clean. read more

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Beautiful charming hotel very reasonable safe and friendly accommodating staff. Their car e fajitas are amazing. The complimentary breakfast is sooo good! Mexican style yum!!! read more

This is the only hotel we stay at when going to Laredo. We spend the night here and then drive to Mexíco in the morning. I've stayed at this hotel on three separate occasions and had a nice stay. The staff is friendly and is always helpful. This hotel is also within walking distance of the outlet mall. Around the corner they have currency exchange. Overall this is a good hotel to stay at. read more

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Would not recommend the seafood buffet to anyone. We were told by employees on the phone that the buffet included fried shrimp. When we were serving our food there was not shrimp, seafood soup had no seafood and the fried fish and vegetables were from the frozen food we buy at the grocery store. The buffet was not worth what they charged us. Overall it looked and tasted like hospital food. read more

Pleasantly surprised with this place. Love the decor, the architecture, the rooms are spacious, the employees are friendly. However the beds are the most uncomfortable beds I've ever sleep in. The comforter smelled like stuck water, and I could never figured out how to get the right temperature for my room... For wanting to look expensive and the amount of money they charge per night you will think that they would ay least change the carpets..... read more

Stayed recently. This is the worst hotel. The rooms are dirty, the furniture looks like it came out of Antonio Lopez de Santa Ana's barn, and the beds are like sleeping in a morgue - I could have gotten better sleep and service at the Sleep 6 Motel - and to boot the Hotel Valet crashed my car and they will not take responsibility for it. read more

I enjoy it there.. Always where we stay when we bring our team to tournaments.. My only deal is surely we could do better with he breakfast Buffett. Same thing every day. Otherwise very good. read more

Came for a wedding but stayed for the weekend. This place has to be the best value in South Texas. This historic hotel had fantastic amenities (8ft deep pools, fitness center), was walking distance to the Outlets, near the beautiful San Augustin Cathedral and the staff delivered a first-class service experience. The Zarazoga Restaurant was an untapped gem; both breakfast and dinner were amazing. And incredibly all of this was reasonably priced. Thank you La Posada Inn Laredo! read more

If you're visiting Laredo, for whatever reason, you absolutely must stay at the historic La Posada. I'm going to have to preface this review by admitting my opinion is quite biased; skewed by the nostalgia of literally living here the entire summer for two consecutive years (2012 & 2013). That said, I have stayed at the other more upscale chain hotels all over this town, and none of them have compared to the overall experience here. If I tried to include everything I love about this place in this review, it would become one of those longwinded rambles most users of Yelp find hard to get through. Some highlights: * Maintained in a way that has preserved and enhanced its historical elegance over the years. Just look at some of the pictures. * I cannot even begin to tell you how courteous and responsive the staff are here. Some of the most well trained hotel staff I've ever encountered. * There are two beautiful courtyards, both with very big and awesome pools. * State-of-the-art fitness center with gym quality machines of all types, accommodating both cardio and resistance training. It even has a full rack high-quality rubber dumbbells. * If you get one of the nicer rooms in the west building facing south, you'll likely have a very spacious private balcony with a fantastic view of the Rio Grande. * Rates are fairly comparable to other nicer hotels. * The two very best restaurants in Laredo are part of the hotel: The Zaragoza Grill, and the Tack Room. Some things you should know: * It's located in downtown Laredo. You can't get any further downtown because the hotel is the last thing before crossing the river into Nuevo Laredo, Mexico. While downtown Laredo is loaded with all kinds of historic charm, it's also an extremely shady area that I wouldn't recommend braving alone. Otherwise, the hotel itself is practically a fortress if you stay in. * Parking is interesting if you decide to self-park. You must park below in what I call "The Dungeon" of the hotel. It's really just an older parking garage, but there's a lot of interesting things you'll discover if you decide to explore it. One thing you absolutely must know is that upon entering the downward ramp, you have to stop, reverse, and correct your turn inwards, or else you will scrape the side of your vehicle against the outer wall. It's just too tight of a turn. You can see years of paint on the wall memorializing all the dumb-asses who tried to complete it in one turn and tragically ruined the paint job on their drivers side doors. Despite any not-so-attractive aspects I might have described, again I urge you, if you are visiting Laredo you will be doing yourself a huge disservice if you don't stay at the La Posada for all of the far outweighing benefits. read more

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I was given a room without a heater and I've been waiting for longer than one hour for a room change they said they would give me . When I call and ask the receptionist replied " the maintenance man is taking that long because he's looking for a room " . I want to go to sleep , unfortunately I Marriott is all booked tonight . It's 9:59 pm in 12 minutes it will be 2 hours I'm waiting , it's doesn't take two hours to check if you have rooms available .... I feel ignored in this cold room read more

Considering that my boyfriend booked this hotel at the last minute, I'm pretty impressed with La Posada. Typically with a last minute reservation, I expect the worst room; not the case at La Posada. Our room was plush, very clean and comfortable. Not only that but our night was nicely quiet, making our stay easy and relaxing. I will definitely stay again if back in Laredo! I'm not gonna gripe about our view, but it was directly over the border crossing from Mexico. If you want a more pleasant view, I highly recommend asking for a room next to the pool. If you don't have specific plans in the city or "downtown", La Posada makes for a little tropical retreat. One downside to our stay: the bar and restaurant was horrendous. The service was slow and snotty, and the food unimpressive. If you do decide to stay, I highly recommend going out for breakfast as the buffet was not up to food standards. read more

I like to stay here when I am in Laredo and am in a frame of mind to enjoy history and culture. My understanding is that this hotel was once a high school and it sits on a historic square and in the center of what was the heart of the city of Laredo. There is a wonderful small museum next door to the hotel called The Republic of the Rio Grande Museum. It is worth popping in during your stay to this home that once belonged to Bartolome Garcia who was an alcalde (mayor) of Laredo. The home is also said to be the capital of the Republic of the Rio Grande so you will see 7 flags flown overhead instead of the six over Texas--the Republic being its own independent sovereignty for a short span of time. Despite being in downtown Laredo which during non pandemic days can be chaotic, especially nearer the bridges, the hotel itself is tranquil and the vibe inside is noticeably different when you walk inside. I always find that the people who work here are friendly and accommodating. The food at the restaurant is consistently good. I didn't really like the buffet the last time I was there, but the dishes off their menu excellent. read more

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We reserved a junior suite here in September, for a stay the last weekend in February. We specifically requested the top floor, as we knew the border Olympics were going on this weekend, and wanted to be above all the kids and noise. We called several times, to verify our reservation, to verify what floor we were on, etc. Each time we were assured everything was in order. We were also told that we would be able to check in early IF our room was available. We came by the hotel once we got to town to try and check in, but were told our room was not ready. We asked for our room number, so we'd have it when we came back to check in. The girl working the counter was quite rude, kept putting us off, like she couldn't be bothered to help us or answer our question. Now, I think it's because she didn't want to be the one to tell us they didn't have OUR room, and she was passing the buck to whomever would have to deal with us when we came back to check in. Anyway, we did come back after check in, and at this point were told that we were on the first floor - the LAST PLACE we wanted to be, and the one place we specifically said we didn't want to be!?! Again, a different girl this time, but still just as rude, told us that it was the only room they had available. Which I know isn't true, because another couple in our party who checked in just a few minutes ahead of us did get a room on the top floor, with concierge service, free food and drinks, etc. I'm sorry, but this hotel is run VERY poorly. This was our first trip to Laredo, and probably our last, but if we ever come back, we definitely won't be staying at La Posada. It's a joke! They may claim to be the only 4 diamond hotel in Laredo, but it's just not worth the headache or disappointment... And we are VERY disappointed. read more

We loved it. Stayed in a Junior Suite overlooking the river and although the view was industrial we could see both bridges to determine when we should cross. The room was old, charming, and modern. I suggest an upper floor because the floors creak a bit. The furnishings were comfortable and tasteful; we lacked nothing. One and a half baths, two TVs, a living area with a bar and fridge, plus plenty of quiet when we needed it. Wifi was good but no Ethernet connection in our room. I am told they are available in others. We sat on the plaza and watched the world go by. Very old world and charming. Dinner twice plus breakfast at Zaragoza's was lackluster though. The food and drinks were *exceptional* but the service was lacking. Pro tip: if someone asks for their check they are ready to leave. Please don't dawdle. You were not that busy and I promise you will sell more drinks if you check on your customers more often. Do not let the slow restaurant experience deter you. If you want a nice, old world hotel in old Laredo this is it. Its charming, lovely, and comfortable. I plan to return. read more

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Awesome place. Vintage explains it well. Historic building. Service is great. Rooms very comfortable. 2 pools. Outdoor bars. 2 restaurants with excellent service. I will be back. read more

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I reserved and paid for 2 rooms online. We were evacuating from the hurricane. We drove 2 1/2 hours to Laredo and arrived at noon. We were told our reservation didn't exist but could give us a king instead of 2 double beds which is what I reserved. We were told it was too early to check in and to come back at 4. We arrived to check in at 4 and were turned away saying they weren't honoring any reservations made online. Hundreds of irate people filled the lobby. This is a terrible thing to do to anyone especially those evacuating from a hurricane who clearly have no where else to go. The hotel manager stated that anyone who was currently staying there and wanted to extend their stay they are given priority which means our rooms were given away!!! read more

Hotel is a gun free zone with 30.06, No concealed carry and 30.07 No Open carry of Firearms allowed on the premises. There is no mention of it on the website or during booking, you find out when you walk up to the front doors. The in room hotel safe was not functional. Underground parking is tight, but convenient. Convenient location for walking across the international bridge into Nuevo Laredo Mexico for a day trip. read more

Used to stay here all the time. Got really tired of the gym equipment, specifically the bike and treadmill not working early in the morning when I needed it and no one was around to help. Happened each and every time. read more

First time staying at a hotel in Laredo, Texas and La Posada did not disappoint. Great customer service overall from every single person from front desk! They were all very welcoming, attentive, and always willing to assist with any questions we had! My family and I would stay there again. read more

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I spent 6 nights at the hotel for business in April and highly recommend it. This is a great choice if you crave authentic experiences...from its historic location to the beautiful grounds to the warm and welcoming staff. Don't miss.... ...the best Margarita ever (yes, ever) in the hotel bar ...the breakfast taco de machacado, dried beef made on site; a tasting, filling bargain at just $3 per order (you just need one order!) ...the west patio pool ...coffee outside early in the morning as the birds sing welcome the day My special thanks to Edy, Danny, Ruby, and the entire staff for making my week special. I will be back. read more

I used to go here with my family back in the day, but recently went to meet up with my boyfriend, who works in South Texas. It is the nicest place you will stay or eat in Laredo. I will probably be back again. pros: restaurant on site reasonable prices for the room spacious rooms comfortable beds free WiFi lovely courtyard with pool helpful staff in the hotel and the restaurant felt safe despite area and proximity to the border tip: Since it's not super busy like other hotels in major cities, the valet is not always around, resulting in some waiting. I would suggest calling the valet a few minutes before you're ready to leave if you want to avoid this. read more

We checked in around 10:30pm but the staff was very accommodating and allowed us to order room service at the front desk as the kitchen was closing. Front lobby was decorated very festively and I was overcome at the courtyard. It reminded me a lot of New Orleans and the pool area looked cool! The room was nice with a separate brick wall. While it had somewhat of a musky smell, it didn't deter us from having a terrific night's sleep. I'd really like to return when we can spend more time on the square and enjoy the recommended hotel restaurants. We checked out at 6:45am, so I wasn't able to see much. While they didn't provide our puppy dog bowls or a bed, the fact that the hotel is pet-friendly for a nominal fee, I still stand by my 5 star rating...plus, the security guard gave our doggie extra love at check in. If you're in Laredo, definitely stay in this historic place and do yourself a favor, go for the best dinner or lunch you'll ever eat at Border Foundry. I regret we arrived too late to enjoy a meal there. read more

I recently stayed 4 nights at La Posada with coworkers on a business trip. We found the place to be overall a fine hotel. Some things to note that I remember: Positives: * Beautifully restored historic building in old downtown part of town - right on the river and the US-Mexico border (may be positive or negative, depending on whether you plan to visit Nuevo Laredo while in Laredo). Building has a lot more character than most hotels of this price range. * 3 fine restaurants on-site * Very reasonable rates (with our corporate discount) & breakfast included * Each room has French door entrances overlooking a courtyard * Multiple pools * Free Wi-Fi internet * Convenient covered parking under the building Negatives: * Some may consider the area beyond the courtyard in front of hotel to be undesirable, or even unsafe at night, but hotel vicinity is fine * Hotel difficult to find, and signs at border crossing can be confusing (Trust your GPS when it tells you to go PAST (but not through) the border crossing after you get off the freeway!) * Phone reservations were poorly done - given smoking room (asked for nonsmoking), name incorrect, rate incorrect, no email confirmation sent as promised (email address was noted incorrectly), so we did not find the errors until check-in time * Had flooding problems when raining. Many lobby doors, and some room doors were barricaded with towels and sand bags. This hotel has more charm than the chain hotels at a similar (or even lower) price point. The neighborhood is authentic Laredo and that is a negative or positive depending on how you take it. I would recommend the hotel to my friends, as I think if they are staying there for the first time, they will come away pleasantly surprised. read more

As far as location goes, it's ideal. A few exits away from the mall, the border (if indeed it were safe to cross) and the downtown shopping. Cute hotel, I liked the set up. Pros: the location, the double bedrooms were adorable. The free wifi is helpful, the concierge level is a MUST. Breakfast was free and so was the booze. The woman who runs it was sweet, attentive and caring. Cons: the valet barely spoke english, he told me my car was parked on a level that it wasn't (which was worrisome that close to the border). The front desk didn't speak proper english and were very rude. I paid a good price for the quality of the room. The service, not so much. Also, some things I think worth mentioning... I asked the concierge where was an upscale place to eat and she said she had no idea. I asked about places nearby and naturally, she suggested the zaragoza grill attached to the hotel. I had my cup empty several times, the waiters were so busy conversing. All I ask for at a restaurant is clean dishware and a smile when they feed me. Can't even get that. Shame. read more

Let me go ahead and get the negative over with.... The swim-up pool bar has been closed for some time....disappointing but I got over it- real quick This is the most elegant, charming hotel I have been to in years. The staff is most attentive. My husband recognized many of the staff members from his stay there in the 60's on the day the hotel opened. Very courteous and dedicated team. The grounds are beautiful, and pool areas well kept. The rooms are magnificent. We were moved from our room to a suite due to cable issues in our original room and it was a warm, inviting 2 room suite overlooking the river. We enjoyed drinks at the Zaragoza Grill prior to dinner. Esteban was one of the originals there as well, and we enjoyed reminiscing with him before heading off to dinner at the Tack Room. This is must for dinner. The prime rib at the Tack Room was delicious, the service perfect, and ambiance elegant. Understand, this is a small dining room up stairs. Limited seating inside and a few tables outside, so go early. Dinner for 2 was $93.00 with a glass of e.wine for each of us....and worth every penny. We only went for one night- a Friday- and will be back for a longer stay. It's an amazing hotel, with the staff and amenities to match. Don't be disappointed and stay for only a day.... read more

The hotel is beautiful. It feels safe, although it's right on the border line, they have 24/7 secured parking which makes me feel 100% safer. We love everything about this hotel but what's even better is the customer service. Highly highly suggest a stay here. Only place I'll ever stay if we're in Laredo. read more

Classic hotel with loads of charm long gone in today's chain hotels. Our room was lovely and nicely furnished though it showed some age with some spots on the furniture and a bit of frayed carpeting, Hotel staff was accomodating and helpful. The hotel site is an interesting and historic part of old Laredo. We enjoyed the museum located next to the lobby. We parked ourselves in the hotel's garage located underneath the hotel. Be prepared for a tight squeeze as you wind your way down to lower levels. We would happily return. read more

A charming, old world style hotel. I've been fortunate to be able to stay at La Posada a few times over the last several years and this place has not lost its charm! Recently, I coordinated a conference using La Posada catering and room block. The staff couldn't have been more flexible and helpful. The food was delicious and everything was set up as asked and on time! read more

I had room 121 on 03/05 Room was very hot- I was given a first floor room could hear every noise in courtyard,adjoining room and room above. Had do not disturb sign up and housekeeper are in unannounced at 7am worst night ever read more