I was at the Villager Lodge earlier this year and all I can say is yikes!! My reservations for another hotel had fallen through and everything was booked. I began calling every hotel in town and unfortunately for me, the Villager Lodge was #3 on my list. The guy who answered made it sound like a dream.
I was desperate and tired and could only think of getting some sleep. Well, I got to the "Lodge" and I should have listened to my inner voice telling me to get the heck outta there. I didn't and got stuck in a room that smelled worse than a run-down bar. The characters staying there were more than questionable. The neighborhood in the area was also not that welcoming. The sheets, bathroom and carpet were beyond filthy. The door barely locked and I didn't feel safe at all.
I stayed up all night long because I was scared to sleep on the bed. I ended up calling home and my parents sent me money. The wonderful folks at the Travelodge worked hard to get me a room in their hotel.
BEWARE!!! This is not a joke! This hotel is a place for crack heads and hookers! I still can't believe that the people at the San Antonio CVB have them listed on their website!
If you're ever in San Antonio stay at the Travelodge, Hilton or the Marriott!
- Villager Hotel San Antonio
