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About

Rio Plaza, a private event venue on the San Antonio River Walk, hosts weddings for couples in seven unique rooms. This Spanish style city venue offers earth-tone walls and natural light for a couple’s big day. Rio Plaza can be found in the heart of downtown San Antonio with nearby access to several local attractions and hotels.

Facilities and Capacity

With six private spaces, couples can host an intimate wedding of 20 guests or large celebration of 300 guests:

  • Grande Vista - Panoramic Views & Unique Domed Cieling | 160 guests
  • Las Leyendas and Balcony - Intimate Setting & Skyline Views | 32 guests
  • Penthouse - Hand Painted Walls & Dark Wooden Bookcase | 40 guests
  • Cielo Vista - Dark Oak Bar & Terrace | 48 guests
  • Calle Vista - Spanish Accents & Wooden Beams | 80 guests
  • Salon Azul - Bright Features & Terrace | 32 guests


Services Offered
Couples will find much-needed wedding day services through this venue, such as assistance with cleanup and setup, and access to wireless Internet. The professional staff at the Rio Plaza also offer the following services to couples:

  • Tables & Chairs
  • Venue Planner
  • Basic Linens (Black, White, or Ivory)
  • Day-Of Coordinator
  • In-house bar
  • Preferred Caterers

Other Services
Couples can celebrate more than their wedding reception in one of this venue’s many classic rooms. The Rio Plaza also welcomes couples for their:

  • Bachelorette/bachelor party
  • Bridal shower
  • Ceremony
  • Elopement
  • Engagement party
  • Rehearsal dinner
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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$4,900

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$4,900

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$2,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$2,000

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Chairs
Event Planning
Parking
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$13

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

10

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

6

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall
Historic Building
Rooftop
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Outside Cake
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Centerpieces
Chairs
Decor
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

February
March
April
May
June
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
July
August
September

Reviews of Rio Plaza

R
Rose Sent on 01/22/2020
5 out of 5 rating

A Dream Come True

My husband and I are so happy we chose Rio Plaza for our wedding venue. There were other places that would have worked for us but the large windows overlooking the Riverwalk from the Grande Vista helped to top them all for our reception and having our ceremony on their rooftop was everything we hoped for. Christine Blankenship was always welcoming and responded in a timely, friendly, and professional manner during our planning process and always made us feel like she understood that even though she does this multiple times a week that this was going to be our one and only wedding. We really appreciated her patience and grace while we were planning and had multiple questions, sometimes the same question a few times; a blessing to a nervous bride-to-be. The set up for our ceremony area was exactly how we envisioned it as well as the reception room which was set up beautifully; Christine worked wonderfully and professionally with our vendors. During our reception, Christine, Kimberly and the rest of the Rio Plaza staff were friendly to our guests, assisting, directing and checking on us to make sure we had our deliciously made food which was also catered by Rio Plaza, and drinks throughout the evening. We are so thankful for them because it really does fly by. Thank you Rio Plaza, Christine and all the staff members that worked to make our wedding day extra special. My husband is still getting messages and comments from friends and family that it was the best wedding they’ve ever been to.
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Patricia Sent on 06/06/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Sweet 16

Kimberly was awesome! She helped make my daughter’s night a dream come true!
Annelise
Annelise Sent on 11/11/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Great space, wonderful staff

We had a great experience with Rio Plaza. Unfortunately, the pandemic required us to postpone our wedding celebration. Although we had a small hiccup in communication due to staff turnover during the pandemic, the owner and other staff were extremely quick to remedy the situation. They were fantastic and very flexible in helping us plan our reception. We were able to go look at the space more than once, and we met several times with the owner and Kimberly to go over details. Kimberly was so kind and prompt in all her communication, and was very attentive on the day of the wedding. It seemed that anything I thought to ask, she had already thought of and accommodated! The wait staff was great, and all our guests expressed how much they enjoyed the venue. After having such a wonderful experience with Rio Plaza, I feel I can highly recommend this venue!
Hope
Hope Sent on 10/27/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Venue and Staff

Kimberly went above and beyond to make sure our day was perfect! The hiccups that were thrown into our plan because of the pandemic were seamlessly resolved to make sure we had everything we envisioned.
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Alex Sent on 04/02/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Very accommodating for long distance planning

We planned from North Carolina. They did great! Providing pictures, ideas, and feedback that made our day great!
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Ruben Sent on 01/19/2020
5 out of 5 rating

A Magical Night

The Rio staff made my wedding night a night to remember for everyone attending.
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Eric Sent on 01/15/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing !!!!!

Everything was perfectly planned and set up! Beautiful view as well .
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Amanda Sent on 01/03/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Christine was amazing!

We looked into Rio Plaza because we wanted to do downtown San Antonio at Christmas time. We met with a couple downtown vendors but the Grande Vista room won us over with their windows overlooking the river walk and their comprehensive package. Our coordinator was Christine Blankenship and she went out of her way to help us out when we needed or to accommodate requests that we had! Super responsive and friendly, overall great experience! Super thankful for her!
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Teresita Sent on 12/28/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Totally satisfied

Christine and her team made the wedding weekend go off without a glitch. We were totally satisfied.
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Grace Sent on 11/22/2019
5 out of 5 rating

I can’t think of anything to improve!

I am so happy that we chose to have our wedding reception at Rio Plaza in the Grande Vista room! From the first look at the venue, Christine was so helpful. She answered every question I had and made us feel comfortable about everything. She walked us through every step, and made sure we had everything we wanted. They were really quick to respond to any question or email I sent and I got advice and suggestions where I needed it. The reception went off without a hitch, thanks to Christine being there to coordinate. I highly recommend this venue! We had an absolutely beautiful reception on the river walk, the price was very reasonable, and the food was excellent. Thank you!!!
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Awards

164
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

2 Endorsements
Tiffany Reid & Co. Tiffany Reid & Co. Wedding Planners

Working with the Rio Plaza was beyond wonderful. Melanie is such a pro & her team rocks!

Aly Am Paperie Invitations & Gifts Aly Am Paperie Invitations & Gifts Wedding Invitations

We've had the pleasure of creating stunning one of a kind invitations for several brides using this facility for their rehearsal dinner. We have heard nothing but kind words about them...I would recommend calling them sooner than later to tour the grounds before your special day is all booked up!

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Map

Rio Plaza frequently asked questions

Rio Plaza includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • Event Planning
  • Parking
  • Tables
Rio Plaza includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Rio Plaza includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
The space offered by Rio Plaza for wedding events is known for:
  • Banquet Hall
  • Historic Building
  • Rooftop
  • Waterfront
Rio Plaza offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Rio Plaza offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Rio Plaza offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Rio Plaza offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Decor
  • Tables
Rio Plaza is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in flexibility, 4.9 in professionalism and 4.9 in value.
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