This well-maintained, upscale chain is periodically updated, and does a fine job of melding old-time charm with modern comforts. It's a historic property with neutral, pleasant (if chain-like) rooms, in the heart of downtown San Antonio, within walking distance of most major attractions.
This well-maintained, upscale chain is periodically updated, and does a fine job of melding old-time charm with modern comforts. It's a historic property with neutral, pleasant (if chain-like) rooms, in the heart of downtown San Antonio, within walking distance of most major attractions.
The Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort and Spa is a rustic, yet sophisticated resort set on 300 acres in scenic Texas Hill Country. It's a tranquil and relaxing upscale resort that is family-friendly and hosts many group functions in its large conference center. The 27-hole golf complex includes a pro shop and the full-service spa has 21 treatment rooms. Guests get free access to the spa’s steam room and sauna, and it's five outdoor heated pools, plus a surf simulator, are open year-round. Its 500 guest rooms are spacious and fresh from a 2013 renovation, but bathrooms are small. Downsides include the daily resort fee and the isolated location, a drive from San Antonio. Another nearby resort worth considering is the La Cantera Hill Country Resort, but expect to pay a bit more there.
The Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort and Spa is a rustic, yet sophisticated resort set on 300 acres in scenic Texas Hill Country. It's a tranquil and relaxing upscale resort that is family-friendly and hosts many group functions in its large conference center. The 27-hole golf complex includes a pro shop and the full-service spa has 21 treatment rooms. Guests get free access to the spa’s steam room and sauna, and it's five outdoor heated pools, plus a surf simulator, are open year-round. Its 500 guest rooms are spacious and fresh from a 2013 renovation, but bathrooms are small. Downsides include the daily resort fee and the isolated location, a drive from San Antonio. Another nearby resort worth considering is the La Cantera Hill Country Resort, but expect to pay a bit more there.
The budget Hampton Inn & Suites San Antonio-Downtown/Market Square is a great value for those who don’t want to pay the price of a River Walk hotel, but still want to be close to downtown attractions. One main draw is free parking, which is hard to find in the area, though the lot does occasionally fill up. The 108 generic rooms are well-maintained and spacious, with free in-room movies, mini-fridges, and coffeemakers, plus microwaves. Solid features include an impressive free breakfast with hot and cold items, free Wi-Fi, an indoor swimming pool, a small fitness center, and laundry facilities for guests. Although there are no restaurant or bar on-site, there are a grocery store right across the street and some restaurants nearby. It's worth looking at rates for the more central Sheraton Gunter Hotel San Antonio.
The budget Hampton Inn & Suites San Antonio-Downtown/Market Square is a great value for those who don’t want to pay the price of a River Walk hotel, but still want to be close to downtown attractions. One main draw is free parking, which is hard to find in the area, though the lot does occasionally fill up. The 108 generic rooms are well-maintained and spacious, with free in-room movies, mini-fridges, and coffeemakers, plus microwaves. Solid features include an impressive free breakfast with hot and cold items, free Wi-Fi, an indoor swimming pool, a small fitness center, and laundry facilities for guests. Although there are no restaurant or bar on-site, there are a grocery store right across the street and some restaurants nearby. It's worth looking at rates for the more central Sheraton Gunter Hotel San Antonio.
The 410-room Wyndham San Antonio Riverwalk is an upper-middle-range property ideal for business travelers or tourists looking for a downtown stay slightly removed from the action. The lively center of the River Walk is a quick eight-minute walk, while the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center is eight minutes away by car. Neutral-toned rooms have generic contemporary furnishings equipped with flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers, safes, and free Wi-Fi. Some guests, however, have complained of noise from air-conditioning units and nearby bars. Quality features include a heated rooftop pool with pleasant views, a large 24-hour fitness center, business center, and spa offering massage treatments. A bar and restaurant are on-site, but food is reportedly average. Travelers may prefer the similarly priced Menger Hotel, which is a historic hotel next to the Alamo.
The 410-room Wyndham San Antonio Riverwalk is an upper-middle-range property ideal for business travelers or tourists looking for a downtown stay slightly removed from the action. The lively center of the River Walk is a quick eight-minute walk, while the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center is eight minutes away by car. Neutral-toned rooms have generic contemporary furnishings equipped with flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers, safes, and free Wi-Fi. Some guests, however, have complained of noise from air-conditioning units and nearby bars. Quality features include a heated rooftop pool with pleasant views, a large 24-hour fitness center, business center, and spa offering massage treatments. A bar and restaurant are on-site, but food is reportedly average. Travelers may prefer the similarly priced Menger Hotel, which is a historic hotel next to the Alamo.
An upper-middle-range property in beautiful Texas Hill Country, the Hyatt Residence Club San Antonio, Wild Oak Ranch takes full advantage of its location with 39 acres of grounds dotted with nature trails, fire pits, a movie pavilion, and a slew of on-site amenities. While some features are located at the four-pearl sister property a short drive away, guests choose the Ranch to save some cash while still getting access to the other resort. On-site activities at this hotel, however, are still plentiful (a kids' camp, fitness classes, mini-golf) and families appreciate the large, apartment-style rooms.
An upper-middle-range property in beautiful Texas Hill Country, the Hyatt Residence Club San Antonio, Wild Oak Ranch takes full advantage of its location with 39 acres of grounds dotted with nature trails, fire pits, a movie pavilion, and a slew of on-site amenities. While some features are located at the four-pearl sister property a short drive away, guests choose the Ranch to save some cash while still getting access to the other resort. On-site activities at this hotel, however, are still plentiful (a kids' camp, fitness classes, mini-golf) and families appreciate the large, apartment-style rooms.
The upper-middle-range Riverwalk Plaza Hotel & Suites is loaded with whimsically funky style. Public spaces feature hand-painted murals, terrazzo floors, and mosaics that pay homage to San Antonio and its iconic River Walk. It’s in a quiet location that’s still adjacent to a River Walk entrance, although it's about a seven-minute walk to its main entrance. Its 129 rooms have mini-fridges and bathrooms with wood vanities and dual showerheads, and some offer balconies or patios. The heated outdoor pool is open year-round and surrounded by a lovely courtyard, and there’s a coffee shop, restaurant, and bar on-site. Travelers might also want to consider the Riverwalk Vista, which includes a hot breakfast in the rates.
The upper-middle-range Riverwalk Plaza Hotel & Suites is loaded with whimsically funky style. Public spaces feature hand-painted murals, terrazzo floors, and mosaics that pay homage to San Antonio and its iconic River Walk. It’s in a quiet location that’s still adjacent to a River Walk entrance, although it's about a seven-minute walk to its main entrance. Its 129 rooms have mini-fridges and bathrooms with wood vanities and dual showerheads, and some offer balconies or patios. The heated outdoor pool is open year-round and surrounded by a lovely courtyard, and there’s a coffee shop, restaurant, and bar on-site. Travelers might also want to consider the Riverwalk Vista, which includes a hot breakfast in the rates.
The luxury Mokara is one of San Antonio’s most luxurious hotels. The boutique hotel sits on a prime location right on the River Walk, and has such swanky amenities as a stately lobby, a signature spa, a riverfront seafood restaurant, and a beautiful rooftop pool with drink service and excellent city views. Some of the 99 rooms have far better views than others (as in: river versus brick walls), but all are bright and sophisticated, with romantic features like iron four-poster beds and two-person soaking tubs. Pampering service is another highlight: guests can expect nightly turndowns and 24-hour room service, which includes free coffee or tea delivery at any time. Travelers looking to stay on the River Walk chould compare rates with Emily Morgan Hotel, a larger, less luxe hotel right across from the Alamo.
The luxury Mokara is one of San Antonio’s most luxurious hotels. The boutique hotel sits on a prime location right on the River Walk, and has such swanky amenities as a stately lobby, a signature spa, a riverfront seafood restaurant, and a beautiful rooftop pool with drink service and excellent city views. Some of the 99 rooms have far better views than others (as in: river versus brick walls), but all are bright and sophisticated, with romantic features like iron four-poster beds and two-person soaking tubs. Pampering service is another highlight: guests can expect nightly turndowns and 24-hour room service, which includes free coffee or tea delivery at any time. Travelers looking to stay on the River Walk chould compare rates with Emily Morgan Hotel, a larger, less luxe hotel right across from the Alamo.
This mid-range Homewood Suites by Hilton is a comfortable and contemporary apartment-style hotel that’s convenient for families visiting SeaWorld or Lackland Air Force Base. Its location off a highway makes it easy for visitors to drive to nearby attractions, but the surrounding is mainly chain restaurants and downtown San Antonio is at least a 20-minute drive away. All 109 rooms have kitchenettes with quality cooking appliances, separate living room areas, and free Wi-Fi, though there are occasional maintenance issues. Features include a modern fitness center, outdoor swimming pool, free parking, laundry machines, and shop selling snacks. All rates include a hot and cold breakfast spread and dinner with wine and beer select nights. This is an excellent pick for the area, but travelers looking to be closer to tourist sights should consider the Comfort Suites Alamo/Riverwalk.
This mid-range Homewood Suites by Hilton is a comfortable and contemporary apartment-style hotel that’s convenient for families visiting SeaWorld or Lackland Air Force Base. Its location off a highway makes it easy for visitors to drive to nearby attractions, but the surrounding is mainly chain restaurants and downtown San Antonio is at least a 20-minute drive away. All 109 rooms have kitchenettes with quality cooking appliances, separate living room areas, and free Wi-Fi, though there are occasional maintenance issues. Features include a modern fitness center, outdoor swimming pool, free parking, laundry machines, and shop selling snacks. All rates include a hot and cold breakfast spread and dinner with wine and beer select nights. This is an excellent pick for the area, but travelers looking to be closer to tourist sights should consider the Comfort Suites Alamo/Riverwalk.
The upscale St. Anthony, a Luxury Collection Hotel, is an elegant Victorian-era landmark centrally located just three blocks from the Alamo. Built in 1909, the hotel's architecture and decor evoke its rich history, while serving up modern comforts and plenty of style. Its 277 chic guest rooms mix contemporary furnishings with vintage touches and have sleek bathrooms, though Wi-Fi incurs an extra fee (free for SPG members). A lovely rooftop pool offers private cabanas and cozy fire pits, while dining options include a fine-dining restaurant, historic bar with a Jazz Age feel, and a cocktail lounge with a menu inspired by rumored ghosts haunting the property. In addition to a bright fitness center, the hotel offers 15 meeting rooms. The nearby Mokara Hotel & Spa offers free Wi-Fi as well as a spa, but rates are more expensive.
The upscale St. Anthony, a Luxury Collection Hotel, is an elegant Victorian-era landmark centrally located just three blocks from the Alamo. Built in 1909, the hotel's architecture and decor evoke its rich history, while serving up modern comforts and plenty of style. Its 277 chic guest rooms mix contemporary furnishings with vintage touches and have sleek bathrooms, though Wi-Fi incurs an extra fee (free for SPG members). A lovely rooftop pool offers private cabanas and cozy fire pits, while dining options include a fine-dining restaurant, historic bar with a Jazz Age feel, and a cocktail lounge with a menu inspired by rumored ghosts haunting the property. In addition to a bright fitness center, the hotel offers 15 meeting rooms. The nearby Mokara Hotel & Spa offers free Wi-Fi as well as a spa, but rates are more expensive.
Located on a quiet section of San Antonio's famous River Walk, this upper-middle-range Wyndham Garden property offers generic chain rooms at an affordable rate. It's a short walk to the San Antonio Museum of Art, but it will take 20 minutes to walk to the main hub on the river. The 131 non-smoking rooms are comfortable and well-outfitted with minibars, flat-screen TVs, and coffeemakers, plus some have furnished balconies with pretty vistas. The Southern flare is reflected in the well-reviewed cajun restaurant on-site, which has both indoor and outdoor seating. Other key features include a heated outdoor pool with hot tub, well-lit fitness center, free Wi-Fi, and pet-friendly policy for a fee. Note that there’s only valet parking available. The similarly priced Crockett Hotel is next to The Alamo and closer to the River Walk hub, though not along it.
Located on a quiet section of San Antonio's famous River Walk, this upper-middle-range Wyndham Garden property offers generic chain rooms at an affordable rate. It's a short walk to the San Antonio Museum of Art, but it will take 20 minutes to walk to the main hub on the river. The 131 non-smoking rooms are comfortable and well-outfitted with minibars, flat-screen TVs, and coffeemakers, plus some have furnished balconies with pretty vistas. The Southern flare is reflected in the well-reviewed cajun restaurant on-site, which has both indoor and outdoor seating. Other key features include a heated outdoor pool with hot tub, well-lit fitness center, free Wi-Fi, and pet-friendly policy for a fee. Note that there’s only valet parking available. The similarly priced Crockett Hotel is next to The Alamo and closer to the River Walk hub, though not along it.