The famous San Antonio Riverwalk (also known as the Paseo del Rio) is a network of trails along the San Antonio River which allows you to walk through much of downtown San Antonio along a scenic river path lined with restaurants, eclectic shops, and lively bars. There are several San Antonio hotels on the Riverwalk which allow immediate access to these pleasant trails, and many of the city’s main attractions can be reached on foot using these interesting walkways.
As the Riverwalk is so extensive in the downtown area, there are many hotels in downtown San Antonio near the Riverwalk which are not actually ‘on’ the Riverwalk, but the short distance you have to walk to access the river trails is negligible for most people.
Here is a selection of San Antonio Riverwalk hotels, most of which are located directly on the Riverwalk:
Mokara Hotel & Spa
Situated on the banks of the San Antonio Riverwalk, Mokara Hotel & Spa is a luxury San Antonio hotel in the heart of the action. The luxury guest accommodations are tastefully decorated and elegantly furnished with high ceilings, Jacuzzi tubs in the bathrooms, and free wireless internet access. Rooms with private balcony and beautiful views of the famous River Walk are available, as well as spacious suites with a generous living area. Ostra is the hotel’s award winning waterfront seafood restaurant and there is also more casual dining at the Rooftop Cafe. In addition, guests can take advantage of the hotel’s rooftop pool, impressive fitness center, and full service spa with 18 treatment rooms.
212 West Crockett Street · San Antonio · Texas · Tel: 210 396 5800
Website: www.mokarahotels.com
Drury Inn & Suites River Walk
Drury Inn & Suites River Walk enjoys an enviable location right by the San Antonio River Walk, with its wide variety of excellent restaurants, eclectic shopping and relaxing walks. The comfortable guest rooms feature flat screen LCD TVs, microwave oven, fridge, free wireless internet, 60 minutes of long distance calls plus free local calls. Other extras include a free hot breakfast, as well as hot food and drinks at 5.30pm. Guests can also enjoy an outdoor heated rooftop pool and whirlpool plus an exercise room.
201 N St Mary’s Street · San Antonio · Texas · Tel: 210 212 5200
Website: www.druryhotels.com
Courtyard San Antonio Riverwalk
Located on the River Walk close to the Alamo, the Courtyard San Antonio Riverwalk offers convenient lodging in the heart of downtown San Antonio. Guest rooms are bright and vibrant and offer either one king or two queen beds, large desk area with ergonomic chair, mini fridge, and free high speed wired and wireless internet. Rooms with a city view, balcony and sofa are also available. The Bistro offers American cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and there is a wide choice of restaurants close by. Amenities include a fitness center, outdoor salt water pool and whirlpool.
207 N. St Mary’s Street · San Antonio · Texas · Tel: 210 223 8888
Website: www.marriott.com
Homewood Suites by Hilton San Antonio Riverwalk
This Homewood Suites by Hilton is an all suite downtown San Antonio hotel located in a historic building directly on the Riverwalk, also known as the Paseo del Rio. The one and two bedroom suites have separate bedrooms, living room with a sofa bed, dining area, fully equipped kitchens, and free high speed internet. A complimentary hot breakfast is provided each morning, and from Monday to Thursday there’s a free Welcome Home Reception in the evening which includes food items plus beer and wine. Hotel facilities include a rooftop swimming pool, hot tub, and fitness room.
432 West Market Street · San Antonio · Texas · Tel: 210 222 1515
Website: www.homewoodsuitesriverwalk.com
Riverwalk Plaza Hotel & Suites
This boutique hotel is conveniently situated near the San Antonio River Walk (15 yards away) and is within easy walking distance of all the main sights and attractions of the downtown area. The rooms, which have been recently renovated, are well appointed and comfortable and some rooms have a river view and balcony.There is also a selection of spacious suites available, including some with Jacuzzi tubs. All accommodations boast a flat screen TV, refrigerator, and high speed Wi-Fi. There is a tapas restaurant on site as well as a lounge bar. Other amenities include an outdoor heated swimming pool and fitness center,
100 Villita Street · San Antonio · TX · Tel: 210 225 1234
Website: www.riverwalkplaza.com
Embassy Suites Riverwalk Hotel
Enjoying a San Antonio Riverwalk location, Embassy Suites Riverwalk Hotel is a new upscale hotel in the heart of downtown. Accommodations, which are appointed in a traditional style, are in the form of 1 or 2 bedroom suites, each of which has a well equipped kitchen, separate living room, 32″ flat screen TV in each room, work area and high speed internet. Suites with balconies and views of the river are also available. Each morning a complimentary hot breakfast is offered and guests can enjoy the free appetizers and drinks at the Manager’s Reception each evening. In addition the nearby river trails are home to a wide array of excellent restaurants.
125 East Houston Street · San Antonio · Texas · Tel: 210 226 9000
Website: www.embassysuitesriverwalk.com
The Westin Riverwalk
Boasting a scenic waterfront location in the downtown core, The Westin Riverwalk San Antonio is an upscale hotel in San Antonio Texas. Choose between their spacious Traditional or Deluxe Rooms which are appointed in a Spanish style and sport 42″ flat screen TVs and large marble bathrooms, with the Deluxe Room having a private riverside or poolside balcony. For additional comfort and space there is also a selection of stylish suites available. Guests can enjoy a refined Italian meal in Zocca which is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and Cafecito is a great option for a quick coffee and a snack. Amenities include a gym, outdoor heated pool, sauna and spa.
420 West Market St · San Antonio · TX · Tel: 210 224 6500
Website: www.westinriverwalksanantonio.com
Hilton Palacio del Rio
The Hilton Palacio del Rio is one of the hotels on the Riverwalk in San Antonio closest to the Convention Center, being just across the road from the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center. The stylish rooms have a modern elegant feel, with all rooms having a private balcony with impressive city views. Ibiza Patio Restaurant and Bar offers dining Mediterranean style by the riverside, and there is also an Irish bar and a sports bar on site. Other facilities include an outdoor pool and fitness room.
200 South Alamo Street · San Antonio · Texas · Tel: 210 222 1400
Website: www.hilton.com
Hotel Contessa
Hotel Contessa is unique among San Antonio Riverwalk hotels, offering luxury suite accommodation directly on the river trail. The one bedroom suites have either one king or two double beds in the bedroom, plus a sleeper sofa in the separate living room, and are decorated in vibrant Mediterranean colors. Las Ramblas, the waterfront hotel restaurant, specializes in Spanish and Mediterranean cuisine including tapas, while the Cork Bar is the perfect place for cocktails and casual dining. Guests can also take advantage of the rooftop heated pool, fitness center, and spa.
306 W. Market Street · San Antonio · Texas · Tel: 210 229 9222
Website: www.thehotelcontessa.com
Omni La Mansión del Rio
Perched right by the side of the Paseo del Rio, this luxury San Antonio Riverwalk hotel is situated in downtown, within easy reach of all the main attractions. Guest accommodations benefit from a Spanish colonial decor and marble bathrooms, and Riverview Rooms with balconies are available. Las Canarias is a fine dining restaurant on the banks of the river and El Colegio is a bar offering Tex Mex fare. There is also a more casual restaurant, cafe and margarita bar on the property. A heated pool can be found in the courtyard, and hotel guests can take advantage of the fitness center at the nearby Mokara Hotel & Spa.
112 College Street · San Antonio · Texas · Tel: 210 518 1000
Website: www.omnihotels.com