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San Antonio has many different options when it comes to where to stay. The bulk of the hotels are located in the Downtown, River Walk and Loop areas, with some other choices outside the city.
Downtown/King William/South Town
A few steps off the river, you will find many downtown hotels. All keep you within the River Walk area; they are only a short walk from the river, shopping, dining and entertainment yet are far enough removed to provide a welcome respite from the noise. The historic Menger, the Emily Morgan Ramada, and the Holiday Inn Crockett hotels, all on Alamo Plaza, are actually next door to the Alamo and a stone’s throw away from the Rivercenter Mall. The Gunter Hotel, with its magnificent lobby and intriguing history, is a wonderful choice, especially if you plan to enjoy the Symphony or a theatrical performance at the restored Majestic Theater across the street. The Marriott Plaza Hotel, with its breath-taking courtyard and award-winning restaurant, hosts many illustrious visitors, as does the smaller Fairmount Inn a few blocks away. As far as moderate hotels go, downtown offers several properties, including Hampton Inn, La Quinta and the Sumner Suites.
Should bed-and-breakfasts be more to your liking, visit the Arbor Inn and Suites tucked away behind the Plaza Hotel.
River Walk
The River Walk is so popular with tourists, conventioneers and celebratory locals that rooms book far in advance. While there are many hotel properties downtown, there are a limited few with actual river frontage. All are by far luxury hotels, with prices to match, but the novelty of having the River Walk outside your door and the proximity to the plethora of shops, restaurants and entertainment along the river are well worth the expense. The Hyatt Regency is in the heart of it all; it provides a great short cut to the Alamo through its lobby. La Mansion del Rio provides a little peace and quiet on the river within its historic walls. The newest kid on the block, The Westin River Walk, offers its distinct luxury toward the southern end of the entertainment strip. Other River Walk options include the Marriott Rivercenter, the Marriott Riverwalk, the Hilton Palacio del Rio and the Homewood Suites.
The Loop/North Central
Interstate Highway Loop 410 is dotted with numerous moderate and inexpensive hotel options. Anchored by the Airport Hilton and the Embassy Suites, the Loop offers many well-known chains including La Quinta, Holiday Inn Select and Courtyard by Marriott. Expect the usual clean rooms and limited amenities here but marvel at the accommodating price structure. You can usually snag a good deal since the area hotels rely on luring guests away from River Walk properties with their cheaper prices. If the Loop properties are full, simply travel up Highway 281 or Interstate 10 to find more locations.
Resorts/Six Flags
Further out from the city’s center are two of the most acclaimed resorts in the state. The Hyatt Hill Country Resort, nestled in the hills near Sea World, offers guests a luxurious stay with thoughtful amenities, exquisite dining and a challenging golf course. Further north near Six Flags Fiesta Texas, the Westin La Cantera Resort likewise offers a luxurious escape from the city and a challenging golf course that also happens to be home of the Texas Open, a stop on the Professional Golf Association Tour.
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