By Christie Leman
San Antonio is a city rich in history and culture, featuring many great attractions that bring in visitors from all over the country. Perhaps the most acclaimed San Antonio attraction is the Riverwalk that curves its way through downtown and is lined with hotels, restaurants, shops and historical buildings. While there are many hotels in San Antonio, there are several that are near the Riverwalk, making them convenient for any traveler to the city.
Watermark Hotel and Spa
The Watermark Hotel and Spa offers a peaceful, luxurious environment. Marble bathrooms, wrought-iron four-poster beds and renowned spa facilities are a few of the amenities available to guests.
Watermark Hotel and Spa
212 W Crockett St
San Antonio, Texas 78205
Telephone: (866) 605-1212
Omni La Mansion del Rio
No list of hotels near the Riverwalk is complete without the impressive and stately Omni La Mansion del Rio. This hotel features a grand hacienda style with antique furnishings and balconies overlooking the river, the interior courtyard or the city in every room.
Omni La Mansion del Rio
112 College St.
San Antonio, Texas 78205
Telephone: (210) 518-1000
Hotel Contessa
This four-star hotel offers guests luxury-suite accommodations with floor-to-ceiling windows offering views of the river or downtown. The Hotel Contessa also features a rooftop pool and Spanish restaurant with dining on the river available.
Hotel Contessa
306 W. Market St.
San Antonio, Texas 78205
Telephone: (210) 229-9222
Hotel Valencia
Hotel Valencia features more than 200 guest rooms with marble bathrooms and ultracomfortable seven-layer beds, many featuring beautiful river views.
Hotel Valencia
150 E. Houston St.
San Antonio, Texas 78205
Telephone: (210) 227-9700
Grand Hyatt San Antonio
As one of the best hotels near the Riverwalk, the Grand Hyatt San Antonio features Grand Hyatt beds in every room, a pool, fitness center and a restaurant serving Latin comfort food.
Grand Hyatt San Antonio
600 E. Market St.
San Antonio, Texas 78205
Telephone: (210) 224-1234
Westin Riverwalk
A top four-star hotel, the Westin Riverwalk sits on the river and features more than 450 guest rooms with marble baths, luxurious beds and a garden terrace.
Westin Riverwalk
420 W Market St.
San Antonio, Texas 78205
Telephone: (210) 224-6500
Marriott San Antonio Rivercenter
The Marriott San Antonio Rivercenter is a 1,000-plus room hotel that features direct access to the Riverwalk and the expansive Rivercenter Mall.
Marriott San Antonio Rivercenter
101 Bowie St.
San Antonio, Texas 78205
Telephone: (210) 223-1000
Hyatt Regency San Antonio
Guests at this hotel can relax in style, with rooms featuring views of the river or the hotel's atrium. Great city views also are available on the rooftop terrace that features a pool and spa.
Hyatt Regency San Antonio
123 Losoya St.
San Antonio, Texas 78205
Telephone: (210) 222-1234
Hilton Palacio del Rio
This hotel features private furnished balconies with city views in all rooms, as well as a pub, restaurant, sports bar and piano bar.
Hilton Palacio del Rio
200 S. Alamo St.
San Antonio, Texas 78205
Telephone: (210) 222-1400
Marriott San Antonio Riverwalk
Features of this hotel include Riverwalk access, room views of the river or city, massage and spa services, and a bar overlooking the Riverwalk.
Marriott San Antonio Riverwalk
889 E. Market St.
San Antonio, Texas 78205
Telephone: (210) 224-4555
About the Author:
Christie Leman is a public educator who has been writing informative articles on a variety of topics for five years. Her articles have appeared on several websites, including eHow, Associated Content and Examiner.com. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish and history from Texas A&M University and is a certified Texas teacher.
