By David Harris
San Antonio, located in South Texas, is one of the most visited cities in the state. San Antonio is home to a thriving Tejano population, the Alamo, several Spanish missions, its famous River Walk, Sea World and Six Flags. According to the San Antonio Convention and Visitors Bureau, more than 26 million people visit the city each year. For those who love sports, the NBA franchise is the San Antonio Spurs and the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo happens here as well.
Drury Plaza Hotel Riverwalk
The Drury Plaza Hotel is located along San Antonio's famous River Walk, a meandering walkway that leads to restaurants, bars and shops. Housed in a former bank, the hotel features a lavish lobby where guests can look at stained glass windows while enjoying a complimentary breakfast. All of the hotel's rooms come equipped with HD televisions and free wireless Internet. The Drury Plaza also features a rooftop pool and great proximity to other San Antonio attractions. An average night costs $150.
Drury Plaza Hotel Riverwalk
105 South St. Mary's Street
San Antonio, Texas 78205
(210) 270-7799
druryhotels.com/PropertyOverview.aspx?Property=0130
Riverwalk Vista
The Riverwalk Vista is a hotel that aims for a bed-and-breakfast ambiance. The hotel offers 17 rooms that feature large picture windows offering dramatic views of downtown San Antonio. Each room has a television and DVD player. The hotel also offers complimentary breakfast and at 5 p.m. every night, free wine. The Riverwalk Vista also sits right on San Antonio's famous River Walk and is within proximity of many of San Antonio's attractions. An average night costs $165.
Riverwalk Vista
262 Losoya St.
San Antonio, Texas 78205
(210)223-3200
riverwalkvista.com
Hotel Valencia Riverwalk
The Hotel Valencia Riverwalk offers 213 luxury rooms in a style that combines old world Italian flavor with modern comforts. Each room, equipped with luxury furniture, bed and plantation shutters, features complimentary Internet and newspaper. The hotel also features the restaurant Citrus and the trendy Vbar. Hotel Valencia is also designed to host events such as business meetings or weddings. It is 6 blocks away from the San Antonion Convention Center. An average night is $265.
Hotel Valencia Riverwalk
150 East Houston Street
San Antonio, Texas 78205
(866) 842 0100
hotelvalencia.com
About the Author:
David Harris is a writer living in Portland, Ore. He currently is the editor-in-chief of the online magazine Spectrum Culture. He holds a Master of Fine Arts in creative writing from Sarah Lawrence College.
