San Antonio
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San Antonio
San Antonio, the second-biggest city in Texas, is a major metropolitan hub full of attractions for you to enjoy. Home to one of Texas’ most famous spots – the Alamo – this unique site was established in 1718 to serve Spanish colonial missions in North America. Another famous attraction to visit close to the Alamo is the popular River Walk, aka Paseo del Rio, the largest urban ecosystem in the nation. A verdant oasis of cypress-lined paved paths, arched stone bridges and lush landscapes, it is no surprise that this beautiful river attracts millions of visitors each year.
For those wishing to explore more than the centre of the city, you will be able to find all of this and more in Texas Hill Country. Visit the Government Canyon State Natural Area, where 40 miles of hiking and biking trails lead to rugged canyons, scenic overlooks, spring-fed creeks and rolling prairies. And if you’d prefer to get even more active, you can do this by playing one of the fifty golf courses in San Antonio – we recommend Brackenridge Park Golf Course – the original of the Texas Open!
Holiday Ideas
Our Favourite Stays
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Antonio DowntownModerateFrom £165 per room per night
This hotel is
a half mile from Historic Market Square and a mile from the Riverwalk. The Shops at Rivercenter, and the Alamo are within 10 minutes.
The hotel has a pool and Wi-Fi with a free weekend shuttle to Downtown attractions.
The Menger HotelFirst ClassFrom £170 per room per night
Built in 1859, the hotel retains many of its original features, and has become an important part of San Antonio's history. It is located adjacent to the Alamo and Rivercenter Mall.
The hotel offers the famous Colonial Room Restaurant, Menger Bar, a large heated swimming pool, full service spa, fitness room and jacuzzi. The room amenities include flat screen TV, iron/ironing board, hairdryer and coffee/tea maker. Cribs, rollaway beds and refrigerators are available on request. Children under 18 stay free in the room when sharing existing bedding.
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Antonio RiverwalkModerateFrom £175 per room per night
This hotel is in the heart of San Antonio, minutes from the River Walk and legendary Alamo.
This hotel has free Wi-Fi and hot breakfast served daily, an outdoor pool, and full-service lounge.
Emily Morgan HotelFirst ClassFrom £175 per room per night
The Emily Morgan Hotel is a San Antonio Landmark by the riverwalk.
The hotel has 177 rooms, on-site dining at the award-winning Oro Restaurant and Bar and easy access to the Alamo and San Antonio Riverwalk. The amenities are Complimentary WiFi, sweet dream doubleTree bed, flat screen LCD HDTV, iHome Alarm Clock & In Room Safe, premier waffle cotton robes and front desk text message Service.
Hotel ValenciaDeluxeFrom £245 per room per night
Situated in a prime location on the San Antonio River Walk.
The hotel offers 213 rooms and suites, impeccably designed in Spanish Colonial style by Rottet Studios. Select rooms feature balconies with scenic views of the River Walk or the hotel courtyard, and all offer custom-designed beds and conveniences like complimentary Wi-Fi.
Westin RiverwalkDeluxeFrom £275 per room per night
This Westin hotel sits right next to the famous riverside pedestrian thoroughfare and the well-known Alamo, with its shops and cafes.
This popular hotel has 473 rooms with Wi-Fi, a coffee maker, iron, ironing board, TV, air-conditioning and hairdryer. The hotel has two restaurants, a lounge bar, heated outdoor pool, spa, gift shop, fitness centre and sauna. Children under 18 stay free when sharing existing bedding.