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!
Suggested Itineraries
Suggested Accommodation
Holiday Inn Downtown Market SquareModerateFrom £52 per room per night
Within walking distance of the Riverwalk and Alamo, as well as other attractions, this Holiday Inn is conveniently located.
This centrally located hotel offers a restaurant, outdoor pool, whirlpool and fitness centre. The 315 spacious rooms are well equipped with tea/coffee maker, Wi-Fi iron and ironing board and hairdryer. The rooms also come with either a city or pool view and select rooms have balconies.
The Menger HotelFirst ClassFrom £125 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.
Westin RiverwalkDeluxeFrom £159 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.