The Best Hotels to Book Near the River Walk, San Antonio

Make yourself at home in one of the 37 Euro-luxe rooms at the historic Fairmount. Small but mighty, each room is dressed in unique decor. The Victorian-era rooms and suites are comfy, full of antiques, and come with a nightly turndown service. Modern expectations are met at the hotel, too, with its lush courtyard, stunning rooftop area, and three award-winning restaurants and bars.

For a taste of Cuba in the South, consider a stay at the Hotel Havana. Built in the early 1900s, and renovated with a touch of nostalgic glamor, the hotel carries a Mediterranean Revival design gracefully throughout each room, suite and penthouse. While no two rooms are alike, each is thoughtfully decorated with a mix of modern conveniences and antique pieces, such as cast-iron beds, retro radios and colorful furniture. Stop by the glass-enclosed bar and restaurant, Ocho, for antojitos and pan-Latin-influenced drink specials.

Perfect for art aficionados, Hotel Contessa offers stylish suites. Each has separate bedrooms with wood furniture and floor-to-ceiling windows with river or city views, while the hotel is decorated with Picasso-esque artwork by local artists. There’s also a serene rooftop pool, a spa and fitness center. Sample the drinks at the riverfront restaurant, Ambler, where the agave cocktails are infused with the quintessential flavors of the Lone Star State.

Mokara is the perfect place to stay if you intend to spend a fair bit of time in San Antonio. Decorated in muted tones, the rooms feature wood and marble finishes, cozy beds with fine linens, and spa-like bathrooms with jetted tubs and custom bath products. With a 24-hour fitness center, award-winning spa, complimentary coffee delivery service and rooftop pool, this hotel is ideal if you want a touch of indulgence on your trip.

A brewhouse in the late 19th century, this building was converted into a luxury, modern hotel. The distinctive rooms and suites were designed with industrial details such as custom-made furniture, original artwork, handmade Spanish porcelain tiles, original stonework and exposed brick walls. Expect a welcome La Babia margarita, made with freshly squeezed lime juice, orange liqueur and premium tequila. A stay comes with perks – an icebox pantry with seasonally sourced South Texas treats, tailor-made robes, round-the-clock coffee, and free-to-use Electra bikes to cruise around town. The hotel also has a rooftop pool with an accompanying bar made from a 1960s beer delivery truck, a fitness center and a handsomely decorated 3,700-volume library.

Travelers wanting European-style on their trip won’t do much better than the Eilan, the only luxury boutique hotel north of the River Walk. This lavish escape offers rooms and suites inspired by the villas of Italy. The highlights include a large pool with private cabanas, a fitness center with a dance studio, an indoor pool and two tennis courts. The staff provide plenty of perks, including a free shuttle to the main shopping area and a wine tasting.