The Most Budget-Friendly Hotels in San Antonio, Texas
San Antonio, Texas, enjoys some of the highest tourist traffic in the state, with visitors from all walks of life coming to see attractions such as the Alamo and the River Walk. Fortunately, local hoteliers are savvy enough to have ensured people aren’t priced out of these experiences – there are numerous hotels around the city that offer great comfort with a reasonable price tag. Here are the best.
1. Menger Hotel
Boutique Hotel, Budget Hotel
The Menger is the oldest operating hotel west of the Mississippi, having opened in 1859, and has since grown into a behemoth with a rustic theme in all its 316 rooms with views over the Alamo. Despite the affordable prices, there are quality touches throughout, such as the palm garden, pool and restaurant, the latter of which used to be a favorite haunt of Oscar Wilde. If you are willing to part ways with a bit more cash, you can get a room with a hot tub and/or a kitchenette.
2. Omni San Antonio Hotel at the Colonnade
Budget Hotel
Of the two Omni hotels in San Antonio, the Colonnade iteration is more family-oriented, sporting two pools and childcare services. Adults can utilize the time away from the kids to enjoy a massage, or the sauna and hydrotherapy pool. As for the rooms, the Southern styling is strong with wood paneling throughout, but the price doesn’t mean the beds are any less plush or the views less impressive. The better rooms have balconies and patios, while the San Antonio air can also be enjoyed in the outdoor pool, which has a café and “float in” movie nights. There’s also an indoor pool with hot tubs, and a restaurant serving Caribbean and American dishes.
3. The Crockett Hotel
Hotel
4. Hotel Havana
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5. Hotel Gibbs Downtown Riverwalk
Boutique Hotel, Budget Hotel
In a past life, the Gibbs was a high-rise office run by a bank, just creeping into the jurisdiction of the Alamo compound. Post-conversion, it has become one of the most appealing (and affordable) hotels in the city, especially as it concerns the 1909 Taproom bar, favored by the local crowd. The rooms have marbled surfaces, spa-inspired bathrooms and big windows to take in the views. A taco bar awaits guests at breakfast, and there’s a 24-hour gym.
6. Tru by Hilton San Antonio Lackland SeaWorld
Budget Hotel, Chain Hotel
Attached to the San Antonio iteration of SeaWorld, Tru by Hilton provides links to all the major theme parks in the city, from Six Flags to Legoland. The rooms have a pared-down, modern feel without sacrificing comfort, and there’s an attractive rooftop bar and grill that further testifies to this. There’s also an indoor pool and 24-hour fitness center. Breakfasts are served in the common area, and there’s coffee and tea during the day, if you decide to stick around instead of shooting off to the adjacent attractions.
7. O’Brien Riverwalk Boutique Hotel
Boutique Hotel, Hotel
8. Riverwalk Plaza
Budget Hotel
The Riverwalk Plaza is arguably the trendiest hotel in San Antonio, with quirky Scandi-style furniture, board games available in the lounge and an attractive outdoor pool styled after a palm court. The rooms are modern and spacious with floor-to-ceiling windows fit for a hotel that overlooks the Alamo and the River Walk. There’s a cozy bar area, and breakfast is served daily. To keep kids occupied, there’s even an arcade.
For more options in San Antonio, read our guide to the best boutique hotels in the city – all bookable through Culture Trip. You can also check out the top hotels in San Antonio for a wide range of accommodation.
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