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Hotel Contessa - Suites on the RiverwalkvsHotel Valencia Riverwalk, San Antonio
Both Hotel Contessa and Hotel Valencia Riverwalk are highly recommended by writers. Overall, Hotel Valencia Riverwalk ranks marginally better than Hotel Contessa. Hotel Valencia Riverwalk is ranked #3 in San Antonio with positive reviews from 10 sources including Jetsetter, Frommer's and Zagat.
Hotel Contessa - Suites on the Riverwalk
Frommer's
Fodor's
Condé Nast Traveler
Star Service
Gayot
Lonely Planet
Frommer's
306 W Market St, San Antonio, TX 78205
From $239/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
"This is one of the newest hotels to be built on the river, and its location makes you wonder why someone waited so long to build here." Full review
"This exceptional boutique hotel... takes visitors away from the hustle and bustle of the River Walk, and gives them pause to relax in luxury." Full review
87.5
""A hidden gem tucked away on a quiet section of the River Walk," two blocks from the Alamo, this 2005 hotel has a marble lobby with glass sconces, palm trees, and a wall of water." Full review
"Designers recently set this hotel back on top, and the staff look just as fresh and frisky." Full review
"This contemporary River Walk lodging serves both business and leisure travelers."
"Fabulous, funky and design-driven, this Spanish castle-inspired hotel opened to acclaim in 2006." Full review
"All rooms have a large sitting area and separate bedrooms with king-size bed or two double beds, making them ideal for business travelers and families alike." Full review
Hotel Valencia Riverwalk, San Antonio
Fodor's
Oyster
Star Service
Gayot
Jetsetter
Zagat
Forbes Travel Guide
Condé Nast Traveler
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
150 East Houston Street, San Antonio, TX 78205
From $129/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
"One of a crop of new boutique hotels on the river, Hotel Valencia's puffed pillows for Hollywood big names like American Idol's Ryan Seacrest, Paula Abdul, and Simon Cowell." Full review
Upscale
"Hotel Valencia offers chic sophistication in the heart of downtown, along with comfortable, modern rooms and some nice views of the River Walk." Full review
"This remains one of the best options on the River Walk, a lively but no too loud part of the scene, offering thoroughly modern, high-tech comfort to a hip, sophisticated and well-heeled clientele." Full review
"This wonderfully contemporary hotel is located right on the popular River Walk, just four blocks from the Rivercenter Mall and six blocks from the San Antonio Convention Center."
"A trendy, luxurious stay at an upscale hotel with a perfect location in downtown San Antonio." Full review
"Swanky hotel cocktail bar with a view." Full review
"Hidden within San Antonio’s busy downtown, Hotel Valencia Riverwalk sits quietly on a corner of the famed River Walk." Full review
Readers' Choice Award
"A mustard-and-paprika property with red-tile roofs, this hotel is right on the River Walk, near shopping and entertainment" Full review
"The Valencia is the hippest hotel on the River Walk. It's a good choice for the design-conscious traveler or anyone who feels in a rut." Full review
"A hip option if you eschew chains and historic hotels." Full review