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Hotel Contessa - Suites on the RiverwalkvsJW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa
Both hotels are endorsed by professionals. On balance, Hotel Contessa ranks slightly better than JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa. Hotel Contessa is ranked #5 in San Antonio with accolades from 7 reviewers such as Frommer's, Fodor's and Lonely Planet.
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
Frommer's "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
Fodor's "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
Condé Nast Traveler87.5
""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
Star Service "Designers recently set this hotel back on top, and the staff look just as fresh and frisky." Full review
Gayot "This contemporary River Walk lodging serves both business and leisure travelers."
Lonely Planet "Fabulous, funky and design-driven, this Spanish castle-inspired hotel opened to acclaim in 2006." Full review
Frommer's "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
JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa Fodor's
Travel + Leisure Gayot Star Service
Jetsetter
Oyster
Afar Magazine Frommer's Travel + Leisure
23808 Resort Parkway, San Antonio, TX 78232-1571
From $161/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's "The resort encompasses just over 1,000 rooms... so don't expect an intimate retreat, but the spacious design is such that you should never feel like you're part of a crowd." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Twenty minutes from downtown, the resort is one of the brand’s newest (and largest) properties, with 1,002 rooms done in leather, wood, and stone." Full review
Gayot "Whether visiting this sprawling resort for business or pleasure, San Antonio travelers will appreciate its serenity and style. This property is home to the 36-hole TPC San Antonio golf course."
Star Service "Located a half-hour north of the San Antonio Airport and 40 minutes from the River Walk, this upscale, all-purpose resort is a prominent feature in the lovely Texas Hill Country north of San Antonio." Full review
Jetsetter "Grand rural getaway for the whole family in Texas Hill Country." Full review
OysterUpscale
"The largest property in the JW Marriott family, this 1,002-room behemoth is an upscale convention resort in the San Antonio hill country." Full review
Afar Magazine "A stay at this resort offers the best of many worlds: easy access to San Antonio and its airport, proximity to scenic Hill Country and its wineries, and plenty of on-site amenities to..." Full review
Frommer's "This huge (600-acre, 1,000-room) link in Marriott’s luxury brand chain really earns its “Hill Country” designation: It’s farther from the city center than the other resorts." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Set in the stunning rolling hills of Texas, JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa is a serene escape that expertly combines rustic charm with luxury"
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