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Hotel Contessa - Suites on the RiverwalkvsThe Emily Morgan San Antonio - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
Hotel Contessa and The Emily Morgan Hotel are both endorsed by travel writers. On balance, Hotel Contessa ranks significantly better than The Emily Morgan Hotel. Hotel Contessa is ranked #5 in San Antonio with endorsements from 7 publications such as Oyster, Frommer's and Gayot.
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
The Emily Morgan San Antonio - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Star Service Frommer's Fodor's Gayot
Oyster Frommer's Frommer's Lonely Planet
705 E Houston St, San Antonio, TX 78205
From $99/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Star Service "Urban and sophisticated, contemporary and comfortable, the decor throughout is largely tone-on-tone without being monotonous, showing dozens of cream and brown shades." Full review
Frommer's "This hotel is located next to the Alamo and is housed in a Gothic skyscraper from the 1920s. ... The location is ideal for visitors. ... The combination of style, comfort, and history is hard to beat." Full review
Fodor's "Built in the 1920s and named for the woman who inspired the song "The Yellow Rose of Texas," this boutique hotel sits across from the Alamo on a triangular piece of land." Full review
Gayot "This property draws attention to the local legend with its name and is one of the most popular hotels in the downtown area." Full review
OysterUpscale
"Located across from the famous Alamo and boasting a rich history (as well as, potentially, a few ghosts), the Emily Morgan Hotel is an excellent upscale property in downtown San Antonio." Full review
Frommer's "Rooms are colorful and stylish, with salmon walls and leather accents. This historic—and reputedly haunted—hotel is a fun place to stay, and the lobby bar during happy hour is a lively local scene." Full review
Frommer's "Rooms are colorful and stylish, with salmon walls and leather accents. This historic and reputedly haunted hotel is a fun place to stay, and the lobby bar during happy hour is a lively local scene." Full review
Lonely Planet "The name sounds as though it should be awash in floral prints and lace runners, but this historic hotel right behind the Alamo is actually pretty stylish, and is now a Hilton property." Full review
