"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

"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

"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

"This resort is grander and less homey than the Hyatt." Full review

"Oasis with a clay-tiled roof on a mesquite- and live oak-covered plateau 30 minutes from the historic downtown." Full review

"Across from Six Flags and 15 miles north of downtown, this place, previously a Westin, rests atop the area's highest hilltop on the site of what was once a limestone quarry (cantera in Spanish)." Full review

"Rolling hills set the scene for this destination resort. The setting is a favorite with golfers for its scenic, Arnold Palmer-designed course, the first in South Texas."

"Across from Six Flags and 15 miles north of downtown, this place, previously a Westin, rests atop the area's highest hilltop on the site of what was once a limestone quarry (cantera in Spanish)." Full review

"A Hill Country resort as vast and friendly as the Lone Star State, with six pools, three hot tubs and two golf courses." Full review

"Set in the Hill Country outside of San Antonio, La Cantera Resort & Spa is a 496-room golf resort with a first-rate spa and nine total eateries and bars." Full review

"Make a list of the things you'd look for in a luxury, full-service resort, and La Cantera has it." Full review

"Grander and more upscale than the other resorts on the outskirts of San Antonio, La Cantera is a magnet for golfers, shoppers, lovers, girlfriends seeking a luxe getaway—and families who can afford it (along with a variety of kid-friendly features and programs, the resort’s partnership with BabyQuip means you can rent high-quality cribs, strollers, and other gear on-site)" Full review

"Standard rooms are elegant but on the small side, so you'll enjoy this resort most if you're willing to get out." Full review