La Cantera Resort & SpavsThe Westin Riverwalk, San Antonio
Both hotels are praised by experts. Overall, La Cantera Resort & Spa scores slightly better than The Westin Riverwalk, San Antonio. La Cantera Resort & Spa has a TripExpert Score of 87 with approval from 9 publications like Frommer's, Jetsetter and Lonely Planet.
La Cantera Resort & Spa Show All Reviews
16641 La Cantera Parkway, San Antonio, TX 78256
From $179/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"This resort is grander and less homey than the Hyatt." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Oasis with a clay-tiled roof on a mesquite- and live oak-covered plateau 30 minutes from the historic downtown." Full review
Star Service
"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
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The whole family can have fun at the waterslide's ice-cream-sundae classes, basketball and sidewalk chalk sessions while others may choose to stroll the 1-mile nature trail filled with quarry rock, native plants and other Texas wildlife.
Gayot
"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."
Star Service
"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
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And as is the case during moments like these, call ahead to make sure that progress won't interrupt your stay.
Jetsetter
"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
Oyster
Upscale
"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
Fodor's
"Make a list of the things you'd look for in a luxury, full-service resort, and La Cantera has it." Full review
Frommer's
"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
Lonely Planet
"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
The Westin Riverwalk, San Antonio
420 Market Street, San Antonio, TX 78205
From $135/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"This property was designed to blend in architecturally with its older neighbors on this (relatively) quiet section of the river bend, while its clean lines reflect a more modern aesthetic." Full review
Lonely Planet
"The Westin's lobby speaks with a trace of a Mexican-Spanish accent. Carved, chairs with high, tapestry-upholstered backs sit next to potted ferns." Full review
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To really feel imperial, book a parlor suite with a large balcony either facing the city or the river.
Oyster
Upscale
"The Westin Riverwalk enjoys a quiet location on a secluded stretch of San Antonio’s famed waterway, which is a nice change of pace from the hectic, touristy parts of the River Walk." Full review
Star Service
"This is arguably one of the friendliest large-scale, full-service hotels in the city center, boasting a refined atmosphere and accommodating staff." Full review
Gayot
"Located directly on the River Walk, this hotel is a modern addition to the city's historic neighborhood."
Afar Magazine
"Luxury riverfront hotel with a Spanish colonial feel and 26,000 square feet of meeting space in the heart of San Antonio's River Walk." Full review
Frommer's
"Designed to blend in architecturally with its older neighbors on this (relatively) quiet section of the river bend, this property’s clean lines reflect a modern aesthetic" Full review
Frommer's
"Designed to blend in architecturally with its older neighbors on this (relatively) quiet section of the river bend, this property’s clean lines reflect a modern aesthetic" Full review