Travelers enjoy cocktails on the rooftop terrace with River Walk views, rejuvenating spa treatments, and al fresco dining near Henry B Gonzalez Convention Center
Hotel Contessa in downtown San Antonio offers a luxurious retreat. Guests dine on American cuisine at Ambler Texas Kitchen, enjoy hydrotherapy at THE SPA, and relax in the heated pool with free cabanas. A 24-hour gym, business center, and praised breakfast serve practical needs.
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9.09.0 out of 10
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Pet friendly
Free WiFi
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Located on the riverwalk, Hotel Contessa is in Downtown San Antonio, a walkable area in San Antonio with good shopping. Alamo is a notable landmark, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Shops at Rivercenter and North Star Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Alamodome or Frost Bank Center. Kayaking offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding, rock climbing, and hiking/biking trails nearby. Guests love the hotel's location for the sightseeing. Visit our San Antonio travel guide
306 W Market Street, San Antonio, TX, 78205
What's nearby
River Walk
1 min walk - 0.1 miles
Shops at Rivercenter
5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Henry B. González Convention Center
5 min walk - 0.3 miles
San Antonio Majestic Theater
5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Alamo
7 min walk - 0.4 miles
Getting around
San Antonio Station
18 min walk
San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
12 min drive
Restaurants
Casa Rio
3 min walk
Whataburger
2 min walk
Durty Nelly's Irish Pub
4 min walk
Saltgrass Steak House
4 min walk
Westin Riverwalk Coffee Bar
2 min walk
About this property
Hotel Contessa
Upscale hotel remodeled in 2023 and located near Shops at Rivercenter
Located close to River Walk and Henry B. González Convention Center, Hotel Contessa provides a rooftop terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. Indulge in a deep-tissue massage, Ayurvedic treatments, and a facial at the onsite spa. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Ambler Texas Kitchen, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and al fresco dining. In addition to a 24-hour gym and a 24-hour business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
Heated pool along with free cabanas and sun loungers
Full breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and an outdoor pool
Express check-out, tour/ticket assistance, and a banquet hall
Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff
Guest reviews say great things about the dining options, breakfast, and pool
Room features
All 265 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to thoughtful touches like air conditioning and separate sitting areas. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, spacious rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
Recycling and LED light bulbs
Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers
37-inch HDTVs with premium channels
Separate sitting areas, refrigerators, and coffee/tea makers
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Valet parking on site (USD 59 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Food and drink
Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM on weekends; USD 15 to 25 per person
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Couples/private dining
Restaurants on site
Ambler Texas Kitchen
The Cork Bar
Things to do
24-hour gym
Full-service spa
Heated pool
Hot tub
Outdoor pool
TV in common areas
Family friendly
In-room refrigerator
Outdoor pool
Separate bedroom
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
ATM
Guidebooks
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (on request)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Proposal/romance packages
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services
Business services
12 meeting rooms
24-hour business center
Computer station
Conference center (12,700 square feet of space)
Outdoors
Free pool cabanas
On a river
Pool loungers
Rooftop terrace
Full-service spa
3 treatment rooms
Ayurvedic treatments
Body scrubs
Body wraps
Couples treatment rooms
Deep-tissue massages
Facials
Hot stone massages
Hydrotherapy
Outdoor treatment areas
Prenatal massages
Reflexology
Spa open select days
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 1:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 125.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 40 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Deposit: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per night
Administrative fee: USD 1.80 per accommodation, per night
Service fee: 3 percent
Resort fee: USD 21.20 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
Additional inclusions
Concierge service
Fitness center access
In-room bottled water
In-room safe
Newspaper
Pool access
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 15 to 25 per person
Valet parking fee: USD 59 per night (in/out privileges)
Pet fee: USD 125.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Children under 21 years old are not allowed in the pool from 8-10 PM.
We should mention
The seasonal pool will be open from March to December
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision
Property is also known as
Contessa Luxury Suites
Contessa Riverwalk Luxury Suites
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Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Contessa have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–10:00 PM.
How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Contessa?
As of Mar 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Contessa on Apr 1, 2026 start from $200, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Hotel Contessa pet-friendly?
Yes, Hotel Contessa allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 40 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 125.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking?
Valet parking is available for USD 59 per night.
What time is check-in at Hotel Contessa?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Hotel Contessa?
Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Where is Hotel Contessa located?
Located in Downtown San Antonio, this spa hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Shops at Rivercenter and River Walk. Henry B. González Convention Center and Alamo are also within 10 minutes. San Antonio Station is 18 minutes by foot.
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Reviews
Hotel Contessa Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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The room was clean, the bed was very comfortable, the staff were so nice, and the restaurant was great. Loved this Hotel and will definitely stay again.
This place is awesome!!! Everything was really nice! The staff, food, amenities, cleanses of room were 10 out of 10!! Will definitely recommend this place to anyone! Will be booking again for sure!
We had a great day. The room was spotless all the staff was wonderful and we had bar snacks and had breakfast at the restaurant Amber and it was amazing. I would definitely stay again.