$269 Avg/night
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: Jun 18, 2013 Check-out: Jun 19, 2013

Mokara Hotel & Spa San Antonio

4 stars
212 West Crockett Street, San Antonio, TX 78205
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.7
out of 5
30 reviews
One of the World's Best!

We have traveled the world, and this hotel stands out in our minds as being in the top 5. The staff... See full review

  • Old Traveler Gene
  • Mar 14, 2013
Wonderful hotel!

A unique atmosphere on San Antonio's Riverwalk, with excellent service, staff, and environment.... See full review

  • mkflutist
  • Feb 12, 2012
The Forbes Four Star crown of San Antonio's River Walk exudes an oasis of calm. The property has 99 intimate, luxurious guestrooms and suites with 12 foot ceilings and expansive windows that offer views of the river. Accoutrements include marble Jacuzzi baths and four poster beds. Guest services are impeccable with personalized attention to every detail. These services and amenities have afforded the Mokara Hotel & Spa, formerly the Watermark Hotel & Spa, recognition from some of the nation's most acclaimed media, including a place among the nation's Top 15 Hotels in Conde Nast Traveler's coveted Best in the World list for two years in a row. The Mokara Spa, the only Forbes Four Star spa in San Antonio, is a 17,000 square foot oasis that re-defines spa luxury with its exquisite treatments, stylish decor and highly trained therapists. Its decor reflects a consummate blend of refined elegance and relaxed sophistication. The attention to detail is paramount from the soothing colors and textures of the decor, to the attentive eye of the Spa Concierge who provides a seamless transition from a hectic lifestyle to welcome serenity. The property's high-energy restaurant, Ostra, features the freshest seafood and steaks flown in daily from around the world. Our executive chef uses fish that have been raised and harvested in sustainable circumstances in his approach to lifestyle cuisine. Ostra is also known for its tequila menu which features more than 50 varieties of tequilas, as well as its extensive collection of vintage wines. Hotel is 100 percent Smoke Free.

Mokara Hotel & Spa San Antonio Rooms

Premier Rooms
Premier Room 1 King Bed. 400 sq ft. Quiet, sophisticated and residential, these spacious accommodations feature a room appointed with 12 foot high ceilings, forged iron four poster beds, oversized soaking tubs for 2 and Gilchrist and Soames bath amenities
Premier room
Premier Room 2 Double Beds. 400 sq ft. Quiet, sophisticated and residential, these spacious accommodations are appointed with 12 ft. high ceilings, forged iron headboards, oversized soaking tubs for 2 and Gilchrist and Soames luxury bath amenities.
Riverview Room
Riverview Room 1 King Bed - 450 sq ft - Quiet, sophisticated and residential, these spacious accommodations with private balconies overlooking the Paseo Del Rio, for ultimate in San Antiono luxury.
ADA Premier King Bed
King bed-400 sq ft Quiet, sophisticated-Enlarged door openings-Grab Bars available near toilet, shower and tub -Standard shower with handheld shower head-Toilet is no higher than 29in from floor-Standard sink height from floor -Visual notification for hotel alarm system and phone are available.

Amenities

  • High-speed internet
  • Heated pool
  • No smoking rooms/facilities
General
Air conditioned
No smoking rooms/facilities
Pets allowed
Elevators
Ice machine
Activities
Heated pool
Fitness center or spa
Exercise gym
Jacuzzi
Spa services
Dining
Bar/Lounge
Restaurant
Coffee maker in room
24 hour room service
Room service
Poolside snackbar
Services
24 hour front desk
Business center
Maid service
Express check in
Express checkout
Babysitting/Child services
Concierge desk
Laundry/Valet services
ATM/Cash machine
Security
Wake-up service
Safe deposit box
Shops/Commercial services
Shopping mall
Boutiques
Barber/Beauty shop
Porters
Doorman
FAX
Currency exchange
Internet
High-speed internet
Accessibility
Handicapped rooms/facilities
Accessible facilities
Accessible rooms
TDD telephone machine
Room
Television with cable
Radio
Safe
Phone with speaker
Telephone
AM/FM alarm clock
Desk with lamp
Mini bar
Heated guest rooms
Hairdryer in room
Fire alarm with light
Turndown service
In room movies
Temperature control
Shower
Electronic door locks
Iron
Ironing board
Sprinklers in rooms
Bath tub

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Hotel Map

29.4249 -98.4899
Nearby airports
San Antonio International Airport, (SAT), 9.00, MI, S;
Area description
River, On the Riverwalk

Nearby points of interest

  • Aztec Theatre: 0.1 mi
  • Majestic Theatre: 0.1 mi
  • Buckhorn Saloon & Museum: 0.1 mi
  • San Antonio River Walk: 0.1 mi
  • Cathedral of San Fernando: 0.3 mi
  • The Alamo: 0.3 mi
  • Rivercenter Mall: 0.3 mi
  • Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center: 0.4 mi
  • El Mercado: 0.5 mi
  • Tower of the Americas: 0.6 mi
  • Alamodome: 0.8 mi
  • San Antonio Museum of Art: 1 mi
  • Brackenridge Park: 2.4 mi
  • San Antonio Japanese Tea Garden: 2.6 mi
  • Zoo and Aquarium: 3 mi
  • Aztec Theatre: 0.1 mi
  • Majestic Theatre: 0.1 mi
  • Buckhorn Saloon & Museum: 0.1 mi
  • San Antonio River Walk: 0.1 mi
  • Cathedral of San Fernando: 0.3 mi
  • The Alamo: 0.3 mi
  • Rivercenter Mall: 0.3 mi
  • Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center: 0.4 mi
  • El Mercado: 0.5 mi
  • Tower of the Americas: 0.6 mi
  • Alamodome: 0.8 mi
  • San Antonio Museum of Art: 1 mi
  • Brackenridge Park: 2.4 mi
  • San Antonio Japanese Tea Garden: 2.6 mi
  • Zoo and Aquarium: 3 mi
  • Fort Sam Houston: 3 mi
  • San Antonio Rodeo: 3 mi
  • Freeman Coliseum: 3 mi
  • Botanical Garden: 3.1 mi
  • ATT Center: 3.8 mi
  • Splashtown San Antonio: 4.1 mi
  • Missions National Historical Park: 4.4 mi
  • SBC Center: 5.1 mi
  • Lackland Air Force Base: 8.1 mi
  • Morgan's Wonderland: 9.9 mi
  • Sea World: 12.9 mi
  • Eisenhower City Park: 14.7 mi
  • Six Flags Fiesta Texas: 15.2 mi

Dining

Rooftop Cafe
Healthy Spa oriented fare featuring salads and paninis. Located on the 8th floor overlooking the city. Limited indoor and outdoor seating.
Ostra
Enjoy exquisite cuisine in a romantic riverfront locale at Mokara Hotel*s signature restaurant, recently awarded Wine Spectator*s Award of Excellence. Ostra, the Spanish word for oyster, will introduce new tasting menus.
Ostra Bar
Ostra Bar: Oyster Bar, which includes a variety of the freshest oysters, clams, crab, shrimp and ceviche. A full wine list and specialty tequilas are also available

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
03:00 PM
Check-out:
12:00 PM

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel and not by Orbitz

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Guest Reviews (30)

Ratings and reviews for Mokara Hotel & Spa San Antonio

Overall score

4.7 / 5
30 out of 30
Amenities:
4.6
Room cleanliness:
4.8
Hotel staff:
4.8
Room comfort:
4.9
Location:
4.8
Value:
4.3

90% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

5
Old Traveler Gene
Westlake Village, California
Mar 14, 2013

One of the World's Best!

We have traveled the world, and this hotel stands out in our minds as being in the top 5. The staff may be the best we have ever experienced: extremely friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. One suggestion: if you plan to stay here, pay the extra amount to have a room overlooking the Riverwalk - definitely worth it! We would come back to this hotel in a heartbeat.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

Take the Riverwalk Cruise on a weekday night - shorter lines. March is a good month to go - not too hot.

Review of Mokara Hotel & Spa San Antonio

Reviewer score

5
mkflutist
Business
Texas, USA
Feb 12, 2012

Wonderful hotel!

A unique atmosphere on San Antonio's Riverwalk, with excellent service, staff, and environment. Fabulous spa.....highly recommended!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Mokara Hotel & Spa San Antonio

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
NYC
Mar 7, 2011

Mokara Hotel and Spa

very warm and inviting lobby..boutique hotel with attentive staff. Offered us beverages as we were checking in.. fresh fruit brought to the room... fantastic spa for hotel guests. the rooms are large and well appointed.. the only disappointment is the old tube style t.v. still in use..should have been upgraded years ago. Gorgeous roof top pool with lounge area.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

right on the Riverwalk in San Antonio, numerous restaurants and lounges for a great night.

Review of Mokara Hotel & Spa San Antonio

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
ga.
Oct 23, 2010

great get away

went to joes crab shack.it was great we also went to the river walk it was amazing.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

amazing views.

Review of Mokara Hotel & Spa San Antonio

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
bainbridge NY
Sep 10, 2010

Nice place to stay near the Riverwalk

The Riverwalk was wonderful and it was nice to visit the downtown area. Once I got to the hotel I didn't want to leave with the car. I spent a great deal of gas trying to find the hotel. The hotel is on a one way street and it is in the middle of other streets.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
1
Value:
3
Review of Mokara Hotel & Spa San Antonio

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Mansfield Connecticut
Jun 23, 2010

Attentive staff, excellent service

When we arrived, we had an eighty minute massage which was just the way to start a beautiful mini-vacation. Despite the hot humid weather, the staff made sure we stayed hydrated by offering icy cold bottled water each time we left the hotel. We appreciated the bottled water at our bedside table each night also. The staff went above and beyond to make our stay a wonderful memory.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Mokara Hotel & Spa San Antonio

Reviewer score

5
Celebrating in San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
May 10, 2010

Nicest hotel in San Antonio

My wife and I did a one night stay to celebrate our anniversary, and it was perfect. The rooms are beautiful, with really nice bathrooms as well. The separate jacuzzi bath and shower were great. The rates are pricey, but you get what you pay for. I thought it was worth the price.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
3
Review of Mokara Hotel & Spa San Antonio

Reviewer score

5
Tom Suited Tie Man
Chicago, IL
Apr 18, 2010

Great Getaway

Arriving at the hotel we were created by the valet at the entrance. The luggage was unloaded and we were brought into the lobby for check in. The desk attendant was very friendly and welcoming. Beautiful lobby. We were also introduced to the concierge. Our room keys also were used to access the elevator to the various floors of rooms. Nice security feature. Halls nicely decorated. The room was nicely appointed, and quite lovely. Very minimal in color, but very pleasing to the eye. Small balcony that looked over the River Walk below, as well as some city views. It was suggested not to stay higher than the third level because of the view and that was good advice. Nice health club, very clean and orderly. We did not try the restaurant in the hotel, but the menu looked quite nice and tasty.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

The restaurant in the Westin Hotel was excellent.

Review of Mokara Hotel & Spa San Antonio

Reviewer score

4
Husker Dean
Heartwell Nebraska
Mar 28, 2010

Great motel

Excellent stay, great pool on the roof although a little small with limited seating. Only complaint was no HD tv in the room to watch NCAA tourney. Bar and restaraunt were good. We would definitely book again. Loved how quiet the place was.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Nightlife tip: Short walk from hotel

Howling at the moon, piano bar. Excellent

Review of Mokara Hotel & Spa San Antonio

Reviewer score

2
JenRN
Chicago, IL
Mar 18, 2010

Extremely Overrated

This hotel is supposed to have a 5 star rating. I would give it 2. Upon entry, there is a small, unimpressive lobby. The rooms are clean at first glance. Don't flip over the pillows, though. We found huge bleach stains on them that were temporarily hidden. The blackout curtains didn't close all the way, so there was an annoying light shining in my face throughout the night. One of the main reasons we chose this particular hotel was the hot tub on the roof. When we went up there to use it, there was mold all over the surrounding pavement. The pictures on the website were obviously not recent. We tried to go in the hot tub anyways and the water was COLD!!! We called someone to take a look at it and they said they would be right up. 30 min later, no one had come. So much for the hot tub. This hotel is not worth the money you will spend. Do yourself a favor and look elsewhere. Wish we had booked the Hilton.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
1
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Boudro's on the Riverwalk was outstanding. We had a delicious steak dinner with an excellent wine selection....and fresh guacamole prepared tableside. It was fantastic!

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