Hotel Contessa

4.0 star property
Upscale Mediterranean hotel, walk to Henry B. González Convention Center

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Exterior
Exterior
City view
Serves lunch, dinner, and happy hour
Reception
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Pool
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Spa
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available

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Map
306 W Market Street, San Antonio, TX, 78205
  • Popular LocationRiver Walk5 min walk
  • Popular LocationHenry B. González Convention Center5 min walk
  • Popular LocationAlamo7 min walk
  • AirportSan Antonio, TX (SAT-San Antonio Intl.)11 min drive

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Room options

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View (Corner)

  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, City View

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, City View

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, City View

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (City View)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (City View)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, City View

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View

9/10 Wonderful
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, River View

8.3/10 Very Good
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, City View

9/10 Wonderful
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, City View

9.5/10 Exceptional
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Antonio

Located in Downtown San Antonio, Hotel Contessa is adjacent to River Walk and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Shops at Rivercenter. This 4-star hotel welcomes guests with 265 rooms and conveniences like a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • Shops at Rivercenter - 4 min walk
  • River Walk - 5 min walk
  • Henry B. González Convention Center - 5 min walk
  • Alamo - 7 min walk
  • Alamodome - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • San Antonio Station - 18 min walk
  • The preferred airport is San Antonio International Airport (SAT): 12-min drive, 9.2 mi/14.9 km.

Restaurants

  • Casa Rio - 4 min walk
  • Whataburger - 2 min walk
  • Durty Nelly's Irish Pub - 4 min walk
  • Iron Cactus Mexican Restaurant and Margarita Bar - 4 min walk
  • Saltgrass Steak House - 4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Contessa

Upscale Mediterranean hotel, walk to Henry B. González Convention Center
At Hotel Contessa, guests enjoy a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym. Valet parking is offered for USD 49 per night. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, concierge services, and securing valuables. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this spa hotel include a rooftop terrace, free WiFi in public areas, and a spa tub.
Guests can expect 37-inch LCD TVs with cable channels and pay movies, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Pillowtop beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. Other standard amenities include sitting areas, refrigerators, and coffee makers. Housekeeping is available on request.
An outdoor pool and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.

Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

THE SPA AT HOTEL CONTESSA has 3 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials, and body wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic, hydrotherapy, and reflexology. The spa is open select days.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • 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 49 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available for a fee: USD 15 to 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Ambler Texas Kitchen
  • The Cork Bar

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Full-service spa
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub
  • 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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (60 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (48 inches high)
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (48 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 1 building
  • 14 floors
  • Built in 2005
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Renovated entire property - December 2023
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 37-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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
If you are planning to arrive after 1:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 125.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (40 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Administrative fee: USD 1.25 per accommodation, per night
  • Service fee: 2.5 percent
  • Resort fee: USD 9.75 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Concierge service
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room safe
  • Newspaper
  • Pool access

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 15 to 25 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 49 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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 fire extinguisher, 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers valet parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from March to December.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

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Contessa Riverwalk Luxury Suites
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Hotel Contessa Riverwalk Luxury Suites
Hotel Contessa Luxury Suites Riverwalk San Antonio
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Contessa Luxury Suites Riverwalk

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Hotel Contessa?

Hotel Contessa offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Contessa?

As of Jun 1, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Contessa on Jul 1, 2024 start from $174.4, excluding 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.

What's there to do within easy reach of Hotel Contessa?

This hotel is situated in Downtown San Antonio, just steps from River Walk, and within a 10-minute walk of Alamo and San Antonio River. You'll also find Shops at Rivercenter and San Antonio Majestic Theater less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Hotel Contessa?

Yes, valet parking is offered for USD 49 per night with in/out privileges.

Is there a spa available at Hotel Contessa?

THE SPA AT HOTEL CONTESSA is the hotel's spa and services include prenatal massages, hot stone massages, hydrotherapy, and couples treatments. The spa is not open daily but only on select days.

Does Hotel Contessa feature a casino on the premises?

No, Hotel Contessa doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Contessa?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a spa tub. Guests have access between 8:00 AM and 10:00 PM and the seasonal pool is normally open from March until December.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Hotel Contessa?

This riverfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant with al fresco dining.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Contessa?

Yes, this hotel has a spa tub.

Does Hotel Contessa feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel Contessa serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Ambler Texas Kitchen.

Will Hotel Contessa allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Hotel Contessa for a fee of USD 125.00 per pet, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Contessa?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

What is the closest airport to Hotel Contessa?

The closest major airport to Hotel Contessa is San Antonio International Airport (SAT), which is 9.2 mi away (12 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hotel Contessa?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hotel Contessa.

Does Hotel Contessa offer wedding services?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Hotel Contessa.

Hotel Contessa Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1839 out of 2751 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 466 out of 2751 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 215 out of 2751 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 123 out of 2751 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 108 out of 2751 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel. Super friendly staff. Front desk was kind enough to let us in our room early. They even brought me and my wife 6 local beers on ice for our anniversary. Had a wonderful stay will be coming back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Hope

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Riverwalk access.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was beautiful. My only complaint is valet parking was $65 after all of the taxes and amenity fees they tack on.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

kevin

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crimm

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Abbas at the Front Desk. He’s the best!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

KRISTINE

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Various activities during the week.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Traveled with group
Everyone was very nice. Other than my room not being clean until after 6:30 PM. The place was lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024