10/10 Exceptional
Room was clean, nice bar area, good food and friendly staff.
PAMELA
PAMELA, 2-night trip
Hotel Contessa
Riverfront hotel with spa, near Shops at Rivercenter
In the heart of downtown San Antonio, Hotel Contessa offers a luxurious retreat. Savor American cuisine at Ambler Texas Kitchen, unwind with hydrotherapy and Ayurvedic treatments at THE SPA AT HOTEL CONTESSA or relax by the heated pool with free cabanas. The 24-hour gym and business center keep you connected while guests rave about the breakfast options.
VIP AccessWonderful
Popular amenities
- Pet friendly
- Parking available
- Free WiFi
Main amenities (12)
- Housekeeping (on request)
- Restaurant and bar/lounge
- Full-service spa
- Outdoor pool
- Rooftop terrace
- Breakfast available
- 24-hour fitness center
- Valet parking
- Seasonal outdoor pool
- Hot tub
- Room service
- Massage/treatment rooms
For families (6)
- Children stay free
- Refrigerator
- Connecting/adjoining rooms available
- Private bathroom
- Separate bedroom
- Separate sitting area
CA $161
CA $218 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Why we love this property
Poolside perfection
Bask in sunshine at the outdoor pool, complete with free cabanas and pool loungers. A soothing hot tub awaits at this hotel after a day of swimming.
Serene spa haven
Find tranquility in this hotel's spa with specialized treatments. Recharge in the 24-hour gym or soak troubles away in the hot tub.
Riverfront oasis
Retreat to the rooftop terrace of this Mediterranean-style hotel. The central location offers picturesque views of the river and cityscape.
Room options
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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, City View
Exceptional
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
- 1 bedroom
- City view
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed
Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, City View
Wonderful
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
- 1 bedroom
- City view
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Double Beds
Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, River View
Excellent
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
- 1 bedroom
- River view
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Double Beds
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View
Exceptional
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
- 1 bedroom
- River view
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed
Deluxe Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, City View
Wonderful
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
- 1 bedroom
- City view
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Double Beds
Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, City View
Wonderful
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
- 1 bedroom
- City view
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed
Executive Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, City View
Exceptional
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
- 1 bedroom
- City view
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Double Beds
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View (Corner)
Wonderful
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
- 1 bedroom
- River view
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed
Suite, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking
Exceptional
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
- 1 bedroom
- City view
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Double Beds
Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking
Exceptional
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
- 1 bedroom
- City view
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
- 1 bedroom
- City view
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed
Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, City View
Exceptional
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
- 1 bedroom
- City view
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed
Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (City View)
Exceptional
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
- 1 bedroom
- City view
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed
Suite, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (City View)
Very good
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
- 1 bedroom
- City view
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Double Beds
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About the area
306 W Market Street, San Antonio, TX, 78205
About this property
Hotel Contessa
Hotel Contessa features a rooftop terrace and puts you just steps from River Walk. You can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps, or Ayurvedic treatments, and American cuisine is served at Ambler Texas Kitchen, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this Mediterranean hotel include an outdoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a 24-hour fitness center. Fellow travelers say great things about the pool and comfortable beds.
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Hotel Contessa Reviews
Wonderful
9.2
Cleanliness
8.8
Amenities
9.2
Staff & service
9.0
Eco-friendliness
9.0
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
- The rooftop pool offered breathtaking views and was a delightful spot to relax. (78 reviews)
- The on-site restaurant and bar served excellent food and drinks with great service. (34 reviews)
- The spa was exceptional with great massage services and beautiful facilities. (27 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.Popular mentions
RoomService staffLocationRestaurantViewBedBarFoodParkingRiver10/10 Exceptional
Room clean, nice staff, food and location
ELMER
ELMER, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Clean room and great staff
Jeremy
Jeremy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Favorite hotel in San Antonio!
Adrian
Adrian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Everything about the room and stay was great the staff was very helpful and friendly
Deysi
Deysi, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
The hotel room was great clean and beautiful
Jesus
Jesus, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Excellent service and rooms were very clean. Helpful friendly staff!!
Jeffrey
Jeffrey, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Everything was wonderful.
Dustin
Dustin, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Staff was very helpful and genuinely friendly. Everyone seems like they were ins good mood.
jacqueline
jacqueline, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
We actually did not eat breakfast, but everything was awesome. We had a great time. Room is very clean and walk right down to the Riverwalk.
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Really nice stay close to everything, amazing rooms
Arantxa
Arantxa, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
We love Contessa, always stay here when we are in town. Beautiful setting, nice big rooms, you can't beat the atmosphere.
Freddy
Freddy, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Yes delicious
Anthony
Anthony, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
The staff was so friendly and the room was amazing. I love how good the entire hotel smells.
LAURA
LAURA, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
A very nice hotel close to everything.
LaRae
LaRae, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Very nice hotel! The bell service is excellent.
As far as Check in a bit bland representative just a regular check in.
Rosendo
Rosendo, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
The room was spotless, the view was amazing! Friendly front desk & the hobby decor of Christmas was so beautiful. Will definitely be booking a room here next time I’m in town!
Cheyenne
Cheyenne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
The hotel is in a great location and convenient to everything around the river walk. The staff were very friendly and helpful. A great place to stay. The food and were also excellent.
Roy
Roy, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Housekeeping was great and the bar tenders
Jamison
Jamison, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Staff, Restaurant, location
Christine
Christine, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Loved our stay here, everything was perfect!
Ashley
Ashley, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Room was great, hotel was pretty, bar downstairs was a great place to watch the World Series, did I mention the room was GREAT?
James
James, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Absolutely amazing.
Diana
Diana, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Party in the lounge that could be heard until 1am throughout the hotel.
Tammany
Tammany, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Very close to everything, Stafford Finley, very clean
Andres
Andres, 3-night trip
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