Hotel Contessa - Suites on the Riverwalk

$149

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$149

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Monthly average prices

Nightly prices at Hotel Contessa - Suites on the Riverwalk average $130 in August, the cheapest month, and $203 in October, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.

Average nightly price at Hotel Contessa - Suites on the Riverwalk by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$134
February	$176
March	$183
April	$173
May	$151
June	$160
July	$142
August	$130
September	$159
October	$203
November	$149
December	$174

Most expensive: October (~$203)

Cheapest: August (~$130)

About this property

Amenities

Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. If you're looking for recreational opportunities, you'll find an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional features at this Mediterranean hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.

Business amenities

Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in San Antonio? This hotel has 12700 square feet (1180 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 12 meeting rooms.

Dining

Enjoy American cuisine at Ambler Texas Kitchen, a restaurant where you can enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge and dine alfresco. Or stay in and take advantage of the room service. Full breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee.

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 265 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers.

Location

With a stay at Hotel Contessa, you'll be centrally located in San Antonio, steps from River Walk and within a 5-minute walk of Shops at Rivercenter. This spa hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Henry B. González Convention Center and 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Alamo.

What's nearby

Briscoe Western Art Museum(0.1 miles)
Tower Life Building(0.2 miles)
La Villita(0.2 miles)
San Antonio River(0.2 miles)
Shops at Rivercenter(0.2 miles)
Aztec Theater(0.2 miles)
River Walk(0.2 miles)
Louis Tussaud's Waxworks(0.3 miles)
Charline McCombs Empire Theatre(0.3 miles)
Ripley's Believe It or Not!(0.3 miles)
St Joseph Catholic Church(0.3 miles)
The Amazing Mirror Maze(0.3 miles)
Henry B. González Convention Center(0.3 miles)
Cathedral of San Fernando(0.3 miles)
Main Plaza(0.3 miles)
The preferred airport for Hotel Contessa is San Antonio International Airport (SAT)(9.2 miles)

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Location

306 West Market Street, San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Briscoe Western Art Museum (0.1 miles)

Tower Life Building (0.2 miles)

La Villita (0.2 miles)

San Antonio River (0.2 miles)

Shops at Rivercenter (0.2 miles)

Aztec Theater (0.2 miles)

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Room options

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, City View

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1 King Bed

Sleeps 3

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Wi-Fi (Free)

Suite, 2 Double Beds, River View

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2 Full Beds

Sleeps 4

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Wi-Fi (Free)

Suite, 1 King Bed, City View

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1 King Bed

Sleeps 3

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Wi-Fi (Free)

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, City View

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1 King Bed

Sleeps 3

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Wi-Fi (Free)

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (City View)

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2 Full Beds

Sleeps 4

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Wi-Fi (Free)

Suite, 1 King Bed

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1 King Bed

Sleeps 3

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Suite, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

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2 Full Beds

Sleeps 4

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Wi-Fi (Free)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible

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1 King Bed

Sleeps 3

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Wi-Fi (Free)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (City View)

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1 King Bed

Sleeps 3

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Wi-Fi (Free)

Suite, 1 King Bed, River View

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1 King Bed

Sleeps 3

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Wi-Fi (Free)

Deluxe Suite, 2 Double Beds, City View

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2 Full Beds

Sleeps 4

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Wi-Fi (Free)

Suite, 1 King Bed, River View (Corner)

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1 King Bed

Sleeps 3

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Suite, 2 Double Beds, City View

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2 Full Beds

Sleeps 4

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Wi-Fi (Free)

Executive Suite, 2 Double Beds, City View

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2 Full Beds

Sleeps 4

Air Conditioning

Heating

Wi-Fi (Free)

Guest reviews of Hotel Contessa - Suites on the Riverwalk

8.8

Fabulous

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Who stays here?

Business

16%

Couple

39%

Family

34%

Group

Solo

What guests think

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Across reviews, Hotel Contessa - Suites on the Riverwalk stands out for its walkable River Walk location, spacious suite-style rooms, and generally friendly staff, but feedback often notes maintenance and service inconsistencies that can affect comfort and convenience.

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What guests think

Common complaints include a frequently unclean rooftop pool and slow, expensive valet-only parking. Several guests note dated bathrooms, musty odors or mold, drainage or hot-water issues, and occasional noise from streets, elevators, or the lobby. Many also praise the Ambler restaurant, bar, and Friday mariachis. Expect a prime location and amenities, with variable upkeep and service.

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Facilities

Rooftop pool, hot tub, spa, and a fitness area are highlights, and the bar/restaurant are popular. However, many reviews cite dirty or under-maintained pool/hot tub, elevator and ice-machine issues, and valet-only parking that is expensive and often slow.

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Adam

Aug 17, 2025

Stayed 1 night

Nicely decorated, clean, and comfortable rooms. The rooftop pool and fitness center are very nice. Friendly staff. Perfectly located in the center of downtown. The riverwalk is right outside the hotel. All the best restaurants and attractions are walking distance from the hotel. It’s been a real treat staying here. Well worth it, and would definitely stay here again.

Gloria

Sep 25, 2025

Stayed 3 nights

Location location location! This hotel has everything I could ask for…walking distance to anything I needed, a spacious suite that gave me plenty of work space (as part of my stay I had to work), fast check in, and there was also a nice pool/spa on the rooftop for downtime! I 100% Will return!

Quelan

Sep 30, 2025

Stayed 4 nights

My wife, 15 month son, and I stayed 4 nights. Staff was friendly, room was spacious and comfortable, and the location on the Riverwalk was great! Only complaint was the restaurant/bar was closed 3 of the 4 nights for unexplained reasons. Only parking option was through the valet service for $54ish/day. Wasn’t super happy that was the only option; however, the valet staff was quick and friendly.

Eric

Aug 13, 2025

Stayed 3 nights

Swimming pool was filthy

Christine

Mar 19, 2025

Stayed 1 night

Clean, quiet, roomy, comfortable bed, exceptional service, nice pool and fitness center, loved the bar and restaurant, and had an amazing view (Even when we did not choose a room with a view). Only complaint was the $57 valet each night - but we simply parked across the street for $30 and walked everywhere we needed to go instead - you are truly within walking distance of everything!

Pascal

Aug 15, 2025

Stayed 4 nights

Room was comfortable, location very close to the river walk, food option. Negative points were the pool water not transparent and with algae during all the week and the bath has to be remodeled because miss some paint.

Blanca

Jul 13, 2025

Stayed 5 nights

Room was big and comfortable. Hotel needs some updating. Very disappointed with the pool. Water was dirty. Complained about the film in the pool. We didn’t enjoy the pool until our last day, at which point the water looked cleaner.

Jason

Mar 11, 2025

Stayed 2 nights

Ice machines broken. Shut down all bathrooms in the bar. One elevator broken. Not impressed

Marcia

Mar 24, 2025

Stayed 1 night

Location was good! Person checking us in wasn’t very friendly. Wasn’t able to get into room, door needed a new battery. The engineer was taking too long to get there to replace the battery so they upgraded us to a suite which was nice. During the night the smoke alarm started chirping. We fiddled with it until it stopped. The tv in the area with the couch didn’t work. Seemed like the hotel was in need of maintenance. The ice machine on our floor was out of order but was running marking a lot of noise.

Tony

Sep 2, 2025

Stayed 3 nights

The room was wonderful. Check in and out was a breeze. The rooftop pool was delightful in the evenings. The design allowed a cool breeze inside the pool area which was a welcomed respite from the days heat. I think our only disappointment was that the two times that we endeavored to dine at the Ambler. The first night, something was wrong with the kitchen and the restaurant was closed. The next night we were wanting to dine later in the evening and at 9:45 was told that it was too late before closing time (10:00) to be served. I found that to be a less than stellar offering of good customer service for hotel guests. Other than the restaurant experience, we found our stay lovely.

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Cleanliness

Many guests find rooms and common areas clean, but recurring reports mention musty or moldy odors, bathroom grout/rust and peeling tubs, and occasional missed or superficial housekeeping. A few reviews noted dirty linens or trash left from prior guests.

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Victoria

Feb 16, 2025

Stayed 3 nights

Scratches on the coffee graffiti on the painting. Water marks on the mirror bathroom and mold in the shower. The view was pretty.

Francisco

Aug 24, 2025

Stayed 1 night

The Good. •The lobby and hotel in general looks modern and elegant. •Easy access from the lobby directly out to the waterway. •Short walk away from one of my favorite restaurants (salt grass). •At the check in counter we were greeted by a gentleman that was friendly and helpful. • The room was clean and so was the shower/ restroom. The bad. •The first room they set us up with 713, Smelled like mold. When I looked at the ac vents in both the room and living room area. You could visibly see black mold spots. The smell was very present and hard to ignore. When I went down to the check in counter. They offered me to check out another room 313 which smelled just about the same. They offered us another room I believe it was 701 and we could tell a significant difference in smell. The ac vents still had mold spots but the room wasn’t lingering with smell of mold. Luckily our stay was only for night as this was a spontaneous weekend trip from Houston to San Antonio. • Paying for valet stinks but all of the hotels in the downtown area charge for it so if you really want the views, convenience, experience of staying downtown. Prepare to pay $53

Rebecca

Jul 17, 2025

Stayed 4 nights

This hotel miss the mark! The location was great and on the surface everything looked good. The hotel bar/ restaurant was just okay at best. The rooms were very noisy, it sounded like a marching band or fireworks. There was no light on the nightstand, so no reading in bed and you had to turn off the light and walk to your bed in the dark. The plumbing was awful, it could 4 flushes to just get toilet paper down. The shower would just stop and start again. The cleaning crew must of been blind. I spilled coffee on the nightstand, I cleaned it up the best I could but some splashed on the sheets while moving the glass top. I asked for a clean up and went to my conference. When I returned the beds were made but the nightstand was still wet. As we went to bed we realized that they just made the bed, and did not changed the coffee stained sheets. Not acceptable!

Sherri

Nov 24, 2025

Stayed 4 nights

The room overall was good the bathroom could of used some attention, there was rust or mold around the bathroom tub but overall the room was nice and large

Cheyenne

Dec 1, 2025

Stayed 1 night

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!

Jul 7, 2025

Stayed 1 night

Poor customer service Dirty bed

Samantha

Oct 20, 2025

Stayed 2 nights

I booked a 2 night stay for my mom’s birthday this past weekend. I was slightly disappointed about the condition of the room for the price I paid. ~$600 The bathroom seemed like it was falling apart. Soap dispenser falling off the wall, the hook for the towel holder was also coming apart causing the towel to keep falling on the floor. It wasn’t completely horrible but wish I could’ve given my mom a nicer experience for her birthday.

Tina

May 26, 2025

Stayed 3 nights

This hotel is not worth the money spent. Customer service is the worst and slowest. The rooms are nice, but our room was very dirty. There were nasty stains on the carpets and the restroom floors. I had to clean the bathroom Flores. The bathtub grout and seals were moldy, and the shower curtain was almost falling. They sent someone to do the cleaning again, but all the issues remained the same. They just do superficial cleaning. Some of the walls and furniture was also damaged in the room. Then we tried to get a drink at the restaurant and even though there was no one they made us wait so long. There was a confusion between waiters and they literally argued right in front of us . There was no ice in the ice machines at several of the floors. I had to travel to three different floors to find ice. The pool water was very cloudy, and I wouldn’t risk swimming in dirty water. All in all, not the best experience:((

Samantha

Apr 14, 2025

Stayed 2 nights

Great stay! I inspect everythingggggg and I’m a super germaphobe. I felt comfortable walking around barefoot in the room so that says a lot! Very clean, spacious. I wish the double beds were queen and not full size but that’s okay. I also found a pack of cigarettes in the couch from possibly a previous guest but I was willing to overlook it because everything else was very positive. I would definitely stay here again!

NORA

Jun 9, 2025

Stayed 2 nights

Room was dirty

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Rooms

Suites are large with separate living areas and river views, and some TVs support easy streaming. Downsides include dated decor in some rooms, low showerheads or poor drainage, and noise for rooms facing streets, near elevators, or overlooking the lobby.

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Oscar

Oct 13, 2025

Stayed 2 nights

Rooms need some updating especially bathroom a few things were falling apart tub wasn’t draining properly. We should have asked for a higher floor. The sound from the streets and the restaurant were so loud.

Alexis

Nov 2, 2025

Stayed 6 nights

Room was quiet and it was easy to connect my phone to the tv’s to watch what I wanted in the evenings.

Laura

Oct 24, 2025

Stayed 1 night

Great stay. Staff is friendly and the lobby is beautiful. You're on a quiet part of the river but close to all the fun. Our room was clean and the bed was comfortable. Will stay here for every river trip from now on

Elizabeth

Aug 10, 2025

Stayed 3 nights

Perfect location on the San Antonio Riverwalk! Rooms were large suites. Though a bit dated, everything was clean. Great breakfast and bar area. Would stay again!

Todd

May 16, 2025

Stayed 1 night

The Contessa Hotel I looked forward to staying at this property. We tried out the double bed suite. Nice space with a living room when you walk in the door with the bedroom in the back. Nice sheets, comfortable beds. Very close to the Riverwalk. The issue with this space is the elevators are right across the hall. I was told this type of room is always in that location on each floor. You hear the elevators like whistle all the time. Not only in the living room but also the bedroom. Our toilet was leaking and filling every 10 minutes. The shower / tub curtain was hung way too low for how long it was, so it was very bunched up in the tub. The toilet paper holder covers anchored in to the wall were loose and unattached. The toilet was leaking and filling up every 10 minutes. Fairly low showerhead. Couldn't get my hair wet without bending at 6’2. The room was definitely dated and needs an update. Wifi speed 16 down and 10 up

Emily

Feb 28, 2025

Stayed 5 nights

Loved our room. Very spacious! Staff was friendly and very helpful!

Sukanda

Aug 13, 2025

Stayed 1 night

Spacious room: Bedroom, bathroom, and living room. Very Clean and new. Nice decoration. Great location: Easy access to the Riverwalk.

Laura

Aug 14, 2025

Stayed 3 nights

This is a FABULOUS location. We thought the bar and lounge were great too! The street that my room faced was SUPER loud. Request not to be on Navaro. Other than that, loved it.

Michael

Nov 21, 2025

Stayed 1 night

The rooms are large and clean with the best views of the river. Staff is super friendly

Celina

Apr 3, 2025

Stayed 4 nights

The stay was wonderful overall! Super comfortable mattress and pillows, although it felt slightly smaller than a double sized bed. The room was very large and comfortable but could use more lighting options when needed. The only complaint would be the bathtub as the curtain didn't fully stop the water from going outside due to the curve of the bar and the tub itself was flaking/chipped in a few sections.

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly and helpful across departments. Yet multiple reviews report slow or unresponsive service (especially delayed valet and unmet requests), occasional billing issues, and inconsistent front-desk hospitality.

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Mariah

Jun 23, 2025

Stayed 2 nights

The hotel is nice and the beds and pillows are excellent quality. Our room (deluxe king suite) was very comfortable. However, getting our car to/from the valet service was a consistent issue. Dropping off the vehicle was a bit of a headache in that we’d inevitably have to wait in the street for cars to be cleared from the drop off area. That wasn’t so bad, but getting our vehicle from the valet never took less than 30 minutes, despite the valet advising us it would take 10. When we checked out on Saturday morning, we waited 45 minutes for our vehicle and it really did not seem that busy. The valets were very nice and were clearly working hard, so it seemed like a management issue. They really need to reevaluate their system and come up with a new plan. Or at least set realistic expectations for their guests so we can plan accordingly.

Todd

Oct 28, 2025

Stayed 1 night

Valet took over 30min in morning

Jana

May 28, 2025

Stayed 1 night

The hotel is nice and clean. The staff was lacking in hospitality. Watch out for the bar they overcharged us I’m guessing after reading reviews intentionally. Added 40.00 worth of wine that we didn’t order or consume. Front desk staff seemed bothered to help and as of today (24 hours later) it’s still not been credited to my bank card. Crooks.

Timothy

Nov 28, 2025

Stayed 1 night

⭐️⭐️☆☆☆ – Beautiful setting, but disappointing service The hotel itself is a nice place with a great river view, but the service fell far below expectations. The spa was extremely overpriced for the quality we received—you could honestly get better service at a mall. The front desk was the biggest reason we will not return. Not a single staff member smiled, and on two separate occasions we requested extra blankets and bottled water, neither of which were ever delivered. The bar was also subpar. The bartenders didn’t seem to know their liquor selection and were not attentive at all. What saved our stay was the room’s river view and the Thanksgiving feast—both were excellent. The meal was delicious, and the staff working the event were friendly and provided great service. We will definitely come back for the food, but not for the hotel stay.

Laura

Jul 6, 2025

Stayed 2 nights

Disappointed in our stay. Staff were NOT friendly like they usually are! Room wasn’t very clean. Trash in the bathroom, floors & carpet were dirty.

Chynna

Jun 10, 2025

Stayed 1 night

My friend and I checked in for one night while traveling. The hotel was great, very clean, quiet, and a really great location. The river walk is right outside and a CVS is a short walk across the street. The staff was super friendly and accommodating, the front desk, not so much. No one told me how to use the elevator, only learned that from a staff member explaining it to another guest. You have to use your room card FYI. I booked my reservation with hotels.com and owed a small amount when I checked in but there are two charges that don’t add up. I have tried calling the hotel but they don’t answer the phone or they send you to the reservation department and they can’t help you with issues going on at the hotel.

Shannon

Jul 11, 2025

Stayed 2 nights

The staff was especially friendly!! From the time we pulled in and a staff member opened the car door and welcomed up, to the desk clerk who got our room early, the bar staff and even the bell hop as we left offering to help with bags and ensuring we had transportation arranged.

Verna

Jul 15, 2025

Stayed 1 night

The hotel is outstanding. The check in staff wasn’t at all friendly - did not give us the wi-fi - did not welcome us or thank us for staying at their hotel. Kind of disappointing when you’re spending almost $400 for a room with a view of the river walk - $57 parking is outrageous This was a special occasion - we didn’t feel special.

Samantha

Mar 22, 2025

Stayed 1 night

I loved everything except it took me over a hour & a half to get my car from valet. Other than that it was a beautiful place & my room was wonderful

Damon

Jul 25, 2025

Stayed 2 nights

Loved my experience; shout out to Abbas who worked the counter and upon arrival took care of my wife and I with not only check in but a complimentary Champagne and strawberries. Love the elevator view and roof top pool. My three concerns for why I have 3 stars was the limited restaurant options, poor plumbing in the rooms and that it took 2 months for me to receive my deposit back. Someone from the hotel promised to call me back but I never received a call. Awesome view so it made up for the bad plumbing.

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Location

On the River Walk with direct access and easy walking to the Alamo, convention center, restaurants, and shops, with some appreciating the quieter section. Location is a consistent strong point.

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Julia

Aug 22, 2025

Stayed 1 night

Great place and location

Gloria

Sep 25, 2025

Stayed 3 nights

Enida

May 30, 2025

Stayed 4 nights

We really enjoyed this family friendly hotel that was walking distance to all the top sightseeing places on our list.

Courtney

Nov 24, 2025

Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful hotel right on the river walk. We were able to walk everywhere we wanted to. I will say that the person checking us in was not very kind but the rest of our stay was great.

Sandra

Aug 21, 2025

Stayed 4 nights

Beautiful location on the Riverwalk and 8 min walk to convention center. Definitely will be back.

Terry

Sep 24, 2025

Stayed 2 nights

Super nice staff. On riverfront.

Michael

Jul 29, 2025

Stayed 1 night

Great place to stay on the Riverwalk. Walking distance to everything.

Kathleen

May 18, 2025

Stayed 4 nights

On the riverwalk. Great location!

Crystal

Nov 29, 2025

Stayed 2 nights

This is our second time staying. We enjoy the location which is on the river walk but is far enough away from the central area that is busy. More quiet by hotel contessa. The valet and bell hops are so polite and maje sure you are prepared and get the help you need.

Bellvett

Jul 22, 2025

Stayed 5 nights

Great location.

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Dining

Ambler restaurant and the lobby bar earn frequent praise for tasty food, drinks, and live mariachis. Some guests encountered limited hours or unexpected closures and room-service cutoffs.

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Jeanette

Sep 12, 2025

Stayed 1 night

No issues - pleasant stay, clean room and friendly staff. My only slight complaint is that food service is over at 10:30pm. But other than that, lovely hotel and will be back

Stacey

Aug 31, 2025

Stayed 4 nights

We loved the rooftop pool and the views. The Ambler breakfast and dinner was outstanding my favorite part was the mariachi band.

Quelan

Sep 30, 2025

Stayed 4 nights

Isabel

Jul 1, 2025

Stayed 1 night

The hotel offers a very clean space and spacious bedrooms, the food from the restaurant was absolutely delicious plus the ambience from the restaurant felt very Texan .

Cathi

Sep 22, 2025

Stayed 3 nights

Everything about our stay was top notch. Food at the Ambler restaurant was amazing! Never had better food at a hotel restaurant.

Delaena

Aug 22, 2025

Stayed 1 night

From check-in to check-out, everything was perfect. All the staff were very friendly, room was in great shape and so comfy! The bar downstairs has amazing food.

gina

May 7, 2025

Stayed 3 nights

Had a great experience at Hotel Contessa. Great location on a quiet corner of the river. The rooms were very spacious. Love that it was a suite with the bedroom separate the hotel lobby had a great bar, but extremely loud music plays late Ambler restaurant was delicious for dinner and breakfast.

Benjamin

Apr 4, 2025

Stayed 1 night

Extremely helpful and polite staff. The restaurant had delicious food and was right on the riverwalk!

Tony

Sep 2, 2025

Stayed 3 nights

DIANA

Jul 8, 2025

Stayed 4 nights

Great location, very clean and beds were very comfortable. The bar and restaurant area was also a great feature. Everyone was extremely kind and helpful. We will be back.

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Theodore

3 weeks ago

Stayed 1 night

We have been to this hotel many times over the last decade and consider it our go too hotel in San Antonio. We love its location on the River Walk, its Spanish ambiance its excellent restaurant and bar overlooking the River Walk and the room suites which are so nice. This is a great romantic hotel for couples.

sarah

3 weeks ago

Stayed 2 nights

Noisy Noisy Noisy. I don't usually give reviews, but I think people need to know this. We were in a king corner on the 3rd floor RIVER SIDE, but 3/4 of the suite was on the city side. There is a city bus stop and a major street intersection on the city side of the hotel - very noisy. They we're nice enough to move us to an executive king city side but unfortunately that was just as noisy with street noise and also had loud elevator noises when elevators went up and down. It was extremely hard to get any rest or sleep. They did comp, the valet, which helped with the pricing. Otherwise, I probably would have given a one star rating. Unfortunately, we will not be staying here again. The bar is nice downstairs. The room was clean.

Leonel

3 weeks ago

Stayed 2 nights

Called about no hot water , seam to not care ..maintenance told me room is that section took awhile to start working .. Should have told me took like 30 mins for hot water . After it started all was good. Next day toilet broke , handle so had to flush manually. That sucks not good experience for the price would not stay there again …

Lauren

5 weeks ago

Stayed 1 night

Upon arriving I had to go in to Hotels front desk to ask if my reservation included parking. The gentleman at the counter was rude and disrespectful towards me as couple of gentlemen stood in line behind me. He did not want to look at my reservation and stated this is your problem as it looks like you purchased with a third party. He began to state I don’t use 3rd party so I cannot help you. I was shocked and mortified someone in hospitality would talk to someone like that. So I asked for a manager he said it’s your lucky day I am the Manager so I asked his name he stated Alex. I began to tear up asking where we could park he said across the street I asked how much he said I have no idea. Just drive over or walk. I immediately responded to him you should be ashamed of yourself speaking to a woman much less a customer like that. I walked off crying. Your Valet was beyond helpful and apologetic. He recommended I speak with his manager who in turn told me Alex has had many complaints regarding this type of communication. I cannot believe Contessa would put up with this type of behaviour I had booked this reservation because of how amazing your hotel was in 2012 when I frequently stayed there. This is NOT the same. I booked this because my boyfriend and I are getting married and I wanted to spoil him. On top of this incident our toilet didn’t work properly and the tv in living room wasn’t set up correctly. Maintenance had come to fix.

Kristen

Sep 30, 2026

Stayed 1 night

Really great vibe in hotel and rooms. Location on the Riverwalk was perfect.

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FAQs about Hotel Contessa - Suites on the Riverwalk

Is parking available at the property?

Valet parking is available for a fee of USD 59 per night, which includes in/out privileges. Parking height restrictions apply. Reservations are not mentioned as required.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

Full breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee ranging from approximately USD 15 to 25 per person.

Does the property allow pets?

Pets are allowed in specific rooms only, with a pet fee of USD 125.00 per pet, which varies based on the length of stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early check-in and late check-out are available for a fee, subject to availability.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property features limited wheelchair accessibility, with step-free entrances and accessible public areas. Specific accessibility features for rooms and bathrooms are not detailed.

Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is centrally located in San Antonio, steps from the River Walk and within a 5-minute walk of Shops at Rivercenter. It is 0.3 miles from the Henry B. González Convention Center and 0.5 miles from the Alamo.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

Yes, the property features an outdoor heated pool that is open seasonally from March to December. Pool access is available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

What are the hotel's policies for guests staying with children?

Children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. Specific policies regarding children's amenities are not detailed.

What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms available, subject to availability. Specific information about cribs or extra beds is not provided.

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What do room rates usually run at Hotel Contessa - Suites on the Riverwalk in San Antonio?

Over the next 60–90 days, room rates at Hotel Contessa - Suites on the Riverwalk in San Antonio typically land around $171 a night for two guests, ranging from $128 to $307.

When is the best time to visit Hotel Contessa - Suites on the Riverwalk for fewer crowds?

March is the busiest month for demand at Hotel Contessa - Suites on the Riverwalk in San Antonio, while August is the quietest month; expect demand to drop steadily after the spring peak through late summer.

Which month has the lowest room rates at Hotel Contessa - Suites on the Riverwalk?

August is the cheapest month to stay at Hotel Contessa - Suites on the Riverwalk in San Antonio, averaging $170 a night; October is the priciest month, averaging $261.

What attractions and traveller types is Hotel Contessa - Suites on the Riverwalk near or good for?

Hotel Contessa - Suites on the Riverwalk in San Antonio sits right by the San Antonio River and River Walk, within walking distance of La Villita and the Briscoe Western Art Museum, making it a convenient pick for couples and families seeking a city-centre stay with easy access to cultural sights.

How do prices at Hotel Contessa - Suites on the Riverwalk compare with other San Antonio hotels?

Hotel Contessa - Suites on the Riverwalk is cheaper than 11 of 18 comparable hotels nearby, with a typical median of $185 a night versus about $221 for its peers in San Antonio.

How does the nightly price at Hotel Contessa - Suites on the Riverwalk in San Antonio compare to recent weeks?

The current price at Hotel Contessa - Suites on the Riverwalk in San Antonio is $247 per night for 2 guests, which is high for this hotel: about 25% above its $202 average over the last 60 days. Most nights over that period fell between $142 and $377.

Prices for upcoming dates

November 2026

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
1 $267	2 $489	3 $398	4 $278	5 $160	6 $229	7 $255
8 $176	9 $175	10 $355	11 $509	12 $501	13 $189	14 $218
15 $158	16 $158	17 $158	18 $158	19 $158	20 $213	21 $205
22 $166	23 $148	24 $150	25 $190	26 $202	27 $325	28 $207
29 $170	30 $188

December 2026

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Average nightly price across deals, with taxes & fees.

Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.

2026-11-01: 266.9858672431641USD
2026-11-02: 489.14199186328125USD
2026-11-03: 398.1083640117188USD
2026-11-04: 277.6114680117188USD
2026-11-05: 160.3907672783203USD
2026-11-06: 228.95615228027344USD
2026-11-07: 255.30837900292968USD
2026-11-08: 176.3302154326172USD
2026-11-09: 174.77380945019533USD
2026-11-10: 355.42631932031253USD
2026-11-11: 509.06631056835937USD
2026-11-12: 501.096603515625USD
2026-11-13: 188.61378983789064USD
2026-11-14: 218.17128811816406USD
2026-11-15: 158.3983320029297USD
2026-11-16: 158.3983320029297USD
2026-11-17: 158.3983320029297USD
2026-11-18: 158.3983320029297USD
2026-11-19: 158.3983320029297USD
2026-11-20: 213.1901999296875USD
2026-11-21: 205.21271271972657USD
2026-11-22: 166.34129370117188USD
2026-11-23: 147.82361720800782USD
2026-11-24: 149.9473617890625USD
2026-11-25: 190.27722831152343USD
2026-11-26: 202.23182293945314USD
2026-11-27: 325.1648785429688USD
2026-11-28: 206.54734166015626USD
2026-11-29: 170.35292663085937USD
2026-11-30: 187.86251946972658USD
2026-12-01: 223.15235928222657USD
2026-12-02: 250.25468168847658USD
2026-12-03: 190.27722831152343USD
2026-12-04: 223.91088205078125USD
2026-12-05: 252.04261970214844USD
2026-12-06: 182.53735084863283USD
2026-12-07: 284.9177506728516USD
2026-12-08: 580.7938783359375USD
2026-12-09: 509.52171364453125USD
2026-12-10: 557.1866681367188USD
2026-12-11: 291.7904215078125USD
2026-12-12: 228.13344747070315USD
2026-12-13: 171.11291349902345USD
2026-12-14: 174.51623006542968USD
2026-12-15: 173.18158410058595USD
2026-12-16: 199.87419695800781USD
2026-12-17: 270.9707207695313USD
2026-12-18: 298.8647805761719USD
2026-12-19: 298.8647805761719USD
2026-12-20: 202.23182293945314USD
2026-12-21: 187.01960668066408USD
2026-12-22: 201.2088258984375USD
2026-12-23: 202.20606500097657USD
2026-12-24: 152.1719760234375USD
2026-12-25: 243.0766779873047USD
2026-12-26: 257.023707890625USD
2026-12-27: 178.52011688671877USD
2026-12-28: 224.8758088154297USD
2026-12-29: 124.89522998291017USD
2026-12-30: 221.22529775683594USD
2026-12-31: 333.1316233476563USD
2027-01-01: 228.13344747070315USD

If you are planning to arrive after 1:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 21 years old.

You'll be required to pay the following fully refundable deposit.

Deposit: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per night

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.

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 hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
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.
The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Parking height restrictions apply.
Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Contactless check-out is available.

Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 15 to 25 per person
Covered 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.

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1 $223	2 $250	3 $190	4 $224	5 $252
6 $183	7 $285	8 $581	9 $510	10 $557	11 $292	12 $228
13 $171	14 $175	15 $173	16 $200	17 $271	18 $299	19 $299
20 $202	21 $187	22 $201	23 $202	24 $152	25 $243	26 $257
27 $179	28 $225	29 $125	30 $221	31 $333