The upper-middle-range Embassy Suites is in a prime downtown location, close to tons of restaurants, nightlife, and major attractions -- and directly on the famous River Walk. It's popular with both families and business travelers, featuring a free breakfast/cocktail hour, and meeting space. But while the two-room suites are modern and spacious, those not facing the river have not-so-appealing views of the parking lot and lobby.
The upper-middle-range Embassy Suites is in a prime downtown location, close to tons of restaurants, nightlife, and major attractions -- and directly on the famous River Walk. It's popular with both families and business travelers, featuring a free breakfast/cocktail hour, and meeting space. But while the two-room suites are modern and spacious, those not facing the river have not-so-appealing views of the parking lot and lobby.
The 131-room Hyatt Place San Antonio/Riverwalk is a mid-range hotel that offers direct access to the River Walk and is close to several restaurants and attractions. Riverfront views can be found in balconies in upgraded rooms and a rear dining patio. Rooms are spacious with sitting areas that have rotating flat-screen TVs, wet bars, and mini-fridges. But bathrooms can be cramped. Dining is offered 24/7 from the Gallery Menu and in a to-go deli case. The hotel also has a lobby cafe and bar, meeting facilities, a small gym, and a clean, simple pool with Tower of the Americas views. Freebies such as breakfast, parking, and free shuttle service are nice perks. For a more happening River Walk setting, travelers may want to check rates at the Holiday Inn Riverwalk.
The 131-room Hyatt Place San Antonio/Riverwalk is a mid-range hotel that offers direct access to the River Walk and is close to several restaurants and attractions. Riverfront views can be found in balconies in upgraded rooms and a rear dining patio. Rooms are spacious with sitting areas that have rotating flat-screen TVs, wet bars, and mini-fridges. But bathrooms can be cramped. Dining is offered 24/7 from the Gallery Menu and in a to-go deli case. The hotel also has a lobby cafe and bar, meeting facilities, a small gym, and a clean, simple pool with Tower of the Americas views. Freebies such as breakfast, parking, and free shuttle service are nice perks. For a more happening River Walk setting, travelers may want to check rates at the Holiday Inn Riverwalk.
The Marriott Rivercenter is a large, business-oriented hotel that also caters to leisure travelers looking for comfortable accommodations and a solid array of features, including an indoor/outdoor pool and spacious fitness center. The Marriott's other main draw is its excellent location adjacent to the River Walk (though the nearby shopping center dampens the appeal of the area a bit). Decor is what you'd expect of a massive mega-chain -- contemporary but generic (with some particularly busy carpeting in the common spaces). Still, it's a solid four-pearl option in the area.
The Marriott Rivercenter is a large, business-oriented hotel that also caters to leisure travelers looking for comfortable accommodations and a solid array of features, including an indoor/outdoor pool and spacious fitness center. The Marriott's other main draw is its excellent location adjacent to the River Walk (though the nearby shopping center dampens the appeal of the area a bit). Decor is what you'd expect of a massive mega-chain -- contemporary but generic (with some particularly busy carpeting in the common spaces). Still, it's a solid four-pearl option in the area.
Directly facing Hemisfair Park, the Marriott Riverwalk is conveniently located next to its eponymous waterway, with convenient access to downtown attractions. Although it doesn't feel as opulent as its more business-oriented counterpart nearby, the Marriott Rivercenter, there are some nice features the leisure traveler will appreciate, including rooms with balconies and a cool lobby bar.
Directly facing Hemisfair Park, the Marriott Riverwalk is conveniently located next to its eponymous waterway, with convenient access to downtown attractions. Although it doesn't feel as opulent as its more business-oriented counterpart nearby, the Marriott Rivercenter, there are some nice features the leisure traveler will appreciate, including rooms with balconies and a cool lobby bar.
This well-maintained, upscale chain is periodically updated, and does a fine job of melding old-time charm with modern comforts. It's a historic property with neutral, pleasant (if chain-like) rooms, in the heart of downtown San Antonio, within walking distance of most major attractions.
This well-maintained, upscale chain is periodically updated, and does a fine job of melding old-time charm with modern comforts. It's a historic property with neutral, pleasant (if chain-like) rooms, in the heart of downtown San Antonio, within walking distance of most major attractions.
The massive upper-middle-range Hilton Anatole is located in downtown Dallas near I-35. While the hotel is in a somewhat gritty business area, its proximity to the freeway makes it easy to get about the city quickly. Keep in mind however that its location and facilities lend the venue more to business travelers than vacationers. The rooms are spacious, clean, and, like the lobby, decorated in Asian-inspired themes. An array of on-site dining and drink options are offered as well. Watch out for extra charges for everything from parking to Wi-Fi to use of the fitness center.
The massive upper-middle-range Hilton Anatole is located in downtown Dallas near I-35. While the hotel is in a somewhat gritty business area, its proximity to the freeway makes it easy to get about the city quickly. Keep in mind however that its location and facilities lend the venue more to business travelers than vacationers. The rooms are spacious, clean, and, like the lobby, decorated in Asian-inspired themes. An array of on-site dining and drink options are offered as well. Watch out for extra charges for everything from parking to Wi-Fi to use of the fitness center.
The Ramada Dallas North Hotel and Conference Center is a value property that offers spacious rooms and attractive rates in a convenient north Dallas location at the intersection of the I-635 with the N. Central Expressway. Some rooms offer kitchenettes, separate living rooms, or heart-shaped whirlpool tubs. An adjacent Mexican restaurant serves three meals daily, and an outdoor pool offers a place to relax in warmer months. But rooms are tired and in need of updates, and some could use a thorough, top-to-bottom cleaning. There are several alternative nearby that travelers might want to check out, such as the Best Western Dallas Hotel & Conference Center, which offers room service and a free breakfast.
The Ramada Dallas North Hotel and Conference Center is a value property that offers spacious rooms and attractive rates in a convenient north Dallas location at the intersection of the I-635 with the N. Central Expressway. Some rooms offer kitchenettes, separate living rooms, or heart-shaped whirlpool tubs. An adjacent Mexican restaurant serves three meals daily, and an outdoor pool offers a place to relax in warmer months. But rooms are tired and in need of updates, and some could use a thorough, top-to-bottom cleaning. There are several alternative nearby that travelers might want to check out, such as the Best Western Dallas Hotel & Conference Center, which offers room service and a free breakfast.
The 210-room, mid-range Wyndham Garden Austin is located in South Austin, near St. Edward's University and a 10-minute drive from Austin Convention Center and South Congress restaurants. Rooms are comfortable but have some dated furnishings; all have flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers, and mini-fridges. There are plenty of perks for business travelers, such as large in-room workspaces, a business center with computers and printers, and meeting space galore. Features include a restaurant and bar serving burgers and beer; free high-speed Wi-Fi; a sunny fitness center; and a sizable outdoor swimming pool with hot tub. There is no free breakfast offered. If you’re looking for more of a boutique hotel experience in the same area and price range (and breakfast included), check out the Casulo Hotel.
The 210-room, mid-range Wyndham Garden Austin is located in South Austin, near St. Edward's University and a 10-minute drive from Austin Convention Center and South Congress restaurants. Rooms are comfortable but have some dated furnishings; all have flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers, and mini-fridges. There are plenty of perks for business travelers, such as large in-room workspaces, a business center with computers and printers, and meeting space galore. Features include a restaurant and bar serving burgers and beer; free high-speed Wi-Fi; a sunny fitness center; and a sizable outdoor swimming pool with hot tub. There is no free breakfast offered. If you’re looking for more of a boutique hotel experience in the same area and price range (and breakfast included), check out the Casulo Hotel.
This trendy, 83-room boutique opened in 2015 and has made a name for itself thanks to its stunning design and excellent location on Austin’s bustling South Congress Avenue. Its proximity to popular bars and restaurants, as well as the hip, sophisticated vibe largely with couples, though business travelers and families can also be spotted. Modern, minimalist rooms have sleek bathrooms, LED TVs, free Wi-Fi, and minibars. Solid features include several excellent bars and restaurants, including a Japanese eatery and rustic cafe. An outdoor swimming pool with lounge chairs, 24-hour gym, and free shuttle service round out the amenities. There's no full spa and parking is pricey, however. Travelers looking for a bit more intimate stay may prefer the 14-room Hotel Saint Cecilia nearby, which has quirkier rooms.
This trendy, 83-room boutique opened in 2015 and has made a name for itself thanks to its stunning design and excellent location on Austin’s bustling South Congress Avenue. Its proximity to popular bars and restaurants, as well as the hip, sophisticated vibe largely with couples, though business travelers and families can also be spotted. Modern, minimalist rooms have sleek bathrooms, LED TVs, free Wi-Fi, and minibars. Solid features include several excellent bars and restaurants, including a Japanese eatery and rustic cafe. An outdoor swimming pool with lounge chairs, 24-hour gym, and free shuttle service round out the amenities. There's no full spa and parking is pricey, however. Travelers looking for a bit more intimate stay may prefer the 14-room Hotel Saint Cecilia nearby, which has quirkier rooms.
Located across the street from the Austin Convention Center, the four-pearl Hilton Austin is one of the city's major hotels for convention attendees. As such, the 801-room property has 80,000 square feet of event space and buzzes with activity year-round. It’s built for the crowds, with a spacious lobby that was renovated in 2016, and multiple restaurants and bars, including a Starbucks. Other highlights include a full-service spa, outdoor pool, and a large fitness center. Decor in its contemporary guest rooms is a tad ho-hum, but amenities are a plus, with coffeemakers, mini-fridges, and upscale Peter Thomas Roth bath products. Travelers looking for a step up can consider W Austin, but it isn't as close to the convention center.
Located across the street from the Austin Convention Center, the four-pearl Hilton Austin is one of the city's major hotels for convention attendees. As such, the 801-room property has 80,000 square feet of event space and buzzes with activity year-round. It’s built for the crowds, with a spacious lobby that was renovated in 2016, and multiple restaurants and bars, including a Starbucks. Other highlights include a full-service spa, outdoor pool, and a large fitness center. Decor in its contemporary guest rooms is a tad ho-hum, but amenities are a plus, with coffeemakers, mini-fridges, and upscale Peter Thomas Roth bath products. Travelers looking for a step up can consider W Austin, but it isn't as close to the convention center.