The Best Hotels Closest to El Mercado in San Antonio for 2026

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A modern kitchen with a microwave, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A room with a variety of decorative mirrors and wall art, a sofa with patterned cushions, and a red chair.

A Starbucks with a brick facade and large windows.

A conference room with a long wooden table, black chairs, and three ceiling lights.

1. Residence Inn by Marriott San Antonio Riverwalk

0.5 km from El Mercado

Felipe

₩195,480

₩231,074 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A grand lobby with high ceilings, ornate columns, and a chandelier. There are multiple seating areas with sofas and armchairs.

A restaurant with multiple dining tables, chairs, and a modern chandelier.

A formal dining room with a long table, chairs, and chandeliers.

A multi-story hotel with a classic architectural design, featuring a prominent entrance and a well-lit facade.

2. The Gunter Hotel, San Antonio Riverwalk, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Downtown San Antonio, 0.7 km from El Mercado

Adverl

₩254,686

₩304,827 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a city skyline.

A restaurant with tables set for dining, wooden beams on the ceiling, and hanging plants.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a large tree.

A modern reception area with a central counter, potted plants, and a sloped ceiling with exposed beams.

3. Kimpton Santo San Antonio - Riverwalk by IHG

Downtown San Antonio, 1.1 km from El Mercado

don

₩249,780

₩330,538 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

An outdoor cafe area with tables and chairs, a sign for OSTRA, and balconies with railings.

A modern building with a stone facade, a stone staircase, and a small water feature.

A spa area with a hot tub, potted plants, and a towel rack.

A lobby with a large wooden sculpture, a reception desk, and a balcony with ornate railings.

4. Mokara Hotel & Spa San Antonio

Downtown San Antonio, 0.8 km from El Mercado

Amber

₩479,578

₩568,306 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An outdoor pool area with a stone wall, a water fountain, and a bridge connecting different levels.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large columns, and a central stained glass window.

A hotel with a stone facade, a central courtyard, and a staircase leading to the upper levels.

A multi-story hotel with a stone facade, a bridge over a canal, and outdoor seating areas.

5. Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk

Downtown San Antonio, 0.7 km from El Mercado

Rebekah

₩173,746

₩205,383 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A riverboat with a pink and blue exterior, surrounded by buildings with balconies and a palm tree.

A wooden dining table with a decorative metal partition, potted plants, and a fruit bowl.

A spacious courtyard with a central fire feature, surrounded by lounge chairs and potted plants.

A spacious bar area with a high ceiling, wooden flooring, and a mix of bar stools and chairs.

6. Hotel Valencia Riverwalk

Downtown San Antonio, 0.7 km from El Mercado

Michael

₩214,728

₩292,511 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern building with a dining area, outdoor seating, and a canal.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, chairs, a foosball table, and a colorful shelf.

A riverside building with outdoor seating, a boat dock, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A modern interior with a wooden dining table, chairs, a bookshelf, and a large window offering a view of greenery.

7. Canopy San Antonio Riverwalk

Downtown San Antonio, 0.7 km from El Mercado

Twyla

₩280,276

₩367,869 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A restaurant with tables and chairs arranged under a tree with hanging lanterns, large windows with a city view, and a bar area with bottles and glasses.

A modern building with a unique curved glass facade and a large, illuminated sculpture in the foreground.

A spacious bar area with high ceilings and hanging lights, a central bar counter, and multiple seating arrangements.

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

8. The Monarch San Antonio, Curio Collection By Hilton

Downtown San Antonio, 1.2 km from El Mercado

Anne Robinson

₩410,888

₩485,707 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A hallway with a wooden console table displaying books and decorative items, flanked by two framed movie posters on the wall.

A garden with colorful chairs and a variety of plants.

A living room with a brown leather chair, a beige sofa, and a wooden coffee table.

A building with a white exterior, red steps, and a red door.

9. The Madison Riverwalk

Arsenal, 1.4 km from El Mercado

Rachel

₩241,687

₩451,312 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A person swimming in a clear, turquoise pool.

A bar area with a variety of bottles, bar stools, and a seating area with sofas and tables.

An outdoor bar area with a long counter, wicker chairs, and a seating area with sofas.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, modern furniture, and potted plants.

10. Plaza San Antonio Hotel & Spa, Autograph Collection

Downtown San Antonio, 1.2 km from El Mercado

Janice

₩241,010

₩327,547 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A rooftop terrace with wicker furniture, potted plants, and a clear view of city buildings and a tower.

A hallway with a wooden door, black and white tiled flooring, and a mirrored wall.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows offering views of the city, and a brick wall in the background.

A wine cellar with glass walls and shelves filled with wine bottles.

11. Fairmount Hotel

Downtown San Antonio, 1.1 km from El Mercado

Jo Marie

₩362,869

₩457,500 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A riverside hotel with outdoor seating and a view of the city skyline.

A dining area with a view of a river, a balcony, and a modern building in the background.

A bar area with a marble countertop, bar stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

12. Sol Cypress San Antonio; Marriott Tribute Portfolio

Downtown San Antonio, 1.7 km from El Mercado

Lori

₩266,736

₩315,305 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A wooden deck with a table and two chairs, overlooking a river and city buildings.

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a desk, and a chair.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a ceiling fan, and artwork on the walls.

A set of stone steps leading up to a stone wall with a metal railing.

13. Inn on the Riverwalk

Downtown San Antonio, 0.8 km from El Mercado

Neil

₩180,554

₩210,797 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A courtyard with stone planters, a small water feature, and outdoor seating with umbrellas.

A restaurant with wooden ceiling beams, leather booths, and tables with candles.

A serene waterway with lush greenery and flowering plants, bordered by stone walkways.

14. Omni La Mansion del Rio

Downtown San Antonio, 0.8 km from El Mercado

Alonso

₩231,803

₩278,121 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A modern lobby with a staircase, seating areas, and a reception desk.

A staircase leading to a room with a neon sign reading "No Vaccination" and a cityscape mural on the wall.

A modern living room with a red sofa, a kitchen area with a bar, and a large painting on the wall.

A bar area with a marble countertop, green bar stools, and shelves with bottles and a television displaying a fire.

15. Aiden San Antonio Riverwalk

1.8 km from El Mercado

Nilda

₩148,397

₩173,252 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with seating.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV on a wooden cabinet, a beige sofa, a small table with a lamp, and large windows offering a view of trees.

A conference room with a long table, chairs, and a carpeted floor.

A tall hotel with a sign reading "Staybridge Suites". It has multiple floors and a mix of brick and beige exterior.

16. Staybridge Suites San Antonio Downtown Conv Ctr by IHG

2 km from El Mercado

chris

₩172,634

₩204,068 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A modern outdoor lounge area with a sofa, chairs, and tables.

A modern bar area with a long counter, several chairs, and a decorative hanging light fixture.

The exterior of AC Hotel San Antonio with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and the name 'Watson' on the right side.

A modern interior with wicker chairs, round wooden tables, and pendant lighting.

17. AC Hotel by Marriott San Antonio Riverwalk

0.5 km from El Mercado

Nathalie

₩171,957

₩203,268 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a digital screen, and a view of an old building through a stone archway.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, buffet area, and artwork on the walls.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a mix of seating areas including sofas and armchairs.

18. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Antonio Downtown

Arsenal, 0.6 km from El Mercado

james

₩132,149

₩157,031 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A modern indoor pool area with glass railings, seating, and a bar area with screens.

A well-lit food court with various food and drink options, including a deli counter and beverage dispensers.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase.

A spacious lounge area with multiple seating options, a central bar, and large windows offering views.

19. Hyatt Regency San Antonio Riverwalk

Downtown San Antonio, 1 km from El Mercado

Megan

₩305,438

₩405,188 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A riverside café with outdoor seating, a bridge, and a decorative palm tree.

A modern building with a glass dome, surrounded by a garden with a pond and tropical plants.

A sunlit interior with a sofa, armchairs, and potted plants.

A lobby with a grand piano, a bar area, and a staircase.

20. Hilton Palacio Del Rio

Downtown San Antonio, 1.1 km from El Mercado

Jose

₩220,944

₩261,176 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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Compare popular hotels close to El Mercado

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Residence Inn by Marriott San Antonio Riverwalk	9.8 Exceptional 15 reviews	View
The Gunter Hotel, San Antonio Riverwalk, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 183 reviews	View
Kimpton Santo San Antonio - Riverwalk by IHG	9.6 Exceptional 1,244 reviews	View
Mokara Hotel & Spa San Antonio	9.6 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk	9.4 Exceptional 5,333 reviews	View

Top El Mercado Hotel Reviews

Riverwalk Plaza

10/10 Excellent

"Close to downtown and great customer service"

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Antonio Riverwalk

10/10 Excellent

"The staff were very helpful and friendly and the hotel was very accommodating. Great location and price."

Hotel Valencia Riverwalk

8/10 Good

"Arrived after ck in time by 1 1/2 and still had to wait 1/2hr to get in our room. We were exhausted and wanted to lay down."

Element by Marriott San Antonio Riverwalk

8/10 Good

"Amanda did an excellent job of helping us with room problems she was great"

Menger Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"If you're visiting San Antonio, you have to stay at the historic Menger Hotel. The Alamo is across the street. The Menger bar has old West vibes."

Omni La Mansion del Rio

8/10 Good

"Great hotel! Very good location! I took one star out because it is a very old building and there was an overwhelming mold smell in my room. The staff was very helpful and pleasant. I like the hacienda-style architecture."

Crockett Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Decent for price. Close to river walk. Staff friendly! Parking expensive. Valet worth it."

AC Hotel by Marriott San Antonio Riverwalk

8/10 Good

"top shelf one and all"

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Antonio Riverwalk

8/10 Good

"Breakfast was not very good at all"

Other attractions near El Mercado

A variety of colorful ceramic figurines and sculptures, including a basket, a skull, and a doll in a pink dress.

Milam Park

After visiting Milam Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Antonio. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene in this walkable area.

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A brightly lit street with colorful flags, a building with a tower, and signs for restaurants.

Market Square

9.0/10 (10,034 reviews)

During your trip to San Antonio, you can enjoy retail therapy at Market Square. Experience the lively festivals and great live music in this walkable area.

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A historic cathedral with twin towers, a central rose window, and a fountain in the foreground.

San Fernando De Bexar Cathedral

9.4/10 (58 reviews)

After visiting San Fernando De Bexar Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Antonio. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and great live music in this walkable area.

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Centro de Artes

Enjoy a stop at Centro de Artes, an entertaining place to visit in San Antonio. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

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Casa Navarro State Historical Park

You can browse the exhibits at Casa Navarro State Historical Park, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to San Antonio. Discover the lively festivals and shops in this walkable area.

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The Alameda National Center of Latino Arts and Culture

Enjoy a stop at The Alameda National Center of Latino Arts and Culture, an entertaining place to visit in San Antonio. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theater scene in this walkable area.

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Spanish Governor's Palace

You can browse the exhibits at Spanish Governor's Palace, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to San Antonio. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

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Casa Navarro State Historic Site

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Casa Navarro State Historic Site during your trip to San Antonio. Discover the acclaimed theater scene and shops in this walkable area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around El Mercado?

El Mercado is located in a walkable area of San Antonio known for its popular theater scene and interesting historical sites. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 467 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to El Mercado?

Hotel Valencia Riverwalk is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a health club. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from El Mercado. Other good choices close by include Riverwalk Plaza and Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to El Mercado?

Expedia has 467 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from El Mercado.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near El Mercado, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available near El Mercado.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near El Mercado?

To access more information about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near El Mercado, click here.

What can I see and do near El Mercado?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Alamo, Briscoe Western Art Museum, or San Antonio Museum of Art. Cathedral of San Fernando, Aztec Theater, and La Villita are some of the local landmarks to explore. You can watch performances at Majestic Theatre, Charline McCombs Empire Theatre, and The Rock Box if you're interested in local theater.

How can I get to El Mercado?

If you're taking a train to the area, San Antonio Station is the closest stop to Downtown San Antonio. There might not be many public transportation choices near by El Mercado so consider a car rental to maximize your time.

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Our top choices for El Mercado hotels

1. Residence Inn by Marriott San Antonio Riverwalk

2. The Gunter Hotel, San Antonio Riverwalk, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

3. Kimpton Santo San Antonio - Riverwalk by IHG

4. Mokara Hotel & Spa San Antonio

5. Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk

6. Hotel Valencia Riverwalk

7. Canopy San Antonio Riverwalk

8. The Monarch San Antonio, Curio Collection By Hilton

9. The Madison Riverwalk

10. Plaza San Antonio Hotel & Spa, Autograph Collection

11. Fairmount Hotel

12. Sol Cypress San Antonio; Marriott Tribute Portfolio

13. Inn on the Riverwalk

14. Omni La Mansion del Rio

15. Aiden San Antonio Riverwalk

16. Staybridge Suites San Antonio Downtown Conv Ctr by IHG

17. AC Hotel by Marriott San Antonio Riverwalk

18. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Antonio Downtown

19. Hyatt Regency San Antonio Riverwalk

20. Hilton Palacio Del Rio

Compare popular hotels close to El Mercado

Top El Mercado Hotel Reviews

Riverwalk Plaza

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Antonio Riverwalk

Hotel Valencia Riverwalk

Element by Marriott San Antonio Riverwalk

Menger Hotel

Omni La Mansion del Rio

Crockett Hotel

AC Hotel by Marriott San Antonio Riverwalk

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Antonio Riverwalk

Other attractions near El Mercado

Milam Park

Market Square

San Fernando De Bexar Cathedral

Centro de Artes

Casa Navarro State Historical Park

The Alameda National Center of Latino Arts and Culture

Spanish Governor's Palace

Casa Navarro State Historic Site

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