The Best Hotels Closest to San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium in San Antonio for 2026

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A modern building with a pool, surrounded by trees and a stone wall.

A close-up of a textured surface with a pattern of interconnected shapes.

A neatly made bed with striped pillows and a headboard, a framed picture on the wall, and a door with a sign.

A concrete wall with two small windows and a palm tree in the foreground.

1. Ranch Motel

1 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Marie

₩236,487

₩276,099 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern living room with a grey sofa, orange armchairs, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading "Best Western PLUS".

A hotel room with a blue sofa, two single beds, a wooden desk, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

A narrow hallway with a refrigerator stocked with beverages, a microwave, and a small refrigerator. There are shelves with snacks and a framed menu on the wall.

2. Best Western Plus Downtown North

2.9 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Benjamin

₩120,830

₩141,069 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A covered porch with a wooden table and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a railing.

A two-story building with a central entrance, a red door, and an American flag. There are potted plants and a well-maintained lawn in front.

A staircase with a wooden handrail and a stained glass light fixture.

A bedroom with a large mirror, a bed with patterned bedding, a bedside table with a vase, and a decorative lantern.

3. O'Casey's Boutique Inn

2.6 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

danny

₩211,561

₩246,998 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A riverside walkway with outdoor seating and a staircase leading down to the water.

A living room with a sofa, a chair, a coffee table, a plant, and a wall art piece.

A hallway with a grey door, a white door with a blue lock, and a white door with a grey door closer.

A gym with exercise equipment, a stationary bike, and a green carpeted floor.

4. Tx Home Group- San Antonio

Tobin Hill, 3.1 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Brian

₩105,956

₩232,023 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted lamp.

A small bathroom with a toilet, a bathtub, and a shower curtain.

A room with a wooden desk, a black office chair, a telephone, a cabinet with drawers, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a door to the right.

A bathroom with teal walls, a dark marble sink, a white bathtub, and a shower curtain.

5. Sun Motel

3.2 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

John

₩67,327

₩78,604 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a grey sofa, a blue ottoman, and a TV on a stand.

A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a dining area with chairs. There is a kitchen with a refrigerator, stove, and microwave.

A residential house with a dark siding exterior, a white front door, and a small front porch with steps leading to the entrance.

6. Remodeled Modern 1BR 1BA Apt Near Downtown 5min Pearl

1.1 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

₩90,790

₩268,512 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A compact living space with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a kitchenette.

A two-story house with a grey exterior, white trim, and a small front porch.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a small table, and a TV.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a patterned backsplash.

7. Remodeled Modern 1br/1ba Apt #1 Near Downtown

1.1 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

₩116,443

₩222,889 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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

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

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a table, a chair, a small kitchen area, and a bathroom.

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

8. Residence Inn by Marriott San Antonio Riverwalk

4.7 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Felipe

₩205,806

₩243,281 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

A spacious conference room with a long table and leather chairs, a bar area with stools, and a modern ceiling design.

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

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

9. Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk

Downtown San Antonio, 4.8 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Rebekah

₩173,881

₩205,544 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a wall with a textured design.

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

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

10. Aiden San Antonio Riverwalk

4.7 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Nilda

₩126,043

₩147,155 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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

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

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

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.

11. Staybridge Suites San Antonio Downtown Conv Ctr by IHG

4.8 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

chris

₩172,634

₩204,068 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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

A white building with a bell tower, surrounded by green grass and cacti.

A gym with treadmills, an elliptical, and a stationary bike.

A hotel room with a dining table, four chairs, a television, and a large window with curtains.

12. Holiday Inn Express San Antonio Rivercenter Area by IHG

Dignowty Hill, 4.8 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

flavia

₩123,213

₩143,852 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A lobby with marble floors, teal chairs, and a central elevator.

A lobby with a marble floor, a sofa, a green armchair, a bookshelf with snacks, and a refrigerator.

A bathroom with a large mirror, vanity, and a window with a city view.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk with a vase of flowers, and a large mirror.

13. Hotel Gibbs Downtown Riverwalk

Downtown San Antonio, 4.3 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Chivory

₩111,062

₩129,665 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern conference room with a long table, blue chairs, and a fruit bowl.

A reception desk with a "Welcome to the Lone Star State" sign, a name tag, and a digital kiosk.

A snack display with various chips and a refrigerated beverage cooler.

A bed with a 'CONGRATS' card, champagne, and glasses on a bedspread with rose petals.

14. Hampton Inn San Antonio-Downtown (River Walk)

Downtown San Antonio, 4.3 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Jose

₩118,068

₩140,272 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

A long, narrow hotel hallway with a patterned carpet, doors on both sides, and overhead lighting.

A parking garage with multiple levels and a building with a sign for 'FRIEDELICH' and 'La Hacienda Inn'.

A reception area with a colorful tiled counter, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a small trash bin.

15. La Hacienda near Alamodome & Riverwalk

4.9 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Elodia

₩89,363

₩104,331 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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

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

A multi-story building with a pool area, outdoor seating, and string lights.

16. Sol Cypress San Antonio; Marriott Tribute Portfolio

Downtown San Antonio, 3.4 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

₩266,736

₩315,305 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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 lounge area with a modern design, featuring a large seating area with sofas and chairs, a bar area with a counter, and a view of the outdoor patio.

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

17. The Monarch San Antonio, Curio Collection By Hilton

Downtown San Antonio, 4.9 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Anne Robinson

₩409,826

₩484,450 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a Texas flag. There are seating areas with tables and chairs, and a large screen displaying a map.

A historic stone building with a central arched entrance, a flagpole, and a well-maintained lawn in front.

A spacious indoor area with a high ceiling, stone flooring, and a series of armchairs and tables arranged for seating.

Outdoor dining tables with umbrellas along a canal.

18. Crockett Hotel

Downtown San Antonio, 4.5 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

April

₩119,607

₩141,386 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A bar area with multiple stools and shelves stocked with various bottles.

A hotel lobby with a large screen displaying the hotel name, a seating area with sofas and chairs, and a dining area in the background.

A pool area with a stone wall, lounge chairs, and a sign indicating a lifeguard on duty.

A Fairfield hotel with a modern design, featuring a clear entrance and multiple floors.

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Antonio Alamo Plaza/Convention Center

Downtown San Antonio, 4.3 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Chad

₩118,068

₩137,843 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a waiting area with a cushioned bench, and a tiled floor.

A hotel lobby with a television mounted on the wall, a fire extinguisher, a trash can, and a seating area with a blue and yellow chair.

A multi-story hotel with a beige and brown facade, multiple windows, and a stone base.

A hotel room with a black desk, a television, a coffee maker, and a chair.

20. Cityview Inn & Suites Downtown RiverCenter Area

Near East Side, 4.8 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Margie

₩84,628

₩98,804 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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Compare popular hotels close to San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Ranch Motel	9.4 Exceptional 219 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Downtown North	8.6 Excellent 1,003 reviews	View
O'Casey's Boutique Inn	8.8 Excellent 786 reviews	View
Tx Home Group- San Antonio	7.8 Good 10 reviews	View
Sun Motel	6.4 7 reviews	View

Top San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Hotel Contessa

10/10 Excellent

"Place was amazing only complaint was the pool wasn’t open when I came back to the hotel at 11pm"

Hotel Gibbs Downtown Riverwalk

10/10 Excellent

"Nice place to stay at"

Hotel Valencia Riverwalk

10/10 Excellent

"We needed a night stay for an event at the Alamodome. Walkable 😍 we’ll stay there again."

Crockett Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Always enjoy our stays at the Crockett!"

Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk

10/10 Excellent

"It was a great location. Really loved the rooftop pool. Funky and cool 😎."

Thompson San Antonio - Riverwalk, by Hyatt

10/10 Excellent

"All the staff were super friendly and went above and beyond. Beautiful property and great amenities"

O'Casey's Boutique Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Quiet very elegant and beautiful"

Other attractions near San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

A stone bridge with a thatched roof over a river, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

Brackenridge Park

8.8/10 (8 reviews)

Brackenridge Park is just one of the places to see in San Antonio, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed theater scene and lively festivals in this walkable area.

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A modern building with large glass windows, surrounded by trees and a statue.

Witte Museum

8.8/10 (206 reviews)

This hands-on history institution that offers plenty to see, touch and do — from science experiments to live performances.

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A traditional Chinese tea garden entrance with a stone staircase leading up to a wooden archway.

Japanese Tea Gardens

9.4/10 (286 reviews)

The perfect place to spend a quiet afternoon. Stroll among exotic plants and enjoy an authentic Japanese tea house.

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Brackenridge Eagle Miniature Train

Enjoy an outing to Brackenridge Eagle Miniature Train during your stay in San Antonio. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and lively festivals in this walkable area.

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Gayle and Tom Benson Stadium

Catch an event at Gayle and Tom Benson Stadium during your trip to San Antonio.

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UIW Tennis Center

Catch an event at UIW Tennis Center during your trip to San Antonio.

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McDermott Center

Catch an event at McDermott Center during your trip to San Antonio.

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Sunken Garden Theater

You can get tickets for a performance at Sunken Garden Theater during your trip to San Antonio. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium?

San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium is located in a walkable area of San Antonio known for its beautiful river views and popular zoo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 50 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium?

Ranch Motel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers an outdoor pool and free parking. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (1 km) from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium. Other good choices within a few miles include Hotel Valencia Riverwalk and Riverwalk Plaza.

How many hotels are there near San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium?

Expedia has 50 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer near San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium?

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What can I see and do near San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Alamo, Witte Museum, or Marion Koogler McNay Art Museum. Sights like Aztec Theater, Cathedral of San Fernando, and La Villita are must-sees while exploring the area. You can watch performances at Majestic Theatre, Paper Tiger, and Stable Hall in Pearl Brewery - San Antonio if you're interested in local theater.

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Our top choices for San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium hotels

1. Ranch Motel

2. Best Western Plus Downtown North

3. O'Casey's Boutique Inn

4. Tx Home Group- San Antonio

5. Sun Motel

6. Remodeled Modern 1BR 1BA Apt Near Downtown 5min Pearl

7. Remodeled Modern 1br/1ba Apt #1 Near Downtown

8. Residence Inn by Marriott San Antonio Riverwalk

9. Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk

10. Aiden San Antonio Riverwalk

11. Staybridge Suites San Antonio Downtown Conv Ctr by IHG

12. Holiday Inn Express San Antonio Rivercenter Area by IHG

13. Hotel Gibbs Downtown Riverwalk

14. Hampton Inn San Antonio-Downtown (River Walk)

15. La Hacienda near Alamodome & Riverwalk

16. Sol Cypress San Antonio; Marriott Tribute Portfolio

17. The Monarch San Antonio, Curio Collection By Hilton

18. Crockett Hotel

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Antonio Alamo Plaza/Convention Center

20. Cityview Inn & Suites Downtown RiverCenter Area

Compare popular hotels close to San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Top San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Hotel Contessa

Hotel Gibbs Downtown Riverwalk

Hotel Valencia Riverwalk

Crockett Hotel

Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk

Thompson San Antonio - Riverwalk, by Hyatt

O'Casey's Boutique Inn

Other attractions near San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Brackenridge Park

Witte Museum

Japanese Tea Gardens

Brackenridge Eagle Miniature Train

Gayle and Tom Benson Stadium

UIW Tennis Center

McDermott Center

Sunken Garden Theater

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