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

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

A building corner with a sign reading "UPSTAIRS Mezcal Lounge".

1. Ranch Motel

1 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Carrie

₩308,974

₩360,727 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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

A spacious dining area with a high ceiling, recessed lighting, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

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.

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

2. Best Western Plus Downtown North

2.9 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Sin Chit

₩118,783

₩138,679 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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 spacious living room with a fireplace, a ceiling fan, and a variety of furniture including wicker chairs and a wooden coffee table.

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

Adriana

₩207,305

₩242,028 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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

A modern living room with two orange chairs, a black coffee table with a board game, a red sofa, and a kitchen area in the background.

4. Tx Home Group- San Antonio

Tobin Hill, 3.1 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Brian

₩210,239

₩351,939 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

₩65,973

₩77,024 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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

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

A covered patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and a stone border.

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

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

1.1 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

₩210,306

₩331,002 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs.

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

A closet with wire shelves, a stack of folded towels, and a box of laundry detergent.

7. Tx Home Group in San Antonio

Tobin Hill, 2.9 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

₩197,661

₩337,253 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

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.

8. Hotel Valencia Riverwalk, Valencia Collection

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

Derrick

₩155,543

₩223,133 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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

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

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

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

9. Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk

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

Jerome

₩169,811

₩202,220 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

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

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

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

10. Sol Cypress San Antonio; Marriott Tribute Portfolio

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

Stephanie

₩238,258

₩283,730 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A nighttime pathway flanked by buildings, a metal fence, and a wall with circular patterns.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weight equipment.

A swimming pool with a mural, a 4 ft no diving sign, and a building with balconies.

A spacious indoor area with a pool table, seating, and a TV.

11. Riverwalk Downtown Luxury Pool & Free Parking

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

₩134,636

₩327,212 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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

A bar area with multiple shelves of bottles, a central bar counter, and six bar stools.

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.

12. Kimpton Santo San Antonio - Riverwalk by IHG

Downtown San Antonio, 5.1 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Quincy

₩258,224

₩342,151 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a table with a drink, and a decorative wall with a fountain.

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

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

13. Omni La Mansion del Rio

Downtown San Antonio, 4.6 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Ashley

₩211,219

₩255,303 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

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 hotel room with a kitchen area, a bed with two pillows, a TV, a desk with a chair, and a window with a view of the city.

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

14. Staybridge Suites San Antonio Downtown Conv Ctr by IHG

4.8 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

chris

₩175,131

₩208,565 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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.

Outdoor dining tables with umbrellas along a canal.

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

A tranquil courtyard with a central water feature, surrounded by lush greenery and modern buildings.

15. Crockett Hotel

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

Mikela

₩119,396

₩142,184 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

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

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

16. Aiden San Antonio Riverwalk

4.7 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Patricia

₩134,798

₩157,377 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A building entrance with a glass door marked "505," a paved entrance area, and a reflection of a street scene.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and a round table with a bowl. There are large windows and a door leading to another room.

A hotel lobby with a checkered floor, two armchairs, a small table, a potted plant, and a large window with a view of the street.

An outdoor seating area with cushioned chairs and a sofa, a potted plant, and a decorative vase.

17. La Luz

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

John

₩155,733

₩351,204 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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

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

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

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

18. Hotel Gibbs Downtown Riverwalk

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

Marianne

₩113,677

₩132,717 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a large marble island.

A spacious living room with a large gray sectional sofa, a red coffee table, and a flat-screen TV on a wooden stand.

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted bull skull decoration, and a ceiling fan.

A modern kitchen with granite countertops, white cabinetry, and pendant lighting.

19. Centrally Located Stunning 3BR 2BA Near Downtown

4.2 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Laura

₩126,450

₩279,720 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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

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.

A bar area with multiple stools, a bar counter, and a decorative ceiling.

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

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

Adverl

₩214,432

₩258,537 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 13 - Nov 14

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Compare popular hotels close to San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Ranch Motel	9.4 Exceptional 228 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Downtown North	8.6 Excellent 1,006 reviews	View
O'Casey's Boutique Inn	8.8 Excellent 793 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

Omni La Mansion del Rio

10/10 Excellent

"Best hotel ever"

Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk

10/10 Excellent

"Very centrally located and easy to walk to many things. Parking was a little expensive so we parked in another garage a few blocks away."

O'Casey's Boutique Inn

8/10 Good

"Window unit was pretty loud. The staff was nice. I did not have any trouble checking in. The outside was lovely!"

Menger Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel in prime location."

Home2 Suites by Hilton San Antonio Riverwalk, TX

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. Really liked our room, so nice to have a full fridge and kitchenette. Staff were super friendly. Valet system worked really well."

Hyatt Regency San Antonio Riverwalk

10/10 Excellent

"This is our favorite hotel to stay when we go to the Riverwalk"

Other attractions near San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

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

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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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 #1 Near Downtown

7. Tx Home Group in San Antonio

8. Hotel Valencia Riverwalk, Valencia Collection

9. Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk

10. Sol Cypress San Antonio; Marriott Tribute Portfolio

11. Riverwalk Downtown Luxury Pool & Free Parking

12. Kimpton Santo San Antonio - Riverwalk by IHG

13. Omni La Mansion del Rio

14. Staybridge Suites San Antonio Downtown Conv Ctr by IHG

15. Crockett Hotel

16. Aiden San Antonio Riverwalk

17. La Luz

18. Hotel Gibbs Downtown Riverwalk

19. Centrally Located Stunning 3BR 2BA Near Downtown

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

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Top San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Omni La Mansion del Rio

Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk

O'Casey's Boutique Inn

Menger Hotel

Home2 Suites by Hilton San Antonio Riverwalk, TX

Hyatt Regency San Antonio Riverwalk

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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