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 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.

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

1. Ranch Motel

1 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Carrie

₩309,975

₩361,896 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 multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading "Best Western PLUS".

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

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

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

₩207,977

₩242,812 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

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, and a game board.

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

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 21 - Oct 22

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

A hotel room with two beds, each with a headboard and a nightstand.

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.

5. Sun Motel

3.2 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

John

₩66,186

₩77,273 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

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

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

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel microwave, a gas stove, and a granite countertop.

6. 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

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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

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

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

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

7. Kimpton Santo San Antonio - Riverwalk by IHG

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

Quincy

₩268,872

₩354,884 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

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

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

A grand staircase with ornate black railings, a marble floor, and a seating area with a patterned rug.

8. Hotel Valencia Riverwalk, Valencia Collection

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

Derrick

₩166,514

₩236,315 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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 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.

9. 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 modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a large window, and a view of the outside.

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

10. Riverwalk Downtown Luxury Pool & Free Parking

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

₩118,762

₩309,093 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

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

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.

A bar area with a black counter and four black bar stools with gold legs.

11. La Luz

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

John

₩155,733

₩351,204 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

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.

12. Omni La Mansion del Rio

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

Ashley

₩211,903

₩256,130 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

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

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

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.

13. Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk

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

Jerome

₩170,361

₩202,874 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A person swimming in a clear, turquoise pool.

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

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

An outdoor patio area with seating and tables, surrounded by trees and plants.

14. Plaza San Antonio Hotel & Spa, Autograph Collection

Downtown San Antonio, 5.2 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Daphne

₩260,179

₩352,090 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

A modern room with a view of a cityscape, including a church and buildings.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a stone wall, and a building with arched windows in the background.

A group of people seated in a modern lounge area with a large abstract art piece on the wall, a comfortable seating arrangement, and a visible door leading to another room.

15. Canopy San Antonio Riverwalk

Downtown San Antonio, 4.7 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

monica

₩229,140

₩308,803 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

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

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

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.

16. Fairmount Hotel

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

Caren

₩335,425

₩424,884 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A historic building with a stone facade, a stone bridge, and water with ducks.

A cityscape with a prominent tower, modern buildings, and a large open green space.

A spacious lobby with marble flooring, modern chandeliers, and a 'Spoonful' restaurant.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, modern lighting, and a variety of seating arrangements.

17. Grand Hyatt San Antonio River Walk

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

Shehzad

₩304,810

₩414,094 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 13 - Nov 14

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

A modern indoor pool area with glass railings, a water feature, and indoor plants.

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

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

18. Hyatt Regency San Antonio Riverwalk

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

Donna M

₩298,155

₩398,317 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 14 - Nov 15

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

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

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

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

19. 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

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, 4.8 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Laurie Ann

₩217,723

₩259,275 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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Compare popular hotels close to San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Ranch Motel	9.4 Exceptional 226 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Downtown North	8.6 Excellent 1,006 reviews	View
O'Casey's Boutique Inn	8.8 Excellent 792 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

Menger Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel in prime location."

Hotel Valencia Riverwalk

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. Beautiful hotel. Friendly staff"

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Antonio Riverwalk

10/10 Excellent

"M"

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."

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Antonio Riverwalk

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome all the way around. Very helpful! Very attentive! Warm, welcoming staff! I will be staying again!"

Crockett Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Outstanding service, excellent bar and great food. Thank you to all staff!!!!"

Ranch Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Cute cute cute hotel next to Breckenridge park. The rooms are comfortable. There's no tv which I thought was kind of nice. The grounds are lovely and beautifully landscaped. Parking is in the rear so you will turn on Mulberry and there's a side street just behind. Plenty of restaurants nearby. There's a cute little food truck area next door where you can grab a complementary cup of coffee. Shout out to the Blue Rodeo Coffee truck. I think I interacted with them the most during my stay. Would definitely stay again."

Hotel 1914 - Historic Alamo Riverwalk, an Ascend Collection Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"This is an old historic hotel that has been updated of course. Hotel was clean, breakfast was great. We did have a couple of small issues that staff fixed right away. The hotel is in a great location. We parked our car on Wednesday didn’t see it again until Saturday. Easy walk to all downtown attractions."

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. Tx Home Group in San Antonio

7. Kimpton Santo San Antonio - Riverwalk by IHG

8. Hotel Valencia Riverwalk, Valencia Collection

9. Sol Cypress San Antonio; Marriott Tribute Portfolio

10. Riverwalk Downtown Luxury Pool & Free Parking

11. La Luz

12. Omni La Mansion del Rio

13. Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk

14. Plaza San Antonio Hotel & Spa, Autograph Collection

15. Canopy San Antonio Riverwalk

16. Fairmount Hotel

17. Grand Hyatt San Antonio River Walk

18. Hyatt Regency San Antonio Riverwalk

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

20. Hilton Palacio Del Rio

Compare popular hotels close to San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Top San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Menger Hotel

Hotel Valencia Riverwalk

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Antonio Riverwalk

Home2 Suites by Hilton San Antonio Riverwalk, TX

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Antonio Riverwalk

Crockett Hotel

Ranch Motel

Hotel 1914 - Historic Alamo Riverwalk, an Ascend Collection Hotel

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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