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

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

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

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

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

1. Best Western Plus Downtown North

2.9 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Benjamin

₩119,605

₩139,639 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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".

2. Ranch Motel

1 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Carrie

₩312,120

₩364,399 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

3. O'Casey's Boutique Inn

2.6 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

danny

₩209,416

₩244,493 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

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

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

A patio with a table and chairs, a blue door with a window, and a small shelf with a plant.

4. Tx Home Group- San Antonio

Tobin Hill, 3.1 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Brian

₩110,551

₩236,290 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

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

A bathroom with teal walls, a dark marble sink, a white 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 hotel room with two beds, each with a headboard and a nightstand.

5. Sun Motel

3.2 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

John

₩66,644

₩77,806 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a built-in oven, a microwave, and a gas stove.

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

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

1.1 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

₩91,586

₩268,190 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

₩113,922

₩219,064 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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

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.

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

8. Hotel Gibbs Downtown Riverwalk

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

Marianne

₩114,834

₩134,069 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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.

Outdoor dining tables with umbrellas along a canal.

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

9. Crockett Hotel

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

Mikela

₩117,997

₩140,517 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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

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

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.

10. Hotel Valencia Riverwalk, Valencia Collection

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

Michael

₩187,233

₩261,257 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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 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.

11. Aiden San Antonio Riverwalk

4.7 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Patricia

₩136,170

₩158,979 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

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

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 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.

12. Staybridge Suites San Antonio Downtown Conv Ctr by IHG

4.8 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

chris

₩176,914

₩210,689 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A grand lobby with a central staircase, ornate columns, and a chandelier. There are potted plants and a large painting on the walls.

A courtyard with a central fountain, surrounded by palm trees and potted plants.

Two people floating on a pool with clear water.

A bar with wooden furniture, a mounted moose head, and a television on the wall.

13. Menger Hotel

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

Candace

₩154,465

₩183,945 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a painting on the wall.

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

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.

14. Cityview Inn & Suites Downtown RiverCenter Area

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

David

₩84,425

₩98,565 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a black pendant light, and a framed artwork on the wall.

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

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

15. Omni La Mansion del Rio

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

Ashley

₩240,175

₩290,303 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

A hotel hallway with an exit sign, a vending machine, and a reception desk with decorative items.

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

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

16. La Hacienda near Alamodome & Riverwalk

4.9 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

David

₩88,457

₩103,273 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, and a bathroom.

A reception area with a dark counter, a decorative wall piece, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A kitchen counter with coffee makers, a coffee station, and a sign advertising great locations.

A compact kitchen with dark wooden cabinets, a black refrigerator, a microwave, and a granite countertop.

17. Studio 6 San Antonio, TX - Fort Sam Houston Area

Arena District, 4.7 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Luis

₩62,644

₩73,138 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

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

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

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

Adverl

₩215,313

₩259,609 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a mirror.

A reception area with two black leather chairs, a vase with flowers, a framed picture on the wall, and a plant.

A building with a yellow facade, a balcony, and the number 2755 on the wall.

A kitchen with a coffee machine, toaster, waffle maker, and fruit display.

19. Econo Lodge Inn & Suites San Antonio near Frost Bank Center

3.7 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Eddie

₩62,657

₩77,844 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

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 Starbucks with a brick facade and large windows.

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

20. Residence Inn by Marriott San Antonio Riverwalk

4.7 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Felipe

₩180,935

₩215,466 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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Compare popular hotels close to San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Best Western Plus Downtown North	8.6 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View
Ranch Motel	9.4 Exceptional 221 reviews	View
O'Casey's Boutique Inn	8.8 Excellent 788 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

8/10 Good

"This place was amazing. The location was perfect. I have a granddaughter with a disability. Her mobility is not very good. We were able to walk to the Alamo, Riverwalk, RiverCity Mall, restaurants and many other places without her getting exhausted. We have a great time. Thanks"

Riverwalk Plaza

8/10 Good

"Staff was nice. Room was clean. Location was convenient."

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Antonio Riverwalk

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect location to the Riverwalk and surrounding area."

Crockett Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent service as always Just wish she valet wasn't $60."

Hotel Gibbs Downtown Riverwalk

10/10 Excellent

"Very convenient location was a big plus"

Hotel Valencia Riverwalk

8/10 Good

"Clean, great craftsmanship and updated, great location. Only thing I didn't like is the fridge fully stocked with items that have to be bought. Couldn't use it for our stuff. Personal preference that they don't tempt us with overpriced snacks in room and fridge."

Sonesta ES Suites San Antonio Downtown Alamo Plaza

10/10 Excellent

"Nice stay, friendly staff. Breakfast was fine(very little variation day to day)"

Ranch Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Walking distance to trails."

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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. Best Western Plus Downtown North

2. Ranch Motel

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. Hotel Gibbs Downtown Riverwalk

9. Crockett Hotel

10. Hotel Valencia Riverwalk, Valencia Collection

11. Aiden San Antonio Riverwalk

12. Staybridge Suites San Antonio Downtown Conv Ctr by IHG

13. Menger Hotel

14. Cityview Inn & Suites Downtown RiverCenter Area

15. Omni La Mansion del Rio

16. La Hacienda near Alamodome & Riverwalk

17. Studio 6 San Antonio, TX - Fort Sam Houston Area

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

19. Econo Lodge Inn & Suites San Antonio near Frost Bank Center

20. Residence Inn by Marriott San Antonio Riverwalk

Compare popular hotels close to San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Top San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Menger Hotel

Riverwalk Plaza

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Antonio Riverwalk

Crockett Hotel

Hotel Gibbs Downtown Riverwalk

Hotel Valencia Riverwalk

Sonesta ES Suites San Antonio Downtown Alamo Plaza

Ranch Motel

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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