East San Antonio, TX

Travel Guide

San Antonio downtown just after sunset showing skyline around Tower of the Americas & Alamodome
San Antonio downtown just after sunset showing skyline around Tower of the Americas & Alamodome
Remember the Alamo
The Alamo.
Japanese Botanic Garden was like heaven in real life...

Where to stay in East San Antonio

Downtown - Riverwalk which includes heritage architecture, boating and a river or creek

Downtown San Antonio

4/5(9,525 area reviews)

Explore the heart of San Antonio with top attractions like the Alamo and River Walk, or enjoy kayaking and bicycling to the World Heritage Missions. Discover historic sites, theaters, and shopping at Rivercenter, all easily accessible by public transit.

Downtown San Antonio
The Alamodome

Near East Side

3/5(10 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Near East Side, Alamodome and Historic Sunset Station are top sights worth seeing.

Near East Side
View of the Texas Street bridge as it passes over the Red River in Northwest  Louisiana

Arsenal

If you're spending some time in Arsenal, San Antonio River and Guenther House are top sights worth seeing.

Arsenal
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Lavaca

While Lavaca might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like San Antonio River and Alamodome.

Lavaca
Street art in San Antonio

Denver Heights

3.5/5(30 area reviews)

When in Denver Heights, you can plan a visit to Alamodome and Hemisfair Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Denver Heights
Located East of Downtown, the Hays Street Bridge has developed into the center point of a budding neighborhood.  With bars and restaurants popping up nearby, the bridge offers terrific views of the city and an urban feel.

Dignowty Hill

While visiting Dignowty Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Fairchild Tennis Center and Carver Community Cultural Center.

Dignowty Hill
Hotel Valencia Riverwalk

Hotel Valencia Riverwalk

4.5 out of 5
150 E Houston St San Antonio TX
The price is ₩148,250 per night from Jan 18 to Jan 19
₩148,250
per night
Jan 18 - Jan 19
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,385 reviews)
Room was very clean, location was great.

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026

Hotel Valencia Riverwalk
Riverwalk Plaza

Riverwalk Plaza

4 out of 5
100 Villita Street San Antonio TX
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (6,295 reviews)
The staff was very friendly in the hotel. Room itself was very nice. It certainly had a wonderful location. It was right there close to the Riverwalk and the downtown area.

Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026

Riverwalk Plaza
Menger Hotel

Menger Hotel

3.5 out of 5
204 Alamo Plaza San Antonio TX
The price is ₩217,366 per night from Jan 20 to Jan 21
₩217,366
per night
Jan 20 - Jan 21
Book a stay at this historic hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,677 reviews)
Our stay at the Menger Hotel was truly lovely! The adornment throughout is beautiful, the service prompt and thorough, and the easy access to the riverwalk and surrounding area was very convenient! We especially loved the servers at breakfast, so personable and kind. I recommend this place 100%!

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026

Menger Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Continental, powered by Placemakr - Downtown - Market Square

The Continental, powered by Placemakr - Downtown - Market Square

3.5 out of 5
322 W Commerce St San Antonio TX
Stay at this apartment in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions River Walk and Alamo are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (69 reviews)
Reasonably priced, clean, quiet, nearby parking garage and many dining and shopping options within walking distance. Only complaints is virtually no amenities pool, fitness center, or snack bar. Overall, I would most likely stay again.

Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025

The Continental, powered by Placemakr - Downtown - Market Square
Glorius Amazing 2br/1ba Stay Near Lively Downtown!

Glorius Amazing 2br/1ba Stay Near Lively Downtown!

3.5 out of 5
613 Virginia Boulevard, 1A San Antonio TX
Stay at this apartment in San Antonio. Enjoy free parking, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions River Walk and Alamo are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
It is a very homey feeling everything is clean and neat very safe family residential I would definitely stay here again

Reviewed on Oct 22, 2025

Glorius Amazing 2br/1ba Stay Near Lively Downtown!
Spacious & Homey 4br/3ba W/amenities Near Downtown

Spacious & Homey 4br/3ba W/amenities Near Downtown

3 out of 5
1435 Delaware Street San Antonio TX
Stay at this cottage in San Antonio. Enjoy free parking, in-room washers/dryers, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions River Walk and Alamo are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (17 reviews)
Loved it here. Very quiet neighborhood. Easy check in and the home was beautiful

Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026

Spacious & Homey 4br/3ba W/amenities Near Downtown
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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