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.

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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.

1. Ranch Motel

1 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Carrie

￥34,340

￥40,091 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

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".

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

2. Best Western Plus Downtown North

2.9 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Vanesa

￥13,999

￥16,344 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 bedroom with a large mirror, a bed with patterned bedding, a bedside table with a vase, and a decorative lantern.

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

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.

3. O'Casey's Boutique Inn

2.6 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Adriana

￥23,040

￥26,900 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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

4. Sun Motel

3.2 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

John

￥7,800

￥9,107 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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 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.

5. Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk

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

Felicia

￥20,078

￥23,909 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A riverside walkway with outdoor seating under umbrellas, trees adorned with lights, and a building in the background.

A restaurant with tables set for dining, wooden beams on the ceiling, and hanging plants.

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

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

6. Kimpton Santo San Antonio - Riverwalk by IHG

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

Elaine

￥25,570

￥34,508 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 24 - Nov 25

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

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.

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

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

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

Jessica

￥21,201

￥25,562 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 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

￥17,784

￥25,661 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

An outdoor cafe area with tables and chairs, a sign for OSTRA, and balconies with railings.

A bar area with a menu board, bar stools, and a bar counter.

A modern building with a stone facade, a stone staircase, and a small water feature.

A spa area with a hot tub, potted plants, and a towel rack.

9. Mokara Hotel & Spa San Antonio

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

Stacey

￥49,274

￥58,390 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

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.

10. La Luz

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

John

￥18,354

￥41,391 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A modern building with a dining area, outdoor seating, and a water canal.

A modern lounge area with a foosball table, seating, and large windows offering city views.

A modern interior with a wooden dining area, a bookshelf, and a large window offering a view of greenery.

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

11. Canopy San Antonio Riverwalk

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

Kaecie

￥25,400

￥34,482 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A horse-drawn carriage with illuminated decorations parked in front of a building with a sign reading 'HG HOTEL GIBBS.'

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

A modern restaurant with marble flooring, multiple dining tables and chairs, and large windows.

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

12. Hotel Gibbs Downtown Riverwalk

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

Marilynn

￥13,441

￥15,692 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A person swimming in a clear, turquoise pool.

An outdoor bar area with a long counter, wicker chairs, and a seating area with sofas.

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.

13. Plaza San Antonio Hotel & Spa, Autograph Collection

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

Daphne

￥25,884

￥35,744 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A spacious lounge area with multiple seating options, including sofas and chairs, arranged around a central coffee table.

14. The Monarch San Antonio, Curio Collection By Hilton

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

Nicole

￥50,368

￥59,981 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows offering views of the city, and a brick wall in the background.

A hallway with a wooden door, black and white tiled flooring, and a mirrored wall.

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

15. Fairmount Hotel

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

Neil

￥33,601

￥43,151 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 14 - Nov 15

A modern outdoor lounge area with a sofa, chairs, and tables.

The exterior of AC Hotel San Antonio with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and the name 'Watson' on the right side.

A modern bar area with a long counter, several chairs, and a decorative hanging light fixture.

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a seating area with sofas and chairs, a bar area, and large windows providing natural light.

16. AC Hotel by Marriott San Antonio Riverwalk

4.7 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Ricardo

￥17,256

￥20,549 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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.

17. Sol Cypress San Antonio; Marriott Tribute Portfolio

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

Eliud

￥26,668

￥31,757 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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 lobby with a grand piano, a bar area, and a staircase.

A hotel with a large, multi-story building, a spacious courtyard, and ornate street lamps.

18. Hilton Palacio Del Rio

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

Laurie Ann

￥25,598

￥30,483 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

A courtyard with multiple tables and chairs, surrounded by arches and columns, and a fountain.

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

19. Omni La Mansion del Rio

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

Ashley

￥24,974

￥30,186 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, large pillars, and a view of a city skyline at dusk.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a green vertical garden, and a modern light fixture.

A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a green entrance canopy.

An outdoor seating area with modern furniture, large pillars, and ceiling fans.

20. Element by Marriott San Antonio Riverwalk

4.7 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Crystal

￥18,511

￥22,044 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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Compare popular hotels close to San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Ranch Motel	9.4 Exceptional 228 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Downtown North	8.6 Excellent 1,007 reviews	View
O'Casey's Boutique Inn	8.8 Excellent 793 reviews	View
Sun Motel	6.4 7 reviews	View
Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk	9.4 Exceptional 5,434 reviews	View

Top San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Hotel Valencia Riverwalk

10/10 Excellent

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Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel was so nice and staff was amazing!!! Room was clean and staff was always there to assist if you needed anything."

Hotel Contessa

10/10 Excellent

"Desk services don’t give priority services"

Riverwalk Plaza

8/10 Good

"The property is noticeably older than it appears in the photos, and the cleanliness was not quite up to expectations, although it was generally acceptable. Overall, the stay was fine, but the hotel could benefit from some updates and greater attention to detail. A reasonable option for a short stay, though there is definitely room for improvement."

Sonesta ES Suites San Antonio Downtown Alamo Plaza

10/10 Excellent

"Good love staying there in the hotel"

Close to The Pearl, Riverwalk, Frost, Alamodome

10/10 Excellent

"Beautifully decorated, clean and comfortable."

Sparkling pool • Historic 6-BR Oasis Near Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"The check-in and check-out processes were easy. Brent responded quickly to messages I sent during our stay. The bedrooms were as advertised, there were plenty of pillows and towels, and the kitchen was fully stocked with supplies. The location was close to everything we wanted to do: the Alamo, the zoo, the Pearl area. It was within walking distance to great food, as well. IThere was some dust buildup and random trash under the vanity in our bathroom; most people probably wouldn't notice, but our young kids find everything. The trash / recycling situation was slightly confusing, but we made it work. Thanks for a great stay - we'll be back!"

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!"

3 Bedroom Home Near Pearl Brewery/River Walk

10/10 Excellent

"It was a really nice place. And really good if you plan on spending time downtown"

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. Sun Motel

5. Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk

6. Kimpton Santo San Antonio - Riverwalk by IHG

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

8. Hotel Valencia Riverwalk, Valencia Collection

9. Mokara Hotel & Spa San Antonio

10. La Luz

11. Canopy San Antonio Riverwalk

12. Hotel Gibbs Downtown Riverwalk

13. Plaza San Antonio Hotel & Spa, Autograph Collection

14. The Monarch San Antonio, Curio Collection By Hilton

15. Fairmount Hotel

16. AC Hotel by Marriott San Antonio Riverwalk

17. Sol Cypress San Antonio; Marriott Tribute Portfolio

18. Hilton Palacio Del Rio

19. Omni La Mansion del Rio

20. Element by Marriott San Antonio Riverwalk

Compare popular hotels close to San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Top San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Hotel Valencia Riverwalk

Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk

Hotel Contessa

Riverwalk Plaza

Sonesta ES Suites San Antonio Downtown Alamo Plaza

Close to The Pearl, Riverwalk, Frost, Alamodome

Sparkling pool • Historic 6-BR Oasis Near Downtown

O'Casey's Boutique Inn

3 Bedroom Home Near Pearl Brewery/River Walk

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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