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

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

1. 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 modern building with a pool, surrounded by trees and a stone wall.

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

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.

2. Ranch Motel

1 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Carrie

￥34,705

￥40,517 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

Adriana

￥23,040

￥26,900 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 25 - Nov 26

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.

4. Sun Motel

3.2 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

John

￥7,800

￥9,107 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A modern hotel with a stone facade, a reflective water feature, and a bridge connecting different sections.

A spacious conference room with a long table and leather chairs, a bar area with stools, and a modern ceiling design.

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

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

5. Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk

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

Jose

￥20,078

￥23,909 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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.

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

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

6. Hotel Valencia Riverwalk, Valencia Collection

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

Derrick

￥17,671

￥25,525 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 24 - Nov 25

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

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

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.

7. 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 27 - Oct 28

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

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

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

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

Adverl

￥21,201

￥25,562 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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.

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

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

9. Kimpton Santo San Antonio - Riverwalk by IHG

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

Quincy

￥27,139

￥36,384 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

A balcony with a view of a canal, surrounded by greenery and a stone bridge.

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.

10. 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

11. Hyatt Place San Antonio - Riverwalk

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

Allen

￥19,922

￥24,332 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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 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.

Outdoor dining tables with umbrellas along a canal.

12. Crockett Hotel

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

Mikela

￥15,046

￥17,918 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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 desk with a chair, and a television.

A hotel entrance with a star-patterned awning, a glass door entrance, and a sign indicating no parking.

13. Staybridge Suites San Antonio Downtown Conv Ctr by IHG

4.8 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

chris

￥20,707

￥24,660 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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 interior with wicker chairs, round wooden tables, and pendant lighting.

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

14. 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

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

A person swimming in a clear, turquoise pool.

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

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

15. 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 riverside hotel with outdoor seating and a bridge.

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

A riverside café with outdoor seating, a bridge, and a decorative palm tree.

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

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

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

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

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

17. 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

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

A dining area with a view of a river, a balcony, and a modern building in the background.

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

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

18. Sol Cypress San Antonio; Marriott Tribute Portfolio

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

Stephanie

￥26,668

￥31,757 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 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.

19. La Luz

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

John

￥15,968

￥38,606 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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.

A lobby with a large wooden sculpture, a reception desk, and a balcony with ornate railings.

A spacious living room with leather sofas, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

20. 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

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Compare popular hotels close to San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Best Western Plus Downtown North	8.6 Excellent 1,005 reviews	View
Ranch Motel	9.4 Exceptional 228 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 5,425 reviews	View

Top San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Omni La Mansion del Rio

10/10 Excellent

"This was a great hotel. Beautiful, clean with friendly staff and a great location"

Sonesta ES Suites San Antonio Downtown Alamo Plaza

10/10 Excellent

"Good love staying there in the hotel"

The Westin Riverwalk, San Antonio

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel, location on the riverwalk. Check in and out was a breeze. A lot of space but its location gives one the ability to walk around a lot but be close to get back to the hotel. Highly recommend."

Close to The Pearl, Riverwalk, Frost, Alamodome

10/10 Excellent

"Beautifully decorated, clean and comfortable."

Menger Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect place to stay if the historical area is that you wanna ex́perience. Location is a 10. Its a beautiful historical location. Staff phenominal."

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!"

Days Inn by Wyndham San Antonio Alamo/Riverwalk

10/10 Excellent

"No soap or shampoo provided… towels smell clean but most of them stained"

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!"

Historic home, Heated Mini Pool, near downtown San Antonio! Walk to Zoo & Witte!

10/10 Excellent

"Quirky but awesome house with an amazing location! Lori was great for communicated and house was well stocked with all the essentials. Definitely some quirks being an older home but loved the charm!"

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. Best Western Plus Downtown North

2. Ranch Motel

3. O'Casey's Boutique Inn

4. Sun Motel

5. Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk

6. Hotel Valencia Riverwalk, Valencia Collection

7. Hotel Gibbs Downtown Riverwalk

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

9. Kimpton Santo San Antonio - Riverwalk by IHG

10. Omni La Mansion del Rio

11. Hyatt Place San Antonio - Riverwalk

12. Crockett Hotel

13. Staybridge Suites San Antonio Downtown Conv Ctr by IHG

14. AC Hotel by Marriott San Antonio Riverwalk

15. Plaza San Antonio Hotel & Spa, Autograph Collection

16. Hilton Palacio Del Rio

17. Element by Marriott San Antonio Riverwalk

18. Sol Cypress San Antonio; Marriott Tribute Portfolio

19. La Luz

20. Mokara Hotel & Spa San Antonio

Compare popular hotels close to San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Top San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Omni La Mansion del Rio

Sonesta ES Suites San Antonio Downtown Alamo Plaza

The Westin Riverwalk, San Antonio

Close to The Pearl, Riverwalk, Frost, Alamodome

Menger Hotel

Sparkling pool • Historic 6-BR Oasis Near Downtown

Days Inn by Wyndham San Antonio Alamo/Riverwalk

O'Casey's Boutique Inn

Historic home, Heated Mini Pool, near downtown San Antonio! Walk to Zoo & Witte!

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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