Near East Side, TX
San Antonio
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Popular places to visit
Alamodome
Catch an event at Alamodome during your trip to San Antonio. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and great live music in this walkable area.
Historic Sunset Station
You can find out about the history of San Antonio with a trip to Historic Sunset Station. Experience the lively festivals and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
River Walk
River Walk is just one of the places to see in San Antonio, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the great live music and shops in this walkable area.
Lackland Air Force Base
Lackland Air Force Base is just one of the places to see in San Antonio, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the entertainment venues and shops in this family-friendly area.
Six Flags Fiesta Texas
Enjoy the rides and games at Six Flags Fiesta Texas and see why this is a favorite theme park in San Antonio. Experience the entertainment choices and lively festivals in this family-friendly area.
San Antonio SeaWorld
Make time to visit the sea animals who live at San Antonio SeaWorld and find out why this is a popular attraction in San Antonio. Amble around this family-friendly area's seaside or experience its lively festivals.
Things to do
San Antonio Zoo Any Day Ticket
San Antonio Old Town Trolley Hop-on Hop-Off Tour
San Antonio: Twisted Trails Zip Rails, Ropes & Climbing Wall
San Antonio: Fredericksburg Wineries Day Trip with Tastings
San Antonio: Discovery Tour at Natural Bridge Caverns
Near East Side Hotel Deals
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ San Antonio Downtown - Riverwalk
If you want a cheap hotel within walking distance to the river walk this one is a good choice. It’s not the most new or clean by any means and the photos are a little misleading (definitely doesn’t look as nice and new) but it did what we needed it to do. Also close distance to Alamodome for the ...
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026
Aiden San Antonio Riverwalk
Clean room n wonderful staff…I would stay again!
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026
Staybridge Suites San Antonio Downtown Conv Ctr by IHG
Great choice staying here everything was excellent breakfast was really good clean rooms comfy beds can’t bealive there was actually hot water throughout our stay most importantly best reception service
Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026
Cityview Inn & Suites Downtown RiverCenter Area
We went to an event at the Alamodome and the hotel was close enough so we could walk, which was really nice. We parked our car at the hotel and didn’t worry about extra parking at the Alamodome. It was clean and the staff were super nice and helpful. Just a few weird things like…there was a cabinet ...
Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026
Comfort Suites Alamo - Riverwalk
Lighting in the room was terrible and in the bathroom. Our shower still had someone else’s used items in it and the toilet and pee on the seat
Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026
Americas Best Value Inn San Antonio Downtown Riverwalk
Other neighborhoods around Near East Side
Dignowty Hill
While visiting Dignowty Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Fairchild Tennis Center and Carver Community Cultural Center.
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 Alamodome and Hemisfair Park.
Downtown San Antonio
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.
Arsenal
If you're spending some time in Arsenal, San Antonio River and Guenther Street Bridge are top sights worth seeing.
Pearl District
One reason travelers love spending time in Pearl District is the stunning river views, and San Antonio River is a top place to visit.
Tobin Hill
Though Tobin Hill might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium and San Antonio Museum of Art.
