Downtown/Riverwalk, San Antonio, Texas, United States | +12103619762
Excellent downtown location close to the action
Cool rooftop pool with city views
Rooftop day spa with a range of treatments
Spacious, two-room suites with pull-out couches
Modern, well-lit fitness center
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly for a daily fee
Noise from street can be heard in guest rooms
Refrigerators and microwaves available on request for a fee
Hotel Contessa, located on a quiet stretch of the River Walk, sells itself as San Antonio's "only luxury all-suite hotel," and in many ways it lives up to that claim. The 265 suites range in size from 500 to 800 square feet, and all feature separate living rooms and bedrooms with contemporary, southwestern-inspired decor, two 37-inch flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi -- but microwaves or mini-fridges only upon request, for a fee. The urban chic rooftop pool and Jacuzzi area is a nice perk, but the pool is small and gets crowded quickly. Those looking for some quiet relaxation should head to the adjacent rooftop day spa.