The 10 Best Hotels in San Antonio with a Pool

Lying in south-central Texas, San Antonio is rich in colonial history and boasts balmy weather. From renowned historical sights to hip bars and restaurants, this city is a great choice for a city break. With the year-round heat, it makes sense to opt for a hotel with a pool for lazy days at the property or for a refreshing post sightseeing dip. Our hotel experts have scanned the length and breadth of the city to compile a concise collection of the best hotels in San Antonio with a pool. Find something for everyone, from great value stays to chic post-industrial luxury options. So why not browse through our collection to start planning your trip?

For a colonial stay

• For a Spanish-style mansion experience, Omni la Mansion del Rio is perfect. The heated saltwater outdoor pool, in its leafy, ornate, courtyard setting, makes this a stand-out choice. Interiors feature antiques and exposed stone walls and beams. With romantic European-style gardens, the spoiling Mokara spa, regular movie nights and Las Canarias streetside al fresco dining - this property is hard to beat.

For great value

• Menger Hotel is great value for money. Combining the ornate elegance of its Victorian-era interiors with simple, modern touches like a spacious swimming pool in the courtyard, it's a fine place for families or couples on a sightseeing trip.
• With a pool in a grove of palm trees, Crockett Hotel wins in terms of setting and serenity. Only a few hundred meters from the Alamo, it's well placed for sightseeing. Better yet, the property has partnered with neighbouring Alamo Plaza Spa - perfect for unwinding after a busy day.

For old south charm

• Noble Inns is a collection of plantation-style homes with plenty of old-world charm. Comprising of three separate houses; the Carriage Suite boasts a swimming pool, while all options have whirlpool bathtubs. Charming interiors have heavy floral drapes, polished four-posters, antique furnishings and roaring fireplaces.

For the design

• Hotel Contessa blends traditional style with the panache of a modern art gallery. Romantic, cool and smart and boasting a superb heated rooftop pool. Complete with a spa and the option of in-room dining, this is a great choice for a romantic escape for design-conscious couples.
• Hotel Emma wins the "coolest aesthetic" award on this list: a trendy, post-industrial-chic stay set in a converted brewery, with exposed stone walls, faded Persian rugs and blazing fireplaces, it's pricey and unbelievably unique. The swimming pool is in the courtyard, replete with sun loungers and tiled flooring, while the rooms are elegant and rustic

For self-catering

• The spacious, self-contained apartments of Sonder Southtown are perfect for those seeking privacy. Particularly well suited to families and couples. The smart apartments all have access to the swimming pool in the courtyard, the rooftop terrace and the 24h gym. Near the King William District, with all its hipster bars and craft breweries, it makes for a great urban bolthole.
• Sonder Pearl District offers smart modern studios and apartments all with access to a communal pool and gym. Families will like the spacious apartments - some sleep up to 6 people - and others come with a private balcony. A simple yet stylish choice.

For a spa break

• Mokara Hotel and Spa is a luxurious 4-star spa hotel boasting spectacular city views. The rooms are refined and classical with traditional artwork and marble finishes. Best yet, they come with jetted spa baths. The real draw is the spa itself, a spoiling affair, with its soaking pool and steam room.

For classic luxury

• The St Anthony has been welcoming A-lists since it first opened its doors. Boasting grandiose, old-world luxury with a modern flare. A chic rooftop patio boasts a large tiled swimming pool, a neon-lit bar and a romantic seafood restaurant. The hallways are adorned with Corinthian columns, Venetian tiles and grand pianos. luxury defined.

Still not sure where to book?

• See our list of the best places to stay in San Antonio
• Expand your search to include Texas
• Or read this article on San Francisco pool hotels
• Or widen the search with our section on relaxation
• Or contact one of our Gurus for advice.

 

Written by Edmund Wise

posted Thursday, 17th September 2020