San Antonio is a tourist magnet because it's so steeped in heritage: there's the famous site of the Battle of Alamo, where the folk hero Davy Crockett was slain, and there's the beautiful Riverwalk, complete with its water taxis. Families love it. It makes sense that there are so many amazing kid-friendly hotels in San Antonio, and we've covered them all: value-chic landmark hotels, vintage-chic B&Bs, spa hotels and all-out luxury stays. And the best hotels for kids in San Antonio are all in the best areas - downtown, city centre and Riverwalk. Use our guide and start planning your family getaway.
For Value chic
- Menger Hotel is one of San Antonio's best hotels that is both chic and great value (as well as being family friendly). Established in 1859, it's ideal for families because of its connecting rooms, rollaway beds and swimming pool in the courtyard. The hotel organises cultural tours of the city, and the jazz & ragtime in the restaurant is seriously cool.
- Another great pick because of the extensive kid-orientated services it offers, the Crockett Hotel offers a classic family stay: they can provide cots, babysitting services, family rooms and a kids menu in the restaurant. Families wanting to explore the city will love the hotel bikes-for-hire, and the pool is a great place to relax after a day of sightseeing.
Self catering
- Sonder Pearl District is one of the best self-contained kid-friendly hotels in San Antonio. The smart, snug apartments sleep up to 6, and have access to the swimming pool in the courtyard. All within easy reach of local markets, museums and parks - perfect!
For a B&B
- For a kid-friendly B&B, look no further than Inn on the Riverwalk. Vintage-meets-chic rooms scattered with antiques which can accommodate extra beds, perfect for families, all within the confines of the seriously cool downtown district - which you can explore from the hired hotel bikes.
Great location for Sightseeing
- Smart, sassy and stylish, Hotel Contessa offers modern, artsy suites that sleep two adults and two children, while some can accommodate up to six. There's a rooftop pool overlooking the romantic Riverwalk setting, classy restaurant, and a whole load of museums nearby.
- Omni La Mansion del Rio is in a prime location for families on a sightseeing holiday. This Spanish-style villa, built in 1853 as a school, boasts cosy, rustic-chic rooms and some sleep up to four. The gorgeous heated outdoor pool, regular movie nights and tickets to all the greatest attractions, make it one of the best kid-friendly hotels in San Antonio.
- Built on the landmark Alamo site, Hotel Gibbs offers the sort of twee and chic rooms that kids love. The spacious rooms are perfect for families, and the kids buffet is a particular highlight. Right in the city centre, this is prime location.
- Overlooking Riverwalk, just where the water taxis wait to take tourists into the heart of the city, Hotel Valencia is a great family choice. The spacious suites are classy, with a touch of vintage furnishing, and the hotel is in a truly prime location for sightseeing and restaurants.
For a Boutique stay
- Hotel Havana offers a boutique kid friendly stay. The chic, spacious, latin-influenced rooms are adorned in pastels and antiques, and the double rooms are great for families. The restaurant in the greenhouse overlooking the Riverwalk is enchanting.
For the Spa
- Mokara Hotel & Spa is the only kid-friendly spa hotel in San Antonio. From the seafood restaurant with the excellent kid's menus and the rooftop pool affording stunning vistas, to the spacious and elegant family rooms and the extensive spa, all the family will love it. Plus, there's an oyster bar, cafe and daily yoga sessions on offer.
For all-out Luxury
- Hotel St Anthony is one of the best family hotels in San Antonio if you're looking for a luxury stay. The rooftop infinity pool is awesome, the plentiful array of bars and restaurants is a delight, the bike hire is great for sightseeing, and the spacious family rooms and suites are a god-send.
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