The 8 Best Pet Friendly Hotels in San Antonio

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San Antonio offers a lot to its visitor. Texas' most historic city, there is a beautiful old centre with numerous cultural attractions including the Alamo (built to mark Independence). What makes the city particularly unique is the Riverwalk, an extensive network of winding waterside pathways - perfect for long scenic strolls with a dog. The laid-back Texan attitude means that many of the hotels welcome pets - so how to choose the best stay for you and your four-legged friend? Our hotel experts have hand-selected the best pet friendly hotels in San Antonio to make planning your next trip that much easier. Whether you are looking for something very central or you would rather a riverside location, our comprehensive list includes a wide range of designs and prices, ensuring something for everyone.

For traditional grandeur

• The Menger Hotel is noteworthy for two reasons: firstly, it holds a very central location on the Alamo Plaza and secondly, it boasts grand traditional design. Popular with celebrities and politicians (and welcoming small pooches) - this is a pretty perfect stay!

For great value

• Crockett Hotel is a charmingly traditional hotel located just a block from Alamo. Choose one of the top floor rooms for spectacular city views. Complete with a large pool - you get a lot of bang for your buck at this pet friendly stay.

For the design

• Hotel Contessa occupies a scenic position right by the river, and welcomes small dogs (under 40lb). Interiors are filled with large works of contemporary art while the design is modern with a hint of Texan style. An indulgent spa and rooftop pool make this a real standout stay.
• St Anthony offers that heady mix of the old and the new. Set in a grand historic building, expect graceful reception rooms complete with classic touches such as a grand piano or chandeliers. However, the traditional elements are offset with contemporary artworks and unique design pieces. A very chic option. Small dogs are welcome (up to 40lb).

For the spa

• Omni La Mansion del Rio has a number of notable assets from its elegant Spanish style to its central location and its exquisite fusion restaurant. However, the world-class spa and secluded outdoor spa ensure a truly indulgent stay. Best yet, pets up to 23kg are very welcome!
• Mokara Hotel & Spa is a sophisticated downtown stay. Rooms are elegant and boast oversized jetted bathtubs. The impressive Mokara 4 star spa sprawls over 17,000 square feet, with 18 treatment rooms offering a range of massages and skin treatments plus there is a divine rooftop pool - a luxury choice.

For the location

• Hotel Gibbs is a vibrant and chic hotel offering a very central location beside historic Alamo. With the Riverwalk area's restaurants, museums and attractions just a stroll away it doesn't get much more convenient than this.
• Hotel Havana is a little outside of the historic centre of the city but its riverside location is really what makes it. A pan-Latin restaurant offers a greenhouse setting overlooking the Riverwalk and the hotel's bar is notorious. Perfect for evening riverside strolls with your four-legged friend.

Still not sure where to book?

• Browse through the best 5 star hotels in San Antonio or the best Riverwalk hotels in San Antonio with balconies
• Explore all the best places to stay in San Antonio
• Expand your search to include all our recommendations in Texas
• Alternatively, you could contact one of our Gurus for advice.

  • The Menger Hotel San Antonio (Downtown) 316 rooms from $115

    
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    Local exploring  -  Located in a prime position to explore the culture and history of San Antonio

    City Style  -  A traditional and stylish hotel In the heart of the city, on the Alamo Plaza

    Families  -  For families there are connecting rooms, rollaway beds and cots on request

    Restaurant  -  The Colonial Room Restaurant est. 1959 serves traditional cuisine accompanied by jazz and early ragtime sounds and ambience

    

    Opening its doors in 1859, The Menger Hotel has hosted presidents, generals and celebrities in the historic heart of the city. Retaining its stately Victorian charm and poise and traditional-style restaurant, it has added a large outdoor pool and modern touches to comfortable, elegant rooms. See More

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  • The Crockett Hotel San Antonio (Downtown) 138 rooms from $130

    
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    Local exploring  -  Ideally situated a few hundred meters from the Alamo, in easy reach of the city centre's attractions and the famous River Walk

    Value chic  -  A historic hotel in a fantastic location, boasting competitive rates

    Great walks  -  In easy reach of a range of parks and green spaces, as well as the River Walk's attractve promenade

    Spa  -  The hotel boasts a partnership with the Alamo Plaza Spa next door

    

    A block away from the Alamo, named for the Folk Hero and military leader Davey Crockett. This historic hotel is an ideal base for exploring the city's rich culture and heritage, featuring a pool, and comfortable, traditionally inspired en-suite rooms with hot buffet breakfasts included in the rate. See More

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  • Hotel Contessa San Antonio (Downtown) 265 rooms from $170

    
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    Local exploring  -  Ideally situated for exploring downtown, from its museums and historic sites, to the culture around the River Walk

    Romantic Break  -  Boasting romantic vistas and intimate dining experiences on-site, with couples packages available

    City Style  -  The Contessa boasts up to date and very stylish room design in a popular part of the city

    Great walks  -  The River Walk promenade is a great place to spend a day walking and taking in the local culture

    

    A riverside gem in the heart of downtown, boasting beautifully designed rooms and an enticing range of modern spa hotel amenities. Situated overlooking the River Walk, the rooftop pool provides stunning vistas in every direction and the on-site Las Ramblas restaurant is intimate and stylish. See More

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  • Omni La Mansion del Rio San Antonio (Downtown) 338 rooms from $175

    
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    Local exploring  -  A truly prime location, overlooking the river with great on-foot access to attractions, shopping and the business district

    Romantic Break  -  A great choice for couples with cosy rooms, romantic dining and drinks venues and a spa with plenty of couples' services

    City Style  -  A stylish choice in the city centre, boasting an excellent restaurant, cosy rooms and fantastic views

    Spa  -  Mokara Spa offers a range of skin, facial and massage therapies, in expansive and attractive surroundings

    

    An expansive Spanish Style Hotel in the heart of San Antonio, featuring a heated outdoor pool, an exquisite fusion restaurant and a world class spa. In easy reach of the city's premier attractions and an excellent choice for couples seeking high-end food and spa experiences in a central location. See More

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  • Hotel Gibbs San Antonio (Downtown) 91 rooms from $180

    
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    Local exploring  -  In the heart of the city's cultural and historic centre, constructed on the grounds of the original Alamo compound

    City Style  -  Easy-going and colourful design right in the city centre

    Great walks  -  The nearby River Walk offers enchanting strolls along the promenade, through San Antonio's dining and cultural hotspot

    Lively  -  The on-site restaurant hosts a happy hour, and boasts a range of $4 wines and Texas craft beers and ales

    

    The Hotel Gibbs is bright, colourful and wonderfully central, ideal for visitors exploring San Antonio's rich culture and history. In easy reach of the River Walk area's restaurants, museums and attractions, the hotel's breezy and comfortable rooms boast modern amenities and luxury hard-wood floors. See More

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  • Hotel Havana San Antonio (Texas) 27 rooms from $200

    
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    Sights nearby  -  Cathedral of San Fernando.

    Full of character

    Lively area  -  In the thick of the action.

    Boutique

    

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    This Cuban chic Riverwalk hotel offers contemporary decor with classic Latin elements. The comfortable rooms range in size, but all are light with mod-cons and private bathrooms. Ocho pan-Latin restaurant is a greenhouse setting overlooking the Riverwalk. The Bar is notorious across town. See More

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  • Mokara Hotel & Spa San Antonio (Downtown) 99 rooms from $350

    
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    Total relaxation  -  Attractive and inviting rooms, 24 hour room service and an excellent spa and rooftop pool, for a total relaxation experience

    Spa breaks  -  One of the best equipped hotels in the city for a comprehensive spa, wellness and relaxation experience

    Restaurant  -  The hotel features both the impressive Ostra riverside restaurant and a rooftop cafe bar serving light dishes and cocktails

    Spa  -  The Mokara Spa offers a range of skin and facial treatments, as well as salon services

    

    A luxury establishment in the cultural heart of the city by the River Walk, featuring elegant and spacious rooms in easy reach of San Antonio's major historic and tourist attractions. Boasting a rooftop pool, great seafood restaurant and an excellent spa for a comprehensively relaxing stay. See More

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  • The St Anthony San Antonio (Downtown) 227 rooms from $415

    
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    Foodies  -  The hotel's restaurants and bars boast fresh, gourmet, and locally inspired cuisines, as well as excellent cocktails

    City Style  -  Stylish in the extreme, from the rooms and spaces, to the restaurants, bars and excellent location

    Restaurant  -  The hotel boasts a range of restaurants and bars, lunch and dinner can be taken at Gallery On the Park or ReBelle

    Local markets  -  In walking range of the Ripleys Believe It Or Not Museum and the Briscoe Western Art Museum

    

    The St. Anthony boasts an extensive and modern business and meeting suite, but its true delights lie in the impressive architecture, rooftop pool, and the excellent range of on-site restaurants and bars. Ideally located in the heart of downtown for an extremely stylish San Antonio stay. See More

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Written by Katie Harris

posted Wednesday, 1st February 2023