East San Antonio Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

San Antonio downtown just after sunset showing skyline around Tower of the Americas & Alamodome
San Antonio downtown just after sunset showing skyline around Tower of the Americas & Alamodome
Remember the Alamo
The Alamo.
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Where to stay in East San Antonio

Downtown - Riverwalk featuring heritage architecture, boating and a bridge

Downtown San Antonio

4.5/5(29 area reviews)

A scenic riverfront great entertainment and top sights from Aztec Theater to San Antonio River – discover Downtown San Antonio, a destination also famous for its historic sites.

Downtown San Antonio
The Alamodome

Near East Side

If you're spending some time in Near East Side, Alamodome and Historic Sunset Station are top sights worth seeing.

Near East Side
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Lavaca

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lavaca and surrounding area, you can visit Alamodome and Hemisfair Park.

Lavaca
Downtown San Antonio skyline

Dignowty Hill

While visiting Dignowty Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Fairchild Tennis Center and Carver Community Cultural Center.

Dignowty Hill
View of the Texas Street bridge as it passes over the Red River in Northwest  Louisiana

Arsenal

If you're spending some time in Arsenal, San Antonio River and Guenther Street Bridge are top sights worth seeing.

Arsenal
Street art in San Antonio

Denver Heights

While Denver Heights isn't home to many top sights, Alamodome and Hemisfair Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Denver Heights
Sonesta ES Suites San Antonio Downtown Alamo Plaza

Sonesta ES Suites San Antonio Downtown Alamo Plaza

3 out of 5
425 Bonham San Antonio TX
The price is AU$157 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
AU$157
7 Apr - 8 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,013 reviews)
Conveniently located near the Alamo and Riverwalk. Recommend dropping luggage with staff at check in otherwise you will need to obtain a luggage cart and walk from parking garage to room. Key card gets disconnected about 10-15 before 11am check out. Breakfast was good.

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Sonesta ES Suites San Antonio Downtown Alamo Plaza
Hotel Valencia Riverwalk

Hotel Valencia Riverwalk

4.5 out of 5
150 E Houston St San Antonio TX
The price is AU$298 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$298
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,531 reviews)
Wonderful

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Hotel Valencia Riverwalk
Riverwalk Plaza

Riverwalk Plaza

4 out of 5
100 Villita Street San Antonio TX
The price is AU$165 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$165
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (6,412 reviews)
Room needs major updates along with all rust removed from bathtubs

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Riverwalk Plaza
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Continental, powered by Placemakr - Downtown - Market Square

The Continental, powered by Placemakr - Downtown - Market Square

3.5 out of 5
322 W Commerce St San Antonio TX
Stay at this apartment in San Antonio. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions River Walk and San Antonio Zoo and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (83 reviews)
Very impressed with this place. Had everything you need!! With just 10 minues walk from the river aswell. !! ONLY Recormendation is curtains for night time !!

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

The Continental, powered by Placemakr - Downtown - Market Square
La Luz

La Luz

3 out of 5
505 E Travis St San Antonio TX
Stay at this aparthotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and premium bedding. Popular attractions River Walk and San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium ...
La Luz
The Marbled Speakeasy - Luxury Home w/backyard. 3 minutes to the Alamo!

The Marbled Speakeasy - Luxury Home w/backyard. 3 minutes to the Alamo!

San Antonio TX
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in San Antonio. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions River Walk and San Antonio Zoo and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (49 reviews)
Great communication with the host, great location, everything was clean. Check in and out was super easy. We had a great experience. Thank you so much

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

The Marbled Speakeasy - Luxury Home w/backyard. 3 minutes to the Alamo!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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