Location. The Hotel Contessa sits along the famed San Antonio, Texas, Riverwalk, rising 12 stories amidst the city's downtown skyline. Located one block from the Henry B. Gonzales Convention Center, the hotel is two blocks from the eclectic boutiques of La Villita and the Ameson River Theater. The legendary Alamo is five blocks away. Hotel Features. Spanish accented cuisine and regional American classics are served at the hotel's signature restaurant, Las Ramblas. This completely non smoking hotel features a four story atrium lobby accented in Mediterranean style décor. The atrium overlooks the on site Cork Bar, which features live entertainment on Friday and Saturday evenings on the Riverwalk's bank. Hotel Contessa offers over 10,000 square feet of meeting and banquet space, including a 2,300 square foot ballroom, intimate executive rooms and three outdoor terraces overlooking the Riverwalk. A rooftop view is featured from the hotel's heated outdoor pool, spa tub and glass enclosed patio. The rooftop bar serves cocktails at poolside. A 24 hour cardiovascular fitness center with free weights also offers panoramic views of the city's skyline.
Guestrooms. Hotel Contessa guestrooms exude Mediterranean ambience with exposed brick walls, earth toned colors and shades of scarlet. Floor to ceiling windows offer skyline or Riverwalk views. Bedding areas with pillowtop mattresses are separate from parlors and living areas complete with sofa beds. Two in room, flat screen televisions include premium cable channels. Wireless Internet access is also available for a fee. Weekday newspaper delivery is complimentary upon request. Marble bathrooms feature curved shower rods and Gilchrist & Soames toiletries. In room massages are available by appointment.
Expert Tip. Opened in January 2007, The Spa at The Hotel Contessa is a 1,700 square foot Aveda spa facility located near the hotel's rooftop bar and pool. Treatments include an enzyme peel followed by a massage, hot stone therapy and fango body wraps all with sweeping views of the city's skyline.
Check In Time - 4 p.m.
Check Out Time - 11 a.m.
Driving Directions
From San Antonio International Airport: Approximate distance to the hotel is 6.4 miles.
Take Highway 281 South. Highway 281 South becomes Interstate 37 South. Exit Commerce Street/Downtown. Turn left onto St. Mary's Street. Turn left onto West Market Street. The hotel is located on the right.
