⭐ Top 10 Hotels Near San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium for 2026

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A modern building with a pool, surrounded by trees and a stone wall.

A neatly made bed with striped pillows and a headboard, a framed picture on the wall, and a door with a sign.

A concrete wall with two small windows and a palm tree in the foreground.

A close-up of a textured surface with a pattern of interconnected shapes.

1. Ranch Motel

1 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Marie

S$161

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A modern living room with a grey sofa, orange armchairs, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading "Best Western PLUS".

A hotel room with a blue sofa, two single beds, a wooden desk, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

A spacious dining area with a high ceiling, recessed lighting, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

2. Best Western Plus Downtown North

2.9 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Benjamin

S$133

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A covered porch with a wooden table and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a railing.

A two-story building with a central entrance, a red door, and an American flag. There are potted plants and a well-maintained lawn in front.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, a ceiling fan, and a variety of furniture including wicker chairs and a wooden coffee table.

A bedroom with a large mirror, a bed with patterned bedding, a bedside table with a vase, and a decorative lantern.

3. O'Casey's Boutique Inn

2.6 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

danny

S$224

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A riverside walkway with outdoor seating and a staircase leading down to the water.

A television mounted on a wall displaying a Roku TV interface with various menu options.

A modern living room with a sofa, two chairs, a coffee table, and a floor lamp.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, wooden cabinets, granite countertops, and pendant lighting.

4. Tx Home Group- San Antonio

Tobin Hill, 3.1 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Brian

S$219

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted lamp.

A small bathroom with a toilet, a bathtub, and a shower curtain.

A bathroom with teal walls, a dark marble sink, a white bathtub, and a shower curtain.

A room with a wooden desk, a black office chair, a telephone, a cabinet with drawers, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a door to the right.

5. Sun Motel

3.2 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

John

S$62

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A compact living space with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a kitchenette.

A covered patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and a stone border.

A two-story house with a grey exterior, white trim, and a small front porch.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a small table, and a TV.

6. Remodeled Modern 1br/1ba Apt #1 Near Downtown

1.1 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

S$215

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern kitchen with a microwave, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a table, a chair, a small kitchen area, and a bathroom.

A Starbucks with a brick facade and large windows.

A conference room with a long wooden table, black chairs, and three ceiling lights.

7. Residence Inn by Marriott San Antonio Riverwalk

4.7 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Felipe

S$217

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A grand lobby with high ceilings, ornate columns, and a chandelier. There are multiple seating areas with sofas and armchairs.

A formal dining room with a long table, chairs, and chandeliers.

A multi-story hotel with a classic architectural design, featuring a prominent entrance and a well-lit facade.

A bar area with multiple stools, a bar counter, and a decorative ceiling.

8. The Gunter Hotel, San Antonio Riverwalk, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Downtown San Antonio, 4.5 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Adverl

S$288

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A courtyard with stone planters, a small water feature, and outdoor seating with umbrellas.

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a table with a drink, and a decorative wall with a fountain.

A serene waterway with lush greenery and flowering plants, bordered by stone walkways.

9. Omni La Mansion del Rio

Downtown San Antonio, 4.6 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Alonso

S$256

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern lobby with a staircase, seating areas, and a reception desk.

A bar area with a marble countertop, green bar stools, and shelves with bottles and a television displaying a fire.

A modern living room with a red sofa, a kitchen area with a bar, and a large painting on the wall.

A staircase leading to a room with a neon sign reading "No Vaccination" and a cityscape mural on the wall.

10. Aiden San Antonio Riverwalk

4.7 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Nilda

S$140

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

An outdoor pool area with a stone wall, a water fountain, and a bridge connecting different levels.

A hotel with a stone facade, a central courtyard, and a staircase leading to the upper levels.

A spacious conference room with a long table and leather chairs, a bar area with stools, and a modern ceiling design.

A multi-story hotel with a stone facade, a bridge over a canal, and outdoor seating areas.

11. Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk

Downtown San Antonio, 4.8 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Rebekah

S$199

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with seating.

A hotel room with a kitchen area, a bed with two pillows, a TV, a desk with a chair, and a window with a view of the city.

A conference room with a long table, chairs, and a carpeted floor.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV on a wooden cabinet, a beige sofa, a small table with a lamp, and large windows offering a view of trees.

12. Staybridge Suites San Antonio Downtown Conv Ctr by IHG

4.8 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

chris

S$186

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A restaurant with tables and chairs arranged under a tree with hanging lanterns, large windows with a city view, and a bar area with bottles and glasses.

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A spacious lounge area with a modern design, featuring a large seating area with sofas and chairs, a bar area with a counter, and a view of the outdoor patio.

A spacious bar area with high ceilings and hanging lights, a central bar counter, and multiple seating arrangements.

13. The Monarch San Antonio, Curio Collection By Hilton

Downtown San Antonio, 4.9 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Anne Robinson

S$432

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A riverboat with a pink and blue exterior, surrounded by buildings with balconies and a palm tree.

A spacious courtyard with a central fire feature, surrounded by lounge chairs and potted plants.

A wooden dining table with a decorative metal partition, potted plants, and a fruit bowl.

A grand staircase with ornate black railings, a marble floor, and a seating area with a patterned rug.

14. Hotel Valencia Riverwalk

Downtown San Antonio, 4.5 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Michael

S$292

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern building with a dining area, outdoor seating, and a canal.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, chairs, a foosball table, and a colorful shelf.

A modern interior with a wooden dining table, chairs, a bookshelf, and a large window offering a view of greenery.

A bar area with a high counter, stools, and a seating area with sofas and tables.

15. Canopy San Antonio Riverwalk

Downtown San Antonio, 4.7 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Twyla

S$347

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A rooftop terrace with wicker furniture, potted plants, and a clear view of city buildings and a tower.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows offering views of the city, and a brick wall in the background.

A bar area with a high ceiling, large windows, and a chandelier.

A wine cellar with glass walls and shelves filled with wine bottles.

16. Fairmount Hotel

Downtown San Antonio, 5.1 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Rigoberto

S$314

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a large marble island.

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted bull skull decoration, and a ceiling fan.

A light blue door with a window, a wall-mounted light fixture, and wicker furniture on a porch.

A modern kitchen with granite countertops, white cabinetry, and pendant lighting.

17. Centrally Located Stunning 3BR 2BA Near Downtown

Dignowty Hill, 4.2 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Laura

S$243

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A riverside hotel with outdoor seating and a view of the city skyline.

A multi-story building with a pool area, outdoor seating, and string lights.

A bar area with a marble countertop, bar stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

A dining area with a view of a river, a balcony, and a modern building in the background.

18. Sol Cypress San Antonio; Marriott Tribute Portfolio

Downtown San Antonio, 3.4 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Lori

S$297

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An outdoor cafe area with tables and chairs, a sign for OSTRA, and balconies with railings.

A spa area with a hot tub, potted plants, and a towel rack.

A modern building with a stone facade, a stone staircase, and a small water feature.

A lobby with a round table, chairs, a painting, a vase with flowers, and a potted plant.

19. Mokara Hotel & Spa San Antonio

Downtown San Antonio, 4.7 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Samuel

S$577

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A riverside café with outdoor seating, a bridge, and a decorative palm tree.

A sunlit interior with a sofa, armchairs, and potted plants.

A lobby with a grand piano, a bar area, and a staircase.

A hotel with a large, multi-story building, a spacious courtyard, and ornate street lamps.

20. Hilton Palacio Del Rio

Downtown San Antonio, 4.8 km from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Jose

S$246

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Ranch Motel	9.4 Exceptional 218 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Downtown North	8.6 Excellent 1,003 reviews	View
O'Casey's Boutique Inn	8.8 Excellent 786 reviews	View
Tx Home Group- San Antonio	7.8 Good 10 reviews	View
Sun Motel	6.4 7 reviews	View

Top San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Best Western Plus Downtown North

10/10 Excellent

"Great place for good price"

O'Casey's Boutique Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Quiet very elegant and beautiful"

Thompson San Antonio - Riverwalk, by Hyatt

10/10 Excellent

"Nice spa"

Other attractions near San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

A stone bridge with a thatched roof over a river, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

Brackenridge Park

8.8/10 (8 reviews)

Brackenridge Park is just one of the places to see in San Antonio, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals in this walkable area.

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A modern building with large glass windows, surrounded by trees and a statue.

Witte Museum

8.8/10 (206 reviews)

Come along to South Texas’ first-rate museum and learn all about the city’s natural history and heritage through daily interactive shows.

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A traditional Chinese tea garden entrance with a stone staircase leading up to a wooden archway.

Japanese Tea Gardens

9.4/10 (286 reviews)

Sample some authentic Japanese tea and enjoy the beautiful exotic plants here in this city centre peaceful retreat.

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Brackenridge Eagle Miniature Train

Enjoy an outing to Brackenridge Eagle Miniature Train during your stay in San Antonio. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals in this walkable area.

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Gayle and Tom Benson Stadium

Catch an event at Gayle and Tom Benson Stadium during your trip to San Antonio.

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UIW Tennis Center

Catch an event at UIW Tennis Center during your trip to San Antonio.

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McDermott Center

Catch an event at McDermott Center during your trip to San Antonio.

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Sunken Garden Theater

You can make plans for a show at Sunken Garden Theater during your stay in San Antonio. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium?

San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium is located in a walkable area of San Antonio known for its stunning river views and popular zoo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 49 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium?

Ranch Motel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers an outdoor pool and free parking. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (1 km) from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium. Other good choices within a few miles include Hotel Valencia Riverwalk and Riverwalk Plaza.

How many hotels will I find near San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium?

Expedia has 49 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium.

What can I see and do near San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Alamo, Witte Museum or Marion Koogler McNay Art Museum. Sights like Aztec Theater, Cathedral of San Fernando and La Villita are must-sees while exploring the area. You can watch performances at Majestic Theatre, Paper Tiger and Stable Hall in Pearl Brewery - San Antonio if you're interested in local theatre.

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Our top choices for San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium hotels

1. Ranch Motel

2. Best Western Plus Downtown North

3. O'Casey's Boutique Inn

4. Tx Home Group- San Antonio

5. Sun Motel

6. Remodeled Modern 1br/1ba Apt #1 Near Downtown

7. Residence Inn by Marriott San Antonio Riverwalk

8. The Gunter Hotel, San Antonio Riverwalk, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

9. Omni La Mansion del Rio

10. Aiden San Antonio Riverwalk

11. Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk

12. Staybridge Suites San Antonio Downtown Conv Ctr by IHG

13. The Monarch San Antonio, Curio Collection By Hilton

14. Hotel Valencia Riverwalk

15. Canopy San Antonio Riverwalk

16. Fairmount Hotel

17. Centrally Located Stunning 3BR 2BA Near Downtown

18. Sol Cypress San Antonio; Marriott Tribute Portfolio

19. Mokara Hotel & Spa San Antonio

20. Hilton Palacio Del Rio

Compare popular hotels close to San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Top San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Best Western Plus Downtown North

O'Casey's Boutique Inn

Thompson San Antonio - Riverwalk, by Hyatt

Other attractions near San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium

Brackenridge Park

Witte Museum

Japanese Tea Gardens

Brackenridge Eagle Miniature Train

Gayle and Tom Benson Stadium

UIW Tennis Center

McDermott Center

Sunken Garden Theater

Frequently asked questions