Hotel Contessa & Spa on the Riverwalk 
306 W Market St SAN ANTONIO 78205
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Number of floors:12
Number of rooms:265
Location.Hotel Contessa & Spa on the Riverwalk 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. The Hotel Contessa & Spa on the Riverwalk 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. The Hotel Contessa & Spa on the Riverwalk 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 & Spa on the Riverwalk 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.
Hotel Contessa & Spa On The Riverwalk Area Attractions
Riverwalk - Adjacent
Henry B. Gonzales Convention Center - 1 block
La Villita Historic Arts Village - 2 blocks
Ameson River Theater - 2 blocks
Downtown San Antonio - 2 blocks
Rivercenter Mall - 3 blocks
The Alamo - 5 blocks
Alamodome - 0.5 mile
Tower of the Americas - 0.5 mile
AT&T Center - 2.5 miles
SeaWorld San Antonio - 12.6 miles
Six Flags Fiesta Texas - 12.6 miles
Hotel Contessa & Spa On The Riverwalk Location Description
ON THE RIVERWALK
Hotel Contessa & Spa On The Riverwalk 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.
Hotel Contessa & Spa On The Riverwalk Hotel Policy
You must present a photo ID when checking in. Your credit card is charged at the time you book.
Bed type and smoking preferences are not guaranteed.Your reservation is prepaid and is guaranteed
for late arrival. The total charge includes all room charges and taxes, as well as fees for access
and booking. Any incidental charges such as parking, phone calls, and room service will be handled
directly between you and the property.
Hotel Contessa & Spa On The Riverwalk Room Information
Name: Luxury Riverview Suite Description: One king bed or two double beds with Serta pillowtop mattress(es). Parlor with sofa bed. Floor-to-ceiling windows with river view. 500 square feet. Two flat-screen TVs with video games (surcharge), premium cable channels, pay movies. Wireless Internet access (surcharge). Two multi-line phones (one cordless) with voice mail. Free local calls. Non-smoking only. Name: Luxury Suite Description: One king bed or two double beds with Serta pillowtop mattress(es). Parlor with sofa bed. Floor-to-ceiling windows with view of downtown. 500 square feet. Two flat-screen TVs with video games (surcharge), premium cable channels, pay movies. Wireless Internet access (surcharge). Two multi-line phones (one cordless) with voice mail. Free local calls. Non-smoking only. Name: Luxury Cityview Suite Description: One king bed or two double beds. Wireless Internet access. Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels. Video games (surcharge). Free local calls.
Hotel Contessa & Spa On The Riverwalk Room Types
Luxury Riverview Suite:One king bed or two double beds with Serta pillowtop mattress(es). Parlor with sofa bed. Floor-to-ceiling windows with river view. 500 square feet. Two flat-screen TVs with video games (surcharge), premium cable channels, pay movies. Wireless Internet access (surcharge). Two multi-line phones (one cordless) with voice mail. Free local calls. Non-smoking only.
Luxury Suite:One king bed or two double beds with Serta pillowtop mattress(es). Parlor with sofa bed. Floor-to-ceiling windows with view of downtown. 500 square feet. Two flat-screen TVs with video games (surcharge), premium cable channels, pay movies. Wireless Internet access (surcharge). Two multi-line phones (one cordless) with voice mail. Free local calls. Non-smoking only.
Luxury Cityview Suite:One king bed or two double beds. Wireless Internet access. Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels. Video games (surcharge). Free local calls.
Hotel Contessa & Spa On The Riverwalk Property Information
Check In Time - 4 p.m.
Check Out Time - 11 a.m.
Credit card required
Deposit required upon check-in
Fireplace - In Ballroom Area
Floors - 12
Guestrooms - 265
Hotel Built - 2005
Minimum check-in age - 21
Multilingual staff
Photo identification required
Porter/bellhop
Smoke-free property
24-hour front desk
Hotel Contessa & Spa On The Riverwalk Property Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible
- Restaurant(s)
- Business center
- Safe-deposit box - At Front Desk
- Fitness equipment
- Ballroom(s)
- Room service (limited hours)
- Dry cleaning service
- Meeting room (small groups)
- Bar/lounge
- Event catering
- Swimming pool - outdoor - Rooftop
- Children stay free - 16 Years and Under
- Elevator/lift
- Express check-out
- Security guard
- Live entertainment
- ATM/banking
- Comp newspapers in lobby
- Spa Tub
- Concierge desk
- Parking nearby
- Express check-in
- Laundry facilities
- Health club
- Wedding services
- Massages available - Fees Apply
- Terrace
- Internet public area - wireless - Fees Apply
- Full-service health spa
- Parking (valet) - $27