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Hilton Palacio del Rio vs Hotel Contessa - Suites on the Riverwalk

Both hotels are praised by expert writers. Overall, Hotel Contessa is the choice of most professionals compared to Hilton Palacio del Rio. Hotel Contessa is ranked #5 in San Antonio with recommendations from 7 sources such as Condé Nast Traveler, Frommer's and Fodor's.

Hilton Palacio del Rio
Hilton Palacio del Rio
7 / 10
200 South Alamo Street, San Antonio, TX 78205
From $144 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Fodor's Fodor's
"A towering complex with a central location on the busy part of the River Walk, this Hilton is steps away from many top restaurants and attractions." Full review
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Ask for a balcony overlooking the river, and watch the barges and tourists go by.
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"A Hilton is a Hilton is a Hilton. But at least the location of this one is prime." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"Built between the Summer of Love and Woodstock, this landmark 21-story hotel is shows a colorful contemporary decor that has some groovy retro accents." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"Today this elegant hotel sits right in the heart of the River Walk and just steps from the Convention Center and HemisFair Plaza."
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"Hilton Palacio Del Rio is an upscale hotel with vibrant Southwestern style and a trendy River Walk location, a few blocks from the Alamo." Full review
Hotel Contessa - Suites on the Riverwalk
Hotel Contessa - Suites on the Riverwalk
8 / 10
306 W Market St, San Antonio, TX 78205
From $239 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
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Frommer's Frommer's
"This is one of the newest hotels to be built on the river, and its location makes you wonder why someone waited so long to build here." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"This exceptional boutique hotel... takes visitors away from the hustle and bustle of the River Walk, and gives them pause to relax in luxury." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
87.5
""A hidden gem tucked away on a quiet section of the River Walk," two blocks from the Alamo, this 2005 hotel has a marble lobby with glass sconces, palm trees, and a wall of water." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"Designers recently set this hotel back on top, and the staff look just as fresh and frisky." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"This contemporary River Walk lodging serves both business and leisure travelers."
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