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The Emily Morgan San Antonio - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel vs Hotel Contessa - Suites on the Riverwalk

Hotel Contessa and The Emily Morgan Hotel are both endorsed by travel writers. On balance, Hotel Contessa ranks significantly better than The Emily Morgan Hotel. Hotel Contessa is ranked #5 in San Antonio with endorsements from 7 publications such as Oyster, Frommer's and Gayot.

The Emily Morgan San Antonio - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
The Emily Morgan San Antonio - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
8 / 10
705 E Houston St, San Antonio, TX 78205
From $99 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
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Star Service Star Service
"Urban and sophisticated, contemporary and comfortable, the decor throughout is largely tone-on-tone without being monotonous, showing dozens of cream and brown shades." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"This hotel is located next to the Alamo and is housed in a Gothic skyscraper from the 1920s. ... The location is ideal for visitors. ... The combination of style, comfort, and history is hard to beat." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"Built in the 1920s and named for the woman who inspired the song "The Yellow Rose of Texas," this boutique hotel sits across from the Alamo on a triangular piece of land." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"This property draws attention to the local legend with its name and is one of the most popular hotels in the downtown area." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"Located across from the famous Alamo and boasting a rich history (as well as, potentially, a few ghosts), the Emily Morgan Hotel is an excellent upscale property in downtown San Antonio." Full review
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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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