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San Antonio River Walk Hotels with Hot Tub Suites

By: Greg Mattson
Founder & Editor, Excellent Romantic Vacations.com

Posted: Nov 10, 2026

The Riverwalk is without a doubt the most romantic part of San Antonio. A hot tub suite right on the water lets you stroll to dinner and back, then end the evening in your own jetted tub without moving the car.

Here are the four River Walk hotels we recommend for an in-room spa tub, including the Drury Plaza, where Maureen and I spent two nights in November 2024.

Quick Picks: River Walk Hot Tub Suites

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We Stayed Here: Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk

Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk - For two nights, room 1250 at the Drury Plaza was our home base in San Antonio, and we’d happily book it again. The hotel fills a beautifully restored 24-storey former bank tower, and you can step out of the building straight onto the River Walk. The spa tub was the highlight of our suite. It had plenty of room for the two of us, and the jets worked well every time we used it. Although our view was nothing exciting (neighboring high-rises, not the river), the room was nice and quiet at night, which is impressive with the River Walk’s restaurants and crowds just downstairs. If a view matters to you more than a jetted tub, other guests suggest asking for a room facing the cathedral. A hot breakfast is included each morning, and from 5:30 to 7 pm the hotel serves complimentary drinks and light snacks, which for light eaters can almost sub for a dinner.

What we’d change: A couple of robes in the room would have been a nice touch, and we sometimes waited for an elevator around check-in time. Valet parking runs $39 a night.

Around the hotel: The River Walk’s shops and restaurants begin right outside the door. The Briscoe Western Art Museum is a 4-minute walk, and 1Watson, a short stroll away, offers rooftop dining with views over the city. The Alamo is about a 10-minute walk away.

When This Hotel Wins Over the Others: When you want a true two-person tub, a quiet room in the middle of the action, and free breakfast and evening drinks that take the edge off downtown prices. ERV Rating: 90% - Excellent | Whirlpool Tub Size: 2 Persons. √ERV Clean Score: A. (105 South Saint Mary’s Street, San Antonio TX  210-270-7799)

• Rates from $319/night

Jetted Spa Tub, Drury Plaza San Antonio Riverwalk Hotel

Our Room #1250 at Drury Plaza San Antonio Riverwalk - King Bed & Spa Tub

What Other Guests Said About the Drury Plaza

We read through reviews from experienced travelers on TripAdvisor and Google, and most of them match our own stay closely.

What guests loved: The staff came up in nearly every review. Front desk, breakfast and bar staff were described as warm and willing to go out of their way, and one couple celebrating their anniversary was given a beautiful room as a surprise. Guests were also struck by the building itself, the former Alamo Bank from 1929, with many saying the lobby’s architecture stopped them in their tracks. Several pointed out that the evening Kickback serves real hot food, enough to make a light dinner and save a little money.

Tips from other guests:

• Ask for a room facing the cathedral. One couple who did had a balcony with a wonderful view.
• Visit the rooftop pool at night for the city lights. The 9th floor pool tends to be less busy.
• Look for the Art Deco lobby ceiling, the old bank vault in the basement, and the 1930 Ford Model A on display in the lobby.
• Ask about discounts for military and first responders.
• An express bus stop is close by, which is handy if you arrive with luggage.

A few drawbacks: Some guests on the street side heard traffic and nightlife noise on busy weekend nights. A few found their room humid or wished for a bathroom fan, and a couple of seasoned Drury guests felt the rooms were starting to look a little tired. Others mentioned a loud elevator bell, a breakfast menu that repeats on longer stays, and limited gluten-free choices.

More River Walk Hotels with Jetted Tub Suites

Mokara Hotel & Spa

Spa Tub Room, Mokara Hotel & Spa, San Antonio TX

• Mokara Hotel & Spa - San Antonio’s four-star choice for couples who want to be pampered. The Spa Rooms with Private Balcony combine an oversized jetted tub with hardwood floors and tall arched windows looking out over the River Walk. Ceilings are high, finishes are marble, and the hotel adds a heated rooftop pool, a full-service spa and its own fine dining. The Mokara has a firm no-party policy and takes noise complaints seriously, which keeps the atmosphere calm and peaceful. Overnight parking is $49. The river is just across the street, the historic Aztec Theater is a 2-minute walk, Rivercenter Mall is about 8 minutes away, and the Alamo is close by. When This Hotel Wins Over the Others: A milestone anniversary or honeymoon when you’d like spa treatments and a balcony over the river, and the budget allows. ERV Rating:92% - Excellent. Whirlpool Tub Size: 1 Person. √ERV Clean Score: A(212 W. Crockett, San Antonio, TX 210-396-5800) 

• Rates from $599/night

Romantic Room at the Mokara Hotel & Spa, San Antonio TX

The Inn on the Riverwalk

JACUZZI® Tub - The Inn on the Riverwalk

• The Inn on the Riverwalk - an historic inn from the early 1900s on a quieter stretch of the River Walk, south of the busy downtown section. In the main house, the Lonestar, Pearl and Yellow Rose Penthouse Suites each have a JACUZZI® Tub along with a shower. Over in the Cottage House, the Alamo, Concepcion and Espada suites all have jetted tubs. Parking, Wi-Fi and breakfast are free, and snacks, tea, coffee and juice are on hand through the day. The commercial heart of the River Walk is about a 15-minute walk north. Closer by, La Villita Historic Arts Village is 5 minutes away, Yanaguana Gardens is 6, and Biga on the Banks, a lovely spot for a romantic dinner for two, is also about 6 minutes on foot. When This Hotel Wins Over the Others: When you prefer a quieter, more personal inn to a big hotel. Free parking alone saves $35 to $49 a night compared with the others on this page. ERV Rating: 88% - Very Good. Whirlpool Tub Size: 1 Person. √ERV Clean Score: A.(129 Woodward Place, San Antonio, TX  210-361-9673)

• Rates from $224/night

Riverwalk Plaza Hotel & Suites

JACUZZI® Tub Suite - Riverwalk Plaza Hotel & Suites ©TripAdvisor

• Riverwalk Plaza Hotel & Suites - the draw here is the Presidential Suite, which pairs a heart-shaped JACUZZI® Tub for two with a balcony over the River Walk and a kitchenette, at a fraction of luxury-hotel prices. The Executive Suites also have JACUZZI® Tubs and look out over the courtyard pool. There’s a coffee shop, a small restaurant and a bar on site. Two things to know before you book: late checkout costs $25 for every 30 minutes until 2 pm, after which a full night’s rate applies, and parking is $35 a night. Guest reviews have been mixed, especially on cleanliness, so check recent ones before you book. Market Square is a 9-minute walk, the Alamo is about 14 minutes away, and nearby Domingo Restaurant serves South Texas cooking with lovely views. When This Hotel Wins Over the Others: When a heart-shaped tub and a balcony over the river matter more to you than polish, and the price is right. ERV Rating: 62% - Fair. Whirlpool Tub Size: 2 Persons. √ERV Clean Score: D.(100 Villita St, San Antonio TX 210-405-4594)

• Rates from $209/night

Romantic Room - Riverwalk Plaza Hotel & Suites ©TripAdsvisor

About the Author: Greg Mattson, ERV Founder & Editor

Greg Mattson, ERV Editor, brings 35+ years of travel expertise, with over a million miles across 29 countries and 40 U.S. states. A former travel agent & airline professional, he’s stayed in hundreds of hotel honeymoon suites with jetted tubs & walk-in rain showers, curating top romantic getaways for Excellent Romantic Vacations.

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