1 mile from River Walk; a short drive or long walk to downtown

Cleanliness scores just 6.0 on Booking.com with 362 reviews

Cheapest option near downtown at $55 all-in with free continental breakfast and on-site laundry

Staff rated 6.7 on Booking.com; adequate but unremarkable

Basic rooms with strong WiFi (9.2) but dated furnishings

Near Market Square, walkable to River Walk in 15 minutes

Some guests report cleanliness issues with sheets and floors

Rock-bottom pricing with free on-site parking, rare for downtown

Basic service for a budget motel

Bare-bones rooms with minimal amenities

Adjacent to Lackland AFB, 13-minute drive to SeaWorld, but 11 miles from downtown

Acceptable but ranked #292 of 370 hotels on TripAdvisor

Free continental breakfast with waffles and eggs, outdoor pool, free WiFi, and free parking

Adequate service for a budget property

Basic rooms suited for short stays, not a destination hotel

3 miles from Lackland AFB but 11 miles from downtown; car required

Guests say rooms are clean and spacious

Free breakfast, WiFi, parking, and outdoor pool; rooms have kitchenettes with fridge

Adequate service for a budget Wyndham property

Spacious rooms with kitchenettes across 98 guestrooms

5 miles from SAT airport and 9 miles from downtown; car required

Scores 8.4 on Booking.com; one of the best-reviewed budget hotels in the city

Free hot breakfast, outdoor pool, free parking, and pet-friendly at 8.2/10 overall on Booking.com

Scores 8.7 on Booking.com from 1,284 reviews, among the highest in the city

Surprisingly comfortable rooms for a budget brand

Walking distance to the Alamo and 0.5 mi from the River Walk

Below average; cleanliness scores just 6.7 on Booking.com

One of the cheapest downtown options with self-parking at $15/night

Adequate but not standout service

Basic budget rooms; avoid first-floor rooms due to noise

Just 2 miles from SeaWorld and 4 miles from Lackland AFB

Solid ratings across 326 Booking.com reviews at 7.6/10 overall

Free hot breakfast with eggs and meat, outdoor pool, free parking, plus picnic area and BBQ grills

Friendly and helpful per guest reviews

Standard budget rooms, nothing fancy but comfortable

Steps from the Alamo and 0.2 mi from the River Walk

Inconsistent; some guests report dirty towels and odors, others say rooms are fine

Free breakfast and outdoor pool at a budget price, self-parking $15/night

Mixed reviews on responsiveness

Basic budget rooms with inconsistent upkeep

Near SAT airport with free shuttle, 8 miles from downtown

Clean rooms, though some guests note the property needs updating

Full kitchenettes with stove, dishwasher, full-size fridge, and microwave plus free parking, pool, and 24-hour gym and laundry

Helpful IHG-brand service

Spacious extended-stay suites with full kitchen amenities

3 miles from SAT airport, convenient for early flights

Ranked #265 of 370 on TripAdvisor with mixed feedback

Free breakfast, outdoor pool, fitness center, and free parking, but $50 early check-in fee and $100 damage deposit sting

Average service per guest reviews

Suites have separate sitting areas but some reports of uncomfortable sofa beds

0.6 mi from the River Walk with a 9.0 location score on Booking.com

Well-maintained rooms with solid guest ratings

Free parking, free hot breakfast, and outdoor pool; one of the few downtown hotels without $25+ parking fees

Highly rated across 2,676 Booking.com reviews

Comfortable rooms with reliable La Quinta quality

0.3 mi from the River Walk and walkable to everything downtown

Clean, well-maintained rooms

Free breakfast with hot waffles and outdoor pool, but valet parking adds $30/night

Helpful and attentive service

Standard mid-range rooms with good beds

Near Lackland AFB but 8 miles from downtown; you'll need a car

Generally positive reviews for cleanliness

Free hot breakfast, free parking, indoor pool, pillowtop beds, and in-room safe

Consistently praised by military families and guests

Pillowtop beds and in-room safe elevate the stay

Just 0.6 mi from SAT with free airport shuttle; location scores 9.2 on Booking.com

Scores 8.8 on Booking.com; Guests' Choice hotel designation

Full kitchenettes with dishwasher, microwave, and fridge plus free breakfast, pool, and parking

Highly rated across 650 Booking.com reviews at 8.5/10 overall

Comfort scores 8.9 on Booking.com with modern Hilton suites

In a historic 1878 Bexar County Jail building, just 3 blocks from the River Walk

Clean, well-rated rooms throughout

Free breakfast, outdoor pool, and fitness center, but off-site parking is $20/night

Friendly IHG-brand service

Unique historic building with well-maintained rooms

5.6 miles from SeaWorld and 12 miles from downtown; car required

Newer build with clean, compact rooms; rated 8.4 on Booking.com from 480 reviews

Hilton quality with free breakfast, indoor pool, firepit, and free parking at a non-downtown price

Friendly Hilton-brand service

Modern, compact rooms in a newer property

6 miles from SeaWorld with good highway access to downtown; 10 miles out

Rooms are clean but mixed reviews on pool cleanliness

Free breakfast buffet, indoor pool, spa tub, and free parking included

Friendly IHG-brand service

Reliable chain rooms with indoor pool and spa tub

0.2 mi from the River Walk, 6-minute walk to the Alamo; location scores 8.8 on Booking.com

Hilton brand quality with 8.3 cleanliness score

Free hot breakfast, outdoor pool, and gym, but nearby garage parking adds $20/night

Solid Hilton-level service across 900 reviews

Well-appointed rooms with strong WiFi rated 9.0

0.5 mi from the River Walk, 10-minute walk to the Convention Center and the Alamo

Modern Hyatt property with high cleanliness standards

Excellent free breakfast with healthy options and outdoor pool, but parking is $27/night

Rated 4.0/5 across 1,060 reviews with strong service marks

Rooms include seating area with sofa and 42-inch TV

Directly on the River Walk; couples rate location 9.8

Well-maintained Drury property

Free breakfast AND free hot food plus drinks at the 5:30 Kickback every evening; heated rooftop pool and hot tub included

Consistently praised Drury service

Comfortable rooms with rooftop pool and hot tub access