
Hyatt Regency San Antonio Riverwalk
Best for families and visitors who want immediate River Walk access and a rooftop pool with skyline views.
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Hyatt Regency San Antonio Riverwalk is a large, family-friendly River Walk hotel with a heated rooftop pool and an on-site spa — good for travelers who want easy access to downtown attractions and family facilities. The St. Anthony, A Luxury Collection Hotel, San Antonio is a historic luxury downtown hotel with classic public spaces and extensive meeting space — best for travelers who prefer historic character or a Luxury Collection experience.
Updated · about 0.2 miles (≈0.3 km) apart

Best for families and visitors who want immediate River Walk access and a rooftop pool with skyline views.

Best for guests who want a historic, Luxury Collection property with large, elegant event spaces and a downtown address steps from theaters.
When the Hyatt Regency San Antonio Riverwalk wins: choose the Hyatt if you want direct River Walk access, a lively mix of on-site restaurants and bars, a high rooftop pool that families use, an on-site spa (DASA Spa), and more rooms and event options. It’s the practical downtown choice for families and convention groups.
When The St. Anthony wins: pick The St. Anthony for historic luxury, classic public spaces, a smaller feel relative to the big convention hotel, and a strong reputation for meetings and downtown luxury-brand service. It’s a good fit for travelers who want a storied hotel and banquet/meeting capacity in a Luxury Collection setting.
Bottom line: both put you in the heart of downtown San Antonio within easy walking distance of the Alamo and the River Walk. Choose Hyatt for family-friendly facilities, rooftop pool and broad dining options; choose The St. Anthony for historic character and a Luxury Collection hotel experience with extensive meeting and event space.
| Category | Hyatt Regency San Antonio Riverwalk | The St. Anthony, A Luxury Collection Hotel, San Antonio |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Contemporary, busy downtown River Walk hotel geared to families, groups, and convention travelers. | Historic, refined downtown luxury hotel with classic public rooms and Luxury Collection branding. |
| Location | Directly on the River Walk at 123 Losoya St; one-block walk to Rivercenter Mall and a few minutes to the Alamo. | In the heart of downtown at 300 E Travis St; about a 5-minute walk to the River Walk and close to theaters and Travis Park. |
| Size (rooms) | About 630 rooms (16 stories). | 277 guestrooms. |
| Built / last renovated | Built 1981, renovated 2022. | Not published |
| Pools | Heated outdoor rooftop pool (highest downtown rooftop pool) plus a plunge feature; family-friendly hours. | One outdoor pool with poolside bar and cabanas (surcharge available). |
| Restaurants & bars | Multiple on-site venues including Q Kitchen | Bar, On the Bend Oyster Bar & Lounge, Mad Dog's British Pub, Bier Garten Riverwalk, and MKT. PLACE. | Three restaurants and at least one bar/lounge; American cuisine at Anacacho Coffee & Cantina and room service available. |
| Spa & fitness | DASA Spa on River Walk level; 24-hour fitness center with Peloton bikes and free fitness classes. | Wheelchair-accessible fitness center; spa details not published in the supplier listing. |
| Meeting & event space | Extensive meeting space across two ballrooms and many meeting rooms; roughly 30,000–40,000 sq ft total (sources vary). | 13 meeting rooms and about 20,828 sq ft (19,35 m²) of conference space; ballroom and wedding services available. |
| Known for | River Walk access, rooftop pool with skyline views, DASA Spa, family- and convention-friendly facilities. | Historic luxury downtown location, classic public spaces, Luxury Collection branding, and central proximity to Alamo and performing arts venues. |
| Wi‑Fi | Free premium Wi‑Fi for guests. | |
Hyatt Regency sits directly on the River Walk and connects to downtown attractions via the Paseo del Alamo.
Choose Hyatt if you want immediate River Walk access and the convenience of being in the center of the tourist corridor.
The St. Anthony is in the heart of downtown, a short walk from the River Walk, theaters and Travis Park.
Choose The St. Anthony if you want downtown walkability combined with a historic hotel atmosphere near theaters and parks.
Hyatt offers many room types across 630 rooms to suit families, business travelers and couples.
Hyatt is the better pick for travelers who need a wide selection of room types and larger overall capacity.
The St. Anthony has 277 guestrooms with premium bedding and partially open bathrooms.
The St. Anthony is a good option if you prefer a smaller, historically styled hotel room inventory.
Hyatt has a wide variety of venues from full-service restaurants to a pub and grab-and-go market.
Hyatt is better if you want lots of on-site dining options and late-night venues.
The St. Anthony has three restaurants and a bar/lounge with an emphasis on American cuisine and room service.
The St. Anthony suits travelers who prefer classic hotel restaurants and a quieter, historic dining atmosphere.
Hyatt’s headline amenity is its heated outdoor rooftop pool with skyline and river views.
Pick the Hyatt for a rooftop pool experience and skyline views.
The St. Anthony provides an outdoor pool with a poolside bar and cabana options.
Choose The St. Anthony if you want a classic hotel pool in a historic setting rather than a rooftop scene.
Hyatt offers DASA Spa and a 24-hour fitness center, plus lively on-site nightlife options.
Hyatt is strong on wellness plus casual nightlife and live entertainment.
The St. Anthony emphasizes classic hotel service with fitness facilities and quiet public spaces.
The St. Anthony is better for low-key evenings in historic public rooms and for guests prioritizing service and event formality.

Hyatt Regency — family rooms, kid-friendly pool, children’s menus and activities, and direct River Walk access.

The St. Anthony — historic public spaces and Luxury Collection branding suit travelers seeking classic downtown character.

Hyatt Regency — larger overall meeting capacity, multiple ballrooms and extensive event support for big groups and conventions.

The St. Anthony — refined meeting rooms, ballroom and banquet services in a more intimate, historic setting.
Hyatt Regency is directly on the River Walk; The St. Anthony is a short walk away (a few minutes).
Hyatt Regency is more family-oriented with a rooftop pool families use, children’s menus, and a larger selection of family room types.
Both have significant event space, but Hyatt Regency offers larger overall meeting capacity; The St. Anthony focuses on historic-ballroom and Luxury Collection-style events.
Neither hotel is adults-only, and neither is beachfront — both are downtown San Antonio properties.
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