StayAreasIs Airport a good place to stay in San Antonio?
Yes, if you have an early flight or business in the north of the city. Rooms are cheap with free shuttles, and downtown is only 15 minutes away.
Stay here if
- Early flights
- Business travellers
- Budget travellers with a car
Look elsewhere if
- You want to walk to the River Walk
- You want restaurants and bars nearby
- You don't have a car
Hotels in Airport
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Staying in Airport
The airport area is a sensible base for an early flight or a short business trip. The hotels sit along Loop 410, a few minutes from the terminal, and most run free shuttles. Unusually, San Antonio's airport is close to the centre, so downtown is only about 15 minutes away.
The area is built around travel and offices. Most hotels are modern chains with free parking and breakfast, North Star Mall is nearby, and the San Antonio Botanical Garden is about 10 minutes' drive south.
The downside is that there's little character. Restaurants are mostly chains along busy roads, there's nothing to walk to, and evenings mean a hotel bar. The River Walk and the Alamo need a drive.
What makes the airport area worth considering is value and ease. Rooms often cost less than downtown, shuttles take the stress out of an early flight, and the city centre is still close. For a night or two with a car, it's the practical choice.
Getting around
- River Walk39
- The Alamo40
- Pearl40
- San Fernando Cathedral41
- San Antonio Museum of Art41
- Market Square43
- San Antonio International Airport (SAT)5
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Is Airport a good area to stay in San Antonio?
Yes, if you have an early flight or business in the north of the city. Rooms are cheap with free shuttles, and downtown is only 15 minutes away. It suits early flights, business travellers and budget travellers with a car.
How much does a hotel in Airport cost?
A typical double is around $95 a night at a budget hotel, $120 mid-range and $160 for luxury, outside peak events.
How do I get from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Airport?
About 5 minutes door to door: free hotel shuttles run to the terminal.
How far is Airport from the main sights?
Door to door from Airport: River Walk 39 minutes, The Alamo 40 minutes, Pearl 40 minutes and San Fernando Cathedral 41 minutes.