Best San Antonio holiday apartments

HOTELS, APARTMENTS, VACATION RENTALS AND BED AND BREAKFAST IN SAN ANTONIO

San Antonio has a population of about 1.5 million inhabitants, 2.5 million considering the entire metropolitan area (Greater San Antonio) and is the 24th largest metropolitan area in the United States and the third largest in Texas. It has an extension of 1205.4 km² and an altitude of 198 meters above sea level. Its location gives it a humid subtropical climate, with an average minimum temperature of about 15 degrees and a maximum of 27 degrees.
It’s also known as “Alamo City”, because of the colonial Alamo mission that is located in the city, although often the mission is (mistakenly) called “strong” (Fort Alamo).
Together with the cities of Dallas and Houston, forms the Texas Triangle, one of the eleven mega-regions of the United States of America. Including also the capital Austin, forms the Texaplex (term borrowed from metroplex).

Finding your own San Antonio

Beautiful nature landscapes, art museums, historical missions and amusement parks. This mix of ingredients attracts around 30 million visitors every year. Not forgetting the excellent restaurants
San Antonio is definitely the city that most embodies the “Texan” spirit. that mixture of Spanish and Mexican inheritance that permeates the social fabric of Texas everywhere, but which is more alive here than elsewhere.
Whether you want to visit the “Alamo”, the famous site of the famous battle of 1836 where Davy Crockett and Jim Bowie lost their lives, or you want to attend the “Fiesta”, the main annual event held in the city, San Antonio will always offer you something unique. All accommodation, from hotels to holiday homes and apartments, can be booked with a simple click on 9flats.com.

What to visit in San Antonio

There are many areas, zones, neighbourhoods and districts to visit during your stay in San Antonio. In 9flats you can find the best cheap accommodations, hotels and vacation rentals in the entire Great San Antonio. We recommend you:

The Alamo

In the central Alamo Plaza, stands the “Mission de San Antonio de Valero” better known as “The Alamo” or “Fort Alamo”. Born mainly as a Spanish colonial mission thanks to Brother Antonio de Olivares and the native Payaya natives, the mission was transformed into a defensive stronghold against Mexican attacks. Famous is the battle that took place here in 1836. For thirteen days the Texan and Mexican troops fought to the death. The Mexican troops, led by General Santa Anna, got the better of the Texan troops and, during the fighting, the legendary Davy Crockett lost his life. Admission is free.

San Antonio zoo and aquarium

One of the largest and most important zoos in the US, with more than 3500 animals of 750 different species. There is also a nice little train that tours the zoo. It’s located at 3903 N St Mary’s St, San Antonio, TX 78212.

River Walk (Paseo del Rio)

The real heart of the city, this beautiful promenade along the banks of the San Antonio river, will entertain you with the many restaurants, cafes and bars scattered along the way. The typical smells of Tex-Mex cuisine will envelop you and you will be cheered by the notes of the Mariachi and the many street artists.
You can also take a boat ride on the river or even mini cruises.

San Antonio Missions National Historical Park

To the south of the city, there are ruins of four 18th century Spanish missions. Grouped in one large park, the ruins of San José, San Juan, Conception and Espada, offer an interesting and unique glimpse of what life in the Wild West was like at the time of Spanish colonization.

Tower of the Americas

A 230-high tower that stands right in Downtown. Perfect to enjoy a unique panoramic view of San Antonio, and to eat at the revolving restaurant located on the top floor of the tower. It is located at 739 E. Cesar E. Chavez Blvd. San Antonio, TX 78205

Other attractions in San Antonio:

There are many attractions, both fixed and not, to visit in this beautiful city. We suggest:

Six Flags Fiesta Texas: theme park with mechanical attractions and shows, with a water park attached.
SeaWorld: theme park on the marine world.
Ranch Natural Bridge Wildlife: safari park to drive around.
With 9flats, it’s easy to find an accommodation in San Antonio either you’re looking for a cheap hotel in San Antonio or you’re looking for a vacation rental or cheap apartments in the Greater San Antonio.

Events in San Antonio

Fiesta

Annual event held in San Antonio. In fact, it’s the biggest holiday in the state of Texas. It lasts 10 days, starting at the end of April, and includes over 100 different events. A great mix of color, people and fun.

Stock Show e Rodeo di San Antonio

One of the most important moments of the entire panorama of activities in San Antonio. There are many side events such as the cow lasso and slalom race between the barrels, but the “main event” is undoubtedly the bull riding race.
There is also a nice cattle auction. Here you can watch the “longhorns”, the famous Texas long horned cows. Here you can breath the pure and original country western atmosphere.

Nearby San Antonio

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