Get the night (or afternoon) started without leaving the onsite bar.

Remember the Alamo? It’s next door.

Nestled between the Alamo and the River Walk, the stately, historic hotel is a San Antonio icon in its own right.

Attractive, colorful hotel in the suburbs. Its location just off Loop 410, makes it easy to go anywhere.

Rooftop pool rocks stunning city views, but our fave perk has to be the free Happy Hour.

Practice your best Phelps impression at the pool.

Two little-known sightseeing spots called the Alamo & the Riverwalk are within strolling distance.

Practice your best Phelps impression at the pool.

Throws in a free breakfast, on the house.

Free parking means you're not stuck tracking down a spot.

Shopping is a sport. Work up a sweat at North Star Mall, a mile away.

Rooms are casually quirky, with hardwood floors and vibrant décor.

Nothing says vacation like a trip to the tropical pool area, complete with a hot tub.

We didn't think there was a pleasant way to wake up until we met the warm, gooey cinnamon rolls at breakfast.

Sea World fans, listen up. This place is a mere 6 miles away – with Regal 18 Cinemas and Texas Road House resto connected to the hotel.

Spacious rooms with wood floors? Check. Sliding across like Tom Cruise in ‘Risky Business’? Checkmate.

Breakfast is comped. Good morning!

Make the most of the onsite indoor pool and fitness center. (Not necessarily in that order.)

So complimentary you might get a complex. Parking and WiFi are on the house.

Jump-start your morning with free breakfast before tackling your action-packed itinerary.

Spot-on home base near fam-friendly attractions galore, from the Riverwalk to Morgan’s Wonderland, the zoo and Splashtown San Antonio.

The outdoor pool and 15-min hop over to SeaWorld prove that 'splash' is king.

Practice your best Phelps impression at the pool.

Is it just us or do you smell warm cinnamon rolls whenever you see a Holiday Inn Express. Come morning, go get ‘em!

Complimentary breakfast thinks you’re beautiful and should have seconds.

Family-friendly vibe but also totally suited to the fully-grown business traveler.

A favesie among Spurs fans, for obvious proximity reasons – but opposing team fans also welcome o’course.

Right on the River Walk, and how can we forget the Alamo? (It’s just up the street.)